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Phuket Town gets a new night market
Phuket Town gets a new night market
PHUKET: A new night market has officially opened in the heart of Phuket Town, offering a new space for local businesses and tourists alike. The ‘Plern Pao Night Market’ was launched on Saturday (July 5) with an opening ceremony presided over by Phuket MP Thitikan Thitiphrutikul.
‘Simple Buddhist monk’ Dalai Lama marks landmark 90th birthday
‘Simple Buddhist monk’ Dalai Lama marks landmark 90th birthday
MCLEOD GANJ, INDIA: Calling himself a “simple Buddhist monk” who usually didn’t celebrate birthdays, the Dalai Lama marked his 90th yesterday (July 6) by praying for peace after China insisted it would have the final say on who succeeded the Tibetan spiritual leader.
Russian man seriously injured after third-floor jump
Russian man seriously injured after third-floor jump
PHUKET: A 27-year-old Russian man was seriously injured after jumping from the third floor of a company dormitory in Phuket Town last night (July 6).
Emotional Norris wins epic rain-hit British Grand Prix
Emotional Norris wins epic rain-hit British Grand Prix
FORMULA ONE: An emotional Lando Norris boosted his world title bid in memorable fashion yesterday (July 6) when he drove to a commanding rain-splashed victory ahead of McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri in a chaotic British Grand Prix.
Kuwaiti man drowns in morning swim at Bang Tao
Kuwaiti man drowns in morning swim at Bang Tao
PHUKET: A 74-year-old Kuwaiti man died after being pulled from the water unconscious at Bang Tao Beach on Saturday morning (July 5).
Border row goes to UN boss
Border row goes to UN boss
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it blames Cambodia for breaking its own promise to resolve border issues with Thailand through bilateral mechanisms agreed upon by both countries.
Three arrested in Thalang drug bust
Three arrested in Thalang drug bust
PHUKET: Police have arrested three suspects in a drug operation in Thalang, seizing thousands of methamphetamine pills (ya bah), crystal meth (ya ice) and illegal ammunition.
Vibrant and ultra fresh at Café Studio
Vibrant and ultra fresh at Café Studio
Café Studio is situated in a handy location just off the Karon Beach road, along a path through a small grass and tree park area – and far enough to avoid road noise, yet close enough to not be disconnected from Karon’s beach scene.
One size does NOT fit all
One size does NOT fit all
I cringe at the word diet - it sounds like something that you vow to start on Monday and abandon by Wednesday. I wish there were a single word that describes sustainable, wholesome choices that support long-term well-being. Being Wellthwise means ditching diets forever and embracing your own feel-good, thrive-fueled way of eating that is all about nourishment, not nonsense.
Minister urges public to stop giving to beggars in tourist hotspots
Minister urges public to stop giving to beggars in tourist hotspots
PHUKET: Varawut Silpa-archa, Minister of Social Development and Human Security, has urged the public to stop giving money to beggars, particularly in popular tourist destinations such as Phuket, Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Chonburi.
NBTC endorses eight new cybercrime measures
NBTC endorses eight new cybercrime measures
BANGKOK: The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) board has approved eight measures to prevent and suppress crimes related to technology.
B1.4mn push to cut Phuket kids’ screen time
B1.4mn push to cut Phuket kids’ screen time
PHUKET: Provincial authorities have approved a B1.44 million budget to support the ‘PHUKET-EF Model’, a brain-skills development initiative aimed at strengthening early childhood education and reducing screen time among families across the island.
Patong nightlife boss moves forward as Council President
Patong nightlife boss moves forward as Council President
PHUKET: Weerawit Kreuasombat, longstanding President of the Patong Entertainment Business Association (PEBA), which represents hundreds of nightlife venues in Phuket's main party town, is outlining his plans now that he has also been selected to serve as President of the Patong Municipality Council.
F1: The Movie takes things to the next level
F1: The Movie takes things to the next level
There was once a time in Hollywood when an actor hanging off a town clock by ropes was considered an epic stunt. Then came the Western genre actors who could throw themselves off a galloping horse without hurting themselves. Brilliant at the time but kind of tame when you consider the stunts that the likes of Tom Cruise have put themselves through in recent years.
Breeding of water monitor lizards now permitted in Thailand
Breeding of water monitor lizards now permitted in Thailand
BANGKOK: The Asian water monitor can now be bred in captivity for commercial purposes, according to a new declaration in the Royal Gazette.
Debt relief scheme to be expanded
Debt relief scheme to be expanded
BANGKOK: The Cabinet has approved expansion of debtor eligibility for the ‘You Fight, We Help’ debt relief programme.
Work permit applications to go online
Work permit applications to go online
PHUKET: The Department of Employment has officially launched a new outsourcing project aimed at transforming the process of applying for work permits for foreigners ‒ and for work permit renewals ‒ in Thailand into an online streamlined service.
Ultimate Frisbee finds its flight in Phuket
Ultimate Frisbee finds its flight in Phuket
FRISBEE: Ultimate Frisbee has been steadily growing across Thailand over the past decade and Phuket is now emerging as a key player in that growth. What began as informal pickup games among a small group of expats and locals has transformed into a vibrant, cross-cultural community centered on fun, fitness and friendly competition.
Two arrested for Patong bag snatch
Two arrested for Patong bag snatch
PHUKET: Patong Police have tracked down and arrested two Myanmar nationals in connection with a bag snatch that took place at Patong Beach just over week ago.
NACC Phuket publishes income, asset declarations of local officials
NACC Phuket publishes income, asset declarations of local officials
PHUKET: The Phuket office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC Phuket) has publicly released the official income and asset declarations of key municipal leaders who either retained their positions or lost their seats in the May local elections.