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De Bruyne inspires Man City comeback to stun Newcastle
De Bruyne inspires Man City comeback to stun Newcastle
FOOTBALL: Pep Guardiola said Manchester City showed the heart of champions to fight back to beat Newcastle 3-2 yesterday (Jan 13) thanks to a Kevin De Bruyne masterclass on his return to Premier League action.
Phuket selected to host Thailand Biennale arts fest
Phuket selected to host Thailand Biennale arts fest
PHUKET: Phuket has been selected to host a major international arts exhibition next year which will provide a significant boost to the island’s economy, officials have declared.
Taiwan’s president-elect vows to defend island from China threats
Taiwan’s president-elect vows to defend island from China threats
TAIPEI: Taiwan’s president-elect Lai Ching-te vowed yesterday (Jan 13) to defend the self-ruled island from “intimidation” by China, after voters defied warnings from Beijing and swept him to election victory.
Seventh annual Rawai Mini Marathon confirmed
Seventh annual Rawai Mini Marathon confirmed
RUNNING: Registration is now open for the seventh edition of the hugely popular Rawai Mini Marathon, which will take place this year on Sunday, Feb 18.
Government planning Muay Thai visa for foreigners
Government planning Muay Thai visa for foreigners
BANGKOK: The government plans to introduce a special visa for foreign tourists who want to visit Thailand to practise Muay Thai, it has been announced.
Wichit to hold 16th annual running event
Wichit to hold 16th annual running event
RUNNING: Keen runners and amateurs alike have been invited to join the upcoming annual Wichit run, which takes place on Sunday, Feb 4.
State lottery changing to digital
State lottery changing to digital
BANGKOK: The Government Lottery Office (GLO), a state-owned enterprise under the Finance Ministry, plans to gradually shift general lottery stalls to digital lottery stalls starting next month, says permanent finance secretary Lavaron Sangsnit.
Phuket events honour Children’s Day
Phuket events honour Children’s Day
PHUKET: A ceremony to celebrate Children’s Day was held at Provincial Hall earlier today (Jan 13) where a series of fun-themed actvities were organised for attending children to enjoy.
Thai challenge ends with mixed doubles pair’s defeat
Thai challenge ends with mixed doubles pair’s defeat
BADMINTON: Mixed doubles pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai bowed out in the quarter-finals of the season-opening BWF Malaysia Open in Kuala Lumpur yesterday (Jan 12).
Jason Statham keeps action alive in ‘The Beekeeper’
Jason Statham keeps action alive in ‘The Beekeeper’
When you think of classic action heroes from over the years, names like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis and Sylvester Stallone quickly spring to mind, but given what he has achieved over the past decade you have to wonder whether or not it is time to add Jason Statham’s name to that elite list.
Safety warning issued after Pelagia jellyfish spotted in Phuket
Safety warning issued after Pelagia jellyfish spotted in Phuket
PHUKET: The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) has issued a safety reminder following the discovery of stinging jellyfish from the Pelagiidae family in Phuket. The stingers have been found earlier this week in the area of Pullman Panwa Beach Resort.
Myanmar junta, armed alliance announce ceasefire
Myanmar junta, armed alliance announce ceasefire
YANGON: Myanmar’s military and an alliance of armed ethnic minority groups announced a China-mediated ceasefire yesterday (Jan 12) following months of conflict that has posed the biggest threat to the junta since it seized power in 2021.
Hong Kong Sevens plays out for final time at iconic stadium
Hong Kong Sevens plays out for final time at iconic stadium
RUGBY SEVENS: In its final staging at the iconic Hong Kong Stadium before a move to the new Kai Tak Sports Park stadium in 2025, the renowned Cathay / HSBC Hong Kong Sevens returns to its roots in welcoming teams from across Asia to the world’s biggest rugby party from Apr 5-7.
Phang Nga sites confirmed to contain high lithium content
Phang Nga sites confirmed to contain high lithium content
PHANG NGA: Two major lithium deposits in Phang Nga are confirmed by a Thai geochemistry expert to have a higher content of lithium than many other key deposits in the world, it was confirmed yesterday (Jan 12).
Patong hotel maid arrested for stealing B140k from tourists
Patong hotel maid arrested for stealing B140k from tourists
PHUKET: Patong Police officers have arrested a hotel maid for stealing B140,000 in cash from foreign guests. Known victims include a man from Sweden and two brothers from Cyprus. The suspect is a Myanmar national.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong taxi driver fight ends in fatality, Omura whales off Phuket, Night mini-marathon || Jan 12
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong taxi driver fight ends in fatality, Omura whales off Phuket, Night mini-marathon || Jan 12
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Officials target migrant worker employers on ’awareness’
Officials target migrant worker employers on ’awareness’
PHUKET: The Phuket Employment Office yesterday (Jan 11) launched a series of events to inform employers of foreign workers of the new minimum wage rate in Phuket of B370 a day and to raise awareness of the law regarding the hiring of migrant workers in a bid to stem human trafficking.
Refreshed Man City ready to pounce, Spurs target top four
Refreshed Man City ready to pounce, Spurs target top four
FOOTBALL: Manchester City appear ominously poised to strike in the Premier League title race as Pep Guardiola welcomes back key players for tomorrow’s (Jan 13) trip to Newcastle, while Manchester United can ill-afford another damaging defeat when Tottenham visit Old Trafford.
Governor orders creation of Phuket marine safety centre
Governor orders creation of Phuket marine safety centre
PHUKET: In response to the recent ’Apirak 89’ tour speedboat accident that killed a 5-year-old Russian girl, Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has ordered the establishment of a dedicated ’marine safety center’.
US, UK air strikes pound Yemen after weeks of Red Sea attacks
US, UK air strikes pound Yemen after weeks of Red Sea attacks
SANAA, YEMEN: Heavy US and British air strikes pounded targets in rebel-held Yemen early today (Jan 12) after weeks of disruptive attacks on Red Sea shipping by Iran-backed Huthi forces.