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Krabi's 7-Eleven Boats Could be the Answer for Patong's Problems

Krabi's 7-Eleven Boats Could be the Answer for Patong's Problems

Latest ‘‘7-Eleven’’ boats that sell everything a tourist needs have been ruled illegal off a beach in a national park but someone may yet try the idea on Phuket’s troubled Patong beach.

Technology: Dutch launch ‘intelligent bike’ that warns of danger

Technology: Dutch launch ‘intelligent bike’ that warns of danger

The Netherlands launched its first-ever “intelligent bicycle” last week, fitted with an array of electronic devices to help bring down the high accident rate among elderly cyclists in the bicycle-mad country.

Jedinak, Cahill lead Australia bid for Asian Cup

Jedinak, Cahill lead Australia bid for Asian Cup

FOOTBALL: Crystal Palace captain Mile Jedinak and stalwarts Tim Cahill and Mark Bresciano will lead Australias bid for Asian Cup glory after coach Ange Postecoglou unveiled a 23-man squad Tuesday (December 23).

India up against MCG record to save Aussie series

India up against MCG record to save Aussie series

CRICKET: India must reverse a demoralising losing streak at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to prevent Australia from regaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Fridays (December 26) Boxing Day third Test.

Christmas Special: A guide to crafty Christmas ornaments

Christmas Special: A guide to crafty Christmas ornaments

You’ve propped up the Christmas tree and now it’s time to decorate! The Phuket News has you covered with these simple and affordable do-it-yourself (DIY) ornaments.

Grapevine: Dedicated to those whom inspired a love

Grapevine: Dedicated to those whom inspired a love

World-wide, some 60-70 million people play golf. Some started early in life, others in their teens or even later.

Gospel Groups from 10 Nations to Lift Tsunami Spirits on Phuket Over Three Days

Latest Gospel groups from around the region are to commemorate the 2004 tsunami by performing in Phuket’s Patong holiday hub over three days from December 26.

Baby Gammy, Who Helped Change Thailand's Surrogacy Laws, Turns One Year Old

Baby Gammy, Who Helped Change Thailand's Surrogacy Laws, Turns One Year Old

Latest The story of Baby Gammy revealed a need for change in Thailand’s law and a Japanese businessman who wanted to father scores of children. And now the babe who broke the story is one.

Man Threatens to Jump from Rooftop in Phuket City

Man Threatens to Jump from Rooftop in Phuket City

Latest A man who threatened to jump from a rooftop was talked down after half an hour in Phuket City. The man was suffering ‘‘personal problems,’’ police said.

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