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Torking the talk with Phuket Andaman FC’s hitman
Torking the talk with Phuket Andaman FC’s hitman
FOOTBALL: Phuket Andaman FC’s Osama Mohamed ‘Torky’ Abdelrahaman radiates an undeniable joy about being in Phuket as the charming, softly-spoken Egyptian effortlessly discusses settling in with his new teammates.
Lobster Men hoping for third time lucky
Lobster Men hoping for third time lucky
FOOTBALL: Phuket Andaman FC (PAFC) host Nara United FC on Sunday (Sept 29) hoping to get their Thai League 3 season up and running.
Exorcists prevail as Phuket face their own demons
Exorcists prevail as Phuket face their own demons
FOOTBALL: Every project needs a beginning; some are easy, and some take time. Invariably, projects in Thailand fall into the latter category.
Step by Step: Thailand’s new tax law a double-edged sword for expats
Step by Step: Thailand’s new tax law a double-edged sword for expats
OPINION: There is a tremor of worry growing amongst expats in Thailand, with the growing fear of the new tax laws coming into practise. Thailand has long been a haven for expatriates seeking a tropical paradise with a low cost of living, laid back culture and welcoming atmosphere. However, a new tax law currently under consideration by the Thai Revenue Department is causing significant concern among the expat community.
Lobster Men head to Satun for tough clash
Lobster Men head to Satun for tough clash
FOOTBALL: Phuket Andaman FC (PAFC) will be looking to put the disapointment of their opening game defeat last weekend behind them as they travel to PT Satun in game two of the Thai League 3 season today (Sept 21).
Visit of the ‘Jigsaws’ puzzles Phuket Andaman
Visit of the ‘Jigsaws’ puzzles Phuket Andaman
FOOTBALL: Some pills are hard to swallow, and the fact that their home pitch is unfit to play on is one Phuket Andaman FC (PAFC) will have to come to terms with as soon as possible.
Step by Step: The electric vehicle surge and Thailand's plastic curse
Step by Step: The electric vehicle surge and Thailand's plastic curse
OPINION: The streets of Phuket, and indeed across Thailand, are undergoing a quiet transformation. The subtle hum of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids is becoming increasingly familiar, marking a change welcomed by many. However, this shift isn't fueled by a sudden wave of environmental consciousness among Thais and expats. Instead, it's a matter of market dynamics: these vehicles are now affordably priced, offer attractive credit and undeniably fashionable.
Lobster Men march into the new season
Lobster Men march into the new season
FOOTBALL: A new era dawns in Phuket as Andaman FC embarks on a fresh season, brimming with optimism and newfound ambitions under the stewardship of their new ownership The Higher Sports Academy.
Russell Horsley’s goal to redefine football in Phuket
Russell Horsley’s goal to redefine football in Phuket
FOOTBALL: Russell Horsley shatters the mould of the typical Thai football club director. He is not a former politician seeking personal gain, nor an entrepreneur looking to curry favour in the local market. In the two weeks since his takeover of Phuket Andaman FC, Russell hasn’t missed a single training session.
Step by Step: The Fehr verdict, a wake-up call for Thailand's justice system
Step by Step: The Fehr verdict, a wake-up call for Thailand's justice system
OPINION: The recent acquittal of Swiss national Urs Fehr has sent ripples across Thailand, reigniting a critical debate about the delicate balance between justice, public opinion and the rule of law.
Step by Step: A call for construction compliance
Step by Step: A call for construction compliance
OPINION: Phuket's real estate boom has cast a harsh light on a troubling reality: a construction industry plagued by a disregard for worker welfare and safety. The recent landslide in Karon, which tragically claimed lives in a buried workers' camp, underscores the devastating consequences of this negligence. It's time for a change, and we can find a model for this transformation in an industry that has long prioritised compliance and ethical practices: the textile industry.
Step by Step: Phuket's property agents out of control
Step by Step: Phuket's property agents out of control
OPINION: In the hallowed halls of Western real estate lore, agents have long borne the ignominious reputation of “snake oil salesmen”, slick charlatans peddling dreams and sweet-talking their way to a commission.
Step by Step: Phuket's concrete jungle, the price of ‘progress’
Step by Step: Phuket's concrete jungle, the price of ‘progress’
OPINION: The current monsoon season has once again brought Phuket to its knees, not just with its torrential rains but also with the devastating floods that followed. While flooding is an annual occurrence on the island, this year's damage seems to have hit harder and wider than before. Homes that had never seen a drop of water in decades were submerged, businesses were shuttered, and lives were disrupted. The question on everyone's lips is, ‘Why?’
Step by Step: Phuket, an island divided? The Heroines Monument roadworks and their impact
Step by Step: Phuket, an island divided? The Heroines Monument roadworks and their impact
OPINION: Phuket, our captivating island nestled in the Andaman Sea, boasts many assets and attractions including a thriving tourism industry. However, the ongoing traffic issues threaten to divide the island, driving many to despair and even talk of moving elsewhere. The roadworks at the Heroines Monument, a key intersection in the heart of Phuket, have brought traffic to a standstill, turning a once-sometime-convenient commute into a gruelling ordeal.
Step by Step: How regulatory changes are poised to reshape Phuket’s tourism industry landscape
Step by Step: How regulatory changes are poised to reshape Phuket’s tourism industry landscape
OPINION: Thailand’s recent decision to ease regulations on coastal hotels, particularly in tourist hotspots like Phuket, Krabi and Phang Nga, marks a pivotal moment for the country’s tourism sector. By bringing thousands of previously “illegal” hotel rooms into the legal framework, the government is not only providing relief to small hotel owners but also fostering a more dynamic and competitive tourism market that could significantly benefit Phuket’s economy.
Step by Step: Welcome to the Phuket real estate jungle
Step by Step: Welcome to the Phuket real estate jungle
OPINION: “Welcome to the jungle, we got fun and games, we got everything you want, honey, we know the names,” so croons Axl Rose in Guns N’ Roses’ iconic anthem, and while the lyrics may not have been penned with Phuket’s real estate market in mind, they capture its essence with chilling accuracy.
Step by Step: Hoodwinked at the supermarket
Step by Step: Hoodwinked at the supermarket
OPINION: I want to share a story that should serve as a wake-up call to every consumer in Phuket, and indeed, all of Thailand. A dismayed client recently contacted me after a shocking experience at a new supermarket in the south of the island. While shopping, they were lured in by a bottle of wine with a shelf tag clearly displaying a price of B298. Imagine their shock upon returning home and finding that the bottle had actually rung up at B3,399.
A new dawn for Phuket Andaman FC
A new dawn for Phuket Andaman FC
FOOTBALL: As a long term Phuket Andaman FC fan, I have witnessed the club’s tumultuous journey through the highs and lows of Thai football.
Step by Step: The Thai Workforce Paradox ‒ from overstaffing to a looming shortage
Step by Step: The Thai Workforce Paradox ‒ from overstaffing to a looming shortage
OPINION: Imagine a swarm of bees, each individual buzzing about, seemingly contributing to the collective hum. Yet, a closer look might reveal a surprising number perched idly, disengaged from the hive’s essential tasks. This mirrors the scene often witnessed in a Thai store, where scores of employees seem more absorbed in their phones than in assisting customers. It’s a snapshot of Thailand’s long-standing over-employment issue, particularly prevalent in retail and government sectors.
Step by Step: A farewell to Blue Tree and the future of Cherng Talay fun
Step by Step: A farewell to Blue Tree and the future of Cherng Talay fun
OPINION: The news will hit many Cherng Talay families like a rogue wave – Blue Tree Lagoon, the water park that had echoed with children’s laughter for years, is closing its doors. From Aug 1, 2024, the water park ‘Lagoon’ part of the business will close. This for many, myself included, wasn’t just isn’t the end of just a water park, it was the end of a safe haven for families in the area.