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Phuket raises the bar: Lighthouse International School receives Alberta accreditation
Phuket raises the bar: Lighthouse International School receives Alberta accreditation
Saturday 10 May 2025 01:00 PM
PHUKET: Phuket’s reputation as a global destination has taken a significant stride forward, not only as a tropical paradise but also as a hub for world-class education after Lighthouse International School received accreditation by the Government of Alberta, Canada, for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Crunching the numbers with Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal
Crunching the numbers with Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal
Saturday 3 May 2025 02:00 PM
If you ask a serious movie lover what is their favourite Ben Affleck movie you will be surprised how many answer The Accountant.
The Space Rock that missed us... but might sock the Moon
The Space Rock that missed us... but might sock the Moon
Saturday 3 May 2025 01:00 PM
Once upon a starlit evening in December 2024, astronomers discovered something small, fast and potentially very rude hurtling through our solar neighbourhood. They named it Asteroid 2024 YR4 - because apparently “Doom Pebble” didn’t make it past the naming committee.
Mining and crafting laughs with Jack Black and Co
Mining and crafting laughs with Jack Black and Co
Thursday 1 May 2025 01:00 PM
It is the movie that has everybody talking at the moment. Not only has A Minecraft Movie blitzed at the box office but in the US it has players of the video game it is based on so excited that police have had to be called to cinemas to calm down excited teens and children.
British Ambassador Officially Opens Innovation Hub at BISP
British Ambassador Officially Opens Innovation Hub at BISP
Tuesday 29 April 2025 01:21 PM
On Monday, 28th April 2025, the British International School, Phuket (BISP) marked a significant milestone with the official opening of the BISP Innovation Hub – a dynamic new space designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and future-ready skills across the school community.
Road tripping through Southern Thailand
Road tripping through Southern Thailand
Sunday 27 April 2025 02:00 PM
Just beyond Phuket’s shores lies an eclectic region of sleepy fishing villages, ancient rainforests, postcard-perfect coastlines and limestone karsts that pierce the sky. Thailand’s southern peninsula, sandwiched between the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea, makes for a fantastic multi day circular road trip.
Understanding why macros matter
Understanding why macros matter
Sunday 27 April 2025 11:00 AM
Most people know how to count calories. Fewer people know what those calories are made of and that is where nutrition really starts to matter. Enter macros. Short for macronutrients, macros are the proteins, fats and carbohydrates that make up the food you eat – and they play a huge role in how your body looks, feels and functions. Whether your goal is to build muscle, lose fat or just feel better in your own skin, learning how to balance your macros can completely change your approach to food.
How reward incentives can help Phuket clean up its act
How reward incentives can help Phuket clean up its act
Sunday 20 April 2025 11:00 AM
Recently the Thai government introduced a controversial but potentially effective policy targeting e-cigarette users and sellers. Under this scheme, anyone reporting illegal vaping activities via the Thang Rath mobile app is eligible to receive 60% of the fines collected. Informants could earn as much as B3,000 from a single successful report, a compelling incentive to help enforce this public health measure.
Rami Malek proves he’s no amateur
Rami Malek proves he’s no amateur
Saturday 19 April 2025 02:00 PM
When it comes to heroes in spy films on our screen it feels like there are two extremes. You either get the highly trained at their job, like Ethan Hunt or James Bond, or you get the bumbling buffoon like Johnny English, who is there for comedic relief.
AI acts in the world: Understanding AI agents and workflows
AI acts in the world: Understanding AI agents and workflows
Sunday 13 April 2025 02:00 PM
Until now using AI has been like consulting an oracle in a cave. It tells you lots of amazing things, but it’s up to you to act on that information. Now the AI genie is escaping the bottle to play in the real world by itself. This is Agentic AI, and its consequences are monumental.
Enjoying Mediterranean charm in Phuket
Enjoying Mediterranean charm in Phuket
Sunday 13 April 2025 11:00 AM
Let’s be honest, a time out is always welcome, not least of all in recent months as Phuket has become increasingly hectic. The chance to slow down, take a breath, relax, unwind and recharge is sometimes exactly what we need.
Cycling down memory lane
Cycling down memory lane
Sunday 6 April 2025 02:00 PM
Turning 76 while riding a bicycle, as I recently did, is not for the faint-hearted, well not in Phuket’s torrid maelstrom it’s not!
A Working Man just doesn’t quite work
A Working Man just doesn’t quite work
Saturday 5 April 2025 02:00 PM
Take one of the biggest action heroes in modern cinema, Jason Statham (Hobbs & Shaw) and place him in a film co-written by Oscar winning screenwriter Sylvester Stallone (Rocky) and directed by the brilliant David Ayer (Suicide Squad) and you would expect something brilliant – right?
In Sri Lanka, a monkey of a surprise
In Sri Lanka, a monkey of a surprise
Sunday 30 March 2025 02:00 PM
It is a short list of countries where you can surf, encounter diverse wildlife and visit spectacular archaeological sites. Peru, Mexico and Indonesia come to mind. If you also want to meander among tea estates, this shortlist narrows further.
The Battle of the Bulge
The Battle of the Bulge
Sunday 30 March 2025 11:00 AM
The tussle with weight loss is perhaps one of the most common predicaments that drive individuals to seek health coaching. The refrain “I simply cannot shed these kilos?” is all too familiar. The internet is inundated with “the best” ways to lose weight that range from expensive and painful to the ridiculous.
A slow-burn with real Presence
A slow-burn with real Presence
Saturday 29 March 2025 02:00 PM
When it comes to cinema there is nothing that filmmaker Steven Soderbergh has tackled over the years. From big Hollywood franchises like Magic Mike and Oceans through to alternative films like Sex, Lies & Videotape and the very under-rated Haywire.
Phuket gains ground as LGBTQIA+ hub
Phuket gains ground as LGBTQIA+ hub
Sunday 23 March 2025 12:00 PM
Phuket has once again proven why it stands at the forefront of LGBTQIA+ diversity, equity and inclusion in Southeast Asia. On Mar 14, the Bangkok Rainbow Organisation, in collaboration with Diversity In Thailand (DIT) and TransTalents Consulting Group, hosted the groundbreaking ‘3P Paradigm: Sustainable Impact Through Pride-Public-Private Partnership’ seminar at Prince of Songkla University (PSU) in Phuket.
Seventh heaven dining at Bang Tao Beach
Seventh heaven dining at Bang Tao Beach
Sunday 23 March 2025 11:00 AM
As the highest restaurant in Bang Tao, 7th Floor Restaurant & Bar offers a dining experience with impressive panoramic sunset views.
Ryan Coogler talks Sinners
Ryan Coogler talks Sinners
Saturday 22 March 2025 02:00 PM
In a time period where cinema trailers are often accused of giving away plot points that should have remained secret, it is has been kind of nice to see a trailer released that actually leaves the public asking questions.
The Rise of Artificial Intelligence: Transforming Industries and Society
Thursday 20 March 2025 09:00 AM
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly transitioned from a futuristic concept to an integral part of modern life. From everyday applications like virtual assistants and recommendation systems to cutting-edge uses in healthcare, finance, and education, AI is reshaping how we live and work. This transformative technology is poised to disrupt every aspect of our lives, presenting both immense opportunities and challenges. Understanding AI's current applications, its potential, and the ethical concerns that come with it is crucial as we move toward an increasingly automated world.

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