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them to the second floor where she showed them a storage room full of documents – and a shotgun, which they found was registered to Mrs Urai.

As the search continues in the house, other teams of officers are searching for Pian.

From Mrs Urai’s house one team went to another house, on Patong Hill near the Sea Pearl Resort, but there, too, they drew a blank. Pian was not home.

As The Phuket News went to press, they were deciding which on

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An investigator brings a shotgun out of a store room in the home of Pian Keesin’s wife Urai.

from Bangkok, one place the police visited early in the day was a home of former mayor Pian Keesin, where they were met by his first wife Urai and their daughter.

They showed her the search warrant for the five-bedroom house.

His wife – who is also the mother of Prap “Mr Big” Keesin, told them, “I don’t know where he is. He has many wives. He comes to visit us but he doesn’t stay here.”

AMLO officers asked her where Pian keeps his documents and she led

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EX-MAYOR OF THE TOWN IS NO 1 TARGET FOR MASSIVE TASK FORCE

s The Phuket News went to press on yesterday morning (August 28), more than 200 troops and police, including officers of the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO), descended on Patong armed with 83 arrest warrants.

The raid, with teams splitting up to look for a variety of targets, promises to be a huge shake-up of politics and the bureaucracy in Phuket’s tourism capital.

Led by Region 8 Commissioner Lt Gen Panya Mamen and officers

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their list of possible locations they would visit next.

It is understood that among the arrest warrants is another for Prap and one for another of Pian’s sons, Patthawee.

Meanwhile, another team of officers and troops raided the home of Kamnan Winai Chidchiew in Karon.

The home was searched in his presence, but nothing incriminating was found. Kamnan Winai’s name is on a list of “influential people” compiled by the police.

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New tourist, education visa rules now in force NEW VISA REGULAtions for extension of temporary stay in the Kingdom have been released and came into effect today (August 29).

According to an announcement from the Immigration Department, foreigners granted a visa exemption as tourists for a 30-day stay will be able to get a one-time-only extension of stay for up to 30 days.

If the foreigner’s application is denied no appeal for reconsideration will be allowed, but he or she will get a seven-day extension before having to leave Thailand.

As for visas to study a private educational institution outside the official school system, extensions to permits to stay may be granted for up to 90 days, but the total length of stay must not exceed one year from the date of entry into Thailand.

Foreigners involved in NGOs or foreign chambers of commerce, or performing duties for a public charity, can get repeat extensions for up to 90 days, but again, the total length of stay must not exceed one year from date of entry.

The fee for extensions is B1,900.

For further information, visit the Immigration website at bangkok.immigration.go.th or call 1111.

Alternatively foreigners can contact any Immigration office.

The new rules will mean that genuine tourists will not have to do “out-in” visa runs unless they want to stay more than two months.

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FLOODING AGAIN Mayor’s tour reveals where the fault lies

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orrential rain at lunchtime on Monday (August 25) caused flooding in a variety of places across the island, with the worst, predictably, being in Patong.

There, parts of Rat-U-Thit 200 Pi Rd, Sai Nam Yen Rd and Phang Muang Sai Kor Rd were flooded to 50cm or more.

The Kathu Police Station was, as always, a submarine.

The following day, as the flooding in Patong drained away, Mayor Chalermluk Kebsap led officials and naval officers on a tour of storm drains and the canal along Phang Muang Sai Kor Rd. They found that both storm drains and the klong were choked with mud and garbage, causing the klong to overflow.

Mayor Chalermlak was also told that some of the pipes to carry storm water to the klong had been built with sharp angles in them, which collected debris, while others were smaller than the appropriate size.

“In the past, before Phang Muang Sai Kor Rd was built, there used to be a water catchment area from which water could flow through the klong to the sea. There was also a pumping station in case of flooding,” Mayor Chalermluck said.

“But when the road construction project began, the pump was removed.

“I also found that the pipes underground connect in a zigzag way, which means water cannot flow smoothly.”

In one place, she said, the straight line of the main storm drain is blocked, so the contractor dodged around the obstruction, building a dogleg with two right-angle bends.

“How can it flow when it’s raining?” she asked.

Left, drone shot by Sompong Sakultup of Patong on Monday. Right, well at least his head is dry (at Kathu police station).

Mayor Chalermluk’s team raised manholes giving access to the storM drains. What they found was revealing.

Construction continues, and Phang Muang Sai Kor Rd has become a soap opera with cranes falling onto buildings, holes full of water deep enough to swallow motorbikes and a road surface that often resembles a tank-testing course.

But, says Mayor Chalermluk, “I can’t do anything because this is an old contract awarded by the previous mayor [Pian Keesin] and they [the contractors] have rejected any suggestions made by me.”

So for the time being, the Mayor is proposing two solutions, one short-term and one longer-term.

“The short-term solution is canal and storm drain dredging. Patong Municipality is already dredging the Wang

Khee On canal and the Bang Wad canal, and we will continue on to Rat-U-Thit-200-Pi Rd and Taweewong Rd, using two vacuum tankers,” she said.

“The Phuket Office of Rural Roads (ORR) will take responsibility for Phang Muang Sai Kor Rd. I ordered them to do this three months ago, but nothing has been done yet,” she added.

Teeraporn Jirarattanakorn, director of the ORR was repeatedly asked during the tour whether he would take the job on. He said, “Okay, okay, I’ll do it.”

A long-ter m solution would be a three-metre-wide area either side of the canal to allow excavators in to dig out the canal, but many buildings have been constructed with

their walls right next to the canal.

“In fact, by law, no building may be closer than three meters from a canal. So we will be issuing orders for work on buildings currently under construction too close to the canal to be stopped and for structures that breach the three-metre rule to be removed within 37 days.”

The owners of the already completed Nara Grandeur hotel and associated buildings have been ordered to move out, but the 37-day notice has long expired, with no action taken.

“Seven complaints – including one about the Nara Grandeur hotel – have been filed with Kathu Police,” Superintendent Pol Col Chi-

raphat Pochanaphan confirmed.

Mayor Chalermlak named the owners of the building as “Kantanara” and “Maneesri”, adding that Kantanara, originally from Nong Khai, is well known in Patong as “Jae (sister) Boom”.

“I would like to urge business owners in Patong to pay attention to the [needs of the] community. If everyone does things only for their own benefit, it could have a huge effect on the image of Patong,” she said.

The Phuket Marine Office, which has responsibility for waterways, was due to inspect the three-metre area along canals in Patong on Wednesday (August 27) to identify infringements.

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An investigator checks the smashed ATM for prints.

Smash but no cash for ATM robbers T H I E V ES SM A SH E D their way into an ATM on August 21 but failed to get any cash.

Police were called to the scene in front of the main Super Cheap store on Thepkrasattri Rd the following morning at 6.10am.

One of two Siam Commercial Bank ATMs had been attacked, possibly with a crowbar. The screen had

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been ripped out, exposing the innards.

Officers contacted Werachart Pratetpiboon, whose firm is responsible for loading cash into the machines and asked him to check if any money was stolen. None was.

Police dusted the two machines for fingerprints and hope these will point them to the disappointed thieves.

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huket International Airport went on high alert just after midday on Tuesday (August 26) when a call was received saying that there was a bomb aboard an AirAsia flight that was due to land in five minutes.

Air Asia flight FD 3003 left Don Muang international Airport in Bangkok at 10:55am and was due to land in Phuket at 12:15 with 167 passengers and six crew aboard.

The bomb call came in at 12:10.

Makin Petplai, the President of Airports of Thailand, which owns and operates the airport, issued a statement on Tuesday afternoon in which he said, “Officers immediately took action. When the flight landed the pilot was instructed to move the airplane to the Isolated Parking Area.

“Passengers were evacuated and their bags unloaded onto the tarmac. Then security and bomb disposal officers had the passengers identify their own bags, which were thoroughly searched.”

Relieved passengers from flight FD3003 go through the arrivals terminal.

The airline and the passengers all gave full cooperation, he said, and no bomb was found.

“Everything is fine, nothing happened. It was a hoax call.

The aircraft left Phuket Airport again at 3:08pm, arriving back

at Don Muang at 4:28pm,” said Mr Makin.

“We have lodged a complaint with Tah Chat Chai Police asking them to track down the person who made the call,” Mr Makin said.

“Our safety plans meet the

standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization, and we also have annual emergency simulations.”

This year’s rehearsals were due to take place on Wednesday and yesterday (August 27 and 28).

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hailand’s coup leader and prime minister, Gen Prayuth ChanOcha last Friday night (August 22) called for the Immigration crackdown on “out-in” tourist visas to be rolled back.

During his weekly TV briefing to the nation, aired on all channels, the general said he had ordered the Immigration Police to be “more flexible” in its application of the law.

Im migration recently cracked down on the number of times a foreigner may cross the border into a neighbouring country, turn around and re-enter the country on a new tourist visa.

Many of the people doing multiple out-in tourist visas were believed to be working in the country illegally, often as teachers or tour guides.

According to the English subtitles of his speech, Gen Prayuth said he was concerned that the clampdown – whereby people doing out-in visas are required to prove they are genuine tourists, or be barred from

Gen Prayuth: worried about a dearth of teachers and guides entry – was affecting schools and the tourist industry.

“This is an ongoing problem that needs to be resolved, as it can lead to a shortage of English teachers and guides,” he said.

The statement will shock many in the bureaucracy, on several levels. First, it is illegal to work while in Thailand on a tourist visa. Second, people working illegally pay no tax.

And third, foreigners may not be guides in Thailand;

that profession is reserved for Thais only.

T h e c r a ckd ow n wa s launched by the then-national commander of Thai Immigration, Lt Gen Pharnu Kerdlarpphon, who told The Phuket News on May 13, just nine days before the coup, that multiple out-in visa runs would no longer be tolerated. He has since been sidelined.

The question of foreigners working as tour guides has long been a troubled one.

Although Thais alone may be tour guides, there are very few Thai guides who speak, for example, Korean or Russian, for which there is great demand. This fuels the number of people working illegally.

Even if Immigration now turn a blind eye to out-in visa runners, it will not solve the problems of unqualified foreigners teaching languages, or foreign guides knowing nothing about the island’s history and making it up as they go along, leaving the tourists they instruct with a twisted understanding of Thai culture and history.

Contacted by The Phuket News, Santi Pawai, director of the Phuket Office of Tourism and Sport, said that, lacking specific instructions so far, he would continue cracking down on illegal guides, otherwise he would leave himself open to accusations that he is not doing his duty as a government official.

Thousands of foreigners in Phuket will be watching this issue with great interest.

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TWO MEN POSING AS DSI officers were arrested on Tuesday (August 26) for extorting B100,000 from the Angel Massage parlour in Poonphon, Phuket Town, in April.

Kanapat Kongmeang, 42 and Witsanusan Tippayatat, 47, were two out of four men who went into the massage parlour to use the services, including sex, and made a video of it.

The men then showed the video to the parlour owner and demanded B100,000 or the video would be posted online.

The owner handed over the money as he didn’t want bad publicity.

The owner later made checks into the four men’s claim to be from the DSI and found they were imposters.

Lt Col Korrawat Kongmeang of the DSI said, “Please contact the DSI headquarters if anyone claims to be from the DSI and demands money.

The DSI never demands money from any business.”

The other two men are still being sought.

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Crime is not a major issue: poll IN ITS MOST RECENT poll, now closed, The Phuket News asked about the likely wider effects of the Armybacked crackdown in Phuket, particularly on taxis and on illegal businesses on the beach.

With many people thrown out of work, do readers fear there will be a rise in crime?

Most do not. Just 28 per cent agreed with the statement “I worry that there is going to be a huge rise in violent crime as people lose their livelihoods.”

T h i r t y- s i x p e r c e n t chose the option, “I don’t think so”, while another 9 per cent voted for “I trust the Army to mitigate the effects of unemployment.”

The remaining 28 per cent agreed with the statement, “The people encroaching, and the taxi mafia were already committing crimes, so what’s the difference?” thephuketnews

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pplications can now be submitted for membership of the 250seat National Reform Council (NRC), which will come up with recommendations for Thailand’s new constitution and for a slew of new or revised laws to promote transparency and eradicate corruption.

“The NRC will be the body that will rewrite the law for Thailand,” explained Phuket Election Commissioner Kittipong Thiengkunakrit at a press conference on Monday (August 25).

There will be 77 province representatives in the NRC – one from each province – and 173 others chosen from various “non-profit corporations” such as schools, temples, universities or local government organisations.

Applicants for the 77 province seats will apply in their home province, while the others must submit applications to Bangkok.

“You can apply in person at the Phuket Election Commission [opposite the Phuket

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Community Hall, off Narison Rd] and fill in the form,” Mr Kittipong explained.

The applicants for provincial representative will be examined by a five-member committee, consisting of the Governor, the Chief Justice of the Phuket Provincial Court, the President of the OrBorJor, the President of Phuket Election Commission and a representative of the Phuket Provincial Community Council.

Applicants will be whittled down to five names. These will be forwarded to the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), which will choose one.

Applications can be filed seven days a week between 8.30am and 4pm. The final deadline will be 4pm on September 2. The committee of five is expected to make its choices within two or three days of that date.

“We will not reveal the names of the five people who are chosen,” Mr Kittipong added.

As for applications for any of the other 173 seats,

Election Commissioner Kittipong Thiengkunakrit he explained, people should download the application from www.ect.go.th and send the completed document by EMS to the Office of the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) before September 2.

Would-be NRC members (apart from the provincial representatives) must choose one of 11 groups they wish to work in. These are: political,

government management, law and legal, local government, education, economy, energy, public health and environment, public relation, social affairs or “other”.

“Then the ECT will select 50 persons for each group (totaling 550) and send the list to the NCPO, which will select the final 173 people,” Mr Kittipong said.

Anyone may apply provided they were born in Thailand and are over 35 years of age.

Asked to clarify these qualifications, he said, “I have no additional detail for these conditions.

“However, the people prohibited from applying for membership of NRC according to law are people who were found guilty by the courts on charges of government fraud, taking or dealing in drugs, or organising gambling.

“So far, for Phuket, we have at least five people we think are suitable and we are waiting to see which of them will step forward. But the final decision will depend on the NCPO.”

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The car ended up buried in the far end of the clothing shop.

Baby injured as car rams clothing store A FIVE-MONTH-OLD BABY was injured on August 21 when an out-of-control Toyota car rammed into a clothing store.

The car hit a motorcycle, then crashed off the road, snapping a water pipe before crashing through the glass door of the shop, then ploughing onward through the store, stopping only when it reached the far end.

Police were told that 54-year-old Somsong Tirabatjek was overtaking a three wheeler on Yaowarat Rd when

she was hit by the car, which was coming in the opposite direction.

The car driver then lost control and crashed into the Pumpui Apple clothing shop.

Ms Somsong had facial injuries and was taken to Vachira Phuket Hospital for treatment.

The baby, suffering from head injuries, was taken to Bangkok Hospital Phuket.

The Toyota driver, who was not named, was taken for questioning by police.

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No nominee firms probe – for now THE DEPARTMENT OF Special Investigation (DSI) is not planning to launch a drive against nominees in Thai registered companies in Phuket – for now.

Pattayaone.net reported that in Pattaya, the DSI held a meeting on August 22 to discuss plans to begin a crackdown on foreign business people using Thai nominee shareholders in order to control Thai companies.

But a spokeswoman for the DSI in Phuket told The Phuket News on Saturday (August 23), “We have not received any complaints or information about [nominee shareholders] in Phuket. Though we will crack down on it as soon as we do receive information.”

“Using a Thai nominee is illegal under the Foreign Business Act of 2542, and DSI will take part in investigating cases.”

Anyone wishing to report cases should call the DSI hotline, 1202, or the Security Operations Division of the DSI at 02-142-2794.

“Officers can speak both Thai and English,” the spokeswoman said.

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health official has confirmed details of a report this week by the Chiang Mai City News that indicates a much more rigorous application of the Alcohol Control Act of 2008 is on its way soon.

Among the results will be: A ban on “cheer beer girls” – pretty girls who promote beers at events or in bars; Health warnings on all alcohol products (as reported earlier by The Phuket News); A ban on the use of used bottles of alcohol for decoration; An end to happy hours; A ban on promoting alcohol through word of mouth; A ban on alcohol-branded glasses, ashtrays, beer mats and other bar paraphernalia; and A ban on any promotion of alcohol consumption.

Those breaking the law face hefty fines or even prison sentences of up to six months.

Beer girls (or vodka girls, above) are a thing of the past.

Dr Prapa Nakara, Director of Non-communicable Diseases at the Phuket Public Health Office, whose task it is to keep an eye on alcoholrelated issues told The Phuket News on Wednesday (August

27), “We work on alcohol marketing anyway. This is not a special crackdown because this law was passed in 2008.

“When it comes to advertising in publications, on billboards or elsewhere each

case has to be considered in terms of what the motivation is.

“If the motivation is to get people to drink alcohol, we will check it out and report the case to the Governor of Phuket. The police are responsible for upholding this law.

“I have come across cases such as public announcements along the lines of “Buy one, get one free.” These are not correct. If they say “We didn’t know about that,” our response is that any alcoholrelated business owner must know.

“Of course, I don’t know about every place [on the island] where they promote alcohol openly so if you have the information and photos let us know and we will investigate.

“What happens after that will depend on the police and the courts.”

Those wanting advice on the precise rules about advertising, promotion and marketing of alcohol can get it from the Phuket Public Health Office.

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IN BRIEF BAAN LIPON

Teens arrested for homemade gun Two teenagers were arrested on August 22 at a petrol station in Baan Lipon.

Police went to the petrol station after receiving a report that four teenagers were hanging around the place acting suspiciously.

Officers arrived and confronted the youngsters.

Two of them were found to have a 12-gauge home-made handgun and a shotgun shell to fit it.

Police arrested Apirak Prapaipak, 19, and Bee (not his real name), aged 17.

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Burglars make off with B150,000+ Thieves broke into a twostorey home in Pa Khlok in broad daylight last Friday (August 22), stealing seven baht-weight of gold worth about B140,000, along with B10,000 in cash.

They also took two expensive watches and three mobile phones.

Police were called after the owner, Worrarit Sri’on, 34, the son of Forestry Chief at Bang Pae Waterfall, returned home to find his home broken into.

Police said they believe two people were involved in the burglary.

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Police catch tattoo shop robber Tourists board their speedboats after a tour to Koh Kai Nai in Phang Nga Bay

Drive to regulate tour firms starts TOUR AGENCIES AND OPerators could face a six-month suspension of business if they are found to be contravening regulations, the new head of the Southern Office of Tourism Business and Guide Registration (TBGR) has warned.

Santi Pawai – who is also head of the Phuket Office of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports – also warned that officials will check more than 1,500 tour companies in Phuket.

The checks began yesterday (August 28), after tourism business and tour guide representatives were briefed by Mr Santi’s office at a conference on Wednesday (August 27).

“The TBGR Southern Office has never before inspected tour operators in Phuket. Some

of them may be doing business they are not registered for,” Mr Santi told The Phuket News.

“If we find any office operating without a license or with an office in a different location from the one on the license, they will be shut down for six months,” he warned.

At the meeting on Wednesday a new body was launched, the Phuket Tourism Business Association (PTBA) “in order to improve the standards of tour operators in Phuket,” said Mr Santi Pawai.

“After the PTBA has been set up, it will be easy to control the standards and discuss problems, and it will be easier to coordinate with screen tour agencies who want to apply for a tourism license from us.”

Kathu police have caught the second of two burglars who broke into a tattoo shop in Patong on April 13 this year and stole cash.

The two crawled in through the roof from a neighbouring building.

One of them, Wanchana Suwankham, was caught soon afterwards.

On August 20 police finally caught up with the other, Piyanat Chupeng, 22, and took him into custody.

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Burglar breaks into developer’s office A thief broke into the offices of property developer Phanason in Kuku on August 19 and stole a laptop and other valuables before going on to raid the nearby show home.

The thief also stole an image of renowned Phuket monk Luang Por Chaem and a small brass statue from a cabinet in the show home.

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Paiboon challenges top official to name names T he president of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (OrBorJor) has challenged a senior national official to reveal details of allegations the official made on his Facebook page on Saturday (August 23).

ML Panadda Diskul, appointed secretary to the Prime Minister’s Office six days after the coup, caused uproar among local officials across the country when he posted, in Thai, “facts that everyone might not know; facts so shocking that some may not be able to believe them.”

He explained, “Some local government organisations did not pass the audit to qualify a prize for good local government organisations … That wasn’t a surprise to me, because I know that some local government organisations squander money as if it is their own money.”

He continued, “I was told the president of one OrBorJor bought first class tickets and ordered hundred of thousands of baht worth of wine.”

Worse, he said, “That person also used a close friend

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ML Panadda: ‘I know that some local government organisations squander money as if it is their own money.’ Photo Ministry of Interior as a nominee to buy a house in Europe.” He concluded.

“Whoever wants to spend their life on these luxuries should do it from the profits of private business. As local politicians, they should not destroy the reputation of Thai local government.”

But ML Pannada did not name names. This, local politicians say, tarnishes all 77 OrBorJor in the country, along

with the thousands of municipalities and sub-districts.

Phuket OrBorJor President Paiboon Upatising told The Phuket News, “I think he should say exactly who did this – not blanket all 77 provinces. He is talking about just one person but when he says it like this it makes all of us look bad.”

With a laugh, he added, “But I know it isn’t me because I don’t drink alcohol.”

Others, too, were irritated.

The Provincial Administration Organisation Council of Thailand (PAOC) issued an open letter headed, “Following the post by ML Panadda Diskul that might destroy the image of local government organisations,” and urging all local council staff to wear black in protest.

In Phuket on Monday morning, no one at the OrBorJor was wearing black – apart from Mr Paiboon himself, who often wears a black suit with his pink ties.

“I didn’t urge my staff to wear black,” Mr Paiboon said, adding, “I think [ML Panadda] is an adult and a reasonable person. He should apologise or show evidence [of his allegations] as soon as possible.”

Then he issued his challenge: “I can’t do the ice bucket challenge because of my [medical] condition, but I will donate B100,000 baht to charity if ML Panadda will reveal the name of the person he is accusing.

“Ultimately, I think an apology should be enough.

We are ready to forgive him.”

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Nongphanga with her stash.

Woman busted with load of crystal meth FOLLOWING THE ARrest on August 21 of Wiwat “Jen” Mangsuri with 136.54 grams of ya ice, Provincial Phuket Police obtained information leading them to arrest 27-year-old Nongphanga “Nu” Spiphet in Rassada district of Phuket Town last Sarurday (August 23).

Police seized from her

756.40 grams of ya ice, and two staff cards of wellknown supermarkets, in addition to drug paraphernalia that was found in her bathroom.

Nongphanga has been charged with possession of a Category 1 drug with intent to sell.

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Early bid for Miss Universe crown

Sunnanipa ‘Namphet’ Krissanasuwan, was stripped of her third place title after risqué photos of her showed up on social media.

THE FIRST MISS PHUket Universe contest has been officially launched with a function and fashion show at the Kalima Resort and Spa in Kalim.

“We are going to find a perfect woman to represent Phuket in supporting culture and promoting tourism in Thailand and other countries,” said Chanitnan Tephabutra, the pageant’s PR officer.

“Miss Phuket Universe will also represent the island in the Miss Thailand Universe contest. We’re more likely to have a winner if we prepare early,” she added.

Contestants, who must be Thai nationals, can regis-

ter for the pageant between February 6 and 12 next year at the JK Modeling and Event Office. The full list of entrants will be announced at Central Festival Phuket on February 13.

The number of entrants will be narrowed down in the second round, from March 20 to 25.

The final round and crowning of Miss Phuket Universe will take place at Central Festival Phuket on March 26.

“The total prize will be worth more than B300,000, and the winner will get a crown of real pearls designed by Prima Pearl,” she said.

Ms Chanitnan noted that stringent background checks will be carried out at an early stage in the contest. “Our committee will screen all entrants carefully in order to avoid any kind of bad behaviour or negatives emerging after the competition.”

Perhaps emphasising this point was the presence of Sunnanipa ‘Namphet’ Krissanasuwan, who placed third in the Miss Universe Thailand earlier this year.

Some may recall that Namphet was stripped of her second-runner-up title on July 21 after risqué photos of her surfaced in social media.

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losed-door negotiations on Tuesday (August 26), refereed by ViceGovernor Dr Sommai Preechasilpa, broke the deadlock over the town’s budget that has seen new Patong Mayor Chalermluk Kabsap unable to deploy funds for anything she wanted to do.

The deadlock began shortly after her election when the Patong Municipal Council, dominated by acolytes of her rival in the polls, former mayor Pian Keesin, voted against her proposed budget of B449 million.

In the negotiations at the Patong Municipality building yesterday were seven members of the council and seven members of Ms Chalermluk’s management team, plus Dr Sommai.

Mayor Chalermluk herself was not present.

There was a fair amount

V/Gov Sommai: ‘The atmosphere in the meeting wasn’t combative.’ of coming and going, with council members exiting from time to time to call “someone”.

At one stage Dr Sommai was asked to leave the room for about 30 minutes while some finer points were negotiated.

“The atmosphere in the

meeting wasn’t combative,” Dr Sommai said after the talks ended in agreement.

“Representatives from the Patong Council team and [the mayor’s] management team agreed to step back [from confrontation] for [the sake

of] living together.

“After the discussions, the B449 million was cut by B5 million, and other projects costing [nearly] B5 million were proposed,” she added.

The cuts agreed to were: Cleaning, cut from B8 million to B7 million.

Garbage transport cost, cut from B5 million to B4 million.

Budget for the traditional Patong Festival at the beginning of the high season cut from B7 million to B4 million.

It is proposed that the savings should be applied to canal dredging (up from B1 million to B2.5 million) and installation of traffic lights on Patong Hill (B4 million).

Dr Sommai said, “They agreed that this is the best way forward for Patong, and all of council will now vote in favour of the adjusted 2015 budget.”

One of the bungalows on Koh Raet that must be demolished.

Island ‘owner’ told to demolish bungalows CONSTRUCTION ON EIGHT rai of land, valued at B40 million on Koh Raet off the Ao Por Grand Marina, was ordered to stop on August 18.

The owner, Phithirath Pithipat, was ordered to remove the structures already built, for which planning permits had never been issued.

“The inspection followed a complaint of illegal construction on public land. We found three cottages already completed and one under construction,” said Panya Sampaorat of Pa Khlok Municipality.

Ms Phithirath argued that she had done nothing wrong.

“In 2008, we bought the right to occupy the eight rai of land for thousands of baht from Uncle Rat, who is an Ubon Rachathani native and who lived on this land for more than 30 years,” she explained.

“We bought this land just to make a living for our [three] families from agriculture. We have no plan to sell it,” she added. “And we thought that by using bamboo the structures could not be regarded as permanent.”

Navy Cdr Pornprom Sakultem said “As I keep saying, only government documents can prove a person’s right to occupy land. This land has no documents. The occupiers

should follow the legal process.

“If you believe this land has been occupied for a long time, you should contact the Thalang District Office. Officials can locate [aerial] photos and check how long the land has been occupied by checking the ages of trees planted on it,” he explained.

Mayor Panya agreed, but added that the Land Department “can record the right to occupy the site, but no document can be issued.

“But,” he added, “this is just the right to farm the land, not build on it or develop it.”

“At this stage, I am ordering you to stop all construction, move off the land and remove all structures in 37 days, as required by the law.”

Notices to quit were posted on the buildings and Ms Phithirath signed documents agreeing to comply with the demands.

“Although my family will not have a place to stay, I have to obey the law,” she told The Phuket News afterwards.

There was irony in the whole episode. Less than 100 metres away, separated from the site by a wall, enormous part-completed buildings, originally part of the failed Barama Bay hyper-luxury villa project looked down at the goings-on.

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Phuket beach clean-up now ‘90pc completed’ Tanyaluk Sakoot reporter2@classactmedia.co.th

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inety per cent of the clearance of the island’s beaches is now complete. The remaining 10 per cent is going through the courts.

This was one of the messages at a press conference staged on Saturday (August 23) at the Royal Thai Navy Third Fleet base on Cape Panwa.

It was a high-level meeting that included Phuket Governor Maitri Inthusut, Vice-Governor Jamroen Thippayapongtada, heads of various local councils (including Thawee Tongcham, currently facing a date with the court on charges related to taxi mafia activities in Kata-Karon), Airport Director Prateuang Sornkham, Damrongtham Centre director Prapan Kanprasang, Pol Maj Gen Paween Pongsirin (who arranged Mr Thawee’s arrest), and others.

Preparation was meticulous, with all officials required to leave phones and guns outside the room and chairs labeled with names so that everyone sat in the correct place. Gov Maitri began the proceedings with a rundown of actions and progress so far.

“The main issues are regulation of

Gen Walit: People matter, but all must be done according to the law. taxis, which will start on September 1 with conversion of all irregular taxis to meter taxis; continuing clearing of beaches, which people are happy with, and which is 90 per cent complete (the other 10 per cent is going through the courts); continuing with our drive against narcotics; decreasing the road accident rate; and reducing garbage. We are also working on other land issues.

“Anyone who has comments or opinions can give them to the Damrongtham Centre.

“Next, we will check all structures to see whether the owners have been

paying their taxes correctly.”

Asked how many people had been adversely affected by the beach clearances, he replied, “Cherng Talay, Patong, Karon and Kata are the main areas where people have been affected.

For example, in the Patong area there are 62 sun bed operators, 192 masseuses, and 92 small vendors.”

He added “We will manage things so that they have an area to work in legally, but we have to check supply and demand so that these people can make a living.” Army Lt Gen Walit Rojanaphakdee, dressed casually in

white shirt and dark trousers, told the press, “For us, people come first, but everything must be done according to the rules.

Asked when the action on land grabbing would finally see action taken against “influential” figures, the general said, “It depends on the law. If they have been breaking the law, they will get their just desserts.

“We will solve the problem of influential people making money off the backs of the ordinary man in the street.”

Referring to theft of state land, he noted, “Forests are important. Without them, there are floods when it rains and water shortages when it does not rain.”

Asked how anyone could be sure that beaches would not again be invaded after they have been cleared, he replied, “We are focusing on getting all officials to work according to the rules.

“They must be responsible in the way they perform their duty. Then we can focus on how we can get citizens to trust officials.”

Asked how many cases are expected to be tried by military courts, Gen Walit said, “Military courts will be used in some cases only. Generally the civilian court system will handle cases.”

Airport health officials ramp up Ebola watch HEALTH OFFICIALS AT Phuket International Airport (PIA) have increased their watch for incoming passengers carrying the deadly Ebola virus, focusing on passengers arriving from four Western Africa countries – Nigeria, Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia.

As of last week (beginning August 18) 2,473 cases of Ebola had been reported in those four countries with 1,350 deaths – more than half of those who contracted the disease.

“We have been told to boost surveillance of all tourists arriving in Phuket who may be carrying the virus, especially those arriving from the four countries,” Phuket Provincial Health Office (PPHO) Chief Dr Kajohnsak Kaewjarus told The Phuket News.

“A special lane has been set up for citizens of those four countries, with signs asking them to identify themselves to us before they go to immigration,” he added.

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(AoT), Immigration, airlines and PPHO officers are coordinating to get the names of passengers from those four countries entering Thailand at PIA or connecting to other flights,” Dr Kajohnsak explained.

“After they come through the special lane, a medical team from the Department of Disease Control, backed by police, will check their medical condition and record their name and address in Thailand, in order to send it to hospitals near where they are staying,” he explained.

“The hospitals or a special team will keep an eye on them – but not intruding or making them feel that they are being controlled – until they go on

to their next destination.”

To prevent Ebola coming into Phuket, officials are also coordinating with other airports in Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia that have connecting flights to Phuket.

So far, Phuket has had two tourists arriving from the four countries on the list. One was Nigerian and the other Filipino.

“Both of them have finished their trips to Phuket and have returned to their countries,” he said.

“People should not worry about an outbreak of Ebola in Phuket at this stage – it is our job to prevent that,” said Dr Kajohnsak. “Enjoy your holiday in Phuket. Leave us to worry about Ebola prevention,” he concluded.

Phra Manop sits dazed on the ground after the attack.

Monk hits colleague with a hoe A BUDDHIST MONK WAS rushed to hospital on August 22 after being attacked by another monk wielding a hoe in Wat Khanan in Thepkrasattri.

The monk, Phra Manop Youngprayoth, 55, suffered cuts to his arms and a broken left leg.

Witnesses said the attack came as Phra Manop was on his way to his kuti (room) after evening chants inside the bohd, or main temple building.

His attacker, another monk, hacked at him several times with the hoe before running off into the dark.

Police are asking more questions in order to find the cause of the attack, and the culprit. Eakkapop Thongtub

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hy does Phuket cope so poorly with heavy rainfall, given that the island is located in a part of the world with the heaviest annual precipitation in the world?

Images of Patong Police Station in particular being repeatedly flooded in recent days must have had many a visitor aghast at the apparent inability of the island to cope with its generally predictable meteorological conditions.

The reasons for this are the reasons for so many of Phuket’s other woes: greed, idleness, corruption, incompetence, and a lack of respect for existing regulations.

Buildings are constructed too close to klongs, thereby preventing them from being regularly dredged. The regulation requires structures to be at least three metres away from any klong, but it is merrily disregarded, meaning such

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waterways get clogged up and are therefore are ineffective in routing rain-waters efficiently into the sea.

Likewise the rainwater drainage system is a shambles, with much of it blocked-up with concrete and debris, but apparently without too much official concern even when built-up areas are frequently flooded.

A lot of people who should be addressing the problem are looking away, or – dare we say it – being given “incentives” to look the other way.

Even though the low “green” season sees fewer visitors, there are still considerable numbers of them. Most come from countries where a heavy three-hour downpour does not result in their streets turning into canals and car-parks into ponds because of utterly messed-up drainage systems.

Another distressing feature of this time of year is the use

of the cheap, flimsy – clearly designed for no more than two uses only – raincoats that too many are fond of.

The in-built obsolescence is shamefully wasteful, especially given that Phuket is having a hard time time disposing of all its waste, especially biodegradable plastic (some of which ends up in those storm drains...).

An Old Raincoat Won’t Ever Let You Down, as the title of the 1970 Rod Stewart album has it. The advice is as excellent as this vinyl-era recording.

Thailand’s “chuck-away culture” comes as a shock to many outsiders, but the concept of a raincoat that ends up in the bin after a couple of days needs fixing almost as much as Phuket’s drainage system.

It’s high time Phuket managed to adjust to nature’s moods rather than ignoring them and then muddling through the consequences.

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Getting around sensibly

[Re. PHUKET NEWS TV: Public Transportation Options] Fair Taxi Pricing Make Taximeters compulsory like in Bangkok and use their Rates which I find fair If taxis refuse to use taximeter, revoke their license In Patong adopt the Pattaya Tuk Tuk system (Drive around Pattaya in designated circuits, charging flat rates starting at 20 Baht for shortdistance rides.)

Concerned

Water everywhere [Re. Large water park to open in Phuket next year] And as long as you keep it clean i’m all for it too. For your information, if you charge a different price for foreigners, i will stay away.

Cassiopaia I hope this is a joke !!! What is wrong with you people!!! You can do that to the pearl of The Andaman!!!

Andaman Princess As long as there are no dolphins

forced to perform there, I’m all for it.

Joe Blasy

Hope springs eternal [Re. Phuket’s Lotus restaurant ripped down] Goodbye money politics, hello to Thailand’s beaches, so much hope .

Moggoid

Taking firm action [Re. Military use big stick to tackle land tangle at Phuket beach] So breaking the law is ok as long as you appear”very poor” and have been doing it a long time ??

LivinLOS wow, a ban on lawyers, next there will be a ban on legal advice, unless well connected.

It appears as if they are still going after the smaller fry.

Rorii

Pouring down [Re. Heavy rain brings more floods to Phuket: VIDEO] It doesn’t rain as much or as

often in Kata. The Big Buddha hill is probably an obstacle, and the wind is directed around it.

Very often we can see dark clouds passing by on both sides, but not receive a drop of rain.

Especially in the dry season.

Tinkerbell

Unfinished business [Re. Phuket beach clean-up ‘90pc complete’] No mention yet about clean up activity at Nai Harn or Ya Nui - too many sunbeds, destruction of the ‘jungle strip’ between roads and beach, and way too many ‘tourist trash’ shopping opportunities. Make a move soon before the high season starts snowbird

Reaping what you sow?

[Re. Patong looks at solutions to prevent flooding] This is all down to greed, selfishness, incompetence and corruption. I’m finding it hard to dredge up too much sympathy for them. the T word

Old soak not best pleased

[Re. Tougher use of alcohol promotion laws coming soon to Phuket] Being a farang fella of a certain age, and a fondness for a bevvy under the tropical sun, I’m not best pleased at this “news”. Blimey, I got out of Singabore – sorry, Singapore – because of this kind of mindset. At least give the “beer girls” a break: they’re easy on the eye and are gainfully employed. I’ll stop here; time for another cold one.

John Jeffrey Jones Too much bacchanalia on this island of sin, in my opinion. The Generals are now targeting the out-of-control booze culture. Good. I’m on their side.

Straight Arrow 7-11s will be booming with alcohol trade. Same as Australia. No one drinks out as much because there are too many rules. Best to just have parties at home.

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Bangkok to host anti-drug summit he Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) will host a meeting in Bangkok with Asean counterparts in the middle of next month amid new efforts to quash drug trafficking in the capital and elsewhere in Thailand.

ONCB secretary-general Permpong Chaovalit said the ONCB is inviting chiefs of anti-drug agencies in nine Asean countries to attend the meeting, where it hopes to exchange policy ideas and develop regional strategies.

“We cannot get rid of drugs on our own. We have to cooperate with our neighbouring countries,” Mr Permpong said.

The Golden Triangle at the borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar is one of Asia’s two main opium-producing areas, and the UN’s Office on Drugs and Crime names Myanmar as a major source of methamphetamine.

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The meeting will focus on new regional efforts to quash drug trafficking in the capital and elsewhere in Thailand, and thereby impact supply chains. Photo: Creativity103 Thailand from neighbouring countries is made with precursor chemicals smuggled from China and India, Mr Permpong said. Stemming the flow of these precursor chemicals will be another topic at the Asean meeting.

He added that drug traffickers have found it more difficult to smuggle drugs into Thailand now that soldiers work closely on each

side to monitor the ThaiMyanmar border.

Meanwhile, Mr Permpong said he will propose next week a plan to stamp out drug abuse in Bangkok to the head of legal affairs for the National Council for Peace an Order (NCPO), Gen Paiboon Khumchaya.

The strategy applies a US anti-drug model, called High Intensity Drug Traf-

Land blitz targets five resorts A COMBINED SECURITY force yesterday (August 26) swooped on five resorts built on land next to the Srinagarind dam in Kanchanaburi in the junta’s latest operation to clamp down on land encroachment nationwide.

The force – consisting of more than 100 soldiers, policemen and forest protection officials – was divided into five teams to mount simultaneous raids on the five properties that are valued at more than B100 million.

The first team raided ARK Resort situated on a 35-rai plot of land by the dam. Six houses sit on the property.

Krisana Montha, 31, who was found at the property and detained for questioning, told the authorities he was hired to take care of the resort for the actual owner, Alisa Chailert, who is said to live in Phuket.

The second raid occurred at Suan Pistawan Resort which is situated on a 27-rai plot of land near the dam. This resort also contained six houses.

Somphop Meechuwech, 64, a Nonthaburi native who owns the resort, said he had bought the land from a villager who once grew lime trees there.

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One of the resorts in Kanchanaburi being raided. the land since he began constructing the resort and opened it in 1997, Mr Somphop said.

He insisted he was the legal owner of the land since no one had ever told him otherwise.

A third team raided Victory Water Hill Resort on a 49-rai plot of land near the dam. This resort consisted of a number of houses and an agricultural plot.

Thanya Phuagphong, 58, who identified herself as the resort's caretaker, said the real owner was Tharathon Chaiyaphat, a Bangkok businessman.

The fourth raid took place at KPS Resort on a 12-rai piece of land. This resort had four houses. Mr Witthaya, when contacted over the

phone, said he rented the land from the Treasury Department and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand.

He claimed he had the lease documents but was unable to meet authorities yesterday because he was on a business trip. The authorities then asked him to report to them later for questioning.

The last team raided the Rai Pa Thep Resort located on a cliff overlooking the dam. This turned out to be holiday homes belonging to two locally well-known amulet traders known by the pseudonyms Phayap Khamphan and Thep Kamphaeng.

Officials said they will summon both individuals for questioning promptly.

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ficking Areas. He said the programme will integrate the work of provincial governors, ONCB officials, police, soldiers, local officials, public health officials and other law enforcement agencies operating in critical drugtrafficking hubs.

Mr Permpong said Bangkok is home to 30 per cent of the country’s narcotics problems. Bangkok Post

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Members of local administrative bodies nationwide have been banned from using state budgets to organise “study trips” – at home or overseas – to prevent misuse of taxpayers’ money.

The ban was announced on Tuesday (August 26) by the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) after it approved B8.5 billion from the 2014 budget for a total of 7,853 local administrative bodies.

NCPO spokeswoman Patamaporn Rattanadilok Na Phuket said each local body would initially receive one million baht based on the national development strategic plan.

The entire sum would be used in tasks related to building basic permanent infrastructure, quality of life improvement, jobs and skills development and tourism promotion in order to expand the local economy, Ms Patamaporn said.

But members of the local bodies would not be allowed to spend any of this funding on organising both domestic or overseas study trips.

A jailed Khon Kaen drug suspect died after a bag of methamphetamines he had swallowed in order to smuggle into prison broke.

Tanongsak Daengpanich, 19, had been admitted Monday (August 25) night to Khon Kaen Hospital with severe stomach pain, the Pacific News Service reported.

He died around 8pm.

A subsequent autopsy found he had ingested a condom stuffed with six bags of drugs containing 61 methamphetamine pills and 30 grammes of crystal meth.

The condom had broken.

Tanongsak was arrested July 2 with 13 ya ba tablets and brought from the Khon Kaen provincial prison to the courthouse for a hearing Aug 21.

It was believed Tanongsak was given the condom of drugs in his courthouse cell while awaiting trial. He was thought to have swallowed the condom to act as a “drug mule” to smuggle the narcotics into prison, but doubled over in excruciating pain once arriving there.

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PM meets army chief amid crisis Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and the country’s army chief agreed Tuesday (August 26) on the need to “expeditiously” end a political crisis triggered by protests aimed at unseating the government.

A statement from Sharif’s office said General Raheel Sharif (not related) called on the PM at his official residence in Islamabad.

Thousands of demonstrators have camped out in the Islamabad since August 15, demanding Sharif resign.

Pakistan has been ruled by the military for more than half its 67-year history and the armed forces still have strong influence.

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Activist trio jailed A Vietnamese court has jailed three activists for up to three years, a lawyer said Tuesday (August 26), after a one-day trial marked by strict security including the detention of scores of supporters.

Bui Thi Minh Hang, a high-profile anti-China activist was given a threeyear jail term by the court in the province of Dong Thap.

She was found guilty of “causing public disorder”, her lawyer told reporters.

Hang, 50, was arrested alongside the two other activists in February when they were on their way to visit a former political prisoner who lives in Dong Thap province.

New York-based Human Rights Watch has slammed the trial. Vietnam was “resorting to bogus traffic offences to criminally prosecute activists,” Phil Robertson, HRW’s deputy Asia director, said.

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Death toll from landslides hits 70 A week after huge landslides swamped Hiroshima, the confirmed death toll from the tragedy hit 70 on Wednesday (August 27), with 18 people still missing.

Few hopes remain for those unaccounted for.

More than a month’s rain fell in just three hours on the morning of August 20, triggering devastating mudslides on hillside communities in the western city.

Among those still officially listed as missing is a newly-wed couple who had been expecting their first baby. AFP

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Indonesia passes law to tap volcano power T

he Indonesian parliament on Tuesday (August 26) passed a long-awaited law to bolster the geothermal energy industry and tap the power of the vast archipelago’s scores of volcanoes.

Made up of thousands of islands stretching from the Indian to the Pacific Oceans, Indonesia is home to some 130 volcanoes and is estimated to hold around 40 per cent of the world’s geothermal potential.

However it produces only a tiny fraction of its energy by converting underground heat into electricity, and lags far behind others such as the United States and the neighbouring Philippines.

Red tape and legal uncertainty have long held back the industry and obstructed much-needed investment, but the government hopes the new law will speed up the development of the sector.

Most i mp or t a ntly, it stipulates that exploration for geothermal energy and

The Indonesian archipelago is home to over 130 volcanoes and is estimated to hold around 40 per cent of the world’s geothermal potential. Photo: Richard Bartz development of plants is no longer considered mining.

It was regarded as such previously, which meant the industry faced problems working in Indonesia’s vast tracts of protected forest, where there is much geothermal potential but mining is illegal.

The law also stipulates higher prices for electricity

produced by geothermal, following complaints from companies developing plants that tariffs were not enough to cover the high cost of production.

“Indonesia’s need for energy keeps increasing,” lawmaker Nazarudin Kiemas, who headed a parliamentary committee on the new law,

was quoted as saying on the legislature’s website.

“There is abundant potential for geothermal energy.”

Outgoing President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono must sign off on the new law, but that is expected to be a formality.

Indonesia is estimated to have more than 28,000

megawatts of geothermal potential but is currently producing just over 1,300 MW of its electricity from the clean source.

High cost has long been one of the major obstacles. A geothermal plant costs about twice as much as a coal-fired power station, and can take many more years in research and development to get online.

But once established, geothermal plants like the one in Kamojang on the island of Java can convert the endless supply of volcanic heat into electricity with much lower overheads – and less pollution – than coal.

Yudhoyono has also focused on geothermal as part of his plan for the nation to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 26 per cent from 2005 levels by 2020.

Indonesia is the world’s third-biggest greenhouse gas emitter, due its use of dirty fuels to produce electricity and to rampant deforestation.

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Legendary temple bell claimed found A TEAM OF MYANMAR divers claims to have discovered a legendary bell in the murky depths of the Yangon river – with the help of dragon spirits – in the latest twist to a 400-year-old drama that has gripped the nation.

Dozens of divers, equipped only with goggles and plastic oxygen hoses, have plunged into the fast-flowing waters in search of the long-lost Dhammazedi Bell, in a spectacle that has generated scepticism but also attracted lines of spectators along the riverbank since the search began earlier this month.

The group is the latest in a series of treasure hunters eager to try to raise the near-mythical giant bell, which is said to have sunk without trace after being stolen from Yangon’s revered Shwedagon Pagoda by a Portuguese mercenary in the 1600s.

It was reputedly loaded onto a boat which sank under the weight.

“After asking permission from all noble persons and saints, we definitively declare that we have found the Dhammazedi bell,” said lead organiser San Lin. However he has not so far provided any proof.

Divers plunged into the fast-flowing waters in search of the long-lost Dhammazedi Bell. Photo: Htoo Tay Zar The search has attracted criticism among Myanmar historians, some of whom question the very existence of the bell.

Organisers have rejected hi-tech equipment in favour of spiritual practices, performing rituals on their boat in the centre of the swollen river to appease dragon spirits said to be protecting the bell.

“It can be found if we organise and research systematically. But it cannot be found like this – following astrolo-

gers’ advice and inviting nats (spirits), dragons and galouns (mythical birds),” Chit San Win, of the Myanmar Historical Commission, told reporters.

San Lin, who says he originally saw the bell on the riverbed during a 1998 salvage attempt and has received funding from a local private bank, vowed to lift the bell from the water within days.

Fashioned mainly out of bronze, the Dhammazedi bronze bell is said to have

weighed 294 tonnes – about the same as the maximum take-off weight of a Boeing 777.

Historians believe it was donated to the Shwedagon Pagoda in 1484 by the Mon King Dhammazedi, who ruled the southern part of Myanmar at the time.

It was then believed to have been stolen from the revered temple by Portuguese merchant Filipe De Brito e Nicote – known locally as Nga Zinka – who had seized control of an area south of Yangon and wanted to melt down the bronze to make cannons.

While no definitive proof has yet been uncovered of the bell’s existence, the search operation has garnered a following of hopeful supporters.

“I came here to encourage the salvage operation and divers – I really want them to get it,” said housewife Aye Aye Mar, who had travelled for hours from her home to witness the salvage attempt.

But others are more cynical, with social media buzzing with posts mocking some local media reports that appeared to present as fact the involvement of a dragon in the salvage.

“Can I get the phone number of the dragon?” asked one of many similar posts. AFP

Taiwan tracks mainland China patrol aircraft in its airspace TAIWAN’S AIR FORCE scrambled fighter jets to track two mainland Chinese Y-8 maritime patrol aircraft which intruded into the island’s airspace, a senior air force officer said Tuesday (August 27).

One plane entered Taiwan's ADIZ (Air Defence Identification Zone) at 8:33 am Monday and another at 2:31 pm, en route to a disputed area in the South China Sea. The planes had taken off from the mainland’s southern province of Guangdong. Taiwan scrambled Mirage 2000-5s and other jets.

“We followed them closely to make sure they left our ADIZ,” Air Force Major General Hsiung Hou-chi told reporters.

Meanwhile Taiwan’s United Daily News cited an unidentified military officer as saying that Chinese aircraft had detoured in the past so as not to enter Taiwan’s ADIZ. AFP thephuketnews

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Soviet-era star vilified over defying Moscow on Ukraine Paris relives joy of ’44 liberation N on-conformist rocker Andrei Makarevich walked a thin line in Soviet times but his outspoken stance on Ukraine has seen him savagely pilloried by the Russian establishment.

Russian media and officials have rounded on Makarevich, 60, for having “supported Kiev’s anti-Russian policy” by playing a concert for refugees earlier this month in the eastern Ukrainian town of Svyatogorsk after government forces retook it from proRussian separatist militiamen following weeks of fercious fighting.

The attacks on Makarevich by state-run media reached such a fever pitch that the musician pleaded Monday (August 25) to Russian President Vladimir Putin to put a halt to them.

Makarevich, the frontman of the legendary band Mashina Vremeni (Time Machine), has spoken out against Moscow’s policy on Ukraine since February, when Russia began presenting the uprising in Kiev as being led by fascists.

The maverick Andrei Makarevich. Photo by Bogomolov.PL “I don’t remember such an orgy of propaganda and lies since the best Brezhnev years,” Makarevich wrote on his blog at the time, referring to the Soviet leader of the 1960s and 1970s under whom communist ideology was particularly rigid

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and reactionary. Makarevich knows that period well.

He formed Time Machine in 1969 with fellow Moscow students enamoured with The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.

As Soviet authorities did not approve of rock music,

homemade copies of the band’s music were passed hand-tohand by fans.

While Makarevich never openly confronted Soviet power, the lyrics of Time Machine’s songs were littered with allusions to freedom and double-meaning satirical swipes at communist society.

However Makarevich was quick to criticise the Kremlin over Ukraine and took part in an anti-war demonstration in March.

Russia annexed the Crimea from Ukraine in March and has provided moral and – Kiev and the West claim – material support to pro-Russian rebels who later seized swathes of the eastern part of the country.

Some 2,200 people have been killed in the fighting, with and 400,000 more fleeing their homes.

Russia’s state-controlled television stations went into overdrive against Makarevich over the concert he played in Ukraine.

One national TV news programme launched a nineminute tirade that said the

concert “is not simply selfexpression, it is propoganda support” for Kiev.

Another called Makarevich “one of the 13 friends of the junta” among Russian artists and lawmakers.

A deputy from the ruling United Russia party, Yevgeny Fyodorov, called for Makarevich to be stripped of his state medals, including the prestigious “People’s Artist” honour.

Another lawmaker, Dmitry Litvintsev, said that Makarevich could be kicked out of the country, as some Soviet dissidents were.

While Makarevich has remained defiant, he pleaded to Putin to put a stop to the media storm against him.

“For three weeks the flood of dirt and slander against me in the media hasn’t stopped,” he wrote in an open letter published on the website of the Moskovsky Komsomolets daily.

“Mr President, I implore you to halt this orgy tarnishing my name,” Makarevich wrote.

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PRESIDENT FRANCOIS Hollande led tributes to the French Resistance on Monday (August 25), as Paris celebrated the 70th anniversary of its joyful liberation after four long and bitter years of Nazi occupation in World War II. Soaked by a downpour on the Ile de Sein off northwestern France, Hollande hailed the bravery of the tiny island’s population, who refused to accept their country’s occupation and fled to Britain to join the fight for France’s liberation.

“A tiny parcel of land in the ocean, the Ile de Sein was in the vanguard, an example, an illustration of French patriotism,” he said.

“The message from Ile de Sein is that there is no danger, no difficulty we cannot overcome as long as the will is there, as long as people gather together,” said Hollande.

The speech kicked off a day of celebration that climaxed with Parisians marking their city’s wartime liberation. AFP

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Yet more bad news for MAS

THE BAD NEWS KEEPS COMing for Malaysia Airlines (MAS), which was recently delisted in preparation for a radical overhaul following the disappearance of MH370 in the Indian Ocean and the shooting-down of MH17 over Ukraine. A total of 537 passengers died in the two incidents.

On August 4, ETB Travel News reports, a senior member of the cabin staff on a flight to France was arrested in Paris on allegations by a passenger of inappropriate sexual behaviour.

The airline has issued a statement confirming the arrest and the allegation, adding, “As soon as we or our representatives have been granted access to meet with the employee in person, we will provide a further update on the steps being undertaken by the airline.”

And on Monday (August 25) AFP reported that an MAS flight from Kula Lumpur to Tokyo had to turn back when there were problems maintaining cabin pressure.

Malaysian Department of Civil Aviation director-general Azharuddin Abdul Rahman said, “It was not able to maintain the right pressure differential for the comfort of the passengers. It was not a major problem.”

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alaysia-based AirAsia has announced a sixfold increase in second-quarter net profit as Asia’s budget travel leader increased revenue despite what it called a “challenging” aviation environment.

Net profit was 367.2 million ringgit (B3.45 billion), up from 58.3 million ringgit in the same quarter of 2013.

AirAsia said the jump was mainly due to foreign exchange gains on borrowings.

But it said revenue also grew five percent to 1.31 billion ringgit (B12.3 billion) as passenger numbers increased slightly.

While AirAsia’s domestic rival Malaysia Airlines faces potential collapse after two disasters this year, AirAsia last month signed an agreement to buy 50 long-haul A330-900neo passenger planes from Europe’s Airbus, in a deal worth US$13.75 billion (B413 billion) at catalogue prices.

AirAsia CEO Aireen Omar attributed the second-quarter performance in part to moves to cut down on less profitable flights.

She said the airline also held firm on pricing in the face of “irrational” price competition from rivals.

AirAsia’s fat profit came mostly from foreign exchange gains on loans.

“AirAsia continues to be disciplined in an industry where irrational competition exists,” she said in a statement.

Founder Tony Fernandes said in a statement the outlook should improve in the second half of the year, predicting that competitors would move to more “realistic” pricing.

AirAsia said overall results in the quarter would have been better if not

for losses suffered by its Thai, Indonesian, and Philippine subsidiaries.

Such struggles have not halted Fernandes’ expansionist ways. The company announced last month it would re-enter the Japanese market in a tie-up with e-commerce giant Rakuten, jumping back into the country following its bitter split last year with All Nippon Airways over a budget carrier joint venture. AFP

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Inheritance tax mooted for the rich THE REVENUE DEPARTMENT wants a new tax on the rich: a 10 per cent tax on inheritances worth more than B50 million.

A well-informed source said that the proposed inheritance tax was awaiting consideration by the Council of State before it is tabled to the National Legislative Assembly for deliberation.

Revenue Department directorgeneral Prasong Poonthanet said that PM Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha had already given an instruction that the inheritance tax should not affect the poor and would not affect people’s savings, otherwise it might discourage people from saving.

He set two more criteria: the tax must be collected from the inheritance and not from the heirs; and there must be a single flat rate of 10 per cent.

Meanwhile, Kris Jinaveejarana, director of the Fiscal Economics Office, disclosed that revenue collection for the first 10 months of the fiscal year (Oct 1 to Sept 30) amounted to B1.67 trillion, representing a drop of 7.3 per cent, or B132 billion compared with the same period in the previous year.

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NokScoot takes one step closer to 2015 take-off NOK AIR AND SINGApore’s Scoot have successfully acquired Pete Air Co, which will allow the two airlines to speed up registration and operating permits for their joint venture, NokScoot.

It is understood Pete Air was acquired in June as it already had an airline operating permit from the Thai Department of Civil Aviation and this would speed up the process to get the new airline airborne early next year.

Late last week, they announced the official name change of Pete Air to NokScoot Airlines Co Ltd, along with the appointment of Piya Yodmani as the company’s CEO. Scoot Pte Ltd and Nok Airlines PCL each hold 49 per cent of the stock in NokScoot.

The remaining 2 per cent is held by Pueannammitr Co, a company established by the new airline’s management.

The tie-up could turn out to be a very significant for Thailand’s low-cost airline sector as it creates a business unit led by Thailand’s Nok Air and a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA), arguably one of

the world’s top airlines.

SIA has an extensive and profitable network that NokScoot can exploit to feed traffic to domestic destinations in Thailand via SIA’s Changi hub.

It will seriously challenge Thai Airways International (THAI) which has traditionally held the lion’s share of international traffic connecting to Thailand’s domestic destinations.

Through Nok Air, the SIA group has access to all Thailand’s domestic destinations.

The move is a double-edged sword for THAI. As a major shareholder in Nok Air, it stands to gain, but Nok Scoot will add to the competition that THAI is having a hard time battling.

Piya has held management positions at both THAI and Nok Air. He said: “The current competition in the low-cost airline market is intense, with passengers having a wide variety of choices for destinations and airlines. This is the current challenge for low-cost airlines which we keep in mind.”

Nok Air CEO Patee Sara-

sin has also been appointed as chairman of the executive committee of NokScoot.

He said: “Our hope is that NokScoot will be trusted and loved by passengers in the manner that Nok Air achieved in the past 10 years, making it now the number one premium low-cost airline of Thailand.

“The joint venture between Scoot and Nok Air will enhance our route network to make it more competitive in the market, and offer passengers more choices in the future.”

NokScoot will operate flights with a fleet of Boeing 777-200 aircraft from Bangkok’s Don Muang International Airport to medium- to longhaul destinations.

Scoot operates mediumand long-haul no-frills flights between Singapore and Sydney, the Gold Coast, Bangkok, Taipei, Tokyo, Tianjin, Shenyang, Nanjing, Qingdao, Seoul, Hong Kong and Perth.

The Nok Air tie-up will allow Scoot to offer passengers connections to 21 domestic destinations in Thailand as the first part of the joint venture.

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Absolute, Point Yamu feature high in Property Awards

Some of the winners in last year’s Thailand Property Awards

IN A POSSIBLE INDICATION OF THE SLOWdown in property development in Phuket, the island’s projects and developers feature only lightly in the short-list of entrants for the ninth annual Thailand Property Awards.

However, Absolute World Group, which has its roots in Phuket, is up for three awards, for Best Boutique Developer, Special Recognition in Corporate Social Responsibility, and Best Residential Interior Design.

Also up for three awards is Point Yamu Villas

by Como, which is in the listings for Best Hotel Architectural Design; Best Villa Development, Phuket; and Best Residential Interior Design.

Point Yamu is one of two entries from Phuket in the Best Hotel Architectural Design category, the other being the Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon Beach by Fair and Firm Co. Competing with Point Yamu in the Best Villa Development, Phuket, section is The Pavilions Estate, while giant developer Sansiri’s Baan Mai Khao competes with The View Kata Condominium for Best Condo Development in Phuket.

The awards, organised by Ensign Media, will be presented at the Conrad Bangkok Hotel on September 11.

Class Act Media is a media sponsor of the awards.

Tourism ‘to bounce Plastic debt and defaults growing back from August’ T

he economic analysis centre of the Thai Military Bank (TMB) predicts that the tourism industry should rebound and return to normal from this month onward.

In a report issued this week, TMB said the industry had hit bottom, with daily average arrivals at Suvarnabhumi Airport dropped from about 42,000 in January this year to about 20,000 in late May. By mid-August, however, the number of daily arrivals rebounded to 42,500 after the military curfew was lifted on June 13, the report said.

Campaigns being launched by the Tourism Authority of Thailand plus the waiving of visa fees for Chinese and Taiwanese tourists at B1,000 a head until October would help boost the purchasing power of these tourists, already worth about B1.2 billion a year.

The report, however, urged those responsible for boosting the country’s tourism business to encourage more Europeans, Americans and Russians to visit the kingdom because their

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average daily spending while in Thailand is as high as B70,000.

Arrivals from these countries have declined steadily.

Meanwhile, travel industry leaders, by and large, have shown they are in favour of Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha taking the role of Prime Minister.

Travel industry leaders recognise that the general has been a stabilising force since the May 22 military coup and deserves praise for tackling

mafia-style control of taxis and other services for tourists that has sullied the country’s tourism image.

Unlike elected governments that appeared to turn a blind eye, he ordered a crackdown on airport taxi services and scams that target tourists at most major resorts.

The Tourism Council of Thailand, the Association of Thai Travel Agents and the Thai Hotels Association

warned, earlier in the year, that political chaos on the streets of the Thai capital was undermining the tourism business.

Now the three major associations are more confident that recovery can be realised by the end of the year. They view the appointment of General Prayuth as an appropriate step to reshape Thailand’s political landscape and usher in an era of calm and stability.

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Economy dodges recession in Q2 THAILAND’S ECONOMY grew 0.9 per cent in the second quarter, dodging recession after the military ended months of political deadlock with a coup and promised to unshackle spending.

Between April and June the economy crept back to life with 0.9 per cent growth after shrinking 1.9 per cent in the preceding three months, the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) reported.

On a year-on-year basis, the economy grew 0.4 per cent, the NESDB said.

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gitimacy to improving the economy after months of political protests froze spending, scared off tourists and battered consumer spending.

Since seizing power on May 22, Gen Prayuth has opened the coffers – pledging to kick-start stalled investment projects, including major train and road links, and paying state debts to rice farmers to help spur agriculture.

Despite the positive momentum, Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy still looks set for a poor year.

The NESDB clipped its growth outlook for 2014, fore-

casting 1.5 to 2.0 per cent expansion, down from a previous estimate of 1.5 to 2.5 per cent.

It said the political turmoil of the first five months of 2014 would likely drag the economy to “perform below its potential” over the full year, with key auto and tourism sectors still flagging.

Visitor numbers to Thailand are down just over 12 per cent year-on-year, despite desperate efforts to reassure tourists that the “Land of Smiles” is safe.

Gen Prayuth has proposed a B2.57 trillion budget for 2015 to the army-appointed National Legislative Assembly.

He said the spending plan, which awaits the NLA’s approval, is around B50 billion more than 2014 but pledged it will be disbursed with “capability, efficiency and transparency.”

Critics of the elected former government of Yingluck Shinawatra said her government squandered money on populist policies such as a flagship rice subsidy scheme.

“Growth prospects have brightened since the military takeover,” said analysts Capital Economics. “Nonetheless, growth is unlikely to return to its trend rate any time soon.”

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THE OFFICE OF THE National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) has reported that credit card debt is growing in Thailand, as are defaults on personal loans in the second quarter of this year, because of growing unemployment in the period.

NESDB deputy secretary-general Chutinart Wongsuban said that in the second quarter employment dropped by 2.8 per cent and employment in the agricultural sector fell by 17.9 per cent due to drought.

She said, however, that unemployment was not of great concern because onethird of it involved those who had never had jobs. Despite the high unemployment rate, incomes still increased.

Household debt is more of a worry. Ms Chutinart said

that incurred household debts slowed down in accordance with economic situations but defaults rose, especially with consumer loans. The amount of credit card debt outstanding for longer than three months increased by 28.4 per cent.

She urged the government to speed up improving farm productivity; to comprehensively tackle narcotics; to reduce traffic accidents involving minibuses, to push for a law to regulate surrogacy; and to promote appropriate agerelated development among Thai children.

In the second quarter, she noted, the overall number of crimes dropped, but crimes against life, assaults and sexual crimes tended to be more violent.

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THE BIG LIST Collectables Some people collect trading cards, dolls or videogames.

That was too boring for these guys.

Belly button lint: Aussie Graham Barker has been collecting the fluff from his belly button for over 26 years and he’s not about to stop anytime soon. The bizarre naval lint collection began when the 45-year-old librarion became curious about how much fluff a person produces in their lifetimes. So he set out on a lifetimes mission to answer the question. One thing is clear: thermal wear helps produce the most lint. Barker’s entire collection weighs just 22 grams and fills three glass jars with a fourth on its way.

ABC gum: The world’s largest collection of ABC gum (already been chewed) b elo n g s t o 52-year-old American Barry Chappell. The gum has been mushed together into one giant disgusting ball which holds over 95,000 already-been-chewed Nicorette gum sticks, weighs just under 80 kg, and has a circumference of 157 cm. Chappell said he began collecting the gum while on a long flight to Europe in 2006, where he rolled the tiny piece into a ball. That was the day he turned into a non-smoking superstar.

Hair: Everyone loves celebrities, but how many people would spend their lives expanding their collection of famous locks? Meet John Reznikoff, who has done just that. The New York Times and Wall Street Journal has profiled the American for his collection of hair from people like Albert Einstein, Marilyn Monroe and Abraham Lincoln. He even paid Neil Armstrong’s barber US$3,000 for some of the astronaut’s own hair. He even has a locks from Ludwig van Beethoven and writer Edgar Allan Poe, all with significant authentification, apparently.

Super soakers: Chris Reid’s insanely fun collection of Super Soaker water funs brings out the child in anybody. The toy was first introduced to the public in 1989 and, with its pumpaction system, had quickly cornered the water gun market. He currently has just under 350 Super Soakers in his collection, 240 of which are uniquelydesigned. His first one is even signed by Super Soaker inventor Lonnie Johnson.

Hot sauce: For 18 years, Vic Clinco has been collecting jars of hot sauce and keeping them on shelves in his Phoenix, Arizona home. From floor to ceiling, Clinco’s collection holds an astounding 6,000 bottles from around the world. The rare “Blair’s 16 Million Reserve” – considered the hottest sauce on the planet – is also on the shelf, next to the most expensive bottle worth about US$900 (B28,700). Still, the most he has ever paid for a bottle is US$400 (B12,700), and sauce that he has yet to taste.

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Hitchhiking robot reaches destination chatty robot with an LED-lit smiley face sent hitchhiking across Canada this summer as part of a social experiment reached its final destination Thursday (August 21) after several thousand kilometers on the road.

HitchBot, assembled from household odds and ends by university professors Frauke Zeller and David Smith, was to reunite with its creators at an art gallery in Victoria, British Columbia having crossed more than 6,000 km.

The pair planned the trip hoping it’d provide insights into societal views of robots.

“This project turns our fear of technology on its head and asks, ‘Can robots trust humans?’” Zeller told reporters in late July when HitchBot’s trip began.

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With a head encased in a transparent cake saver, set atop a plastic beer pail wrapped in a solar panel, and swimming pool floats for limbs, the automaton was designed to be fully dependent on people.

“Our aim is to further

discussion in society about our relationship with technology and robots,” said Zeller.

HitchBot began its trip on July 27 in Canada’s Atlantic port city of Halifax, after being picked up by an elderly couple in a camper van.

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posted on Twitter showed the robot thereafter with its rubber boots and yellow latex gloves being driven westward across forests, mountains and prairies, making stops to fish and camp, attend a wedding and a native pow wow – a traditional aboriginal celebration.

Its journey, courtesy of a host of strangers, has inspired art, clothing and a knockoff made of cardboard and string – affectionately dubbed HitchBox. To celebrate the end of its odyssey, a party will be held at the Open Space gallery, which supports experimental art.

Researchers were to analyze comments posted on social media to see what they can surmise about the public’s attitudes concerning robothuman interactions. AFP

Bun in stomach, rather than oven for China panda ‘mum’ HOPES THAT TINY PANDA paws would be seen in the world’s first live-broadcast cub delivery were dashed Tuesday (August 26) when experts suggested the “mother” may have been focusing more on extra bun rations than giving birth.

The slated star of the show, giant panda Ai Hin, had last month shown signs of pregnancy at the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Centre, according to state news agency Xinhua.

A live broadcast of the event was planned, but Xinhua said her “behaviours and physiological indexes returned to normal”, citing experts saying she experienced a “phantom pregnancy”.

The breeding centre, in China’s southwestern province of Sichuan, commonly moves pandas which are thought to be pregnant into single rooms with air conditioning and around-the-clock care.

“They also receive more

Man collected nail clippings since 1978 buns, fruits and bamboo, so some clever pandas have used this to their advantage to improve their quality of life,” Wu Kongju, an expert at the base told Xinhua.

Phantom pregnancy is said to be common among the endangered animals, and many bears continue to display pregnant behaviour after noticing the difference in treatment they receive, Xinhua said.

Six-year-old Ai Hin experienced reduced appetite, less mobility and a surge in hormones when her “pregnancy” was first detected,

the news agency said, before further observations concluded it was fake.

The giant panda’s natural habitat is in the mountainous southwest of China. But the bears have a notoriously low reproductive rate and are under pressure from factors such as habitat loss.

China has about 1,600 pandas living in the wild and another 300 held in captivity.

“Only 24 percent of females in captivity give birth, posing a serious threat to the survival of the species,” Xinhua said. AFP

Inside fireworks, literally – Simply put, this could go down as a historic occasion for fireworks and humans. YouTube celebrity Colin Furze fashioned his own homemade metal suit and tested how safe it was by becoming part of a fireworks display. In a YouTube video (titled: FIREWORK SAFETY SUIT-Stand INSIDE a fireworks display), Furze is seen inside the suit with dozens of fireworks tied to the outside of the contraption. He survived, though the video still has under 500,000 views.

RICHARD GIBSON ONLY has a few more months of nail clippings left to fill his beloved jar.

Since February 1978, the 58-year-old oil investor has collected every single finger and toe clipping he has ever cut off inside a jar. After 36 years, the jar is 99 per cent full.

“I don’t know what I’ll do,” he told The Huffington Post, “I’ll probably put them into something else. I’ve got enough room for several more months worth of nails.”

The Louisiana-native began the collection out of curiosity and started with a box.

“I started doing it again and again and then decided to see how long it would take to fill the box,” he said, adding it took two years to fill the box, adding that his ex-wife used to hide the jar from visitors.

Still, his collection has gotten him inside the newest “Ripley’s Believe It Or Not!” Book, titled Reality Shock! set to be released on September 9.

“I haven’t told [my exwife],” Gibson said. “I’m waiting until I can show her the book. She’s always been annoyed by them.” thephuketnews

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Marley received a state funeral in the Jamaican capital in 1981, one that combined elements of both Ethiopian Orthodoxy and Rastafari tradition.

Bob Marley: voice of the voiceless across the Developing World, and hero of social justice.

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n the evidence of the countless number of Reggae bars featuring large portraits of Bob Marley, on Phuket and dotted around Thailand’s tourism hotspots, the totally unacquainted with the late singersongwriter might assume he was Thai. As almost all of us know, he was Jamaican, and, moreover, the first truly global star to have emerged from the Developing World.

Although his songs have endured, the Bob Marley Story has faded somewhat. Time to revisit this extraordinary narrative.

When he came into this world in 1945 (and while Jamaica was still a British colony), the infant Marley was named Nesta Robert Marley. However, later in life, Marley reversed his middle and first names after hearing someone comment that Nesta could be viewed as a girl’s name.

Growing up in the Jamaican capital of Kingston, Marley was locally dubbed “White Boy” because his mixed-raced origins that were clearly evident in the overwhelmingly dark-skinned community.

Marley left school early to become an apprentice welder. After sustaining a workrelated injury however, the youngster turned to a career in music. And so capricious fate delivered to the world one of the most iconic and justly venerated musicians ever. And a pioneer who put reggae on the global map.

Among his many other accomplishments, Marley established the mighty record label Tuff Gong, named after the nick-name he gave himself to replace “White Boy”. More-

over, today, Tuff Gong is the umbrella name for many other businesses related to the Marley family, and the singer’s cultural and commercial legacy.

Although of humble origins, through his artistic successes Marley suddenly found himself a wealthy man. However, the well-todo Marley remained a man of principle and grace, and he was extremely generous with his earnings, gifting considerable sums to various charities and the poor in his homeland, as well as friends and family.

His passion for football was almost as strong as his love of music, but it was on a friendly knock-around soccer-pitch that led

to Marley learning of the cancer that would eventually kill him.

After a minor injury sustained playing football, doctors discovered a malignant growth in one of Marley’s toes. They recommended amputation, but Marley refused on the grounds of his Rastafarian faith. Subsequently the tumour spread.

Cancer ultimately brought down this gifted man, gracious soul, voice of the voiceless across the Developing World, and global icon of peace and social justice – not to mention, creator of gorgeous, sun-kissed melodies that have enthralled millions.

Internationally touring even close to death, Marley wanted to end his days in his homeland, but didn’t make it, succumbing to his fatal illness in Miami, on May 11, 1981, at the age of 36. Nevertheless Jamaica did become his final resting place Marley received a state funeral in Kingston, one that combined elements of Ethiopian Orthodoxy and Rastafari tradition.

The great man was then buried with three items close to his heart, his Gibson Les Paul guitar, a soccer ball, and a bud of his favourite herb.

Though cruelly taken from us too early, he lives on – not only through his music but also because of his well-known upbeat take on life.

Outside Jamaica his spirit endures perhaps nowhere more than in Thailand, another tropical nation that has adopted him as a symbol of all that is good in the brotherhood of man. And that digs the infectious charm and laconic grooves of his timeless music, like so many others.

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Taking the brand new BMW X5 out for a Phuket road test

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The X5 is lighter, quicker, more powerful, economical and spacious than its predecessors. Much of this has been achieved by the greater use of highstrength steel and aluminium in the chassis and body.

The CBU xDrive30d X5 SAV (say that 10 times fast) sells in Phuket for about B6 million, competively priced and featuring the best and latest in power, build and luxury.

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he 2014 BMW X5 has landed in Phuket.

The X5 is a midsize luxury SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle), though BMW brand the X5 as a Sport Activity Vehicle (SAV) to emphasize its on-road ability despite its large size.

With three models (all diesel) available through Barcelona Motor in Phuket, we had the pleasure to test-drive the xDrive30d, which boasts a 3.0-litre, six-cylinder common-rail diesel engine churning-out 254 hp; enough to go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.9 seconds, 0.7 seconds faster than the previous X5.

First introduced in 1999, the X5 was BMW’s first 4x4 and proved to be a game changer, paving the way for other luxury car makers to release crossover vehicles onto the market.

Now in its third generation, the X5 is lighter, quicker, more powerful, economical and spacious than its predecessors. Much of this has been achieved by the greater use of high-strength steel and aluminium in the chassis and body and even magnesium behind the dashboard.

The X5 is designed for comfortable family travel and upon entering the vehicle you find the standard leather upholstery is immaculate. Both the front seats are power adjustable and offer dual-zone climate control.

There is ample headroom all-round and, for those of you with larger families, a third row of seats is among an extensive list of optional extras.

Standard on all X5 models is the iDrive infotainment system, which is an absolute joy to use and is arguably the best all-round in-car system on the market today. The interface is intuitive, the controls simple and well-positioned giving you finger-tip access to a remarkable suite of features and functions.

Switching to the satellite navigation system, the huge 10.25-inch screen mounted on the dashboard displays with impressive clarity the familiar map of Phuket Island and accurately follows every twist and turn of our journey.

Heading up the highway off of Phuket, a painless bluetooth sync with my phone and I was browsing my contacts with the multifunction touch-sensitive stylus and making a handsfree call back to office.

Back to concentrating on the road and just in time as the skies darkened and the heavens opened. There was no need for concern though, as the sunlight faded, the headlights turned-on and as the rain started to fall, the oscillation of the wipers adjusted to the strength of the downpour, without any input from the driver.

The three different driving modes help morph the X5 from a comfy highway cruiser (Comfort) to an impressive performance sedan (Sport) to a fairly economical large town car (Economy), all at the flick of a switch. This can be mostly attributed to BMW’s highly acclaimed 8-speed automatic gearbox which quickly shifts and seamlessly extracts the best performance from the engine.

Off-road, the hill-descent control does exactly what it’s meant to do and the LCD screen displays the real time roll, pitch and yaw of the vehicle. For those who venture too far down that sandy road to the beach, the X5’s ability to transfer up to 100 per cent of available torque to an individual wheel should help you get out of sticky situations.

The new 2014 BMW X5 outperforms

and is more fuel efficient than its rivals, namely the Porsche Cayenne and Range Rover Sport, and in Thailand you will find it is cheaper as well.

Though using the word “cheap” may be somewhat contentious due to the heavy import duties and taxes applied to foreign cars.

The xDrive30d we test drove is priced at B5,999,999 CBU (Completely Built-Up) – meaning it’s imported as a complete vehicle – and is available now.

The other models available here are the sDrive25d and the xDrive30d M Sport.

Reservations for these can be made now with delivery later this year and prices from B4,599,000 to B6,599,000.

Contact Barcelona Motor in Phuket Town on 076 236 688 for more details.

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Eco leaders converge on dolphin captivity issue

coordinating meeting was held on August 20 to bring together local, national and regional groups campaigning against Phuket’s planned “dolphinarium” which is set to open later this year, near the Phuket Zoo on Soi Palai in

Chalong.

Held at the JW Marriot resort in Mai Khao, Wednesday’s (August 20) meeting followed two film screenings of The Cove (2009) at Central Festival Phuket and Prince of Songkla University (PSU), on August 14. The documentary highlights the barbarism of the killing and selling of dolphins to satisfy the fish market and stock the various dolphin shows around the world.

Chairing the meeting were several local and regional key players, including local environmental organization SEEK representatives Nick Anthony and Sean Panton, who is also the CSR Director at JW Marriot, as well as Dr Chantinee Boonchai, environmental lecturer at PSU Phuket; with guest Nancy Gibson, CEO of the Love Wildlife Foundation (Bangkok) and other local leaders, media, activists and business reps also in attendance.

As a preamble, local eco businessman and activist, John Gray of John

Gray’s Sea Canoe presented a video of a successful model dolphin tourism project in the Filipino city of Puerto Princesa. Established by Mr Edward Hagedorn, the project allows dolphins to stay in their natural habitat and encourages low cost, sustainable tourism with the support of local fisherman who are supplied with mobile phones.

This initiative set the scene for a potential long term strategy for the ecotourism market, which stresses the importance of nature and has likely economic benefits; a plan that could prove to be a model solution for Phuket.

Mr Gray, a respected and pioneering eco-tourism operator and campaigner in the greater Phang Nga Bay area as well as Vietnam, challenged the notion that the new dolphin show will be within “legal bounds”.

“I see a lot of chinks in the armor.

Water quality – where are they getting their water from? It’s two kilometres from the sea, and a very small tank inside, I have my doubts and see a lot of problems that they [the operators] will need to address, especially in the market,” he said.

Sean Panton agreed with Mr Gray’s assessment on the issue.

“If this [dolphinarium] goes through, it’s going to Phuket back 20 years. Over

the years a lot of hard work has gone into establishing our reputation for marine tourism. We’ve had our challenges, but the Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation is a good example [for marine conservation initiatives in Phuket].

“We’ve been working for 13 years to protect and raise awareness of turtles along with the Phuket Marine Biology Centre’s Endangered Species Unit. And as dolphins are an endangered species in Thailand, it baffles me how an outside company can come in and run a [tourism and entertainment] facility

with endangered species.”

Nancy Gibson echoed Sean’s sentiments: “I think it is a horrrible thing. It [dolphins in captivity] is not something we need in Thailand. It’s something we’ve fought against for several years now.

“I’m surprised we’re even having to face such a project popping up in the middle of a major tourist destination that is supposed to be ‘eco friendly’.

Asked what approach Phuket should take to address tourists who might come to Phuket to participate in shows

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that depend on animal captivity, Nancy was stern.

“To be honest, I don’t think tourists are coming to Phuket for this... just to watch dolphins jump through hoops or wear silly hats. They’re not getting any educational experience out of it. There are wild dolphins here in Thailand, and they [tourists] can see them in the wild.

It’s a much more wonderful experience to see dolphins in the wild.”

Within the broader context of community economic well-being and sustainability, the meeting focused solely on the impending possibility and likelihood of the show opening.

The group was informed about the suspected foreign investor, who is believed to already be involved in a similar show in Pattaya and saw this as a commercial response to the emerging Eastern European and Chinese tourism markets in Phuket. The group is steadfast in its belief that this facility will damage the local fishing industry, the image of the island and local tourism.

The group is well aware of the popularity of dolphin shows (shades of Flipper) particularly amongst the youth, but argues that the opposite is required in education (love of nature), not the restriction of a creature to a tank in which they have to live and perform.

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Septemper 1 is ‘Dolphin Day’ and 6am is also the start of the Taiji hunting season. Sadly the following “slaughter quota” has been announced, with fishermen of Taiji having been allocated the following 1,938 cetaceans for 2014/2015 hunting season: •134 Pacific white-sided dolphins; •450 Striped dolphins; •509 Bottlenose dolphins; •400 Pantropical spotted dolphins; •261 Risso’s dolphin; •114 Short-finned pilot whales; •70 False killer whales.

What’s not slaughtered in cold blood, inside/outside the above quota, will be captured and shipped to dolphin shows around the world, possibly to Phuket’s planned attraction.

The group was informed that animal welfare legislation is under review in Thailand and that it is the Department of Fisheries’ responsibility to ensure compliance of premises standards and make sure the source of any dolphin purchase is within legal bounds. The group is also aware that no public scrutiny can take place as a security fence has been placed around the site.

The group outlined the current mobilization of opposition, including a petition signed by 250 PSU students to the Governor, the support of the International Union for the Conservation of

MEETINGS MINUTES (IN SHORT)

IN PHUKET 1. Newspaper clips, TV – sustained media campaign 2. PSU education campaign, letter to the governor 3. The Cove screenings (SEEK) IN BANGKOK 1. Wildlife foundation dialogue with Department of Fisheries about permit status 2. DoF is in charge of the process: Three steps 1) paper work permit to be a zoo or operate wildlife show 2) committee to check the facilities about standards 3) Obtaining the animals. Engage CITES to establish where the animals will come from?).

3. Animal Bill has been lodged to NCPO but a lot of things have been taken out.

4. Campaign on Change.org by Sea Sheppard gain more than 13,000 names, need to contact the person who set it up

FACTS 1. The facilities are mostly completed 2. Tuna companies sign up to be a dolphin safe island so having a dolphinarium will be bad for the Tuna industry, they are preparing to do a letter to DOF 3. Zoo, there is no regulation, it’s very broad. DNP is usually the one that deals with zoos.

4. Animal welfare not covered in existing law, there are no animal rights.

5. NGO can nominate a person to be in a committee,

Thai AGA 6. IUCN is willing to support Love Wildlife if needed 7. NGOs have MoUs with the government

WHAT NEXT? 1. Need social media campaign against the captivity of dolphins (other animals too) 2. Need to increase awareness among tourists and stunt demand.

3. Survey community, tourists to show opinions of the people 4. Get into schools to show The Cove and get signatures to gather numbers 5. Get this message to powerful audiences: Navy, TAT, Governor, Area 15, DMCR, Marine 5, NCPO, Local head of the military, Phuket Customs, Phuket Tourist Association, Diving Community, Airlines, Turtle Foundation, Retail operators like Tesco, Shark Guardians, DNP, Elephant, Flight Center to understand that dolphinarium is bad for Phuket tourism and for the community.

6. Need to play the card of : -Damage to the community, fishery industry -Damage the image of the island and to tourism -Damage to local benefits to tourism industry for the locals -Offer alternatives such as dolphin tours in the wild -Goes against sustainable tourism 7. Get names from Sea Sheppard from campaign on Chang.org 8. We need everyone who is against the dolphinarium to write a letter stating their standpoints to send to Nancy.

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Nature (IUCN), the 13,000 names on a Campaign for Change organized by Sea Sheppard in addition to the many letters of support from school, community groups and businesses.

The meeting concluded with a plan to conduct a strong public campaign, engage students, businesses and local media. Attendees were unified in their commitment to building a strong eco-tourism industry in the interest of a sustainable Phuket that is internationally recognised for both quality of tourism delivery and a commitment to international best practice.

Attending the meeting as an independent was Dr Peter Harris of the Asia Pacific Environment Network, who provided inspirational insight.

“The debate regarding the opening of a dolphinarium is more than just a debate on making tourist dollars out of a popular captive creature zoo. It is a discussion on the future of the island itself. There is no doubt that the community needs to expand its economic base

and recent market trends have shown growth from Eastern Europe and Asia.

“This is a debate about whether this island can be sustainable, compassionate and caring and a beacon to the world. The island is endowed with much beauty, charming people and a cultural way of life. The envy of man. The island can be a center that is known for the way in which it supports the land and the sea and all the creatures in it. That is very attractive indeed,” he said.

As for the next step, activists will be quite busy in the coming months as the paperwork to the new attraction is processed in preparation for the import of the dolphins.

And as for what we residents and tourists in Phuket can do to make a difference, John Gray offers the most obvious and practical solution for those who truly understand the plight of dolphins and the underlying agenda of the multi-billion dollar trade: “Total boycott … [should it open], nobody should go there,” he concluded.

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‘Guaranteed’ results with 8-week regime You may have heard the saying that abs are made in the kitchen, which is true – you can lose fat without even having to pick up a single weight or run a single step.

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o you need to get in shape?

Phuket’s Thanyapura can help you get a fitter, healthier, sexier body in just eight weeks.

The right combination of cardio training and strength-building exercises is the key to burning fat and turning it into muscle. Thanyapura guarantees to whittle away your waist with its new eight week Fat Burn and Body Transformation fitness programs commencing September 15.

Any successful fat loss program is going to take you out of your comfort zone, both in the gym and in the kitchen. Effective fat loss workouts can be energy depleting and physically and mentally taxing, so it’s imperative to follow a nutritional plan that’s filled with healthy, real foods (no processed, fast foods).

To maximally reduce your body fat percentage, you’re going to have to start in the kitchen. You may have heard the saying that abs are made in the kitchen, which is true – you can lose fat without even having to pick up a single weight or run a single step. But in order to build muscle, increase muscular strength and cardiovascular fitness, you’re going to have to hit the gym. So, to stimulate as much fat loss as possible, the Thanyapura programs consist of three full body workouts per week with three days of cardio homework and one day off.

Participants will train with the same trainer three days per week in a class of up to 12 like-minded people for the entire eight weeks and enjoy a supportive community atmosphere. Participants will be given dietary guidelines and be required to keep a food diary. The key to success is lifestyle education regarding food choices and exercise balance so the desired results can be achieved.

During Week One, participants will have a body fat/weight test with measurements of critical areas recorded. Diet guidelines and

After Before food diary will be explained. “Before” photos will be taken and most importantly, participants will officially confirm their “Agreement” (commitment) to follow the eight-week plan on paper and on video.

Thanyapura are running a competition on social media to find an overweight man or woman to use as a “poster child” for the Fat Burn Program. Entrants are required to explain why they’re the perfect candidate to win a Fat Burn program in less than 50 words and email: Chris.Weeks@Thanyapura. com by September 10, for a chance to win.

The Fat Burn and Body Transformation programmes are priced at B25,500 (B455 per day) and Thanyapura Club members receive 30 per cent discount. The price includes three group training sessions per week, diet guidelines, trainer contact/support, weigh in and body composition analysis and guaranteed results.

If a customer follows all guidelines completely and does not achieve results after the completion of the eight week program, they will be offered to train one-on-one with a trainer until they start to achieve results.

Follow the plan and we guarantee results!

To register, and for more information, contact: Chris.Weeks@thanyapura.com

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Two-month course with yoga masters

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hailand’s role as a centre of health and wellness will be further strengthened when one of the world’s well-known practitioners of Hatha Yoga gives an intensive two-month course to instructors and trainers in Khao Lak later this year.

The Sentido Graceland Khao Lak Resort and Spa will host the course by Indian yoga master, Bikram Choudury between September 14 to November 16. Applications are now open for the course, which is expected to attract about 400 participants from around the world.

The Bikram Yoga Teacher Training Course is described as an “exciting, hard-working, intensive, effective, amusing and glamorous” programme. Participants spend nine weeks immersed in the study of Bikram Yoga with Masters Bikram and Rajashree Choudhury and their staff of senior teachers.

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cate of completion, will introduce participants to the basic knowledge needed to begin teaching this powerful, healing yoga. It covers asanas, anatomy, therapeutic applications and health benefits, nutrition, philosophy of Yoga and the Bikram Yoga dialogue.

Through dedicated practice and study of the 26 postures, participants will expand their knowledge

of the Bikram Method and prepare themselves to teach it.

Master Bikram Choudhury has held such training courses in the United States, Japan, Australia and many other parts of the world.

He counts among his students many famous personalities, from countries’ presidents to Hollywood actors.

“In addition to studying yoga, participants also will have a chance to visit attractions in Phang Nga province and other surrounding provinces the south.

The very fact that this course is being held in Thailand is a clear sign trust that Thailand is peaceful, safe and ready to welcome visitors,” remarked TAT Governor Thawatchai Aryunik.

The Sentido Graceland Khao Lak Resort and Spa is located on Bangsak Beach in Khao Lak, in the province of Phang Nga, 90 kilometres north of Phuket International Airport.

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Indulgence with heft Tim Newton editor@classactmedia.co.th

It landed on the table with all the subtlety of the Terminator entering a poodleclippery.

Located just outside the entrance to Laguna in Cherng Talay, Fat Boy’s Grill has a huge menu with Western, Thai and Fusion selections, served in generous portions at generous prices.

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f most Thai food can be likened to an art-house film with subtle characterization, Fat Boy Grill’s fare is more like one of the Expendables action movies, with well-loved flavours leaping off the plate in full Dolby surround sound.

Turning towards Laguna at the Cherng Talay police station, Fat Boy Grill is just 50 metres along on the right, and in some good culinary company.

The first appearance is of a Mediterranean trattoria with the red gingham tablecloths and rustic, open interior. You have three options – the entry area opens to the street, there is a smaller air-conditioned section and then the larger seating area where patrons are kept cool with ceiling fans.

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The menu is huge and covers a number of international cuisines and pricepoints that aren’t scary. The island has enough high-end restaurants that take themselves very seriously indeed. Fat Boy Grill is exactly what it seems – great, familiar food that will satisfy the hungry and the food-snobs alike.

We had a fixed three-course meal starting with Fat Boy’s Tiger Prawn Tartare. I have to admit, it didn’t quite look as appetising as it tasted; a roulade of fresh tiger prawns, avocado and capers. But there was a wow-factor in every mouthful. Served with a sidesalad and croutons, this really set the scene. Then again, we needed something snazzy to get us ready for what was to follow.

It landed on the table with all the subtlety of the Terminator entering a poodle-clippery. On the menu it’s listed as ‘Big BBQ Rib-Rack’. And it was. In reality it is a brutal assault on all your senses. Was this all for us? Yep! The Fat Boy Grill staff also have a certificate they happily issue to anyone who can clean the ribs off their plate all by themselves – you’d want to be very hungry.

I dare you. But it smelt amazing as well, our host explaining that the marinade had a “secret ingredient”. Maybe it was rocket fuel … it had a hint of spice

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and complimented the ribs perfectly.

The servings of finely-chopped sauté potatoes and the side dish of garlic potato topped off a protein and carbo loading to satiate any appetite. There’s a selection of special sauces for your ribs; we chose the blue cheese. It could have fed four, the two of us were shamed into leaving a few ribs untouched.

But wait, there’s more. If someone on another table had sampled the dessert before us, I know I would have seen that look on their face. In a Harry Met Sally moment, I would have whispered to the waiter, “I’ll have what she’s having.”

The Chocolate Lust Cake was exquisitely decadent. If the hundreds-and-thousands decoration was a bit overly “cute”, it certainly made up with a full-frontal chocolate assault, with ice-cream.

The menu is as varied as it is clever and inclusive. Pastas, lots of meat dishes, enduring favourites and some clever Thai fusion. The signature dish is Spaghetti Tom Yum Gung and there’s also Spicy Andaman Seafood Spaghetti.

There’s also a straight-up Thai menu with all the best-known local dishes.

As they say at the Fat Boy Grill, “Come hungry, leave happy.” We did. www.fatboysgrill.net

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Brownie-on-a-stick: melts in your mouth Tanyaluk Sakoot reporter2@classactmedia.co.th

I was enjoying some brownies with friends, then, I felt I wanted to have ice cream too.

Pimyada Tiensripjamarn got inspired to create the ‘iGallery’ brownies from a Bangkok chef and ice cream.

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ungry? How about a cute, creative brownie on stick that looks like chocolate ice cream. Though, it won’t melt on the stick, it’ll still melt in your mouth – these local, home-made desserts are offered with several flavours and toppings, including white chocolate with almond, dark chocolate with strawberry and others.

The Phuket News staff got the opportunity to sample some of them recently, and not a crumb remained.

Pimyada Tiensripojamarn, creator of the new “iGallery” brownies-on-a-stick, said baking is one of her favourite hobbies.

Having learned much of what she knows from famous chef “Yingsak” in Bangkok, Pimyada has gained enough skills and confidence to transform a hobby into a part-time job.

During the day, she works a marketing job with Kasikorn Bank, but after work she devotes most of her free time to her cute and scrumptious little desserts.

“I got inspired to to do iGallery about two months ago.

“I was enjoying some brownies with friends, then, I felt I wanted to have ice cream too. So I bought and shared the ice cream with my friends whilst also eating brownies. Then, I got the idea to make brownies-on-a-stick, just like ice cream.”

In addition to the above flavours, she also makes a killer brownie with white chocolate and almond topping, which she anticipates will be popular among Phuketians.

It’s not only brownie sticks she does, but birthday cakes too.

For now, she continues to experiment with new recipes, hoping to find many more winners.

“My latest batch are brownies with raisins. It’s mouth-watering, and I hope others will like it too.” While Pimyada doesn’t have her own shop yet.

You can order via her FaceBook page: facebook.com/iGallerymay or call: 088-7610713

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Phang Nga’s World Academy Executive, educator Philipp Graf von Hardenberg talks about his philosophy and visions to make the region a learning destination Steven Layne editor3@classactmedia.co.th

Especially in this part of the world, a good education is essential for the people to be able to break out of the cycle of poverty.

Located in the lush hills just outside the sleepy district centre of Kapong in Phang Nga, Yaowawit is a boarding school, life skills education and professional development centre.

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hen the waves of the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami finally subsided on that fateful, unforgettable Sunday, a different kind of wave soon followed course.

Pouring onto the battered and evervulnerable shores of Aceh, Sri Lanka, India, and especially right here in Thailand, this wave – one of love and humanity – brought with it millions in volunteer hours, and billions in charitable donations for disaster relief assistance and aid to reinforce and rebuild affected communities throughout the Asian subcontinent.

Nearly a decade on, many of those foundations and organizations have since faded, if not failed. One of the more successful initiatives, that continues to bear fruit today, is Yaowawit School, a unique boarding-school in Phang Nga that was built for not only tsunami-affected students, but for extreme poverty-stricken youth from throughout Southern Thailand.

Nestled in the lush hills just outside of the sleepy Kapong district center, about half-an-hour’s drive inland from Ta Kua Pa, Yaowawit is much more than a school – it’s a life-skills learning centre, eco farm and hospitality training centre, and not to mention as an educational and professional development centre in the making.

And it’s a self-sustainable community model complete with its own deep-well water pump and filtration system with sufficient, clean water flowing year round, on top of boasting its own 300 kilowatt solar farm that drastically reduces its dependence on unstable grid energy. Built through the Children’s World Academy

Foundation, the centre is the initiative and vision of renowned German hotelier, educator and philanthropist, Philipp Graf von Hardenberg.

Philipp, who was recently appointed as President and CEO of Phuket’s Thanyapura, invited The Phuket News to visit Yaowawit. The boarding school itself houses and feeds some 120 students, aged 4-17 and some of the region’s “poorest of the poor”. In addition to receiving a worldly Thai, English and German founded education, the youth and parent residents also actively participate in the operation of the on-site “Lodge” hotel and hospitality training centre, and tend to the eco-farm complete with herbs, produce, poultry as well as palm oil and lemmongrass plantations. Here, the Phuket News sat down with Philipp for a heart to heart to learn about the school and his philosophy and vision.

What does Yaowawit mean?

When we started all this, under the Children’s World Academy Foundations (one registered in Germany the other in Phang Nga) HRH Princess Sirindhon was involved from the early stages. She had visited the site with me and I asked her to help us to find a Thai name. Two days later, she sent me an SMS, saying the school should be called “Yaowawit”, the meaning of which reflects the name of the foundation “Children World’s Academy”. We’re very grateful to Her Royal Highness for gifting us the name.

How much was the initial investment – what are your operation expenses?

Yaowawit has been an ongoing process, I like to see it as an education movement, not a static project. We started with five buildings and added more and more as we could afford and per our needs. Now we have more than 20 buildings and for all the building and furnishing, we spent about 2.5 million Euros so far (about 100 million baht).

The annual running costs are about 300,000 Euros for 120 children.

The reason why it’s so high is because we are running a school, a boarding

house for all the children, an agriculture and a hospitality learning centre, we are still in the process of building up all our education and social business programs.

For example, just this year, we invested about 25,000 Euros into the farm – mostly for the ditches, check dams and irrigation. Then because of the hotel, we invested a lot more money than you would in a normal school. For the school itself, the construction cost was about 5 per cent more than it would be to build any normal government Thai school. We know this because after the tsunami, many government schools had to be rebuilt and were partly built using international donations – some of the same benefactors contributed to our project, so we could compare the cost – which every baht/penny needs to be accounted for. Still, even for only being 5 per cent more than ordinary Thai schools, we are building with a boarding and living space for many kids, and not to mention a theatre too.

As a private school, we have received some assistance from the government for the past six years, but it’s not enough to even cover a third of our teachers’ salaries. Governments don’t like to support private schools – it’s like this in most of the world. Even though private schools save the government by taking kids out of the state school system, they don’t return what they had saved. Most of the money to run Yaowawit, therefore, comes via CWA foundations, from sponsors and our partners.

Now coming onto 10 years since the tsunami. Most projects started after the tsunami are now dead ... gone. The reason why is those projects could not sustain due to expenses. People tend to donate for hard costs – stones, construction materials, wood, furniture,and so forth, but not so much for soft costs. But it is these soft costs, these ongoing costs which keep a place going. What keeps a school going is managers, teachers, the food, medical and school equipment.

That said, we encourage people and companies to donate directly to the school, if not just for helping us, the children and society, but that charitable thephuketnews

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donations are tax deductible by as much as 200 per cent.. We have various sponsorship programmes, starting with child sponsorships ... This is popular type of sponsorship world wide. On a regular basis, you get pictures, letters, and here sponsors can even visit their child.

The enterprises – farm and hotel – will also help to help sustain the ongoing costs.

How has your hotel and business background transferred over to education?

I’ve been a business manager and entrepreneur all my life. I started working with schools and boarding schools about 15 years ago, initially in Germany, serving on the advisory boards of several German schools.

What I learned very fast was, that with any kind of operation in which you offer services, you have to run it like a business. If you don’t run it like a business, you’re bound to make the same mistakes that many organizations do, that is run it to the point in which it cannot sustain itself, stand on its own two feet. Many small foundations and NGOs that started here after the tsunami made this mistake and they no longer exist as a result.

I apply my entire knowledge of how to run a business into the schools, whether PIA (at Thanyapura) or here at Yaowawit.

So what we do is we have to have a very straightforward and clear business planning, and we have to have a very clear and structured human resources programme. Teachers and all other employees of a school need to understand exactly what you expect. Otherwise, you’ll have many one-man shows, which is not complimentary to achieving the overall school goals and mission. I never get involved in the day to day teaching, in what teachers do in the classrooms, but as a member of the executive team we talk about everything around it – the mission, the practice of teaching and learning, how to operate and manage a school, how to communicate with your school community, scholarships, and so forth.

And then comes sales and marketing, a very important part because what good is it if you have all the best teachers with an empty school? In PIA, our marketing is coming along quite well, we’ve enrolled more than 90 new students in the past three months, mainly because we’ve changed our strategies a little bit. My experiences in the past have taught me, a school is like a business, our business is educational services, and everything around it, school edu-

cation, lifeskills education and so forth.

And now we have to work with all of our associates and partners on how best to implement all these ideas, which can sometimes be difficult. A school is a little bit like a restaurant in that everyone thinks they can run a restaurant.

We’ve all served guests at home, cooked for them, served them wine or beer, and so we think we can run a restaurant because it’s similar, but that’s why many restaurants go broke. Similarly with education, some parents think they understand something about education and teaching because they were in school themselves and they look after kids at home. So some parents think that being a teacher is easy. But it’s not so easy because you have so many kids to care for, and it’s easy for parents to forget how difficult it is to take care of just two or three of their own children. All people are different and have their individual needs and preferences, all 20 children in a classroom too.

So it’s a process, like in any other business, of convincing your key customers to be proud of the product you are offering ... Listening to them, but not necessarily giving in to all of their whims, because you can’t please everyone all the time, and you would be foolish, as a school, as a business in trying to. Most businesses concentrate all their efforts and concentration on 10 per cent of the customers, who are unhappy, instead on the 90 per cent who are happy

Can you tell us about your “learning centred” philosophy?

One of the biggest mistakes we are making in education all over the world is for teachers thinking that they can make their students learn, they learn that in university. They don’t understand that the learning process is happening individually by each person. So if I can’t make you learn the question is what can I do to help you to be successful? I need to work like a coach. I need to inspire, empower, motivate, reassure and sometimes praise and correct you.

These are all things that I as a teacher can do to motivate and guide you to learn.

Teachers usually think they can make you learn, they are the experts in math, science, English or whatever, that they can transfer their knowledge from their brains into the children’s, but then get frustrated if the students don’t do what they want them to do. Often, because the students do not regard the subjects as meaningful. That’s why learning is not very motivating for many students. They sit up to eight times a day for 45 minutes intervals in too small

rooms and have to accept the moods of their teachers who tell them what, how and when to do things. Ask parents, how long they would stay in a job with such conditions?

We as humans function through success. We don’t function through failure.

Our Maker has installed the drug kind chemical of Dopamine into our brains, which discharges, if we have a positive learning experience – like a happy pill which motivates us to do more because we are addicted to this feeling.

All of us know that if we are successful at something, we will like to do it again, but if we are not successful at something, we want to stop and never do it again. So, if I am asked what is the job of a teacher, it is to make children happy and successful.

What’s your view about making mistakes and the learning process?

Everybody who is a good employer knows that employees make mistakes.

What you do is find out together with the employee what was wrong, try to get them to analyze what went wrong, and how they would do it better the next time. It’s a learning process. This is the same with children. If children make mistakes, if you only punish them, they won’t learn anything from it. And we know this from abuse – if a boy is misbehaving a lot, no matter how much you beat him, he won’t change, and you won’t intimidate him, with the result that he will do it again until he decides to stop misbehaving himself.

If you want him to learn something, you have to find out why this boy is doing what he is doing, and then through a conversation with this child, you explain how to do it better and find out why he doesn’t want to try and do it another way. Then comes the feeling of success, and then the repetition.

What is your greater vision for Yaowawit?

When I started Yaowawit, I would have never dreamed about reaching what we have so far. This is a team here.

I am only someone who can provide a vision, sometime give ideas, but the day to day work here is done by the people who work here, my partners and associates. The most important part of my job is not so much thinking about what we are doing day to day, but to think about the future. A school like this, with the children we have here, from tough backgrounds who have all been traumatized, we couldn’t really handle more than 160 children and still do a good job. As an entrepreneur, you always got to be thinking about what comes next. For me next comes two things.

First, there are still many small

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rural schools here, with 20-30 kids, 1-2 teachers. We think we can help these schools to be stronger. We can help them by finding volunteers. We are now working with about six volunteers at all times and they already teach in the local schools. We can find more. Some of these volunteers have a background in education, so they know how to teach.

So we can send them to the schools and help them with new ways of education, as well as with doing more with the left part of the brain – arts and sports, for example – not just cognitive learning. This is part of our success here (at Yaowawit), and we can extend this to other schools.

Then, if you really ask me about my dream, that would be to convert Kapong into a model learning destination for rural areas. Especially in this part of the world, a good education is essential for the people to be able to break out of the cycle of poverty. Because once born into a poor family, it’s very difficult to get out of it, and you can only get out of it through education. And if you have learned many positive things you can apply them where you come from or where you go to. We think that if we partner up with local schools, we can help the schools to change their ways ... not to blame the Thai education system, which like the American, German or other Western education systems, has its good and bad points. But like anything, you can fine tune it, and local schools could not do it by themselves.

For example, we’ve been doing Life Skills from Day One, for nine years now, meaning our kids go to school and they learn in our own learning centers, in the farm, for hospitality and computers.

I spoke to the Director of Education of Phang Nga recently, and he told me that our school (Yaowawit) is a model school for Phang Nga. He said that each school in Phang Nga will have to make some kind of project, produce something or do some kind of service. Basically, they’re going the same way we’ve been doing – lifeskills education, because they too realize that just learning something out of a text book from a teacher is not enough to prepare yourself for life.

So my goal would be to convert Kapong to a learning destination where people from all over Thailand and the world can come to see how you can help these people (in poverty) with education.

It’s sad if you look at it, that most of these kids would have never made it to university, or even high school. But most of our [graduated] kids are in university or are going to high school. With education, you can change their lives totally, and with that you can change an entire society. Thailand, like any other country, needs more brains, it needs more goodthinking people.

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IN BRIEF No Call of Duty for Wii

Wearable tech goes sporty J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

Knitted in the fabric are silver conductive threads that are able to read biological and physical data, everything from heartbeat, stress levels, energy output and respiration.

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hen innovative tech gadgets are introduced to the public, it’s usually at an exhibition or industry-wide conference – not the US Open tennis competition.

The grand slam event will see worldclass stars on the hardcourt, many of whom will wear a new Polo Tech shirt developed by Ralph Lauren, in collaboration with Montreal-based wearable tech company OMsignal.

The high-end apparel company is attempting to cash-in on the wearable tech craze, something every tech company under the sun – from Samsung to Apple to Nike – have been attempting to popularise through.

But this ain’t no smartwatch.

The Polo Tech shirt is basically a compression shirt, that is designed to keep athletes cool during a match. Knitted in the fabric are silver conductive threads that are able to read biological and physical data, everything from heartbeat, stress levels, energy output and respiration. This information is then col-

lected and sent via wireless Bluetooth to an app on a smartphone.

“Our vision is that this will transcend sports to help us at every age and in every aspect of life,” David Lauren, Ralph Lauren’s senior vice president of advertising, marketing, and public relations, said in a statement.

“Reaching far beyond just the needs of elite athletes, Polo Tech will offer innovative technology for all ages and lifestyles to promote general wellness and quality of life.”

The company will also give the machine-washable shirts to ball boys at the US Open, currently taking place in New York City, in order to test the product before eventually finalising the design. With an eye for a March 2015 release, the shirts will be available in several colours and women’s sizes. The company’s ultimate goal is for the shirt to be used for everyday wear as well.

“We wanted to design something that fits in with the modern lifestyle and not just a gadget,” a Ralph Lauren representative told reporters last week.

Kickstarter watch: let there be (Ember)light

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mberlight is a smart light bulb adapter that works with any dimmable bulb (whether it be incandescent, halogen, CFL, and LED). The adapter comes in two options: Edison and Bayonet (for all kinds of light sockets) and is designed to work with all global main voltages (up to 265 volts).

The product connects to any iOS or Android through wi-fi and wireless Bluetooth.

Users can automate the lighting of any room, with smart scheduling and proximity detection.

Users can turn on lights from a distance and the

app will notify users if lights have been left on.

With less than a week to go before their Kickstarter has ended, the company has surpassed their US$50,000 (B1.5 million) goal and raised just under US$245,000 (B7.6 million) from about 2,100 backers.

The makers of Emberlight plan to ship the first batch of the product to Kickstarter backers in February 15.

Call of Duty: Advanced Warefare, the latest title in the popular shooter series, will not be available for the Wii US, according to COD developer Michael Condrey.

Activision, the publishers of the series, did not give a reason for the skipping the Nintendo console. Since the release of the Wii U in 2012, both of the previous games in the series – Black Ops II and Ghosts – were available for the console.

The game will be released for the Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and PC on November 4.

Hackers ground Sony President

A flight carrying President of Sony Online Entertainment, John Smedley, was grounded last Sunday (August 24) after hackers sent a bomb threat through social media messaging site Twitter.

The American Airlines Flight 362, bound for S a n D iego, wa s grounded in Pheonix after the unknown group sent the tweets.

The threat was made by the same group of hackers that claimed responsibility for their DDoS attack that shutdown the PlayStation Netowkr and Sony Entertainemnet Network for several hours on Sunday (August 24).

“Although this has impacted your ability to access our network and enjoy our services, no personal information has been accessed,” read a statement by Sony.

Amazon’s mobile Microsoft to unveil Windows 9?

A news report out Thursday indicated that Microsoft is poised to give the world a glimpse at a new-generation computer operating system that will succeed Windows 8.

The US software titan could hold an event as early as the end of September to provide a look at a version of what is expected to be called “Windows 9,” according to reports.

Microsoft was said to be working on a separate version of Windows for smartphones and tablets.

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IN BRIEF Blade Runner sequel in the works?

Cowabunga, they’re back!

FILM REVIEW Tim Newton broadcast@classactmedia.co.th

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles The same teenage buffoonery keeps us amused, which is just as well because the bits joining the sparse funny lines are mostly forgettable.

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ever been a big fan of reptiles.

They’re sort of slimy and coldblooded, usually with fangs or big teeth. Hollywood has had a love affair with reptiles though with Jurassic Park, Godzilla and scores of nasty, scaly monsters.

But it’s hard not to like the four turtles, mutated at birth, trained as ninjas and aged between 13 – 17, making them teenagers. I wish I was sitting in the conference room when they decided to name these four unlikely comic-book characters after renaissance painters – Raphael, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Donatello. Then, of course, there’s the talking rat.

Stay with me … I’ll get to the plot soon.

This is the fifth feature-length incarnation of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, all spawned from the unlikely, but hugely successful comic book series that kicked off in 1984. Numerous TV cartoon series, action figures and franchise frippery have made the TMNTs one of the greatest comic-bookto-cinema successes of all time.

So they drag in Michael Bay as the Producer and Jonathan Liebesman as Director, the latter cutting his teeth on a handful of horror/scifi/fantasy films before taking on the turtles. Michael Bay has any number of visually stunning flicks under his belt – lens flare, slo-motion and explosions being his tools of trade. But maybe not even Michael Bay could turn his Transformer-talents into creating convincing ninja turtles.

It all starts in a science lab. Experiment goes wrong, mutated lab animals (four baby turtles and a rat) end up in the sewer, grow

Starring: Megan Fox, Will Arnett, William Fichtner, Alan Ritchson, Noel Fisher, Jeremy Howard, Johnny Knoxville, and Tony Shalhoub.

Director: Jonathan Liebesman Running time: 101 minutes

SFX Coliseum Phuket (Central Festival)

22 Jump Street (E) Deepsea Challenge (3D/E) The Expendables 3 (T) Fak Wai Nai Kai Thur (T/E sub) Guardians of the Galaxy (E) Into the Storm (E) Phlae Kao (T/E sub) Sin City: A Dame to Kill For (E) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (3D/T) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (E) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (T)

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into human-sized, intelligent and very powerful creatures, learn english and the art of the ninja and go about fighting the forces of evil. Luckily for us, there is no shortage of forces of evil that we need heroes – green, in leotards or wearing capes – to fight.

The franchise has given our four stars a 2014 make-over with gritty, life-like textures, plenty of shiny weapons and the latest gadgets.

The same teenage buffoonery keeps us amused, which is just as well because the bits joining the sparse funny lines are mostly forgettable.

Michael Bay dragged along Megan Fox, who draped herself over Autobots in hot pants in the first Transformers reboot. I’m not sure what Fox has been doing since but she’s almost unrecognisable as journalist April O’Neil as she befriends the four crimefighters.

Whoopi Goldberg does a cameo, playing a character that acts like Whoopi Goldberg.

Otherwise the list of stars fades to C-grade very quickly.

Of course if you grew up loving the adventures of the TMNTs, you’ll very likely love this film.

I am left with the distinct impression that Donatello, Raphael, Michelangelo and Leonardo (Da Vinci) were much better painters than they are CGI turtles.

Director Ridley Scott t old Enter tainm ent Weekly last week that he plans to tackle a sequel to the 1982 film Blade Runner.

Though Harrison Ford has yet to confirm that he will star, Scott says he wants the star of the original film to return for the sequel. Scott even told reporters that he plans to do a sequel to the 2012 film Prometheus.

The director is currently worki n g o n T h e Ma r t i a n , s t a r r i n g Matt Damon as a stranded spaceman, set for a November release.

Katniss could join Hateful Eight

Jennifer Lawrence is currently in talks to join Quentin Tarantino’s The Hateful Eight for an undisclosed role, according to Collider.

The film already includes the usual Tarantino suspects in Kurt Russell, Samuel L. Jackson and Michael Madsen, though the official cast list has not yet been confirmed. The film follows a stagecoach with passengers that, when stranded, have grown increasingly tense.

The Hateful Eight is slated for a December 2015.

Thai film companies join forces

With the intention of helping expand the Thai film industry worldwide, four Thai film houses – M Pictures, Bangkok Film Studio, Matching Studio, and True I-Content – have joined forces.

The new studio, dubbed Transformation Films, has B175 million of capital and plan to export films to the expanding Chinese market. The merger is the first time companies that cover all aspects of the Thai film industry have formed one studio.

“We see the Thai movie industry has a bright future, particularly exporting titles to China, where they love Thai stars,” Transformation CEO Sa-Nga Chatchairungruang.

US BOX OFFICE TOP 10 Film

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1 Guardians of the Galaxy

$17.2M

$251.5M

2 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

$16.7M

$145.5M

3 If I Stay

$15.7M

$15.7M

4 Let’s Be Cops

$10.8M

$45.1M

5 When the Game Stands Tall

$8.4M

$8.4M

6 The Expendables 3

$6.5M

$27.4M

7 The Giver

$6.4M

$23.8M

8 Sin City: A Dame to Kill For

$6.3M

$6.3M

9 The Hundred-Foot Journey

$5.3M

$32.5M

10 Into the Storm

$3.8M

$38.3M

SFC Jungceylon Phuket (Patong) 22 Jump Street (E) Deepsea Challenge (3D/E) The Expendables 3 (E) Fak Wai Nai Kai Thur (T/E sub) Guardians of the Galaxy (3D/E) Hercules (3D/E) Into the Storm (E) Sin City: A Dame to Kill For (E) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (E)

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As some movies and movie times change every Thursday morning, after The Phuket News has gone to press, the accuracy of the following information cannot be guaranteed.

For up-to-date information, visit sfcinemacity.com, or call the cinemas directly: SFX Coliseum Phuket 076-209000 and SFC Jungceylon Phuket 076-600-555.

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North by northwest

Phuket expat explores points up to Juneau, Alaska: Part Two

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wo weeks ago, we followed Hansruedi Frutiger, the Swiss GM of Moevenpick Resort & Spa Phuket, on the first part of his recent holiday to North America’s northwestern coast. After a long flight from Phuket via Hong Kong, Hans touched down safely in Vancouver before joining some friends, hopping on and off seaplanes to explore Victoria, Nanaimo, Cowichan Bay and TofinoLong Beach in his first week. Now, we continue with his logs to Whistler Mountain, and on to Alaska via a luxurious cruise liner.

Day 9 I checked in The Aava Whistler Hotel owned by TA Global, the same owner as Moevenpick Resort & Spa Phuket. It is hard to say why exactly Whistler captivates travelers to come back again and again. Perhaps, it’s the superb open country offering great downhill mountain biking, or worldclass skiing in the winter, when tens of thousands of visitors come here. In the summer, the scenery is splendid. There are many outdoor activities, with numerous festivals or concerts, and not to mention, world famous golf courses. But for me, the scenery would have to do. I

The author feels the thrill in the cockpit of an adreniline-pumping sea-plane ride over the vast Canadian wilderness. took a cable car to the top of Whistler mountain for some photos and connected to another cable car, on the “Peak to Peak” transfer system. It is the highest cable car in the world with only four poles hanging more than 400 meters over valleys, offering unparalleled views of the surrounding landscape. The 4.4 km long cable car ride is an 11-minute journey. From pole to pole, there are breathtaking views of Blackcomb Peak and Whistler Mountain, towering over

The breathtaking Blackcomb Peak after ski season. Photo: Andysonic777

vast valleys, ancient volcanoes, glaciers and rain forests. Many tourists were hoping to spot the famous black bears, but we didn’t see any. The town itself is small, and has one main street with many shops and restaurants. Day light in the summer is from 5am until 9.30pm.

Day 10 The day was overcast with light rain, and I took an early flight back to Vancouver Harbor. The rain did not stop. The heavy clouds blanketed the summits and green forest below.

Welcoming us in Vancouver was rain and a 15 degrees Celsius temperture.

I checked in at Listel Hotel on Robson Road in central Vancouver, went for Chinese lunch and walked towards Stanley Park. The black clouds gave way and the rain returned. I went on a Hop-on-hopoff city tour and stopped in Granville, an area with plenty of shops, theatres, galleries and interior design stores, all accessible by foot. Vancouver is a cosmopolitan city with world class shopping, family-friendly attractions and a vibrant arts and music scene, all against the picturesque backdrop of mountains, lush gardens, the vast sea.

Day 11 The big day came to board the nearly 300-metre-long, Vista class, Holland American Line, Ms Zuiderdam.

There must have been nearly 2,000 passengers checking in the massive vessel.

I must say, with so many people and luggage, the check-in was painless, though, thankfully, not all passengers checked in at the same time. The gates to the vessel and US custom clearance were

open by 10am, and I was in my cabin by 11:30am, just in time to get ready for a buffet lunch at noon. ... The scenic cruise started at 5pm. I was looking forward to the week-long itinerary ahead, which would bring us through the Inside passage, and the Tracy Arm fjorde, Juneau, the borough of Skagway, and on to the Glacier- Bay National Park and Ketchikan, before returning to Vancouver.

An outdoor State cabin with two chairs on the Balcony cost US$ 2,700 – for a single passenger! Every hour, there is something happening on different decks of Ms Zuiderman.

Day 12 The weather forecast is 12 degrees celsius, cloudy and light wind.

Sunrise was at 5:20am and sunset will be 10:20pm. Tonight’s dress code is “Formal”. Let’s see if everyone has come with an appropriate outfit for dinner. The only problem on the cruise is putting on weight. There’s plenty of food everywhere. Internet on board is expensive, starting at $10 per hour, or there’s a 7-day package for $147. One litre of water is $3.25, plus 15 per cent sales tax.

I bought three bottles of wine for the price of $84++. Not cheap. I booked in the afternoon a Navigator Wine tasting, to test (refresh) my understanding of the old and new world of wines, and then attended a cooking class.

Day 13 We had to change our clocks one hour back, on arrival to a rainy Juneau, the capital city of Alaska, USA...

This log, by Hansruedi Frutiger, is to be continued in a fortnight.

The Gastineau Channel from the top of the Juneau tramway. Juneau is the only US capital city that can’t be (easily) accessed by road. Photo: Sam Glover thephuketnews

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ADOPT A PET

Soi Dog Foundation held their first ever puppy and kitten mobile adoptions event at Central Festival Phuket on August 23.

Four dogs and three kittens found new homes.

A mobile adoptions event will be held monthly to reach more of the Phuket community.

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Cage fights came back to Seduction Nightclub in Patong on August 23, with hundreds coming out to witness several local fighters battle it out.

TRAINING FOR EMERGENCY Amari Phuket recently held an emergency care training session for the hotel team members on August 21. The training was held at the swimming pool area with the purpose of teaching the proper handling of emergency situations for the safety of guests. The team of specialists from the Phuket Lifeguard Service conducted the successful training.

DRILLING FOR SAFETY

Laguna Resorts & Hotels launched a mass Tsunami evacuation drill last Thursday, August 21,with approximately 500 people

CHANDON SUMMER VIP DJ Kimball Collins, a pioneer of the electronic music scene in the US, rocked Xana Beach Club last Saturday, August 23, during the Chandon Summer VIP Launch Party. The dress code – nautical classy – brought out some of the top Phuket fashionistas from the island social scene!

GRUBBIN’ IN KARON Two Chefs Bar & Grill Karon held their crayfish buffet dinner last Friday (August 22) with dozens of people in attendance, grooving to the live music.

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IWFS International President Yvonne Wallis (left) with Chava GM Peter Jones and his wife Sharon.

D2 kitchen and wait staff celebrate a job well done.

Peter Lucas of Destination Resorts gets his IWFS medallion.

LIVIN’ IT UP: INT’L WINE AND FOOD SOCIETY Founded in 1933, the International Wine and Food Society (IWFS) is the oldest independent gastronomic society in the world with 6,000 members and 133 branches worldwide. The launch of the Phuket chapter of the IWFS – presided over by International President Yvonne Wallis – took place on August 22 at the Dusit D2 Phuket Resort in Patong as several of the island’s culinary and social luminaries joined the independent society to become Phuket’s founding members.

Yvonne Wallis (standing, 4th from left) presided over the event, which became more light-hearted as the evening progressed.

Kelly Lewis, GM of the host venue, D2 in Patong, makes sure the ladies are happy.

Kelly Lewis, Burasari GM Lukas Gerber and Jason Beavan of Class Act Media.

Mike Inman, GM of Aspasia, tells a colourful joke to Brian Connelly, his counterpart at the Doubletree Surin Beach. @thephuketnews

Brian Connelly and wine expert Jon Hyams enjoy some fine company.

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BBQ at Expat Hotel Time 8pm, Expat Sports Bar, Expat Hotel, Soi Taipan, Patong. www.expatsports bar. com. pauljames@expathotel.com

Indian Curry Night on Fridays Come to Navrang Mahal in Karon Sea Sands Resort & Spa for an authentic Indian Feast every Friday in Karon Beach.

Try out our delicious naans, mutton vindaloo, chicken tandoori, dal makhini, butter chicken, samosas, lassis and many more mouth-watering dishes. For only 499/- nett and special reduced prices on drinks, 076 286 464 Ext 4.

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Suk Singpatong + Sitnumnoi Every Saturday Night, Num Noi Singpatong, the head trainer and owner of Singpatong + Sitnumnoi Gym in Patong Beach, has been launching an elite fight series “Suk Singpatong + Sitnumnoi Saturday Night Fight” in Patong Boxing Stadium (Sai Nam Yen), where top international fighters will compete, patongboxingstadium.com, Proudly supported by Class Act Media The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

Phuket Walking Street, “Laad Yai” is a Village & Community Development Potential Project (SML) of the “Old Phuket Town Community” in Laad Yai, Phuket Town.

The visitors can enjoy the Old Phuket Town atmosphere which benefit to the local economic growth in the Old Phuket Town community. Open every Sunday from 16.00 - 22.00 Hrs. For more info visit facebook. com/phuketwalkingstreet or contact: 089 474 5253. Proudly supported by Class Act Media: The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5, The Phuket News TV.

Traditional Sunday Roast Angus O’Tool’s Karon Beach Lunch or dinner served from 2pm. Your choice of either roast beef, chicken, loin of pork or leg of lamb served with roast and boiled potatoes, three fresh vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Only B320 per person which includes a free glass of house red or white. Opposite Centara Karon Resort. See otools-phuket.com

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Leave all your worries behind and enjoy a day of pampering and relaxation with our ultimate Weekend Indulgence, designed to make you feel on holiday - even if just for a day! Every Saturday and Sunday enjoy 50% off all our Spa Pleasures, heavenly treatments designed to revive and energize body & mind in the privacy of your own Spa sanctuary. After your pampering session, let us treat you to complimentary afternoon tea in pure Pavilions style!. boutique.phuket@thapavilionsresorts.com, 076 317600

Live Seafood & Jazz Sunday Brunch at Banyan Tree Join Banyan Tree’s indulgent LIVE Seafood Sunday brunch featuring lots of LIVE Canadian Lobsters, Tiger prawns, freshly shucked Oysters, Wagyu rump and Foie Gras. Meander from one live cooking station to the next, and don’t forget to leave room for cheese and dessert. With live Jazz music and a kids club, starting at B2,500++ per person including free flow of selected beverages. Advance bookings are highly recommended, Contact 076 372 400. fb-phuket@banyantree.com

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3 SEP

BBQ Ribs All You Can Eat TRX – Santosa Signature training Santosa Wellness Center is the home of Phuket’s only certified, open TRX class.

Born in the Navy SEALs, TRX Suspension Training bodyweight exercise develops strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously. TRX is the original workout system that leverages gravity and bodyweight to perform hundreds of exercises. TRX is highly functional and efficient in achieving extreme results quickly! To book this class, or to find out the other TRX class times, please go to www.santosaphuket.com or facebook, Santosa Wellness Center. 076 330 600 Patak Rd, Kata.

FONDUE All You Can Eat Mondays & Thursdays. FONDUE all you can eat (Pork, Chicken, Beef, Prawns, Fish & Squids) with salad buffet, cold and hot sauces, Garlic Bread, baked potatoes, potato salad and more for 390 Thb per person.

7pm-11pm. Located in Patong on Rat-U-Tit 200 Pee Road next to Hotel Mercure, patongshakers.com, 076 349 912.

TUE

2 SEP

Half Chicken Spit Roast Tuesdays and Saturdays: Half chicken spit roast with french fries, salad buffet, potato salad & gravy sauce for B225 per person. 7pm11pm. Located in Patong on Rat-U-Tit 200 Pee Road next to Hotel Mercure 076 349 912.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 29, 2014

Zumba in the Jungle We do not consider Zumba a class, it is a fitness party! Making exercising fun, the dynamic Latin-based dance workout has taken the fitness world by storm. Vibrant and energetic, an hour of serious cardio passes by in such a flurry of colourful smiles, that it doesn’t feel like exercise at all! Join us at Santosa, where the formidable Geti Pici transforms our fitness pavilion into a fit-party! To book this class, or to find out the other Zumba class times, please go to www.santosaphuket.com or find us on facebook, Santosa Wellness Center. 076 330 600 Patak Rd, Kata.

Wednesdays and Fridays. BBQ Ribs all you can eat with salad buffet and potato salad for B295 per person. 7pm-11pm.

Located in Patong on Rat-U-Tit 200 Pee Road next to Hotel Mercure, patongshakers.com, 076 349 912.

The Good Shepherd Craft Shop Opens every Wednesday from 10AM to NOON and every Saturday from 9AM to NOON. We have a wide and wonderful selection of handicrafts such as educational toys, dolls, puppets, paper art, greeting cards for all occasions, Novelties like tooth fairy pillow, and many more.

All proceeds go directly to The Good Shepherd mission. More info visit www. thegoodshepherd.info/shop/ reginatudor@ gmail.com, 083 104 0788.

THU

4 SEP

Aerial Yoga–Unique to Santosa The fluid, gravity-defying twist on yoga shows how we can learn to fly whilst relieving compressed joints and re-aligning the body. The practice uses graceful, trapezelike movements which sometimes seem like acrobatics. A wonderful way to do inversion poses, aerial yoga really is an innovative fitness trend, and Santosa are extremely proud to be the only center in Phuket offering suspended movement in every direction along with stimulation of the organs, muscles and bones. To book this class, or to find out the other Aerial yoga class times, please go to www.santosaphuket.com or find us on facebook, Santosa Wellness Center. 076 330 600. Patak Rd, Kata, colleen@santosaphuket.com

SAT

6 SEP

SUPERKIDZ AQUATHON & ANYMAN AQUATHON SUPERKIDZ Aquathon and Anyman Aquathon are a great chance for children and adults to have a crack at the fun distances within multi-sports. The race distances and race formats are designed for all ages and levels to provide a little challenge and tons of fun. Enjoy the chance to forget about pace, strategy, and just go for it. Entry Fee: Individual 500THB/ person, Team 600THB/ team. More info call 076 336 000 or email - tslc@thanyapura.com.

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11 SEP

THU

18 SEP Echelon Thailand 2014

THAILAND PROPERTY AWARDS 2014 The Thailand Property Awards are a benchmark for excellence in the country’s Real Estate Industry and recognised as a prestigious acknowledgement of a company’s achievements. Join the best of the Thailand Property Awards Gala Dinner and Awards Presentation Ceremony on Thursday 11th September at The Conrad Hotel Bangkok.

Ticket now available, only THB 5,000 or THB 45,000 for a table of ten. To book your tickets, go to www.ensign-media.com or contact infor@thailandpropertyawards.com.

Proudly supported by Class Act Media - The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

FRI

12 SEP

“New Phuket” Focus Of Special AMCHAM Tourism Forum As the island’s beaches undergo an extreme makeover, how are tourist’s and locals reacting to the “New Phuket”? AMCHAM Thailand has organized a special tourism forum, lead by hospitality branding leader David Keen, Founder and CEO of Quo Global along with a panel of industry leaders. Registration begins at 4 pm.

Everyone is welcome admission for nonAMCHAM members THB 100. Networking drinks will follow. Angsana Laguna Phuket - Bang Tao Bay, sheree@amchamthailand. com, 02-254-1041 ext. 212

SAT

13 SEP

GBR Expo Asia 2014 GBR Expo Asia 2014 for the 4th edition in Thailand will act as the leading platform for green building and retrofits industry showcasing leading and quality new products, services and solutions to the expected presences of 10,000 industry professionals from Building & Construction and Facilities industry. For more information contact : ajinveatv@impact.co.th or call 02 8335210.

- Proudly supported by Class Act Media The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

PULIRE Asia Pacific 2014 PULIRE Asia Pacific 2014 is a dedicated international exhibition industry platform showcasing the latest professional cleaning and hygiene technology, solutions and trends for the institutional and industrial cleaning sectors in the Asia Pacific region.

For more information contact ajinveatv@ impact.co.th or call 02 8335210 - Proudly supported by Class Act Media - The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

BMAM Expo Asia 2014 BMAM Expo Asia 2014 for the 7th edition in Thailand will act as the leading platform for building maintenance and facilities management industry show casing leading and quality new products, services and solutions to the expected presences of 10,000 industry professionals from Building & Construction and Facilities industry. For more information contact ajinveatv@impact.co.th or call 02833 5210 - Proudly supported by Class Act Media - The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

Echelon, Asia’s Biggest Tech Conference, is coming to Thailand! Industry leaders from Zalora, Yahoo!, Samsung, Ardent Capital and 30 more companies will share their insights about the future of business and technology in Southeast Asia. Up and coming startups from Asia will also be exhibiting and pitching at Echelon Thailand.

Join us as we deep dive this September 1819: e27.co/echelon/Thailand. Mr. Brian Koh , Email: brian@e27.co, Proudly supported

by Class Act Media - The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

WED

18 MAR 2015

RBFC THAILAND 2015 ‘Classic’ Sport Fishing Tournament To be held 18 to 20 March 2015 off the beautiful Similan Islands, the tournament boasts the most generous prize money in Asia!!! At least 20 boats have already confirmed, including teams from Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Germany, Oman, Hong Kong and Singapore. For further details please contact Warren Crowe Tel: +66(0) 812704291 or Andy Bright Tel: +66(0) 862739948. E-mail: info@rawaibeachfishingclub.com. Proudly supported by Class Act Media - The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

ALL INCLUSIVE AT CLUB MED PHUKET Come to enjoy our day or evening pass at Club Med Phuket, with our all inclusive package (international buffet, free flow bar, events & sports (tennis, squash, badminton, basketball, ping-pong, archery, football, beach volley, golf, gym & fitness classes)) for only THB 2’600 for the day pass and THB 3’350 for the evening pass (special rates for residents and children). For information: 076 330 456 or phuccrec01@clubmed.com

EVERY DAY

WAGYU TOMAHAWK STEAK

OPERA AT TRISARA Trisara is the perfect setting for A Night at the Opera on Saturday 13th September, 7pm. Enjoy a concert under the stars to the music of FIVERA, Thailand’s first and only pop-opera band, while enjoying superb food and beverages prepared by the talented chefs of Trisara. Entry is by donation of THB 4,000 with proceeds going to the local charity Phuket Has Been Good To Us. For reservations, please contact 076-310-100 or reservations@trisara.com. Proudly supported by Class Act Media - The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

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Beyond Beauty ASEAN-Bangkok 2014 Beyond Beauty ASEAN-Bangkok 2014 is the newly created event aimed at the ASEAN market. This first edition will benefit from all the expertise, know-how and connections of its European & Asian counterparts. This one stop trade show brings you the full spectrum of the beauty industry in one prime key growing business hub. This event which will be held from 18-20 Sep 2014 at IMPACT Exhibition, Bangkok Thailand.

360° Goes Nuts Cashew nuts enjoy a great popularity in Thai cuisine, but only few know about the benefits of its red or yellow sister, the cashew apple. Packed with all the goodness Mother Nature has to offer, the Phuket favorite Cashewy juice inspired our mixologists to create a unique range of tropical concoctions, exclusively available at our 360° Bar & Grill at special happy hour prices throughout the month of August. See you on top! restaurants.phuket@thepavilionsresorts.com, Phone : 076 317600

An Australian Darling Downs Wagyu Tomahawk Steak Promotion! For sharing with a steak weighs approx. 1.2 kgs. At 2,990++ THB. Wagyu beef is praised the world over for its rich flavour and buttery tenderness.

Enjoy an extraordinary breed of cattle.

The naturally grain-fed beef with a marble score of 4-5, served with Madeira or peppercorn sauce and two side dishes. Amari Phuket Resident Privilege Card holders will receive an extra 20% discount on food & beverage. The card is available and is complimentary for all Phuket residents.

Amari Phuket, La Gritta Restaurant lagritta@amari.com, 076 292 697.

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Crossword by Myles Mellor & Sally York

1. By what name is Chalermprakiet Ror IX Rd in Phuket more commonly known?

2. On which part of your body might a cataract form?

3. Name the car manufacturer formed on 15 March 1906 by two men named Charles and Henry.

4. Which Jack Nicholson movie takes place in a mental hospital?

5. Whose faces are carved into Mount Rushmore?

Answers below right.

SUDOKU

Across 1. Legal prefix 5. Hospital directive 9. Gaelic language 13. “I’m working ___!”

14. Bikini, for one 15. Indian bread 16. Vegas robbers?

19. “Go, hounds!”

20. Aries or Taurus 21. ___ particle 22. Extol 24. Greenhouse gas 26. 50 Cent piece 29. Remnant 31. Rural sight 32. Category of arachnids 34. Line up 36. Schmaltz 39. Driving maneuvers 43. Drop the ball 44. Suit 45. Former prime minister 46. G8 member 48. Wild ox 50. Myrna of “The Thin Man” 51. River to the Atlantic 55. Commoner 57. Detachable container

58. Same: Fr. 60. Sartre novel 64. Moving company 67. Indolent 68. Film company sans studio, informally 69. “Frasier” actress Gilpin 70. Dermatologist’s concern 71. Brush against 72. Flabbergast

25. Court site, with “The” 26. Blackguard 27. Pain 28. Henry VIII’s last wife 30. “Holberg Suite” composer 33. Summer TV offering 35. Open, as a bottle 37. Kind of agreement 38. “I’m ___ your Down tricks!”

1. “Fiddlesticks!”

40. Dove 2. Magnani of “The 41. Menace Rose Tattoo” 42. Diffident 3. Cambodian money 47. A portion 4. Ever 5. Took the cake, say 49. Arm bones 51. Kind of nerve 6. Fountain order 52. Obstreperous 7. Vinyl collectible 8. Blood component 53. Some reality show winners 9. Maze goal 10. New Delhi salad 54. Mideasterner 11. “Paradise Lost” 56. Eructations character 59. Bounds 12. Follow 61. Cooking fat 14. French romance 62. Alternative to nude 17. Amp hauler 63. Analogous 18. Do, say 65. Bumped into 23. Dry out, informally 66. Bad-mouth

Solutions to last week’s puzzles:

Answers to this week’s Pop Quiz:

1. The bypass road; 2. The lens of your eye; 3. Rolls-Royce; 4. One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest; 5. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln.

GOT YOUR NUMBER

■■Adopt a dog

■■ August 29, 1949 The Soviet Union t e s t s it s f i r s t a t o m ic b o mb, known as First Lightning or Joe 1, at Semipalatinsk, Kazakhstan.

25 million

The number of cells in your body that died while you were reading this.

42

■■ August 30, 1835 The Australian city of Melbourne is founded, named after the British Prime Minister, William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne.

Percentage of a Pringles chip that is actually potato.

(The rest is rice and flour.)

■■ August 31, 1997 Diana, Princess of Wales, dies in a car smash in Paris, along with her companion Dodi Fayed and driver Henri Paul.

250

Litres of water it takes to make one cup of coffee, if you include the amounts needed to grow, process, package and deliver it.

■■ September 1, 1958

Iceland expands its fishing zone, putting it into conflict with the United Kingdom and sparking the First Cod War.

6

■■ September 2, 31BC

Number of seconds in a minute that your eyes are closed, from blinking.

250

Dollars added to Bill Gates’s wealth every second.

Source: Uberfacts

This week in history

In the Battle of Actium, off the western coast of Greece, forces of Octavian defeat troops under Mark Antony and Queen Cleopatra of Egypt.

■■ September 3, 1895 Monday is the cuddliest, most huggable dog in her run. She loves people, loves affection and human contact. She will flop all over you. You should know that she tends to chase cats and chickens so she cannot be adopted to a house that has either of these. A secure fenced yard is very important for her because if she gets out she will chase after any small animals.

Please contact cristy@soidog.org or on 093 685 1332 to adopt Monday.

If you would like any more information on adopting Sinclair please call Christy at 093 685 1332 or email her at cristy@soidog.org, or contact the Soi Dog shelter on 081 788 4222, Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm.

John Brallier becomes the first openly professional American football player, receiving $10 to play a match for the Latrobe Athletic Association.

■■ September 4, 1998 Google is founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin, two students at Stanford University.

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WEST Townhouse for Rent

NORTH Supalai Hills house for rent The Villa is 244 sqm.Which has 4 comfy bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, set in private, secure surroundings and conveniently located as it’s just a 20 minutes drive to the BIS and PIA international schools.Only 15 minutes drive away from Phuket’s top beaches Bangtao and Surin.0848519795 Email : robert.anthony.krause@gmail.com

Brand New Modern Pool Villa Brand New Modern Tropical Pool Villas (2&3 beds). Fully furnished. Free Wifi, International Sat. TV inc. Russian TV, Pool & Garden Maintenance. Between Cape Yamu & Ao Po Marina. Call 0818935270, srdupouy@gmail.com, 0930145072.

10 Min from Kamala Beach, 3 storey building, fully-equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 24/7 security, access to communal pool 20x10m. Contact natalia_tyr@yandex.ru, 093 586 5617, Price : from 40,000-80,000 Baht per rmonth.

House for Rent and Sale Baan Manik area, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, ceiling fans all through out, 2 air con units, furnished. 2.7MB, no offers. For more info - Farang - 080 323 1918, Thai 081 607 9874.

5 mins to PIA and Nayang Beach 3 beds, 2 Bath, western kitchen, Indoor utility/storage room, lounge, dining area, covered terrace, covered car port, small front garden. Quality furniture throughout. Internet TV. 120 sqm interior space. 4 Air Cons. 25,000 Baht per month for 1 year long term rental. Available Mid May 2014. Contact: kanaloa55@yahoo.co.uk, Call: 084 189 5149.

Retail space for rent Villa in Cheng Talay Close to Laguna / Surin Beach this one bedroom Villa is up for long term rent.

Comes with full cable TV, maid service and Gardener. ( Has Telephone / ADSL internet line paid by tenant ), Asking 25,000 Baht per month ( excl : elec / water / Telephone ) Please contact : accounting@electrical-marine.com Tel : 076 272 177 or 085976911.

WEST

SOUTH Land for Rent Kata beach

KATA BEACH Apts FOR RENT 1BR Aircon, WIFI, Spa, Fully Furnished. Start at 500 BHT Tel: 086 595 8512, 081 970 4638 nalumana2000@yahoo.com

Luxury appartment, Patong Luxur y appar tment for rent in Pato n g, 1b e dr o o m 5 0 m 2, f ul ly furnish,balcony,kitchen, big swimmingpool. 15,000.- baht per month (1year contact) Min. 6 month, jstuder@loxinfo. co.th, 0810808831.

Luxury 1 Bedroom F/F Apartment

65 Sqm. cable T.Vs(2)& wifi cleaning and laundry service available. Great location central Patong (Soi Sansabai) short or long term welcome. Tel Ian 087-8879070 e-mail Ianscondo@yahoo.com

Apartment for long term rent Patong Tower ( M 704 ) fully furnished 68 sq. mtrs for long term rent. Included: Cable TV ; Satellite TV ; Wifi internet access ; parking ; security ; Price 18,000/M, Contact: Jaspal Singh, jaspalt@loxinfo.co.th

Villa for Rent and Sale at Patong A luxurious villa with absolutely stunning sea view. The villa features 5 bedrooms, all with sea view and private swimming pool. Excellent holiday villa rentals. Start only 60,000 baht/month, 6,000 baht/day, Contact: Linda Ketkaew, Starwalker.ds@ gmail.com, 0818932165.

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Unique retail space for rent with excellent positioning on Surin beach Road.

For more information, please call 081 8941820 , 076 271 241 or wirote@ paradisephuket.com - See more at www. theplazasurin.com, Wirote, The Plaza Surin, wirote@paradisephuket.com

Classifieds / Proper ty / Proper ty for rent 5 mins from Kata beach 2 rai land for rent at Kata 3 MB. rai/year Tel:087507-0325, 3,000,000, Khun Araya, Kata, araya_ea@hotmail.com Tum dena, num facie ca nos senirit. Ximod simodit, etiem iurat ina, se esimumul conlocchili porum

NOW AVAILABLE!!

1,2,3,4 bedroom different private pool villas for RENT in NaiharnRawai., start from 15000 baht/ month. (Holiday rental, Short-Long term) Please contact: 087-8772320 En / 084-854-9889

Rent- 2 Bed Bungalow Nai Harn Air Condition – Color TV, Free UBC cable Platinum Package. Free Internet.

Master bed, excellent mattress, Sealy Posturepdic. Couch + chairs w/ end tables. Counter bar w/ stools. Cooking Equip / Fridge. Short term – 16,000 per month, Long Term – 13,500 per month Plus Damage Deposit. Available now 1-April-2013. Call Nok 087-244-1322.

OFFICE/SHOP FOR RENT Ground Floor space with excellent positioning on Chalong Pier Road.

For more information, please call 081 416 4177 or 076 381 341, Chalong.

Oximerumurid C. Cavenat urobsena L. Decepse natere ius? Perid ina,

NOW OPEN!!

IN THE NATURE ROMANTIC THAISTYLE RESORT Daily 1500Thb, Weekly 7500Thb, Monthly 30000Thb Included: Daily room cleaning, Linen changing once/week, Internet Wi-Fi, Cable TV, Smart TV, Electricity, Free bicycle, BBQ grill, Exes to Cinema room. www.cocopalace.com

House for Rent at Kata 1 bed room with separate pantry Fully furnish and big balcony 5 mins to Kata beach 18,000.- per month 1 year contract (minimum 6 month contract) Tel: 087507-0325, 18,000, Khun Araya, Kata, araya_ea@hotmail.com

DELUXE PENTHOUSE/ LOFT 120SQM Rent from 29,000THB/month, Long/ Short term, Inc. weekly cleaning, towel & linen change. Fibernet 65MB,Cable TV, King bed, big bathrooms,terrace 20 SQM. Quiet, 500 M to Chalong pier. Only extra cost electricity. Email: 4711en@gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560.

NEW DE LUXE BIG STUDIO 70SQM Rent from 24,0 0 0 TH B/ M O NTH. Inc. weekly cleaning, towel & linen change. Extra cost electricity. Queen bed,terrace 20 SQM. Big bathroom, Wifi Fibernet 65MB. CABLE TV, complete kitchen set. Email: 4711en@ gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560.

DELUXE STUDIO 34 SQM Rent from 13,000 THB/month, long/ short term. Extra cost electricity. Furnished, Wifi Fibernet 65 MB, Cable TV, microwave, blender, water boiler, plates, weekly cleaning, towel & linen change.Quiet area, Lot of parking space. Email: 4711en@gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560.

5 BDR LUX SEAVIEW POOL VILLA A stunning Luxury Pool Villa with amazing panoramic views of Chalong bay located on the lush foothills of Big Buddha Phuket Fully furnished, Fully equipped, 5 BDR ensuite + guest toilet, 2 Livingrooms, Laundry/Maid room, Study/Office Service inc; water, pool&garden maintenance, internet WiFi, cable TV, 24hour security&engineer. Price : 85,000, Oliver, namphung@andamanhorizon.asia, 087877-2320, Fax : 076-388-311.

2 BR. PRIVATE POOL 180SQM APT Rent from 65,000THB. Incl. cleaning,linen,towels change weekly.

Fast fibernet. Cable TV.2 big bathrooms.Wash/dry machine. Big complete kitchen.Quiet location. Only extra cost electricity. Contact: 086 940 6560, E-mail: 4711en@gmail.com

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SEA-VIEW LAND FOR SALE KAMALA

NORTH PANORAMIC SEA VIEW LAND: Spectacular view of Phang Nga Bay, James Bond and Phi Phi Islands. Road access, underground utilities. 4.5 km from Heroine Monument. 1.99 Rai at 5.9MB per rai. Chanote title. 089 473 8338, PhuketOne@gmail.com.

1.5 Rai Private Land Cape Yamu 1.5 Rai flat land at Cape Yamu. 2 x 0.75 Rai adjoining plots. OrBorTor road access to quiet end of soi location. Sale direct from the owner. B3.75 Million per rai negotiable. Call 081 087 9237.

AO POR SEAVIEW LAND 1.5 Rai cleared, tiered land with constructed, drained access road from “Beach Road”. Chanote. 400m from Ao Por Grand Marina. Building will have 270 degree view of islands and Krabi.

B10,000,000, 082 277 5971.

MAI KHAO LAND DIRECT OWNER 5.1 RAI VERY QUIET 1 KLM TON SEA, CAN BUILDING OR INVESTMENT. 2.750000BTHS. THAI; 0828123486 Highfield Mission Hills Phuket 10-terraced hilltop Building Plots. Fantastic sea & mountain view. New road - water - electricity. Only 10 minutes to Airpor t & Tesco Lotus. 2.5m- 4.5 Baht. 087 978 5803-4 / stanjsmith25@ yahoo.com

Land for Sale Cherngtalay Beautiful 2,400sqm (1.5RAI) Chanote titled land plot in Pasak 8, located on the highest point of a gentle slope.

Quiet and safe area. Only 8.5MB. Agents welcome. Phuketlandvilla@ hotmail.com, 089 875 9609.

Seaview Thai house for sale Nice and peacefully area surrounding with Seaview of Andaman. The back yard is the Mountian of Koa Pra Teaw National Park View.with great sunrise and next to the Aor Por Marina, The Air Park, The pier to Koh Yao. Contact: thureewan@gmail.com, Tel: 088 752 4532

RAWAI VILLA: BARGAIN PRICE Spacious property in 1,000sqm garden. Private 9x4m pool. Three large beds, all a/c and en suite. Big Western kitchen. Plus guest house.

Furnished. Private access. Price cut for quick sale. MB12.9. Call 087 273 0141, alangath@gmail.com

New Luxury Villa For Sale 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, private swimming pool (12 metre). House area of 600 sq.m., land 1.5 rai (2400 sq metre). Located on the shore of the ocean on the Koh Kho Khao, Phang-nga. larion2555@gmail.com. 084 226 4574.

2.75 Rai 4500sqm. Nor Sor 3 Kor Title Ready to built with building permit already, electricity & road access OK, only THB 10 Mio/Rai T 088 7680942 or pascal.elephantboutiquehotel@gmail.com

Unique land for sale (Airport) 15 rai, wide 65 meters, Chanote title. 1.2 km from the Phuket International airport and 1.8 km from Nai Yang beach. Only 12 million baht per rai. Contact directly to owner please call: 0935789333

49/1 Soi Koktanod Kata Beach 4 Story, 7 BR, 7 Bath, Spa, Rd front House or Guest House by Owner Tel: 086 595 8512, 081 970 4638 nalumana2000@yahoo.com

Chanote title, yellow zoned, save area.

Nearly 4 rai, direct from owner. Subdivided in 6 plots each ca. 1,000sqm. ready to build. Only 7.5 MB per rai.

K h u n C h a n c h i r a , 0 81 3 6 7 76 8 3 . chanchira.panpaen@googlemail.com.

Land for Sale Only 400m from Naiyang Beach.

3 Rai 1 Tarangwah. 10MB per Rai. Contact via email chiangmaibeltrade@hotmail.com for more information.

Patong Free Hold Condo Great investment opportunity in Patong. I have 2 NEWLY RENOVATED condos in same complex near Simon Cabaret. Both condos fully funished + free hold. Condo no.1 4th floor studio unit 50sqm already rented out. Condo no.2 just funished renovation 3rd floor 1 bedroom 50sqm every thing brand new. This one never use and could be your residence plus earn income from other condo.Complex has huge pool + garden and 24 hrs. security. I want 5 MB for both. Eng 085 471 9246 Thai 087 621 3405.

DELUXE STUDIO 34 SQM 6.8 MB.THB/rent from 60.000THB. At Twinsands ABSOLUTE 5 Star Hotel and Spa! Just outside Patong, Sea view. Pool view. Excellent restaurant.

Modern style. Parking space. Good rental return 10 pct. Email: 4711en@ gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560

VILLA & LAND: 3 bed room, 4 bath room, 2 livingroom, 1 dinningroom, 1 kitchen (american style), 1 garage (2 cars), 1 swimming pool (10x4), 1 bed room for a maid, 1 bath room for a maid, Internet, Security 24/24, S e a v i e w a n d j u n g l e v i e w, To tal sqm 556.92, Total land sqm 581, a.pellegrino2810@gmail.com, 084 241 3387. Price 4.24MB.

LAND TO SALE Nice location land to sale 50 M. from Bangtao beach area 1.5 rai and land 2 rai to sale at Pasak 4 have facility and road no need to fill the land. Good for hotel or condominium. Tel: 0819378152

LUXURY 5 BED HOUSE IN LAGUNA Wonderful 5 bed house over looking the lake & Golf course in Laguna.

Sale: Reduced to: 26.7 MB Rent: 180,000 P/M. Call Mick: 0848186045 Email: mr.mickb@yahoo.com or www.hoteldealsphuket.com/realestatephuket

Kamala Boutique Resort This boutique resort business which consists of 5 individual villas. The resort is fully occupied presently with long-term rentals offering excellent rental income with very little maintenance. The resort land plot totals 2,080 sqm with a built up area of 750 sqm. There are 3 villas, 200 sqm each with 4 bedrooms,3 bathrooms, 1 villa with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom and 1 villa with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Each villa is open plan living & dining area and an open plan western style kitchen. Storage room, office room, air-cons, satellite TV, telephone line and Internet. This is an ideal investment for the nearly retired or retired couple whom wish to enjoy life with a monthly income. There is also a beautiful 20-meter common pool for all residents to enjoy and relax in the beautiful landscaped gardens. Remote controlled gated security and car parking. 076 279 280.

LUXURY 3 BR IN The Residence 3 bedroom 4 bathroom, Land area 580 m2., Spacious living quarter’s feature open plan living & dining areas, a fully equipped, open-concept gourmet kitchen. The Villa comes fully furnished, Contemporary and expansive indoor and outdoor living spaces are offered, private pool. Services as Restaurant, Gym, Spa, Maintenance ,Security and Maid. Massivly Reduced price 18.9 MB! Contact:oliver@thurmanngroup.com Call: 087-877-2320

Laguna Luxury 1 Bed Golf Totally renovated: new kitchen, wood floors, semi furnished, sound system.

Price includes Laguna Golf Membership and Privilege Card. THB 7.4M. Owner 084 247 1632, phuket3203@ gmail.com

LARGE SURIN BEACH CONDO B 9.8 MILLION Three bedroom, sea view 148 m2 condo apartment on prestigious Surin Beach, Phuket. Must sell, now only B9.8 million (original price over 15 mil). Tel. 081 676 8717, email: teera@email.biz, teera@ email.biz Phone : 081 676 8717

Freehold - Lagoon View!!!

F. MODERNIZED 1 BEDR. CON DO, ALLAMANDA 1 FOR SALE BY OWNER. EUROPE AN KITCHEN, GRANITE/MARBLE BATH, DOUBLE SINKS, FURNISHED, INCL.2 GOLF MEMBERSHIPS. INFO & PRICE : E-MAIL : ORNILS@SBG.AT

For sale Spacious one bedroom apartment with ocean view, nor th of Patong. Floor area 96m2 internal and 72m2 terrace including water feature with sala and jacuz zi. Per fec t bac helor pad with rent al inc ome. Email for info: bar t duykers@mac.com.

Kalim Sea View, Freehold Condo for Sale: 11.9 MB 2 min walk to beach, big balcony & sunset view, 180 Sqm, 2 Ensuite Bed rooms, big living space.

089 617 2312, PhuketAREA.com Search C146.

New Kata Condo for sale 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Bathroom & Balcony with Ocean & Sunset views. 44 SQM, only 4.7MB. Call 087 887 9070 or email ianscondo@ yahoo.com

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Beautiful Land Laguna-Cherngtalay

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Land for Sale Mission Hills 800m2/1300m2/1600m2. Very quiet and private locations, very close to airport, Tesco, Golf courses and Phuket International Academy. All Chanote tiltle. Price on application. 087 276 0529

WALK TO BEACH LUXURY VILLA. California style Luxury living 300 meters from Bang Tao Beach – In small luxury villa compound built to European standards by Swedish developer. Gated 24 hr security. Management & maintenance on site; Maid, Concierge Services. 3 spacious King bedrooms with en-suites and rainfall showers. Fully equipped kitchen and laundry. 260 sqm open plan living area; 50 sqm private pool, Jacuzzi.

Sold fully furnished and decorated directly by owner. Secure legal ownership: Freehold via BVI company; land lease via off-shore structure. 21.9MB Contact: PEDER BERGGREN, Email: peder.berggren@hotmail.com, Tel: 0923578710, Fax: 076202641

SEA FRONT LAND FOR SALE KAMALA Sea front land for sale Kamala. 6 Rai. Chanote. 089 874 2141, Thongchai, 089 874 2141, thongchaiwong8@hotmail.com

CENTRAL Must Sell Exclusive Villa in Marina, Phuket 4 bedrooms En-suited, Fully furnished, all included, flat screen TV in all room, in Boat Lagoon Marina, 10mins to BISP school. We want to sell at 29.5MB but we will consider all offer. Contact Owner Representative, K.Pen at +66 0874658883, Thai & English , E-mail : pen@mindproperties.net

Land for sale near Loch Palm At the back of the Loch Palm Golf Course, approx 510m2, partial view on the golf course. Part of a small gated community of 2 villas (+ 2 to be built soon). Next to small lake and it is guaranteed that no building can block the view, ever! It comes with a Chanote title and if buyer are interesting, we would provide complete house plans for free.

Asking price is THB 6M, negotiable.

087-2664583 (English/French) or 0824406884 (Thai).

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House for sale in Kathu Urgent!!!

House for sale, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 living area , Large laundry, Large Balcony, Western kitchen, Fully Furnished 5 LCD TVs, Pool Table. At Kathu. Tel: 086-0826078.Email:astroboy1959 @ hotmail.com

2 BEDR. KATA GARDENS 6B 180SQM P r i c e 14 . 9 M B .T H B / R e n t f r o m 100,000THB/month, 200m. from the beach. Gated.24 hours security. Resort 33 units. Good rental return,8pct. Thaicompany. Email: 4711en@gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560

Kamala Pool Villa

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Large 3 Bedroom house in mature estate offering high security. (Option to build 4th bedroom)Located in a peacefull no thru road, min’s from beach. Recently renovate, available for immed move in. Chanote title, Price 12.5 MB Call 087 078 9707 Email: kiwigolfpro@outlook.com.

NEW PRIVATE POOL VILLA CHALONG 5.9 MB. 165 SQM. Rent 45,000 THB. 2 STOREY .3 Bathrooms, 2 Bedrooms. 4 AIRCON. Modern Western style. Thai company. Good Parking.

Email: 4711en@gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560

Land for sale 2 rai of land in the South of Phuket.

Unique location on the hills between Naiharn and Rawai, 5 mins from the beach. Panoramic view on Chalong bay and Naiharn. Easy access via private road, reputable neighborhood (German village), tropical forest. Ready project for a 3 storey villa. 3200 sq. m. Call Svetlana 086 743 4657 or Alexander +7 926 914 5555, oxum@mail. ru; samat2011@yandex.ru, Price: B18.5 million for 1 rai .

House for Sale in Sam Kong House for sale Samkong, Phuket Town. 4.2 million and Town House for sale in Patong 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms with 4 levels 8.8 million Tel:083 521 2277,090 161 6669 (English&Thai) Email: veenutthasa@gmail.com Price : 4,200,000

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RPM Owner Direct Unique luxury condo 2 bed, 2 bath, 155sqm. Foreign FREE HOLD. Recent architect remodel. New Jacuzzi. Views to lake, mountain, marina, pool etc.

Completely furnished to very high standard. Motivated owner leaving.

Reduced by 600,000B. ONLY 16.9MB. Contact Brian (Owner) 089 054 4354, +632 906 435 7146, Alan 087 999 6174, bggvirgo@gmail.com.

See RoyalPhuketMarinaCondos.com for complete details.

RAWAI PRIME LAND PLOTS Adjacent to Mangosteen Resort, quiet residential area. 3 different sizes: 1-186.5 rai - 11.80 MB 2-0-87.5 rai - 16.64 MB 3-0-35.5 rai - 22.50 MB Best land and best price in the area. Quick sale, price negotiable.081 536 5846.hajo_ von_keller@hotmail.com

Special Sale Luxury Apartment 2 really big beds rooms, big kitchen and living 135 sqm include furnishing in the center of Kata - sea level close to shops and sea in a charming property: with-pool-sauna-parking etc; market price (10.5 mill bth) NOW 7.5 mill bth Tel: 0817888280 or mail maurice. phuket@gmail.com

House for sale in Chalong Freehold House for sale Freehold house for sale in estate in Cherng Talay. Land 735m2, floor area 230m2, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom. Many upgrades incl new carport included. Price B11 million. Call 083 509 8797 for info or viewing.

Beautiful Villa For Sale 4 Bedroom/4Bathroom detached villa on 164Sq.Wah with swimming pool. Superb location between Chalong-Phuket Town. Now 8 Million Baht. Call for appointment to view. 089 868 5143

NEW House For Sale 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom with Off street parking in small QUIET Boutique Estate behind Red Mountain Golf Course. Full Chanote Title Contact Gim English/Thai Ph 0816065772 for an Inspection !!

Beachfront Condo in Cape Panwa

Two floors 282 sq. m of living space with stunning views. 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms + Study + large kitchen. Fully furnished.

Communal 40m pool 5 steps away.

Beach 15 steps! 091 876 2330.

House for sale with Pool Kathu district, cottage settlement, Turnpike, Golden Villas 3, 9/111, one floor, no stairs, 3 bedrooms, new kitchen, all air con, total living area of 150sq.m, total lot size 300sq.m, pool 7 x 3.5mtr, a small landscaped garden, a large container of water. Price 9,500,000Baht, 093 687 4385, e-mail: msn4@bk.ru

KATHU 3 BED HOUSE FOR SALE Large 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2 storey detached house on quiet cul-de-sac in Kathu. Western kitchen. Mountain views. Priced for quick sale. Full details at www.kathu-property.com 5,300,000, Pete Harris, 98/19 Moo 6, Soi Phuket Hope Land, Kathu, Phuket 83120, info@ kathu-property.com

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House for sale two-storey villas 2 and 3 bedrooms large terrace secure and restful area, only 1.4 km.from yachting port.Ready to move to live price MB 13.9 or USD 438,000. 087117-4551. tawanan90000@gmail.com. Price : 13.9M or USD 438,000 , Person : Prajerd Naknoi , Address : THAPON , Email : tawanan90000@gmail.com , Phone : 0871174551

Business Oportunity 2 Rai Chanot, 8 Bungalows, 22 Rooms, Restaurant, Well, large Pool, Reg. Comp. since 96, incl.Parking, Shopping, Bars, Diving, walking distance. Price: 26Mio., Contact: bigasail@samart.co.th, 086 940 1860, Fax: 076 381 934

2 BEDR. KATA GARDENS 6B 180SQM 17 M B.T H B / R ENT 15 0,0 0 0T H B / MONTH. New Deluxe Patak villa 300.

Quiet area. 5 bedrooms,4 kitchens,6 bathrooms.10 air cons. Good Parking.

Many possibilities. Holiday rental 4 units. Email: 4711en@gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560

3-storey apartment on the beach 3-storey apartment with a penthouse and sala for sale. Only 100 m from Phuket’s top-rated Nai-Harn Beach. 220 sqm. Freehold possible.

Priced at 9 MB. Please call Alexander 080 521 0736.

Rawai Beach View Residence Beachfront Luxury Apartments.

Built to a high specifications by an English developer. Perfect holiday destination close to all amenities.

6 x 2 Bedroom 160m2 Apartment 2 x 2 Bedroom 320m2 Penthouses Phone; +66 (0) 91 179 4392 Email; rose@mac-estate.com Web; www. rawairesidence-phuket.com

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PROPERTY IN PHUKET PROPERTY FOR SALE SOUTH Townhouse for sale, Chalong House for sale. B5 MLN. Residential complex Ananda Garden Hill, Chalong.

Closet to HomePro. 150 sq.m., 2-stor ey, 2 b e ds, li v i n g r o o m, k i tc h e n, 2 balconies, 2 baths, office, carport.

Fully furnished. Price : B 5,000,000, mvs97@yandex.ru, 091 805 3725

Special Sale Luxury Apartment 1-bedroom 60 sqm include furnishing in the center of Kata - sea level close to shops and sea in a charming property: with-poolsauna-parking etc; market price (4.1 mill bth) NOW 2.6 mill bth Tel: 0817888280 or mail: maurice.phuket@gmail.com

One Sale 3 Luxury Apartments 1. 2 really big beds rooms big kitchen and living: 135 sqm 2. 1 bedroom 60 sqm 3. 1 bedroom 58 sqm a total of 253 sqm in the center of Kata - sea level close to the shops and sea in a charming property: with-pool-sauna-parking etc; Total market price (18.4 mill bth) NOW 13.4 mill bth Tel:0817888280 or mail: maurice.phuket@gmail.com

Building for Sale at Chalong Building near Soi Ta Ied at Chalong for Apartment, Office or Hostel.

Area 350 square wah, Living area 800 square wah. Tel: 081 569 0092 K.OH, varindahostel@gmail.com Price: B25,000,000

New House For Sale Kathu Sabai Village Kathu behind Red Mountain Golf Course , 2 Bedroom , 2 Bathroom with off street parking. 42.9 Sq Wah in a small QUIET boutique estate. Full Chanote Title. CALL GIM 081 606 5772

2 bdr house for sale at Saiyan 2 bdr house for sale at Saiyan Rd, 5 minutes drive to Nai Harn beach. 2 bathrooms, a spacious living room, kitchen, small garden and car park area. Price is 4.7 million THB, Contact: Maria, 0940981977, phuketsalerent@ gmail.com

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List your classified now at thephuketnews.com 3 BR LUX POOL VILLA IN NAIHARN 3 bedroom 3 bathroom, Chanote (Freehold), Land area 402.80M2 Living area 208 M2. Luxurious one-storey villa offers privacy and features your own garden and pool to enjoy the ambiance of outdoor tropical living. Fully furnished, large kitchen with built-in basin, stove, and cabinets. Private and Peaceful area. Only 9.6 MB. Contact: oliver@thurmanngroup.com, Call: 087-877-2320

Townhome Seaview Rawai 4.2M 3 Story Home/Office featuring a fully automatic Garage roller door,2 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Air conditioned, Sea views, extended terraces front and back, peaceful location situated just off Viset Road Rawai making this a very unique home or office.

Regretful urgent sale. Any offer will be consider.

Price 4.2Million (Less than cost price one million) until end of June 2014, B4,200,000, Ranuka, mrsmum mygift@gmail.com, 0937877212

3-storey villa for sale New 3-storey villa in Phuket for sale.

Glass elevator, pool, ocean view.

700 sqm. Close to Villa Market mall.

Freehold possible. Priced at 13 MB. Contact: Mattias, Call : 090 067 3444 Email: info@progressivephuket.com

Nai Harn Baan Bua When only the best will do!!!!4 bed/pool villa in Phukets best kept gated community.410 sq.mtr villa.812 sq.mtr land.Overlooking lagoon.Beautiful.Ph: 0812704291. or thailandmls@gmail.com.

Price 22.5 MB.

Rawai Great Buying Lovely house with 2 bedrooms or separate SC flat downstairs.

Well ventilated with natural light in pristine condition.Distant sea views.4,995,000 Baht. Warren Crowe 081 270 4291 or thailandmls@gmail.com.

7th Floor Suites (Hotel) Building For Sale Kata Beach Center 9 apar tments and a 300 sqm Penthouse on the roof plus fully equipped restaurant and pool with terrace are free of rent and now available.

EXCLUSIVE UNIQUE RESORT W LAND 4 separate buildings with 11 different custom maid rooms, restaurant /cafeteria in a sweet and idyllic sanctuary for the sense. Surrounded by lush green mountains and tropical forest. The Resort is an oasis of natural beauty and only a couple of minutes walking to beautiful Naiharn beach! Location Soi Naya PRICE 33.3 MB. Cotact: oliver@ thurmanngroup.com, Call: 087-8772320

Price total 38 million Baht (9.50.000.euro) include chanote and Thai company.

For serious interest email: maurice.phuket@gmail.com, Tel: 081 788 8280

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Class Act Media is southern Thailand's most comprehensive media company, incorporating Phuket’s leading English newspaper ‘The Phuket News’, Russian language newspaper 'Novosti Phuketa', Phuket’s leading English radio station ‘Live 89.5’, Phuket English TV 'Phuket News TV' and a host of publications & services including ‘The Phuket Colouring book’ & ‘Phuket Ticket Master’.

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NEW 40 RAI WATERPARK IN PHUKET

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Seeking for qualified candidates for management positions;

Qualifications: ● Thai or Expat. ● Excellent communication and negotiation skills in Thai and English. ● Highly motivated self-starter with a positive attitude. ● Works well under pressure and has a will to succeed.

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Park Operation Manager with international working experience Marketing Director HR Manager F&B Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS A bachelor's degree in public administration or a related field. At least five years of management experience in a related field.Strong problem -solving and communication /english language/ skills. An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered.

● Competitive salary, bonuses and travel expenses. ● A friendly work environment. ● Social security paid by the company. ● Excellent career progress opportunities.

Interested candidates are invited to send application with full resume, in English, indicating qualifications, experience, recent photo and expected salary.

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EVENT/PR MANAGER Event/Pr Manager required for a well established event taking place in Phuket every December. Thai or foreign candidates considered but must have exceptional English language skills, reading, writing and speaking. Must be able to meet deadlines, work on own initiative and be a team player. gordon@asia-pacificsuperyachts.com

Russian staff needed Phuket-based company is looking for a Russian national with good command of English (and preferably Thai) language. Full time employment in line with Thai laws (non-b visa, WP). Salary starts from 30,000 THB. Please send CV and photo to opaopa543@mail.ru

HOST & SALES PERSON Lotus Medical International seeks to hire people both to host our clients coming to Thailand for surgery and for sales. Fluent English speaking and IT skills are totally essential as well as a friendly personality and a high level of empathy, customer service and motivation. Good salary available, please send your CV to info@lotusmedicalinternational.com

Business Development Executive We are searching for Thai nationals to fill our position as Area Business Development Executive to manage our list of customers in Phuket, Krabi and Khao Lak. Applicants should be fluent in English and have previous sales experience in Horeca. Must own a vehicle for business travel within the region.

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FREELANCE WEB / SEO / EDITING Do you require up-dates/SEO to your site, blog or Open Cart? Also: s-engine/ RSS/Blog submissions - PDF/Photo flip shows - Web Photo Video’s etc. Email: mr.m.hopkins@gmail.com.

RECEPTIONIST & FLOOR SUPERVISOR Sanctuar y is a cool,funky & unique beach resort on Koh Pha Ngan island.Great jobs for experienced receptionist & restaurant floor supervisor & cocktail bar person ( Thai National only) Contct Email: relax@thesanctuarythailand.com, Tel: 082 171 3614

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Soi Dog Foundation, the fastest growing animal welfare organization in Southeast Asia, seeks a Thai-Language Adoptions Coordinator to place homeless dogs and cats into loving homes in Thailand and worldwide, working closely with other members of the adoptions team. Responsibilities include posting about adoptable dogs and cats on Facebook and replying to comments, following up on adoptions that have been confirmed locally and overseas, adopting animals to Thai-speaking people, and coordinating adoptions of dogs rescued from the dog meat trade. The position requires excellent written and spoken Thai and English, excellent administrative skills, and a love for cats and dogs. Social media experience is a plus. A driving license is preferred but not essential as driving lessons will be provided if needed.

This is a full time position at Soi Dog’s animal shelter in Mai Khao, Phuket, Thailand. Expected salary: starting in the general area of 30,000 THB, depending on ability. Salary will be reviewed annually based on cost of living and performance. To apply, please send a CV or resume and a cover letter that explains why you are qualified for the position to cristy@soidog. org. Learn more about Soi Dog Foundation at www.SoiDog.org and www. facebook.com/SoiDogPageInEnglish.

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Buy&Sell BOATS & YACHTS TechWorX Marine.

Service and install of Smart phone or pad controlled Marine AV and IT, Media servers systems. External antenna 3G/4G internet systems.

Reliable onboard Wi-Fi. Phuket and Bangkok. Please email for info package. info@techworx.asia

Speed boat for Sale Steppa Fiberglass 36 feet ,Centre Console two 200 hp Yamaha outboard engines . Ideal for diving and tours.

B950,000 info@h2osportzphuket.com Call 081 8942124, B950,000, Klaus, klaus@h2osportzphuket.com

A steal for a quick sale 2007 Italian demo yacht Cranchi 47ft Hard Top. Fully loaded with Tropical air con, genset, Electrical winches, garage, roof, Raymarine Premium Navy, BBQ, Ice Maker, 3 Fridges, “Bose” Sound, 2007 Italian demo yacht Cranchi 47ft Hard Top. Fully loaded with Tropical air con, genset, Electrical winches, garage, roof, Raymarine Premium Navy, BBQ, Ice Maker, 3 Fridges, “Bose” Sound, Neon light, Twin 570HP with reliable shaft drive, under 300 hours, Brand New Condition. Euro 335,000. Tel: 089 971 0278, eddyelan@yahoo.com.

22m. Indonesian Pinisi Ketch Licensed and registered in Thailand.

She is in good condition and currently working as a snorkel and sunset tour boat. For sale or long-term rental. Price negotiable for quick sale. dragonheartthailand@gmail.com.

Bertram 505 Conver for sale Launched in 1989 this long range sport fishing vessel is powered by 2 Hino Marine 360hp V8 Turbo . The inte rior is fully air-conditioned and features a saloon, three cabins and a galley.

Price : 7,000,000 THB , Stefano, info@ thebigblues.com, 087 834 5293 .

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Williams 325 Turbojet for Sale

40FT Steel Cutter Sloop

GREAT DEAL! Year 2010, excellent condition, 40 knots in 4 sec! Sunbrella covers. Price for the new is 991, 620 THB, Resale price is 550, 000 THB! CALL NOW!, Contact Irina, sales@fivestarseacruises.com, 0895588811

Ready to cruise.Centrecockpit. Safe, strong German design.New Sails, 44HP Yanmar Engine, 6 Berths, solar, wind generator, BBQ, dinghy&outboard.

AUD$90K. 085 3780 498, yacht.an taia@gmail.com.

Luxury Yacht for Sale For sale 2002 Bertram 510 Flybridge luxury yacht. Reduced to only USD675,000.

Contact Marcus on marcus@leema rine.net.

NEW SEALINES AVAILABLE: Orders are now open for the new range of Sealine Sports and Flybridge, both 380 and 450. For details of this exciting new range Contact: inq@sea-yss. com - www.sea-yss.com - 081 370 1995.

Crownline 320 LS 5 0 k t s B o w r i d : Ve r y f a s t - n i c e s p o r t boat,2x350 MPI engines, year 2009, like new, lifetime hull warantty, only 100 working engine hours, Thai flag, tax payed. Only 3M THB, Airberth 0,5 M THB seperately. yacht@elas.si.

Yacht sale 36-ft Searay A very good condition with bedding for 5, air-con, generator, kitchenette, BBQ grill, twin propulsion, Mercruiser 5.0L bravo III DTS, raymarine chartplotter, GPS and depth sounder. B4.5 million.

Call 089 647 5204.

13 Metre Wooden Hull Cruiser Cap. 17 PAX. Wooden hull, 3.5 metres W, draws 1.5 meters, diesel engine generates 123 KW. Perfect for fishing or day tours. Fitted w Fish Finder and GPS. Was B1,500,000 now only B5 0 0,0 0 0. Call 082 414 6931, email: phil@ krabikon nect.com.

2009 POWER CATAMARAN 45f t. 4 cabins. Volvo D - 4 IPS 30 0.

Genset. Aircon. “Bose” surround. Raymarine. Low hours. Fully loaded. Fast and economical. As new. Bargain. Only 339,000 euros. Email: eddyelan@yahoo. com 089 971 0278, Eddie.

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SPEEDBOAT FOR SALE:

Steppa Fiberglass 32 feet Flybridge two 200 hp Yamaha outboard engines.

Ideal for diving and tours.

B850,000.

Call 081 894 2124.

SEATBOAT 369 sale. Year 2009, engines 2x225 hp, capacity 22 passengers, great condition, ready to run, 2 stern exits, bathroom, shower, set of new options (coach, tent antostaining), all documents.

Priced at 1.9 MB, negotiable. Call Andrey 085 368 5908.

NEW ZODIAC 420 YACHTLINE SPECIAL OFFER FROM MAX MARINE ASIA – A great sporty RIB, designed as a tender/people carrier for a larger vessel of approximately 70 feet. A smooth, fast ride guaranteed from the world’s most famous inflatable boat brand. -Hypalon tubes -Honda 50hp EFI 4 Stroke outboard -Boat cover FOR SALE AT 750,000 THB Contact Craig Murphy on 081-970-0583 Or, Paul Stamp on 08-40 60 70 20 www.maxmarine.asia.

LIV Aboard For Sale Compressors and tanks also available. Please contact Joe : 087 891 8912 joe@ similan-diving-safaris.com.

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Pick-up truck Chevrolet Colorado LTZ 2013 4x4 for sale. In use since November 2013, perfect condition. Diesel 2,8L, Full 4x4, AT, climate control, leather interior, white body.

One owner, 10000km, warranty, insurance.

Price 25000 USD. Black Honda PCX-150 2013 for sale. Tuned-up bike with warranty and insurance. Price 2000 USD. Call Artem

CAR FOR RENT Toyota Fortuner Model 2012, Limited Edition. Full option, long term: 28,000 THB/month.

Call Tik 081 737 3729 (after 6pm only). 080 718 5096 (all day), tikwill@ gmail.com

BOAT & CAR FOR SALE!!

CAR FOR SALE Honda CRV 2E (IV) 2011

Boat: Swedish imported Buster XL maid by aluminum 2 scow, Suzuki 4 stroke 150 HP outboard Engine used only 200hrs, Brenderup-trailer + wakeboard + all needed accessories.

Car: Mitsubishi Triton 4 wheel, only 6 years old.

Honda CRV 2E 2011 model 4WD. Only 40,000 Kms. Full options including Leather seats. Always serviced on time with full history and no prior accidents.

Excellent condition inside and out. Only 1 owner - selling due to leaving Phuket.

Price : 850,000 , Person : Simon , Email : md@classactmedia.co.th, Phone : 0847680536.

Boat and Car sells as a package or separate Reduce price now only 1.2MB! For more information please contact: 087-8772320 or E-mail:oliver@thurmanngroup.com

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0937285960, tema_lan@mail.ru

Nissan Teana Finance available. 11 months old. 2.5l. Full Options. Contact: Bernard, Call: 086 945 2626.

MOTORCYCLE FOR SALE Zoomer-X for sale Year 2013. Good condition, one owner, well maintained, Pr ic e 45,000 baht. Pls call Yui 088 765 5882

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CATERING EQUIPMENT GAS B.B.Q clearance sale The B.B.Q Center. GAS B.B.Q clearance sale cheapest in Thailand. All models only 19,000 Baht. Call Khun Thip: 076 366 860, 081 597 5568

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Superkidz Aquathon and Anyman takes place on September 6 at Thanyapura.

Phuket FC hang tough, draw with league leaders FOOTBALL J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

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here was little that separated Phuket FC and Yamaha League-1 leaders Nakhon Ratchasima FC on Sunday (August 23) as they played to a scoreless draw at Surakul Stadium in Phuket Town.

In Kendall Jagdeosingh’s first game back, Phuket FC showed signs of life at both ends of the field and held the Swat Cats to just a handful of scoring opportunities while creating some of their own.

Jagdeosingh displayed his remarkable speed, drawing defenders to the sidelines to create space for fellow Phuket striker Anusak Laosangthai and deliver some crosses into the box.

The tactic almost worked

Phuket’s Yusuke Sato goes for a header late in the match againt Nakhon Ratchasima on Aug 24. Photo: JP Mestanza in the 22nd minute of the first half, as Jagdeosingh slipped a pass to Andre Andrezinho” Lopes who played a beautiful through ball to Laosangthai.

Swat Cats keeper’ and former Phuket player Kamphol Pathomattakul managed to save what would have been a potential score.

In the 38th minute, An-

Thai team arrives in Phuket for training camp, three friendlies FOOTBALL THE THAILAND NATIONAL football team arrived at British International School, Phuket (BISP) last Tuesday (August 26) to begin a two-week training camp at the prestigious international school.

The team, made up of U-23 players, will be preparing for the 17th Asian Games in South Korea, taking place September 19 to October 6, with three warm-up matches at Surakul Stadium in Phuket Town.

The first match takes place Sunday (August 31) against Myanmar, with a second match on September 3 against Phuket FC. The final friendly will be against Qatar on September 7.

All matches kick off at 6:30pm (tickets: B200 general admission, B500 for VIP).

The entire time, the Thailand U-23 team will live and @thephuketnews

BISP Head Master Neil Richards with coach Kiatisak Senamuang. Photo: BISP train at BISP. Head Coach Kiatisuk “Zico” Senamuang, who led the squad to gold in the SEA Games last year, said he likes his team’s chances in this competition.

“I have managed several national teams and this is the best. We have a chance of winning the gold medal,” he said last week.

The Thai side’s best results were fourth place (in 2002, 1998, and 1990.

drezinho almost put Phuket up with a nice free kick shot from distance, forcing Kamphol to make another save.

From there on out it was a see-saw match, with both teams testing each other’s defenses. Still, wide shots and easy punches for both goalkeepers marked the rest of the game.

Ney Fabiano came in with just under 15 minutes left in the match and provided a bit of a spark, finding open space and threatening the Swat Cats towards the end of the game.

The draw gives Phuket FC one point and snaps their two game losing-streak.

“We improved a lot. The coach came here maximum two weeks. We had a lot. We prepared extemley well fro this game we knew it was going to be a tough game because it is the number 1 team. We came into the game tonight respecting them not fearing them,” Jagdesosingh said after the match.

Phu ket FC remain in 13th place (32 points) on the League-1 table with seven matches left on the season.

The team’s next match is this Saturday (August 30) at Phitsanulok, Phuket FC coach Reuther Moreira’s former team. Kick-off is set for 5pm.

Aquathon to bring out swimmers of all ages SUPERKIDZ THANYAPURA SUPER kidz is hosting an Aquathon race combining swimming and running to kick off the school year with race distances and formats designed for all ages and levels The Superkidz Aquathon a n d A n y m a n (a d u l t) Aquathon are a great chance for children from as young as 4-5 years old (Tri Tot athletes), and adults of any fitness level to have a go at these short, fun distances.

Their are also team relay categories for beginners or seasoned athletes for teams of two competitors with one swimmer and one runner.

The entry fee is B500 for individual races, B600 for team relays - prices include a finisher shirt.

Tri Tot athletes (ages 4 to 5) can join the event free of charge with a chance to swim 25m and run 200m to give them a little taste

of multisport fun and competition.

Age Groups & Race Distances: Age 4-5 25m Swim/ 200m Run (free entry) Age 6, 7-8 100m Swim/ 1K Run Age 9-10, 11-12 200m Swim/ 2K Run Age 13-15 400m Swim/ 4K Run Age 16-65 500m Swim/ 5K Run Thanyapura is also introducing a monthly Fun Friday Aquathon race series on the last Friday of each month to create a more competitive training environment. The first Fun Friday Aquathon will take place on September 26 at 5pm.

For more information, visit www.thanyapura.com or email sportcamp@thanyapura.com.

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ICC stun Tri-B’s, Laguna back to winning ways CRICKET

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efending champions Laguna gained momentum with a win over Thalang in round 8 of the Outrigger T20 League just as ICC ended the winning streak of a surging Bondi Bar Bashers team last Sunday (August 24) at the Alan Cooke Ground in Thalang.

ICC take the win Unlucky in their past few outings, ICC were due a victory and it came against a confident Tri-B team.

The tone was set from the first ball which Tri-B batsman Mike khan dispatched for a straight six back over the bowlers head – game on. But Kahn eventually was clean bowled by Shetgaonkey for 27 in the 7th over.

ICC tightened up their bowling and boundaries were

hard to come by. Tri-B batsmen tried to up the run rate but Justin Swart was caught behind down the leg side off the bowling of Saleam for 8.

Paddy Morton (25) decided enough was enough and advanced down the track to dispatch a great lofted drive straight down the throat of fielder Borkar, who took a great catch. This wicket really swung the momentum ICC’s way

Anthony van Blerk (9) and Neil Quail (15) to take BBB’s to a below par score of 145 Chasing only 146, ICC opening batsman were looking to close the game out early.

Richard Desmond was given the ball straight after drinks and trapped Anan Chand LBW with his first delivery.

With 2 overs to go ICC needed 12 runs to win, but Naik (30) and Desai (12) absorbed the pressure to secure

victory with 2 balls left.

Laguna gain momentum

Batting first, Thalang sent out Phuket best batesman – Justin Thomatoes – as bowler Iqbal Malik achieved a breakthrough from the first ball of the 2nd over when Thomatoes (4) mistimed a shot and got caught mid-wicket. Iqbal strick again in the same over, removing Gary Carrick (0).

Reeling at 62, Captain Andrew Macmillan entered the arena and moved quickly on to 12 from 10 balls before getting caught in the 5th over

by Naeem Youseff.

Donovan Cowell then combined with Dupont to steady the ship before the former was caught on the final ball before the break with Thalang 48-4.

Thalang’s hopes fell upon big-hitting Simon Wetherell who only managed 11 further

runs. Thalang eventually accumulated 96-9 from their 20 overs.

With a run rate required of less than 5 per over, Laguna were looking to get off to a solid start.

Iqbal Malik joined opener Manish Sadarangani for a 52 run partnerships, which ended in the 14th over with the score 77-3. Malik later guided Laguna home to victory in 17 overs.

The win puts Laguna in 2nd place, behind the previously undefeated Bondi Bar Bashers.

Next matches take place Sunday (August 31) at the Alan Cooke Ground with Laguna vs Village at 10am and Thalang vs ICC at 2pm.

If anyone is interested in getting involved with cricket in Phuket, please email the Phuket Cricket Group Chairman at chairman@phuketcricketgroup.com, or visit www.phuketcricketgroup.com for more information.

Full Metal Dojo 2 rocks Phuket MMA THE SOUNDS OF PUNISHing strikes and the cheering crowd was at a fever pitch last Saturday (August 23) at the Full Metal Dojo 2 show in Patong.

The young promotion, which held their second ever show at Seduction Nightclub on Bangla Road, saw an eightfight main card that featured a historic Thai-against-Thai women’s MMA bout in addition to the litany of international competitors.

Afghani fighter Baz Mohammad Mubariz (4-2) walked away with a decision victory over Kristoffer “Creepy” Persson (2-4) in the co-main event

bout. Persson was left bloodied with a bandage over his right eye due to the Mubariz’s relentless attack on the ground.

History was made as well,

with the first ever all-Thai professional female bout having taken place for the first time in Thailand. Suwanon “Pocket Rocket” Boonsorn defeated Kaejai Prachumwong in the second round.

Despite both fighters’ experience in Muay Thai, Suwanon won the bout via submission (armbar).

“That was something that was super unexpected. She pulled it off so cleanly that her opponent’s arm popped and it was let go, proving once again that [Brazilian Jiu Jitsu] is making its way into Thailand MMA,” FMD organiser Jon Nutt said.

France’s Jason Ponet (10-8)

took care of Dylan Fussell (2-1) in the first round after a vicious striking barrage that opened up a big gash on the American’s forehead. Still, Fussell took on the fight on just four hours notice after the original competitor – Finnish fighter Glenn Sparv – had to pull out due to an undisclosed illness.

Michael Dubois, fighting out of Phuket’s Tiger Muay Thai & MMA Training Camp, defeated Filipino fighter Trestle Tan in under 30 seconds. The win was the first in Dubois’ young career (this was his second ever pro fight), after he lost two months ago in the inaugural FMD show in which he took on the fight last minute.

The island has steadily grown over the years as a haven for combat athletes, specifically mixed martial artists. Full Metal Dojo 2 is the natural extension of that growth and has featured several Phuket-based fighters.

The next show, however, will take place in either Bangkok or Pattaya this October as the promotion gathers steam as a touring MMA event.

Still, the event brought out several heavy hitters in the Thailand combat scene, including ONE FC fighter Adam Kayoom and Kru Toy Sityodtong – owner of Sityodtong Muay Thai in Pattaya and the most well-known trainer/ gym owner in Thailand.

“Not only does [Kru Toy] come from a camp that has more Lumpinee champions, he’s fully on board with MMA. He realises that Muay Thai is

Muay Thai and MMA is MMA, it’s all combat sports. This will all help in educating people in combat sports.

FULL RESULTS:

Jason Ponet (10-8) defeats Dylan Fussell (2-1) – Round 1, Stoppage Baz Mohammad Mubariz (4-2) defeats Kristoffer Persson (2-4) – Round 3, Unanimous Decision Michael Dubois (1-1) defeats Trestle Tan (2-3-1 NC) – Round 1, TKO Stoppage Chatmongkohn “Noom” Simma defeats Supat Senapol – Round 1, Stoppage Kichong Tran defeats Kritsada Kongsrichai – Round 2 submission (Rear naked choke) Suwanon “Pocket Rocket” Boonsorn defeats Kaewjai Prachumwong – Round 2 Submission (Armbar) Takuro Nishimura defeats Detchadin “Phetsingkorn” Sornsirisupathin – Round 3 Submission Jeremy Dichiara defeats Saeed Yousefi Ramandi – Round 1, TKO stoppage

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Phuket Super Six League: Season 8, Round 1

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Local derby between TEFL (white) vs Thailand Weightloss (blue) ends with a narrow 2-1 victory to TEFL. Photo: Karl Ward

DIVISION 1 Shakers FC 3 – 2 Pita Bar Phuketeers Two Chefs 1 – 2 Joy Dive FC Phuket Condos & Homes 3 – 2 TT Boys

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h ile most k id s are toiling away with videogames, 11-year-old Wanchai “Mark” Luangnitikul is at the links trying to perfect his putt.

It’s an ordinary Saturday for the junior golfer with his father Pricha at his side at Phunaka Golf Course in Chalong. Just two weeks before, he was celebrating his 4th place finish at the prestigious Callaway Junior World Golf Championships in San Diego, California – one of the toughest youth golf competitions on the planet.

Though his family is proud of his achievements, Mark just wants to improve.

“I think I can do better than this,” he said, “I could not putt on the last day. I putt for birdie in every hole but could not make the last few holes.”

The Phuket-native only picked up a golf club after he turned seven. Just fives months later, he was asked to join the Thailand junior golf team. At nine-years-old, he competed in the Callaway Junior World Golf Championships for the first time and finished in 5th place. Today, he is regular competitor at international tournaments in Malaysia, Japan, Australia, and Taiwan in addition to his various sponsorships from companies in Japan and Thailand.

But on weekdays, he’s just Mark, a student at Kajonkiet International School with dreams of turning professional.

“I just want to play golf.

MEMORIAL WINDS BLOW – The Andrew Simpson Foundation has organized a memorial sail for Andrew “Bart” Simpson who passed away in the Americas Cup Challenge. Over 500 Yacht Clubs have signed up worldwide to race on the September 21 (start time at 10:05am). The ACYC is a registered club for this event and will be organizing two races. The First race will start off Koh Naka Yai and finish in Chalong Bay. The second race will start off Koh Naka Yai and finish at Koh Naka Yai. Both Races will share the same start (10:05 am). Sail and power boats that prefer not to race can join in by sailing to Koh Naka Yai and take part in the dinner at Tenta Nakara Resort.

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Wanchai “Mark” Luangnitikul placed fourth in the Callaway Junior World Golf Championships in the United States earlier this month.

On free time, I just watch video about golf, watch golf channel. Everything is golf, only think about golf. I draw stick man and a golf club and create story about golf,” he told The Phuket News.

Mark’s discipline on the golf course (five hours every weekday, over 10 hours on the weekend) clearly come from his father Pricha, a former badminton player for the

Thailand national team. Pricha gleams with pride when he says his son is currently being scouted by professional Golf academies in the US and Australia, including an offer to train with Jason Day, currently one of the ten best golfers in the world.

Still, Mark has already moved on from the fact that he just placed 4th out of 145 of the world’s best junior

golfers. His sights are set on competing later this month in Bangkok, this December in Malaysia and again in Hong Kong next March.

Ninlana, Mark’s mother, believes he could be worse distractions.

“Better to play golf than videogames,” she said, “I think golf helps him have more positive thinking and concentrate in all things.”

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Jovetic delivers double as Man City sink Liverpool FOOTBALL

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tevan Jovetic scored twice as champions Manchester City beat last season’s runners-up Liverpool 3-1 on Monday (August 25) in the first major showdown of the new Premier League campaign.

Mario Balotelli was in the stands to watch new employers Liverpool take on former club City after completing his £16 million move to Anfield from AC Milan, but it was another 24-year-old who took centre stage at the Etihad Stadium.

Jovetic’s debut campaign at City was spoilt by injury, but the Montenegro striker scored either side of half-time to send Manuel Pellegrini’s side towards victory over the team they pipped to last season’s title.

The only point of concern for Pellegrini was an injury to striker Edin Dzeko, who hobbled off mid-way through the second period, but his replacement, Sergio Aguero, needed only 23 seconds to score City’s third.

“When you play against a strong team you have to concentrate and our concentration and intensity was good,” said Pellegrini, adding that Dzeko’s injury appeared to be “nothing important”.

It was a first away loss

Manchester City’s Montenegrin striker Stevan Jovetic shoots to score the opening goal of the English Premier League football match between Manchester City and Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium. Photo: AFP/Carl Court of 2014 for Brendan Rodgers’s Liverpool, who replied through a Pablo Zabaleta own goal, and left City one of only four teams to have won their first two fixtures, alongside Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Swansea City.

“Up until they scored, we were the better side,” said Rodgers.

On Sunday (August 24), Nacer Chadli scored twice as Tottenham Hotspur ensured there was no happy return to White Hart Lane for Harry Redknapp as they beat their former manager’s Queens Park Rangers side 4-0.

Chadli put Spurs ahead in the 12th minute when he thrashed home Emmanuel Adebayor’s cross from six yards out.

Defender Eric Dier doubled Spurs’ lead with his second goal in as many matches when he headed in Erik Lamela’s corner at the near post on the half hour.

Tottenham went 3-0 up in the 37th minute, the match all but over before half time.

Argentinian playmaker Lamela was again involved, his precise pass finding the head of Chadli, who nodded in from six yards.

In the 65th minute, Togo striker Adebayor side-footed home from six yards out after a fine run and cross by Danny Rose.

Victory meant Spurs went to the top of the table as one of only three sides, with Chelsea and Swansea, to have won both their opening games.

Championship play-off winners QPR – who have Tottenham great and former England manager Glenn Hoddle working under Redknapp – have now lost two out of two following their 1-0 loss at home to Hull on the opening weekend.

Meanwhile, Jose Mourinho was adamant Fernando Torres had a future at Chelsea despite the Spain striker playing no part in the Blues’ 2-0 Premier League win over Leicester City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday (August 23).

“I decided to keep the same team (that beat Burnley 3-1 on the opening weekend) and I decided to have a bench with a complete balance,” Mourinho explained.

Saturday (August 23) also saw Arsenal’s impressive resilience in coming from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 at Everton.

Meanwhile Swansea followed up their shock 2-1 win away to Manchester United with a 1-0 victory at home to Burnley. AFP

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BISP plans tennis takeover TENNIS J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

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hough months away from the official launch of the High Performance Tennis Academy, the physical education department at British International School Phuket got a close look at the new coaching system that will be implemented.

Lee Austrin, an accomplished tennis coach and former player, will head up the HPTA at the school once it revs up in January. The Brit is part of Registro Profesional de Tenis (RPT), a coaching organisation that champions the Spanish style of play, which has produced four no.

1-ranked players – amongst a litany of other top 20 athletes – in the last 20 years.

Last Thursday (August 21),

(Top) Lee Austrin, BISP’s new tennis coach. (Right) BISP Teachers get their serve on.

Austrin and RPT co-founder Adrian Rattenbury introduced a few tennis moves and exercises to teachers at the school to get them excited about the prospects of launching another

world-class program.

“This is massive for us because we have a vision of the school to be world class. We have world class swimmers, world class football academy,

and the aim now is to get a world class tennis program,” said Richard Stockings, head of the Physical Education Department.

“Having RPT here means

we can attract young people to come here and could put Phuket on the map as a tennis center of excellence, which is what we want,” he said.

Stocking added that the

school will work with the existing social tennis club to internally scout potential players for the HPTA with an eye on a full launch in January. Meanwhile, Austrin will impart his wisdom to students and take charge of the HPTA. “Basically, by the end of every year we are looking for improvement on the four pillars of the RPT system: technical, tactical, physical and mental. We want to see improvement in these kids’ lives and to have more kids involved in tennis.”

Austrin has worked with top ten-ranked players from Sri Lanka, Thailand, the UK. He believes it won’t take long for BISP to hit the elite level.

“We will gradually attract some of the top players to the school. But it’s not all about results, it’s about teaching children how to play correctly and be great adults,” he said.

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ANOTHER TALENTED island athlete will hit the main stage.

Jassada “Arm” Hongsawong, A 15-year-old from the Youth Football Home Foundation (YFH) for orphaned and destitute boys, was recently named to the final roster of the U-16 Thailand national team squad. The Buriram-native

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has been training with the top squad for several months and was finally given an official spot on the team last week ahead of an international tournament later this year.

“Jassada has done amazing. I never belive... we never ever get this kind of level so early,” said Hannu Tuukanen, Football Director at YFH. In addition, Arm and another YFH player will head

off to Germany to train with Bundesliga club Schalke 04’s youth squad for several weeks to get experience and hone their football skills.

“I think this means that, of course, working hard can bring something special,” said Tuukanen. “He can play any defensive position. So in October he will be able to learn more with top Euro youth players.”

Jassana “Arm” Hongsawong, 15, was named to the Thailand U16 national team. Photo: Youth Football Home Foundation.

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allaby coach Ewen McKenzie last Wednesday (August 27) demanded far more from his team against South Africa as they look to recover from their mauling at the hands of the All Blacks last weekend.

The Australians have been licking their wounds this week after crashing to a record 51-20 defeat to their Tasman neighbours in Auckland on Saturday (August 23) in the Rugby Championship.

McKenzie admitted it was not good enough.

“We don’t hide from the fact that our performance against New Zealand was well below our own expecta-

Australian Wallabies fullback Israel Folau (2/R) collides with teammate Michael Hooper (2/L) as he is tackled by New Zealand All Blacks prop Owen Franks (R) in their rugby union Test Match in Sydney. Photo: AFP/William West tions, which was especially disappointing considering the

momentum we had created since last year’s (southern

hemisphere) spring tour,” he said.

“We’ll address that and then get on with preparing for what will be a very tough battle against South Africa.”

They will go into the clash against the Springboks in Perth on September 6 without at least two of the players who started in Auckland – Pat McCabe and Nathan Charles.

Outside back McCabe fractured his neck during the Eden Park clash – for the third time since 2012 – which his ACT Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham on Wednesday (August 27) said had ended his rugby career.

Charles will also be missing with a pectoral tear that has ruled him out for the rest of the season, as he joined fellow hookers Stephen Moore and Tolu Latu on the injured list.

In announcing a 30-man

squad, McKenzie called up young Western Force centre Kyle Godwin for his first taste of Wallaby action while powerful hooker Tatafu Polota-Nau is recalled.

Although Polota-Nau is back in the mix, McKenzie said he would not be considered for the match as he continues to recover from an injured knee. Instead, he will be aimed at a return against Argentina on September 13.

“Kyle is someone who has been on the national radar for some time, but unfortunately hasn’t had much of an opportunity to join the Wallabies environment due to injury,” McKenzie said.

“He now gets his chance to join the squad, and we’ll look forward to learning more about him.” AFP

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