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PM hails response to visa scheme
PM hails response to visa scheme
BANGKOK: A visa-free scheme for Chinese and Kazakh tourists has received a positive response, according to Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin.
SOS: Feed the people
SOS: Feed the people
The Phuket branch of the Scholars of Sustenance Foundation (SOS) Thailand is moving ahead with its goal of handing out 20,000 meals to people in need across the island on Oct 9, as part of its efforts to mark World Food Day on Oct 16.
Spartan Race returns to Phuket
Spartan Race returns to Phuket
FITNESS: The hugely popular Spartan Race series is returning to Phuket shores bigger and better than ever before, organisers confirmed on Friday (Sept 29).
Fiji target last eight at Rugby World Cup as Scots set up Ireland showdown
Fiji target last eight at Rugby World Cup as Scots set up Ireland showdown
RUGBY: Fiji were below par but came from behind to beat Georgia 17-12 yesterday (Sept 30) and stay on course for the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, a result that pushed Australia closer to a historic elimination.
Veteran or not: calling for volunteers
Veteran or not: calling for volunteers
Have you ever wondered what your contribution would be if Phuket were hit by another disaster?  During the aftermath of the tsunami disaster in 2004, many expats joined with locals to offer whatever assistance they could. The hundreds of stories of selfless actions by so many kind-hearted and determined volunteers was enough to regain faith in humanity.
Man City shocked by Wolves, Spurs beat nine-man Liverpool
Man City shocked by Wolves, Spurs beat nine-man Liverpool
FOOTBALL: Manchester City’s perfect start to the Premier League season came undone in a shock 2-1 loss to Wolves, but Liverpool missed the chance to go top as they were reduced to nine men in a 2-1 defeat at Tottenham yesterday (Sept 30).
Police catch mobile phone scammer
Police catch mobile phone scammer
PHUKET: Police have arrested a man from Bangkok who was found guilty of stealing multiple mobile phones then reselling them to retailers in Phuket.
Srettha forced to act as wet weather worsens
Srettha forced to act as wet weather worsens
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin yesterday (Sept 30) ordered a prompt response to floods now occurring in several provinces in upper Thailand, with the northern run-off from the Yom River expected to trigger more floods in provinces downstream, including Sukhothai and Phitsanulok.
Vagabonds take lessons and lumps from a bruising Bangkok showdown
Vagabonds take lessons and lumps from a bruising Bangkok showdown
RUGBY: Following relative success at the Southern Sevens in Phang Nga recently, Phuket Vagabonds were humbled with hard-learned lessons meted out by a clinical Bangkok Bangers team and a 33 point loss without reply on Sept 16.
Fury to face Usyk in undisputed heavyweight title fight
Fury to face Usyk in undisputed heavyweight title fight
BOXING: Tyson Fury will take on Oleksandr Usyk in a historic undisputed heavyweight showdown in Saudi Arabia, promoters announced on Friday (Sept 29).
Melbourne Cup 2023 at Casa Boho
Melbourne Cup 2023 at Casa Boho
Fabulous Fun Fundraiser at Funky Casa Boho at the Hyatt Regency Kamala - The Melbourne Cup 2023. From 9:30 to 14:30, guests will enjoy free-flow selected beverages & brunch with: - Fashions on the Field to find the most stylish guests - with prizes awarded for Best Hat, Best Dressed, Best Suited, and the Chicest Couple. - Exclusive prizes to bid on and raffles to win. - Screening of the famous thoroughbred horse race. - Dancing with resident DJ. Casa Boho is the perfect party venue, with aircon, ocean breezes and panoramic views across Kamala Bay. Dress code: At the races. Hats a must! Venue: Casa Boho, Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort, Kamala. Donation: 3,500 baht. For tickets, please contact Tina Hall tina@phukethasbeengoodtous.org Phuket Has Been Good To Us must raise 450,000 baht from this fundraiser to pay for an English Teacher for 2024, so PLEASE join us for this party with a purpose
Thai takraw teams soar to victory at Asian Games
Thai takraw teams soar to victory at Asian Games
ASIAN GAMES: Thailand continued their dominance in sepak takraw at the Asian Games yesterday (Sept 29), making a clean sweep of gold medals in the men’s and women’s team regu events.
US government hours from shutdown
US government hours from shutdown
WASHINGTON: The US government is hours from shutting down today (Sept 30) after the far right of the Republican Party scuppered final attempts at a temporary budget agreement, throwing into doubt everything from access to national parks to Washington’s massive support for Ukraine.
Liverpool face test of title credentials at Spurs
Liverpool face test of title credentials at Spurs
FOOTBALL: Liverpool’s Premier League title credentials face a stiff test at a resurgent Tottenham this evening (Sept 30) as the Reds aim to keep pace with relentless leaders Manchester City.
Workers to get New Year wage hike
Workers to get New Year wage hike
BANGKOK: Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has pledged to raise the minimum wage to an appropriate level next year, but the benchmark of B400 per day would not be applied to all sectors as some, such as tourism, already surpass that threshold.
PM visits Phang Nga for update on new airport
PM visits Phang Nga for update on new airport
PHANG NGA: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin followed up his visit to Phuket yesterday (Sept 29) by travelling to Phang Nga to receive an update on plans for the proposed new airport in the area.
Fourteen-try New Zealand trounce Italy at Rugby World Cup
Fourteen-try New Zealand trounce Italy at Rugby World Cup
RUGBY: Scrum-half Aaron Smith scored a hat-trick of tries as New Zealand laid down a statement of intent with a 96-17 blitzing of a hapless Italy at the Rugby World Cup yesterday (Sept 29).
Artificial reef innovation under way
Artificial reef innovation under way
BANGKOK: The Department of Fisheries and PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP) have signed an agreement on developing artificial reefs from carbon dioxide-based mineral stones.
‘The Creator’ another milestone for Gareth Edwards
‘The Creator’ another milestone for Gareth Edwards
When it comes to modern-day filmmakers, director Gareth Edwards is one of the best. His debut feature film, ‘Monsters’, was an underrated cult classic. Since then he has branched into directing in two of the biggest franchises in cinematic history as he helmed 2014’s ‘Godzilla’ and then entered the Star Wars universe with ‘Rogue One’. Some hardcore fans have even said that ‘Rogue One’ is the best of the modern-day Stars Wars films.
Bouquets and blessings for Governor Narong’s farewell
Bouquets and blessings for Governor Narong’s farewell
PHUKET: Narong Woonciew was showered with bouquets and blessings on his last day as Governor of Phuket yesterday, before he officially retires from government service today (Sept 30).