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PHUKET: In a shock decision by the Phuket Civil Court, backed by the Region 8 Appellate Court, it has been ruled that the so-called “secured leases” offered by some real estate developers to allow foreigners to secure a cast-iron 90-year lease are not valid.

A decade after the boxing day Tusnami struck the Indian Ocean and took the lives of thousands all across Asia, Alex Nightingale, a dedicated, determined and loving man decided to open up his heart about how he lost his best friend in the disaster.

Latest Resort managements are being conscripted to help Phuket’s administrators enforce new beach rules that tourists don’t like. The rules are likely to drive many to other holiday destinations.

A 500 year-old sandstone cross in the village of Meridien is claimed to mark the very centre of England. Just a few miles away another plaque erected on the wall of the Rugby School in 1895 is claimed to mark the birth of the sport that bears its name, inspired by its pupil William Webb Ellis who famously picked up the ball in 1823.

Aside from being the General Manager of Mövenpick Resort and Spa in Karon, Hansruedi Frutiger is also an avid traveller. His most recent adventure was to the charming North Africa city of Marrakech. Here he has provided us with beautiful photos and a daily log from his journey, which we’ve broken up into two parts for your reading pleasure.

Latest Phuket police were struggling to handle the Governor’s edict that all beach chairs are banned with language a barrier in talking to veteran tourists especially, says the island’s police commander.

There were a slew of interesting storylines surrounding the 87th Academy Awards, which took place in Los Angeles last Sunday (February 22). Here’s a round-up of some of the night’s biggest winners.

Five-year-old Hugo lives in Phuket. He suffers from Mitochondrial disease, a metabolic condition which results in Hugo having global developmental delay. Despite daily challenges Hugo is an inspiration showing determination and resilience through his smiles and patience every day. Hugo’s parents were told that his life expectancy would be short but are hopeful of a cure being found, not just for Hugo but for all the other families affected by this disease.

Governor Nisit Jansomwong clarifies the important new rules for Phukets Beaches.