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Indigenous rights activists protest on Australia Day
Indigenous rights activists protest on Australia Day
SYDNEY: Tens of thousands of Australians protested over the treatment of Indigenous people yesterday (Jan 26) as the country celebrated a national holiday marking the 1788 arrival of British colonisers.
A day of double joy for Thai shuttlers
A day of double joy for Thai shuttlers
BADMINTON: Ratchanok Intanon and Kunlavut Vitidsarn claimed their first titles of the year after winning the US$475,000 (approx B16,150,000) BWF Indonesia Masters in Jakarta yesterday (Jan 26).
British man suspected of killing Thai wife in UK arrested
British man suspected of killing Thai wife in UK arrested
BANGKOK: A British man, 62, has been arrested in Kanchanaburi province for quick repatriation as he was suspected of killing his Thai wife in his homeland over two decades ago.
Phuket Globetrotter: In maddening Madagascar, a rare environmental success story
Phuket Globetrotter: In maddening Madagascar, a rare environmental success story
Madagascar, a jewel of biodiversity, appears like a failing state. Since breaking up with France in 1960, Madagascar’s been stuck in a political soap opera ‒ featuring more coups than a chicken coop and elections shadier than a baobab tree.
Interview: Leigh Whannell details creating the ‘Wolf Man’
Interview: Leigh Whannell details creating the ‘Wolf Man’
It is not an overstatement to say that filmmaker Leigh Whannell is one of the men responsible for changing the face of modern-day horror. His screenplays introduced us to the world of ‘Saw’ and ‘Insidious’ while his directing skills have brought us the fresh and creative ‘Upgrade’ while ‘The Invisible Man’ took him to a whole new level to receive both critical and fan acclaim.
Are you sitting comfortably? Then I’ll begin…
Are you sitting comfortably? Then I’ll begin…
‘Hurry! The bombs are falling and we need to run. Quickly choose what you want to take with you. You’re allowed one thing and it must be light. We’ll be on the road for months.’ Yusef looked around his room – what was his most precious thing? If he took his stamps they could sell them if they needed money later, but there was his ancient teddy that his daddy gave him when he was born, and a piece of coral he had collected the only time he had ever seen the sea.
Thailand’s Tax Changes: Clarity from the Revenue Department
Thailand’s Tax Changes: Clarity from the Revenue Department
In September 2023, Thailand’s Revenue Department announced significant changes to the interpretation of tax laws, which came into effect on Jan 1, 2024. These updates have caused confusion among expats, many of whom are uncertain about their obligations under the new rules. With the 2024 tax filing deadline fast approaching, it’s critical for expats to understand how these changes may affect them.
Officials review assistance to ‘poverty households’ in Phuket
Officials review assistance to ‘poverty households’ in Phuket
PHUKET: More than 3,600 households in Phuket are recognised by officials as living below the poverty line, even in Thailand, and in dire need of assistance.
Jammed: Phuket police look to AI to ease Phuket traffic snarls
Jammed: Phuket police look to AI to ease Phuket traffic snarls
PHUKET: Traffic Police are hoping a plan to use AI technology will help ease traffic jams across the island by optimising traffic flow, at least until major road projects ‒ many of which still have yet to get underway ‒ are completed.
Port Takola Yacht Marina to start phase 2 expansion in March 2025
Port Takola Yacht Marina to start phase 2 expansion in March 2025
Port Takola Yacht Marina, located in the heart of Krabi, is set to expand its capacity with the addition of 80 new wet berths in March 2025. This development will provide additional berths for yachts ranging from 10 to 25 metres and a marina administrative building, the Capitainerie.
‘Heretic’ takes horror into a new realm
‘Heretic’ takes horror into a new realm
Gone are the days when horror films were just simple’ plotless slice ‘n’ dices with B-Grade actors. Today the genre sees some of the top writers, actors and directors flocking to make films in it ‒ largely due to the fact that you can use the horrors of the paranormal and supernatural worlds  to make some pretty powerful metaphors and statements about the real world.
Trump effect mixed for Thailand
Trump effect mixed for Thailand
BANGKOK: Trump 2.0 policies, referring to strategies utilised by the US president in his second term, are expected to impact products such as computers, equipment and components, electronic devices, rubber products and agricultural goods.
Govt ‘not to blame’ for Myanmar scam hubs
Govt ‘not to blame’ for Myanmar scam hubs
BANGKOK: Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has rejected claims by Myanmar’s junta that Thailand is partly to blame for the proliferation of online scam centres in Myanmar, saying the problem is a complicated matter that concerns multiple parties.
Underwater garbage, beach cleanup held at Kata
Underwater garbage, beach cleanup held at Kata
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO), in collaboration with government agencies, private businesses and members of local communities, launched the ‘Underwater Garbage Collection Project, Artificial Coral Reefs 2025’ at Kata Beach yesterday (Jan 24).
Big Buddha construction listed as ‘contributing factor’ in deadly Kata landslide
Big Buddha construction listed as ‘contributing factor’ in deadly Kata landslide
PHUKET: A report by the Department of Mineral Resources investigation into the landslide in Kata on Aug 23 last year that killed 13 people has listed the new parking lot and nearby restroom constructed at the Big Buddha Viewpoint as factors that contributed to the cause of the deadly landslide.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Elephant escapes and roams Phuket streets, Online TM6, Father fatally throws son || Jan 24
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Elephant escapes and roams Phuket streets, Online TM6, Father fatally throws son || Jan 24
PHUKET XTRA - January 24 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Russian charged with murder for throwing son from speedboat
Russian charged with murder for throwing son from speedboat
BANGKOK: A Russian man has been arrested and charged after throwing his 13-year-old son into the sea off Phang Nga, resulting in the boy’s death from severe injuries caused by a propeller.
Russian man killed in motorbike accident
Russian man killed in motorbike accident
PHUKET: A Russian tourist died when his motorbike struck a roadside barrier in Srisoonthorn in the early minutes of this morning (Jan 24).
Man City start tough run against Chelsea, Spurs aim to halt slide
Man City start tough run against Chelsea, Spurs aim to halt slide
FOOTBALL: Manchester City have no time to lick their wounds after another bruising Champions League defeat as Chelsea prepare to visit the Etihad, with both clubs battling for a top-four finish.
Phuket Lantern Festival kicks off
Phuket Lantern Festival kicks off
PHUKET: The annual Phuket Lantern Festival officially began with an opening ceremony led by Phuket Town Mayor Saroj Angkanapilas yesterday (Jan 23)