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Setting your intentions – gazing ahead in 2015

Setting your intentions – gazing ahead in 2015

Hello & happy new year! For most people, this time of year is all about resolutions, goal setting and life changes. This results in a lot of new gym memberships, healthier looking fridges and life coaches. In our search for a better “me” we search externally for help. Which is great but external help is only half the equation. The other half is all you and your internal search for help.

Humour: What kind of tourist are you?

Humour: What kind of tourist are you?

HOW TO COMPLETE THE QUIZ:Put a circle round the letter for the answer that most closely resembles the one you would give. When you’ve finished, score 1 point for each ‘a’, 2 for each ‘b’, three for each ‘c’ and 4 for each ‘d’, then compare your score with the panels.

Phuket’s PIMEX boat show opens: VIDEO

Phuket’s PIMEX boat show opens: VIDEO

PHUKET: Asia’s top boat show, the Phuket International Boat Show (Pimex), opened this morning (January 8) at Royal Phuket Marina (RPM). Officiating at the ribbon-cutting were Phuket Governor Nisit Jansomwong, marine owner Gulu Lalvani, Th…

Support for Phuket Light Rail System but many details to decide

Support for Phuket Light Rail System but many details to decide

A public meeting about the proposed Phuket Light Rail System (LRS) held on Tuesday (January 6) revealed that although most people support the project, there are still issues that need to be taken into consideration before the project, slated to be completed by 2024, can go ahead.

Thai Union inherits ‘eco baggage’

Thai Union inherits ‘eco baggage’

North American tuna brand leader, Bumble Bee Seafoods, has been sold to Thai Union Frozen Products Public Company Limited (BKK:TUF) for $1.5 billion (about B50 billion).

Phuket Beach Vendors Plan Protest: Sunbeds Cleared from Layan, Says Mayor

Latest With different councils overseeing different beaches, different approaches are being taken as displaced vendors and local authorities seek compromise solutions.

Big changes made to driving test system

Big changes made to driving test system

With a huge backlog of people wanting their driver licences renewed, and with an eye on improving road skills, the Phuket Provincial Land Transport Office (PLTO) is farming out driving tests to a private driving school, the Chotima Driving School on Phra Phuket Kaew Rd.

Explore: A magical weekend

Explore: A magical weekend

One recent, glorious weekend, my family and I headed to Koh Samui to stay in the luxurious and glamorous, five-star Nikki Beach Resort. Set on the island’s stunning west coast, Lipa Noi, Nikki Beach is the ultimate tranquil and serene luxury beach resort destination and offers the brand’s global cuisine, exciting beats, signature mojitos, and poolside events, all the while offering the comforts of a luxury resort designed by conceptual designer Eric Kuster, based on the visions of Jack Penrod.

Film Review: Left wanting more

Film Review: Left wanting more

Perhaps no film in 2014 is more of an example of free speech than The Interview. The hacking of Sony Entertainment’s computer network and subsequent diplomatic fallout, including threats from North Korea’s government, prompted studio heads to cancel the release – then change their minds. By default, The Interview is going to go down in history as an example of repressive governments trying to stifle free speech.

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