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Predator makes a comeback in ‘Prey’
Predator makes a comeback in ‘Prey’
The idea of a Hollywood re-boot normally doesn’t sit too well with serious movie lovers. The reason for that is that often over the past few years cinema goers have been subjected to some pretty lame re-boots that pay little respect to the original source material that they are ‘borrowing’ from. There have been some though that have bucked the trend, ‘Halloween’ comes to mind straight away, and now it seems that after 35 years of trying Hollywood has finally managed to create a film worthy to carry on the ‘Predator’ legacy.
Celest’s date with destiny at Lumpinee
Celest’s date with destiny at Lumpinee
MUAY THAI: She may be about to head into the ring at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok for the biggest fight of her career so far but Celest Muriel Hansen has no nerves or doubts. She is, after all, a trailblazer who has already been a part of history at the famed home of Muay Thai.
China scraps cooperation with US over Taiwan spat
China scraps cooperation with US over Taiwan spat
BEIJING: China said yesterday (Aug 5) it was ending cooperation with the United States on a litany of key issues including climate change, anti-drug efforts and military talks, as relations between the two superpowers nosedive over the island of Taiwan.
Arsenal mentality pleases Arteta in opening night win at Palace
Arsenal mentality pleases Arteta in opening night win at Palace
FOOTBALL: Mikel Arteta praised Arsenal’s ability to ride out a second-half onslaught from Crystal Palace to make the perfect start to the Premier League season with a 2-0 win at Selhurst Park last night (Aug 5).
Inferno pub illegally built and operated
Inferno pub illegally built and operated
CHON BURI: The pub that burned down early yesterday morning (Aug 5), killing 14 people and injuring 38 others, was illegally built and operated.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Nightclub fire claims lives, Joe Ferrari drops appeal, Thailand CBDC test || August 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Nightclub fire claims lives, Joe Ferrari drops appeal, Thailand CBDC test || August 5
PHUKET XTRA - August 5 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
BCCT PHUKET Dinner **CANCELLED**
BCCT PHUKET Dinner **CANCELLED**
  *CANCELLED* You are invited to the BCCT Phuket Dinner at SAii Laguna Phuket. Our guest speaker is Chris Cracknell, BCCT Chair & Grant Thornton Thailand Chairman who will present on ‘Shifting Demographics: The Hidden Derailer of the Thai Economy’ Before the dinner join us for some business networking. This is a fantastic opportunity to catch up with old friends, make new business connections, and share experiences in an open, relaxed and friendly environment. Cost: THB 1,200 for BCCT members and THB 2,000 for non-members including 3-course western set dinner, free flow selected beverages and soft drinks. Booking visit bccthai.com
The Premier League strikes back
The Premier League strikes back
FOOTBALL: The Premier League returns to action this evening (Aug 5) as Arsenal travel south across London to Crystal Palace in the season’s curtain raiser.
PIWC Monthly Lunch
PIWC Monthly Lunch
The Phuket International Women’s Club will meet for their August monthly lunch at Eden Grill at 21/17, Boat Avenue Cherngtalay 17, Lagoon Rd, Thalang District, Phuket 83110 https://goo.gl/maps/DKYKKYxT79wTtkkt7 Date: Thursday, August 18th Time: 11:30 for registration, 12pm lunch. Cost: 900bht for members, 1200 for non-members/guests. Please make your reservation with Maggy by 15th August at the latest.
Fire at Chon Buri pub kills 13, injures 40
Fire at Chon Buri pub kills 13, injures 40
CHON BURI: At least 13 people were killed and 40 others were reported injured by a fire at a crowded pub in Sattahip district early this morning (Aug 5).
No appeal for ‘Joe Ferrari’
No appeal for ‘Joe Ferrari’
BANGKOK: The family of Joe Ferrari does not want to appeal to the court for mercy, saying they will accept his sentence of life imprisonment.
Crown Prince of Perlis to visit Phuket
Crown Prince of Perlis to visit Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket officials are preparing for an official visit by Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, Crown Prince of Perlis Malaysia.
Phuket officials punt on GEMMMSSTTF for economic recovery
Phuket officials punt on GEMMMSSTTF for economic recovery
PHUKET: Phuket officials yesterday (Aug 4) held a brainstorming session to come up with projects to be deployed under the 10-point provincial policy ‘GEMMMSSTTF’ to help the island’s economy recover.
Chinese missiles ‘serious problem that impacts our national security’: Japan PM
Chinese missiles ‘serious problem that impacts our national security’: Japan PM
TOKYO: Japan’s prime minister today (Aug 5) condemned China’s firing of ballistic missiles during military drills around Taiwan, calling them a “serious problem that impacts our national security and the safety of our citizens”.
Chiang Rai airport reopens as stranded Nok Air plane removed
Chiang Rai airport reopens as stranded Nok Air plane removed
CHIANG RAI: Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport reopens today (Aug 5) after a damaged Nok Air plane was removed from the runway, said Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket coastal erosion, Deep Southern ’ceasefire’ proposed || August 4
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket coastal erosion, Deep Southern ’ceasefire’ proposed || August 4
PHUKET XTRA - August 4 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket officials prepare for APEC SME meeting
Phuket officials prepare for APEC SME meeting
PHUKET: Weerapong Malai, Director General of the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion (OSMEP) was in Phuket yesterday (Aug 3) to coordinate preparations for the 28th Apec SME Ministerial Meeting to be held at the SAii Laguna Phuket resort on Sept 5-10.
Kusoldharm Foundation distributes 313 education scholarships
Kusoldharm Foundation distributes 313 education scholarships
PHUKET: The Kusoldharm Phuket Foundation held its annual education scholarship ceremony on Tuesday (Aug 2) where it distributed a total of 313 scholarships to help local children.
Upcoming Phuket sports events unveiled
Upcoming Phuket sports events unveiled
ALL SPORTS: A meeting was held yesterday (Aug 3) by the Phuket Provincial Sports Committee to outline a series of upcoming sports events to be hosted on the island.
Prosecutors charge six suspects over Tangmo’s death
Prosecutors charge six suspects over Tangmo’s death
BANGKOK: Public prosecutors have indicted six suspects over the death by drowning of actress Nida “Tangmo” Patcharaveerapong on Feb 24.