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An inspiring  cycling journey

An inspiring cycling journey

“Our dream is far from a common lifestyle. Who would be crazy enough to leave a comfy life to become, almost a wanderer? It’s hard to imagine, but we are a pure example” – this is a poignant statement from Paradee “Tan” Homwong and her partner, Aleu Ayxandri’s blog.

Film Review: Dazzling, dreamlike Cinderella

Film Review: Dazzling, dreamlike Cinderella

In a star-making turn on the silver screen aided by fantastic costume design, Lily James brings Disney’s animated classic to life.

Young Elephant at Phuket's Dino Park Becomes Fresh Target for Animal Activists

Young Elephant at Phuket's Dino Park Becomes Fresh Target for Animal Activists

Latest A social media campaign now threatens the working future of a young elephant named Nadia who was familiar to guests at Phuket’s Dino Park. Other restaurants and resorts are likely targets.

Phuket police grab big meth dealer

Phuket police grab big meth dealer

PHUKET: Police have arrested a man who, for Phuket, is a big drug dealer, and seized 14,440 methamphetamine (ya bah) pills.

VNEA Pool League Phuket crowns Thailand champions

VNEA Pool League Phuket crowns Thailand champions

BILLIARDS: While the winner of the VNEA Pool League Phuket were receiving their prizes, several in the crowd at Tazmania Pool Lounge in Patong were still buzzing at the fact that there were three eight-on-a-breaks in one night.

Luna Rossa pull out of Americas Cup in protest

Luna Rossa pull out of Americas Cup in protest

SAILING: Italian syndicate Luna Rossa has withdrawn from the 2017 Americas Cup in protest at what it dubbed the illegitimate decision to use smaller boats in the historic contest to save money.

Leaders' Spat Over Murder Drags Malaysian Politics to New Lows

Latest Malaysia’s former leader is orchestrating an attack on Malaysia’s present leader over the mysterious murder of a Mongolian model, hardly a recipe for clean politics.

Extra 30 Phuket Prison Inmates Unexpectedly Qualify for Royal Pardon

Extra 30 Phuket Prison Inmates Unexpectedly Qualify for Royal Pardon

Latest With the stroke of a pen 260 prisoners on Phuket found themselves free thanks to a royal pardon marking the birthday of Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.

Norwegians Fall Out, Fight in Cha-Am Restaurant: One Shoots Business Partner Dead Over Unpaid Money

Norwegians Fall Out, Fight in Cha-Am Restaurant: One Shoots Business Partner Dead Over Unpaid Money

Latest One Norwegian man shot dead his business partner, also a Norwegian, in a Cha-Am, Thailand, restaurant where they usually met to eat and play darts with other expats.

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