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Water levels at Bang Neow Dum reservoir in Srisoonthorn are dangerously low. Photo: Tanyaluk Sakoot

Tanyaluk Sakoot “During the dry season, there is announcements,” he added. in the Cherng Talay and Srisoonthorn [email protected] less water to replenish water supplies. The water ration measures were areas to start using water more spar- This leads to having not enough water as follows: ingly were first unveiled by a report arge areas of Cherng Talay, that people need to use,” Mr MaAnn In Moo 2, which includes Soi Bang by The Phuket News in November, SPORT PAGE 32 mostly concentrated in the said in his statement announcing the Tao 8, Soi Nok Na, Soi Ao Bang Tao when Somsawat Chaisinsod, Director LBang Tao area, went on water water restrictions. 4 and Soi Bang Tao 12, water is now of Phuket Provincial Irrigation Office, WCGC Worlds rations this week in an attempt to Mr MaAnn urged residents to available from 7am to 8pm only. explained that the Bang Neow Dum prevent what water remains in Bang use as little water as possible and to Throughout all of Moo 3, water reservoir contained only about 3.25 Neow Dum reservoir from running keep water reserves in containers supply is available from 5:30am to million cubic meters. The reservoir’s qualifier set for out before the annual rains return for use when mains water supply is 10:30am, and from 3:30pm to 9:30pm. full capacity is 7.2mn cubic meters. Laguna return in May. not available. In Moo 5, which includes Soi Bang “Of that, we are able to use only The order to implement water ra- “If you see a pipe water broken or Tao 3, Soi Bang Tao 4/1 and Soi Bang 3.14mn cubic meters as 0.11mn cubic tions, directly affecting Moo 2, 3 and damaged, please inform the Cherng Tao 5, 7, 9 and along Srisoonthorn meters of that capacity is useless. It’s 5 of Cherng Talay, was introduced Talay OrBorTor at 076-271096-7,” Mr Rd from Soi Bang Tao 3 to Soi Bang just mud, which we can’t use,” Mr with immediate effect on Tuesday by MaAnn added. Tao 9, water will be available from Somsawat explained. a directive issued by Cherng Talay “If there are any changes (to the 5:30am to 9:30am and from 4:30pm “We need about 5mn cubic meters Tambon Administration Organisation scheduled water rationing), Cherng to 9:30pm only. – or about 70% of the reservoir’s (OrBorTor) Chief MaAnn Samran. Talay OrBorTor will make further The warnings for local residents capacity – by the end of December to... CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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[email protected] Officials, Soi Dog set quarantine zone after dog dies of News rabies > page 4 US Govt shutdown delays tsunami buoy going online Patong Hill mayhem THE US GOVERNMENT shutdown due Congressional appropriations left the Call for caution amid multiple-vehicle wipeouts

tsunami-warning buoy The Phuket News the motorbike collided on deployed off Phuket last Friday [email protected] the small road that joins the (Jan 18) useless as the buoy Patong Hill road partway remained to be manually atong Police are urging up the hill, but the tour bus activated by the National motorists to exercise remained skewed across the The tsunami-warning buoy Oceanic and Atmospheric was deployed last Friday Pcaution over Patong Hill road heading out of Patong at Administration (NOAA). morning (Jan 18), but after a slew of collisions on the the bottom of the hill, where a “The tsunami-warning remains to be activated. busy road on Wednesday (Jan six-wheeled truck sat in front buoy was deployed at about Photo: NDWC 23), following a six-wheeled of it jammed into a power pole. 9am, but the buoy is not ac- truck wiping out six vehicles Three people were reported tivated yet. It must be con- manually activated,” he added. late Tuesday afternoon. as injured in the collisions, nected to the monitoring and “The NOAA apologised Capt Jaruwat Jiamnaka The call for caution on Patong Hill comes amid a slew of police reported. warning system operated for the inconvenience. They of the Patong Traffic Police multiple-vehicle wipeouts. Photo: Patong Fire Dept All the wrecks strewn by the NOAA,” Dr Prasong said they have limited staff issued the call for caution across the main road caused Thammapala, Scientist Sen- working there right now who Wednesday morning after a Jaruwat explained. Wednesday afternoon when havoc for traffic for hours after. ior Professional Level at the are already overloaded with tour bus and a pickup truck Another tour bus arrived a tour bus, two passenger That slew of accidents National Disaster Warning work.” sideswiped each other on the soon after and carried the vans, several passenger cars, a followed a runaway six- Centre (NDWC) in Bangkok, “They gave their word to busy road at about 10am. tourists on with their journey, pickup truck and a motorbike wheeled truck colliding with explained to The Phuket News. me that they would work as The pickup truck was he added. were all involved in a series several cars before slamming “I contacted the NOAA in fast as possible to get the buoy travelling downhill into Patong “I don’t know what of collisions at the bottom of head-on into another truck Washington, DC this morning online,” he said. and the tour bus was climbing nationality the tourists were, the hill. in front of Wat Patong late (Jan 18) and they said the buoy Dr Prasong later confirmed the hill out of Patong when but they were all safe,” he said. The two vans collided Tuesday afternoon (Jan 22). was not yet activated because that the tsunami-warning they struck each other. However, that accident head-on in front of Wat The driver, Boonloam of the government shutdown,” buoy was brought online at “There were no injuries paled in comparison to the Patong. Several passenger Boonprom, claimed that the Dr Prasong said. 1:50am last Saturday (Jan 19), in the accident, and both multi-vehicle wipeout that cars were involved in collisions brakes of the truck failed “As it is a new buoy Phuket time. vehicles were soon moved happened in front of Wat immediately nearby. while he was descending the brought online, it must be Tanyaluk Sakoot out of traffic’s way,” Capt Patong at about 3:40pm The pickup truck and hill into Patong.

Water rations in force ‘just in case’ Continued from page 1 ...cope with the demand during the dry season (December-April),” he warned. “My advice is for people and businesses in the affected areas to start storing water reserves so they can use it for their own needs in the first few months of 2019. This week, Mr Somsawat confirmed that the reservoir is currently holding about 2.3mn Water levels at the Bang Neow Dum reservoir cubic meters of water, or just less than 32% of in Srisoonthorn have never been so low. capicity. That reading was taken on Monday Photo: Tanyaluk Sakoot (Jan 21). Mr Somsawat declined to confirm or deny plementation of activities aimed at achieving, whether the forced water restrictions were at collecting, storing, controlling, distributing, his request. draining or allocating water for agricultural, Instead, he explained that a plan for water- energy, household consumption or industrial saving measures “was given to” the Phuket purposes under irrigation laws, ditch and dike Provincial Water Authority office, who “modi- laws and other related laws.” fied the plan by themselves”. Meanwhile, Thamdongrak Kumphet, the “The plan will conserve water supplies for Phuket Provincial Water Authority (PWA) of- people until April 2019. That’s the plan,” he said. ficial responsible for water supply, flatly denied “Bang Neow Dum reservoir just needs 3 that the PWA had called for any rationing of million cubic meters to be enough for the dry water supply. season this year, but we don’t have that much “We have not had any ideas to limit wa- water in the reservoir,” he pointed out blankly. ter supply. Our plan is to source water from Mr Somsawat noted that plans were being privately owned water sources. We will have drawn up to counter the problem, but declined meeting to talk about this issue next month,” to reveal any details. he said on Tuesday. “I can’t tell you about the plan in detail yet. Regardless, Mr Somsawat warned that wa- I will check the water level again at the end ter supply issues in the area will not go away, of January, then I will present the plan to the especially considering the growth in develop- Provincial Water Authority (PWA),” he said. ments in the area, specifically in Srisoonthorn, “It is the PWA’s responsibility to manage Baan Manik and Cherng Talay. water supply to be enough to serve local resi- “Phuket residents use of a lot of water, dents,” Mr Somsawat said guardedly. and presently the reservoir is not enough for That understanding, however, flies in the residents and businesses in nearby areas. face of the duties and responsibilities listed “I think Phuket province needs an extra on the Royal Irrigation Department website, reservoir, and soon. If there isn’t one, residents which plainly states as the top priority: “1. Im- won’t have enough water supply,” he said.

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 PHUKET NEWS 3 Police officer arrested for street slaying, bails The Phuket News [email protected]

Border Patrol Police Lance- Officials and workers clearing the seaweed on Patong Corporal wanted for shooting Beach. Photo: Patong Municipality A dead a local councillor’s son in Phuket early last Saturday morning has presented himself to police, Wichit Patong seaweed Police confirmed this week. However, the suspect, Jakkrit Sang- saart, 23, from Chachoengsao province, ‘safe’ says expert has already been released on police bail. A MASS OF GREEN SEA- Dr Jiraporn Charoenvat- The victim, Theerasak Sae-Ong, was weed that washed up on Pa- tanaporn, a marine biologist gunned down on Rattanakosin 200 Pi tong Beach on Monday (Jan who specialises in the study Rd near Saphan Hin at about 3:30am. 21) is harmless, according to of phytoplankton diversity He was the 30-year-old son of Rassada marine biologist Dr Jiraporn and red tide phenomena at Municipality councillor Charoen Sae-Ong. Charoenvattanaporn. the Phuket Marine Biologi- Jakkrit presented himself at Wichit Over one kilometre of the cal Center (PMBC), told The Police Station at 5:30pm last Sunday Main: The scene of the fatal street shooting. Inset: Jakkrit Sangsaart, 23, seaweed was washed up on Phuket News, “The green (Jan 20), Wichit Police Chief Col Nikorn from Chachoengsao, as pictured on his arrest warrant. Patong Beach, sparking Patong seaweed on Patong beach is not Somsuk confirmed to The Phuket News Mayor Chalermluck Kebsup to harmful for the skin, although on Monday (Jan 21). Patrol Police 425 unit, which is based in Jakkrit has been released on “around” order a big clean-up operation. small marine organisms in However, Jakkrit denied the murder Phuket and which has been very active B400,000 bail, Col Nikorn noted. The mayor led officials seaweed could cause the skin charge against him, Col Nikorn said. in making drug arrests in recent months. Police are waiting in good faith that from the Department of Sani- to itch. He also denied a charge of carrying The other suspect wanted for the Kongkiat will still present himself. tary Engineering and the Min- “Seaweed can rot and smell a firearm in a public place, Col Nikorn slaying, named by police as Kongkiat “He said he was raising the money istry of Public Health to the bad which is not nice for people added. Songkram, called Wichit Police and said to post bail,” Col Nikorn said. beach where they found far on the beach. Removing the Col Nikorn made no mention of he was going to surrender himself, but Kongkiat has already served a jail greater than normal amounts seaweed is a good short-term whether or not Jakkrit was still a serving had yet to present himself in person, Col sentence for robbery in another province, of seaweed on the shore. solution,” Dr Jiraporn said. officer of the Royal Thai Police – or was Nikorn explained on Monday. he added. Officials began clearing up “The seaweed would have at the time of the murder. At this stage, both men are facing a “He was released not long ago,” he the seaweed on Monday and washed up on the beach due However, calls by The Phuket News charge of murder for the slaying of Mr said. continued on Tuesday morning to strong waves tearing it off elsewhere confirmed that at the time of Theerasak, Col Nikorn said. Wichit Police are continuing their as Mayor Chalermluck ordered of the substrate on which it the murder L/Cpl Jakkrit was still serv- Both were named in arrest warrants investigation into the murder, Col Nikorn backhoe loaders to be brought grows,” she added. ing as a Lance-Corporal with Border issued last Saturday, he added. said. in for the operation. Tanyaluk Sakoot

Maid hides meth haul in client’s house AN ANTI-NARCOTICS TEAM LED by Border Patrol Police have arrested a maid from Chalong who was hiding 2,600 methamphetamine (ya bah) pills and three kilograms of packed cannabis in a client’s home in Rawai. Police explained in their report that the raid followed the arrest last Monday (Jan 14) of Yoh “Phen” Longor, who had been charged with possession of a Category 1 drug with intent to sell. Yoh told police that she got the drugs from The drugs were found stashed at a house Wanli “Mai” Eadkerd, age 47, who cleans in Saiyuan, Rawai, that the maid was hired homes in Rawai for a living. to clean. Photo: Border Patrol Police 425 Yoh even told police of that exact address in Soi Yanui, in Saiyuan, Rawai, where they police noted in their report. would find Wanli later that day. Wanli confessed that the drugs were hers, The officers set up camp and kept the and that she had sold drugs to Yoh. house under watch. The officers also brought Wanli also told police that she had bought the suspect Yoh with them to identify Wanli. the ya bah pills from a couple she knew only By 4:30pm Wanli arrived, as expected. as “Mr Chai” and “Miss Noo Lek” Undercover officers approached her and then She said she did not know their wherea- identified themselves as police officers, and bouts, but admitted that she had bought drugs took Wanli to Chalong Police Station for from the couple three times. Each time, Mr questioning. Chai and Miss Noo Lek would tell her where A subsequent search of the home found to pick up the drugs. 2,600 ya bah pills hidden in a storeroom at Wanli also explained that she had bought the back of the house. the cannabis from a man through Facebook The pills were packed in 13 blue and black and had the drugs delivered by “a private reusable plastic bags, which were covered with transportation company”. yellow paper embossed with “999”. Wanli was charged with illegal possession Each of the smaller blue and black reus- of a Category 1 drug (methamphetamine) able bags contained 198 orange pills and two with intent to sell and illegal possession of green pills. The orange-coloured pills were a Category 5 drug (cannabis) with intent to embossed with the letters “WY”, police noted. sell, police confirmed. Police also found three one-kilo packs of Police noted that they are continuing their cannabis. Each pack was wrapped in gold investigation into the drug supply chain for paper, and the three packs were all wrapped that network. together in a green Kerry Express package, Eakkapop Thongtub thephuketnews @thephuketnews 4 PHUKET NEWS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019

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The Phuket News Dog) are currently working in the [email protected] project where the positive dog was found. rabies quarantine zone has “There is no cause for alarm. We been established across a see numerous positive cases in dogs A large section of Phuket as in Bangkok, but no human cases have GENERAL MANAGER officials work alongside staffers from occurred there in the past 12 months. the Soi Dog Foundation to ensure “The traditional picture of a rabid Jason Beavan against an outbreak of rabies. dog foaming at the mouth and attack- 086 479 7471 [email protected] The move follows confirmation ing people is not a true picture, as that one dog in Moo 4 Chalong had with this dog,” Mr Dalley stressed. died of the disease. Anybody being bitten by a dog at The zone boundaries stretch from any time should always immediately Baan Ketho in Moo 7, Kathu in the wash the wound with soap and water north, to Baan Bang Khonthi in Moo and go along to their local clinic or 5, Rawai, in the south and from Baan The Soi Dog Foundation mobile clinic, which provides sterilisation and hospital to receive the necessary Borrae in Moo 6, Wichit in the east to vaccination free of charge, has begun in Rawai. Photo: Soi Dog Foundation injections, he urged. Wat Suwankhirikhet (Wat Karon) in Chalong Municipality, together Moo 1, Karon on Phuket’s southern it done now,” Mr Manat said. dog tested positive for rabies, the first with the Phuket Livestock Office and west coast. Soi Dog Foundation Founder John positive case seen in a dog on Phuket Soi Dog Foundation, provided free The quarantine zone was brought Dalley explained in a statement, “A for many years,” Mr Dalley noted. rabies vaccinations at specified loca- into effect last Thursday (Jan 17) by dog was brought into Soi Dog by our The dog arrived at the foundation tions throughout Chalong on Monday, order of the Phuket Livestock Office dog catchers after it was reported on Jan 3 and died on Jan 10. Confirma- and the SDF also set up its mobile Acting Chief Manat Thepparat. to be vomiting and unable to stand. tion that the dog had rabies became clinic in front of the Wastewater The zone will remain in effect “It received treatment for several known only last Thursday (Jan 17), Treatment plant beside Nai Harn Lake until Feb 16, Mr Manat told The days but did not respond, and symp- the foundation told The Phuket News. on Tuesday, where they are looking Phuket News. toms of staggering and being unable Soi Dog are working closely to provide free vaccinations and to SALES SUPPORT Several other dogs at Baan Na to open its mouth, and head tilted to with the Department of Livestock sterilise up to 35 cats and dogs a day. Siriporn (Nok) Seangmas Yai Chalong have been isolated to one side led our veterinary staff to Development (DLD) to vaccinate all The clinic will be open from 8am- 086 479 7470 [email protected] monitor their condition as a precau- suspect rabies as these are classic dogs within a five-kilometre radius of 5pm, Monday to Friday, through Feb 1. tion, he added. symptoms. where the dog was picked up, he said. For details about the anti-rabies “Please don’t panic. If you have “The dog was euthanised and its “Soi Dog will focus on strays and campaign by Chalong Municipality, any dogs or cats that have not yet been body sent to the government testing the DLD on owned dogs. Five teams call 076-383775 or 065-6676100, or the vaccinated against rabies, please have laboratory. The result indicated that the (two from DLD and three from Soi Soi Dog Foundation at 076-681029.

The sausages from China contained the African Swine Fever virus. Photo: Kifo Swine fever in China sausages PROCESSED PORK PROD- ucts seized from a Chinese tourist in Phuket last Wednes- day (Jan 16) have been found to contain a viral strain of African Swine Fever (ASF) The sausages were seized from a man who flew from Chengdu to Phuket. ASF is a fatal and incurable pig virus transmitted via direct contact with an infected animal. Outbreaks have devastated pig industries in several countries. In its current form, the virus is not transmissable to humans. Bangkok Post

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The Phuket News @thephuketnews [email protected] EDITORIAL TOP 10 STORIES ON thephuketnews.com Failing the water quality test Rescue worker catches huge king cobra with bare he water at Patong levels of phospherous and ni- ment, the local Environment 1 hands CONTACT US Beach is green again. trogen – as if to blind us with office, the Marine Department, [email protected] 076 612 550 This time they’re call- science that we don’t know the mighty Department of Swedish tourist rescued T at Patong Beach ing it “seaweed”, just like they what feces breaks down into Marine and Coastal Resources 2 did more than 10 years ago. once in water – and certainly all have NEVER confirmed Snorkelling: safe or danger- KODCHANAT THINSEPON There was nothing any no mention of the filthy canal that the raw untreated sewage 3 ous? It’s up to you Editor officials could do to disguise that runs through the town and from the canal – which most Bad day in Phuket: Austra- this week’s recurrence of the empties into Patong Bay at hotels in the busy tourist town lian found hanged, French- CHRIS HUSTED annual “bloom”, when there is the southern end of the beach, dump into – no longer flows 4 man dies of heart attack Executive Editor no surly southwest monsoon to right where the “seaweed” into the bay. 084 307 7408 flush the bay out. There it was was found. We’ve said it before, we’ll Phuket Opinion: ‘Reviving’ [email protected] drowning victims being washed ashore in a great Dear Dr Jiraporn, it’s not say it again: world-class des- 5 Fifteen years working in news and Man slain in Saphan Hin covering local issues and events mass for all to see. the seaweed that we’re worried tinations have the same prob- in Phuket, with 18-month hiatus Dr Jiraporn Charoenvat- about – it’s the state of the wa- lems; it’s what they do about 6 street shooting spent working for the Brunei Times on Borneo. From Queensland, tanaporn, a marine biologist ter that prompted the “seaweed” it that makes the difference. French tourist drowns in Australia; 10 years living in the UK who specialises in the study of to flourish. In a country full of Only last week Hawaii closed Surin Islands snorkelling before moving to Phuket in 2000. Degree in business manage- 7 ment. Spare time spent sailing or with family. phytoplankton diversity and red farmers, everyone knows what 10 beaches due to excessive trip tide phenomena at the Phuket helps a plant to grow. bacteria found in the beach Phuket officials, Soi Dog Marine Biological Center, said We do feel sorry for Dr water there. That’s all it takes, 8 rally after dog rabies death PORIA MERMAND plainly that the “seaweed” was Jiraporn though, to put her cre- a conscience, or a legally en- Murder suspect wanted News & Sport Editor pulled from its roots on the dentials on the line for the sake forced duty of care. for Phuket land fraud [email protected] coastal seabed and washed of others who refuse to stand up We all know what is hap- 9 up by strong waves. Only one and be held accountable for at pening at Patong Beach and Danish man dead after From risk analyst to music producer to news editor, Poria has worked in problem with that: we’ve had least being honest. It is not her what hotels, guesthouses and 10 motorbike hits truck mak- various contrasting fields following his ing U-turn graduation from university. Growing no strong waves since Pabuk place to explain why untreated other businesses are dump- up in central London before moving passed two weeks ago. wastewater continues to flow. ing into the canal. Is just a Visit thephuketnews.com to Phuket in 2016, he has but one There was no mention of To wit, Patong Municipality, modicum of honesty too much ambition, freedom. for all the latest news algae, no mention of elevated the Pollution Control Depart- to ask?

AMY BRYANT Lifestyle Editor HAVE YOUR SAY [email protected] Former freelance writer and editor for Stayin’ alive beach but in all workplaces the reef at low tide, pick free water. Where did they pump a music news and reviews website in as you never know when or lobsters and take them home the millions of cubic meters the UK. Now turning her hobby into Re:‘Reviving’ drowning a career with The Phuket News and victims where accidents will happen. for dinner. of water? There are many broadening her scope from music Simon Lomas big developments and condos to, well, everything. Likes the weird I’m a first aid instructor Wolfgang Riessbacher and wonderful. but I would never give CPR to being built… What’s going to someone in Thailand for one More of this should be Keep it simple. If Thai of- happen when they are occupied simple fact: Thailand is one of taught and also at school, and ficials know so exactly what and need water too? TANYALUK ‘MANGO’ the few countries that doesn’t also basic first aid. brand sunscreens are harming Timothy SAKOOT have a Good Samaritan law, Nick Vanderzee the coral environment then Reporter meaning if you help someone forbid the Thai shops to sell Oh, buoy 091 165 0260 them! Same as Singapore [email protected] and they have complications Re: New B25mn tsunami- Coral values decades ago forbid chewing (whether it had anything to do warning buoy ‘to be opera- Re: Sunscreen among con- gum (made out of oil) to be with you trying to help) you tributing factors killing tional tomorrow’ sold. This matter really has NATTINEE ‘MILK’ are in legal jeopardy! I guess Phuket’s coral reefs In 2014, neither of the to go to Thai Cabinet level? KITTISITTO that’s why so many people just Sun-protection creams, buoys were working. Well, Kurt Translator stand around taking pictures soaps, shampoos during boat at least station 23401 is send- 082 422 7933 instead of helping. trips or during fishing for all ing data, but it’s useless if [email protected] Ban the sale of toxic sun- Galong professional fishing boats with- a tsunami comes from the screen then. Natural non-toxic out forgetting all boat crews Sakraekrang fault line. products exist. NITAD ‘TAE’ MANEE We have Hollywood to cleaning the boat hulls on the Rorri_2 Marcus Cesare THANAPONG ‘OAK’ KHAO-AMPHAIPHAN thank for images of people beaches at low tide (Chalong miraculously reviving after NIRAVIT ‘MOS’ VORAVANITCHA Pier in late afternoon) with Re: US Govt shutdown pre- CPR. In real life all it does is bleach and chemical detergent Graphic designers High and dry vents tsunami-warning buoy keep oxygenated blood circu- products are not good at all for Re: Mains water supply out- going live lating in the victim’s body until marine life and coral reefs. age announced I wonder who would be more effective treatment can Asterix They could hire a generator responsible right now if some- The Phuket News be given. But here in Thailand to run the pumps while the thing would happen? you take your freedom in your The coral used to span power is out… or maybe not… BigA @thephuketnews own hands since the victim or from Ao Yon all the way past Timothy their family can sue you for Chalong Pier and along to Why is such an expensive damages if you try and help Rawai in pristine condition! Re: Cherng Talay goes on and important thing admin- regardless of the outcome. istrated from the USA? This ADVERTISING It was not only the sunscreen water rations CaptainJack69 which destroyed it, it was the I saw this coming long should be in a foundation that dredging machines of the tin ago. The dam is being pumped is paid from all countries that 076 612 550 ext. 605 The more people that get mining companies. Ask any dry. We had a lot of rain up use the service and not belong Fax: 076 612 553 taught to be first responders of the old local people about until lately. All the small to any single country. the better. Not just on the it. They used to go down to lakes in the area are full of Thomas Weisser [email protected] thephuketnews.com 99/7 Moo 1 (Billion Plaza), T. Kathu, A. Kathu, Phuket 83120 Have an opinion? Comment on stories at thephuketnews.com

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 THAILAND NEWS 7 Cabinet approves price control at all hospitals NATIONWIDE

PRICES OF DRUGS, MEDI- cal supplies and medical services will soon be overseen by a joint panel after the Cabinet approved Dr Pongpat Pathanwanit (right) adding them to the price control and Dr Paiboon Eksaengsi, of list on Tuesday (Jan 22). the Private Hospital Association. Unlike other goods, the addi- tion of these products to the list items currently on the list, only does not mean their prices would sugar sees its price capped. The Campaigning for the general election is already underway. Photo: Bangkok Post be capped, Commerce Minister prices of other products are based Sontirat Sontijirawong said after on their real costs,” he said. the cabinet meeting. The Commerce Ministry earlier “Medical care is quite different proposed the addition after receiv- Decree spurs motion, from other products and services ing numerous complaints from whose prices can be fixed,” he the public about the high prices. explained. The Cabinet meeting did not Instead, a sub-committee will lay down any special policy on election on March 24 be set up to work out fair measures the issue but wanted the sub- able to cast votes from March 4-16. PM’s Office Minister Kobsak for all stakeholders, including committee to introduce appropriate NATIONWIDE March 17 has been set for voters Pootrakool said last Friday (Jan 18) people who may have to use the measures including price displays residing outside their electorates to that he and other Palang Pracharath services at private hospitals from on websites, he said. Bangkok Post cast their ballots. Party members in the Cabinet would time to time, he said. The measures would be pro- he general election will be The EC will forward its decision find an appropriate date to step down. The panel will consist of rep- posed to a central committee on held on March 24, the Elec- to the government, which will publish Industry Minister Uttama Sava- resentatives from the govern- product and service prices in Ttion Commission announced the dates in the Royal Gazette. nayana is the Palang Pracharath leader ment – namely the Ministry of the near future, the commerce on Wednesday afternoon (Jan 23). Candidates for election can apply and Mr Kobsak is a spokesman. The Commerce and the Ministry of minister said. EC chairman Itthiporn Boonpra- for registration from Feb 4-8 and other Cabinet members who set up Public Health – insurers, private The management of private kong said commissioners had met their names will be announced on the party are Science and Technology hospitals, consumers’ groups and hospitals, through the Private and agreed on the date after a Royal Feb 15, the EC chief said. Minister Suvit Maesincee, who is the the National Health Security Of- Hospital Association, expressed Decree calling for the election of a The Royal Decree and poll date deputy party leader, and Commerce fice, operator of universal health their disagreement on the price new House of Representatives was will also pave the way for four Cabinet Minister Sontirat Sontijirawong, who care programme, he added. control initiative, saying they published in the Royal Gazette on ministers to resign from their portfolios is the party’s Secretary-General. “Please don’t think the govern- deserved the right to set their own Wednesday morning. as they have already formed the Palang The general election will be the ment is trying to cap the prices prices because they had invested Voters outside the country will be Pracharath Party to contest the polls. first since May 2014. of medical services. Of some 50 in the hospitals. Bangkok Post

@thephuketnews 8 THAILAND NEWS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 Wild elephants kill pineapple farmer Murder suspect wanted CHACHOENGSAO for Phuket land fraud been frozen by authorities be- WILD ELEPHANTS ARE RANONG cause his relatives faced drug believed to have pulled a man Bangkok Post charges. Teerapon produced from a small hut in a pineapple land documents in his name field and stomped him to death. man accused of mur- and persuaded Mr Chaiyo to Searchers found the bro- dering his wife and lend him B29.86mn. When ken body of Ek Homhuan, 73, A four in-laws in Ut- he was due to pay back the outside a hut in a pineapple taradit allegedly also swindled money, Teerapon kept post- field at Ban Khao Kluay Mai The body of Ek Homhuan almost B30mn from a priest poning payment and then in Tha Takiab district, near was found in his pineapple who served as the rector of a disappeared. Khao Ang Ruenai Wildlife field in Tha Takiab district of Catholic college in Chon Buri. Alarmed, the priest Chachoengsao on Monday Sanctuary, on Monday (Jan (Jan 21). He was killed by Police looking into the checked with the Phuket land 21). wild elephants pillaging his origins of Teerapon Pina- office, which told him that A villager informed police fruit crop overnight. Photo: non’s wealth found he stands Teerapon was not the owner and park officials he had heard Bangkok Post accused of duping Chaiyo of the land he claimed to elephants entering the village, Kitsakul, 66, a priest he had have sold. followed by a man shouting Villagers said Ek had known for several years, into The priest then filed a in fear, late last Sunday night. gone to sleep in the hut to lending him B29.86mn to help complaint with Sri Racha A search on Monday led guard his crop against thieves, clear a case involving the sale police, accusing Teerapon to the discovery of the man’s animal and human. of land in Phuket. Teerapon Pinamon with his wife, Kanyarat Kingkaew, in of swindling him out of the body in a pineapple field, His body was sent for a The money was never an undated photo released by police. money, the reports said. about 20 metres from a small full autopsy at Tha Takiab repaid and Teerapon did not In Uttaradit last Wednes- hut. Hospital. own the land, according to Kanokwan Inthasit, were shot met his wife. Witnesses told day (Jan 16), police made Poj Maj Col Suraphisit Col Suraphisit said he a police complaint filed by dead on Jan 13 at a house in police he told his wife he had Teerapon re-enact his alleged Maingam, duty officer at Tha was informed by the park the priest. Phichai district in Uttaradit. made a lot of money investing crime. Takiab, said evidence found at that three elephants could Teerapon, 37, was arrested Teerapon’s wife, Kanyarat in stocks. Pol Col Thapset Khuen- the scene indicated elephants have been involved, but after in Kra Buri district of Ranong Kingkaew, and his father-in- Police learned that Teera- kaew, chief investigator of Ut- may have used their trunks feeding they had returned to near the Myanmar border on law, Wirat Kingkaew, were pon had driven to see the taradit, said the re-enactment to pull Ek from the hut. the sanctuary. Tuesday morning last week killed shortly after at another 66-year-old priest at Dar- took place at the provincial An examination of the Villages around Khao Ang (Jan 15) by a team of po- house nearby. asamut School in Sri Racha police office instead of tambon body found his skull was Rue Nai are frequently raided lice and soldiers after fleeing Two other men were also district, Chon Buri, last year. Phayaman in Phichai district, crushed and there was se- by wild elephants coming Uttaradit. wounded at the second house. Teerapon allegedly told where the murders occurred, vere bruising over his body. down from the mountain in His mother-in-law, Nam- The suspect was released the priest he had sold land he because police feared the It looked like he had been search of food. phueng Kingkaew, and her from jail after serving time owned in Phuket, about 10 rai, victims’ relatives and friends stomped to death. Bangkok Post two elder sisters, Nampha and for drug offences before he for B35mn, but the money had would attack him.

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 BUSINESS NEWS 9 Hotels lured to cut plastic use TAT jumps on board with incentives of government promotions 2020 under a campaign called use among hotel workers, TOURISM What’s wrong with this picture? The joint effort will invoke 12 preliminary Photo: Toa Heftiba guidelines for participating hotels to follow: the ‘National Cleaning Dec- clients and owners will be The Phuket News • Reduce plastic packaging used for bathroom laration’. carried out. [email protected] amenities. Further, the names of the Mrs Supawan said legal • Reduce the use of plastic bags in hotel rooms hotels will be published and hotel operators can apply for he Thai Hotels Associa- (laundry or trash bin). promoted through public rela- the project from now to Dec tion (THA) is joining • Use local products made with biodegradable tions media of the TAT and 31. More details are available Tthe Tourism Authority packaging materials. the THA, and the certification at www.thaihotels.org. of Thailand (TAT) in its ongo- • Reduce plastic water bottles; use reusable can be used for other environ- Mr Yuthasak voiced con- ing effort aimed at reducing containers instead, especially for meetings and mental assessment standards. fidence that the project could the use of plastic. seminars. THA president Supawan help reduce plastic waste at Various campaigns will • No plastic straws. Tanomkieatipume said that hotel properties and tourism encourage hotels, both THA • Self-service corner for coffee/tea breaks during under the Thai Hotels Plastic- destinations, and that tour- members and independent meetings and seminars. Free Project there are several ism service providers could Thai hotels, to reduce single- • Reduce single use plastic food or drink containers. requirements for hotels to use the campaign as a selling use plastic plus motivate tour • Separate trash bins on beach areas adjacent follow, such as reducing the point because many tourists, companies, travel agencies to hotels. use of plastic containers and especially Europeans, are con- and online travel agencies to • Create a sustainable ‘no plastic’ rate card for replacing them with locally cerned about environmental support participating hotels meetings and weddings customers. made biodegradable products protection. that are part of this project. • Separate waste at the hotel. instead. Thailand has huge amounts TAT Governor Yuthasak • Organise all departments within the hotel to Other key conditions in- of plastic waste. The country’s reduce plastic. Supasorn said, “We look for- clude cutting the use of plastic 66 million people use two ward to working closely with bottles and drinking straws plastic bags a day on aver- the THA on this important and support green-friendly sector partners joining in “All pledge to raise envi- in hotels and using a cooler age, according to the Plastics project. Thai hotels can play an operators that meet core cri- TAT’s reducing tourism- ronmental awareness while to provide drinking water for Institute of Thailand. important role both in raising teria to join trade shows and related waste initiative in- encouraging other tourism- guests or participants in the Thailand received about awareness among their guests roadshows. clude the THA, the Expedia related businesses to sup- seminar room. 38mn foreign visitors last year and reducing plastic waste in The joint effort between Group, Tourism Council of port their initiative,” said the The idea is to handle plas- and aims to receive 40.5mn daily hotel operations.” TAT and THA marks the first Thailand, Siam Piwat Retail release. tic materials at all stages, from this year. Mrs Supawan said The TAT will support all step under TAT’s collabora- and Development Company, The THA is one of several use in restaurants and hotels the waiver of the B2,000 fee participating hotels at their tion initiative with various Chao Phraya River tourism- tourism-related bodies that to plastic rubbish awaiting for visa on arrival for 21 na- participation in trade shows, stakeholders signed in July related businesses includ- signed a memorandum of disposal, reported the Bang- tions until the end of April such as the ITB, TTM, WTM, last year, said the TAT in a ing ICONSIAM, Nonthaburi understanding with the TAT kok Post. will boost arrivals for next among others. release on Tuesday (Jan 22). Municipality, plus other local last July to reduce single-use Furthermore, building month to 3.8mn, up from Also, the TAT will invite Other public and private communities in Bangkok. plastic materials by 50% by awareness of reduced plastic 3.5mn last year.

@thephuketnews 10 BUSINESS NEWS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 PTA goes on show in India India predicted to become Phuket’s top source market by 2022 land, with each wedding event opportunity” for Phuket tour- TOURISM seeing between B40-80 mil- ism operators to present their

The Phuket News lion spent on average,” he products and services. [email protected] added. “We had the chance to “The Indian market is still present unique Thai culture, he Phuket Tourist As- being considered as a ‘new’ traditions, food and various sociation (PTA) held market after China. However, tourist attractions,” he said. Ta tourism and travel at present, Indian tourists are “At the moment, the num- trade roadshow in India last ranked number one in terms ber of Indian tourists travel- week to drive the number of of tourism spending,” Mr ling to Phuket are increasing visitors from the subcontinent Sathirapong said. to the point that one in every to Phuket on holidays. According to the Ministry five tourists staying at each The roadshow, supported of Tourism & Sports (MoTS) hotel in Phuket arrived from in budget by the Phuket Pro- report for November 2018 India. vincial Administrative Organi- (currently the latest figures “This includes family sation (PPAO, or OrBorJor) available on the MoTS web- groups, businessmen, MICE and the Tourism Authority of site), a total of 141mn visitors groups and married couples Thailand (TAT) Phuket Office, from India arrived in Thailand with high-spending behav- was held in Delhi, Bangalore in November 2018 alone, a iour,” Mr Sakchai added. and Mumbai from Jan 15-18. 19.89% increase year on year. “We expect that the trend The tour also saw the In terms of generating of tourists from India will delegation present Phuket at The roadshow also saw the delegation present Phuket at the ‘South Asia’s Leading revenue, the Indian market increase to become Phuket’s the “South Asia’s Leading Travel show (SATTE) 2019’ and the ‘India Expo Mart’ held in New Delhi. Photo: PR Dept generated B6.36bn in No- number one tourist by 2022,” Travel show (SATTE) 2019” vember, a 23.48% increase he said. and the “India Expo Mart” flights have grown to now see ‘‘These ten operators have Na Takuatoong noted, “At year on year. “From the statistics of held in New Delhi. Go Air providing five flights been very successful in open- present, there are many forms According to the statistics, the Ministry of Tourism, the Inspiring the delegation per week and Indigo Airlines ing up Phuket to the Indian of tourists from India, such Indian tourists on average are Indian market group is an to present Phuket and its at- operating eight flights a week tourism market,” he said. as FITs (free independent spending B22,000 per person interesting customer segment tractions as a destination to between Delhi and Phuket. “With India having a pop- travellers), groups visiting by during their visit to Thailand. because there is a high growth tourism and travel operators Sukris Koyakradej, a PTA ulation of about 1.3 billion, themselves (not as package “We expect this to grow rate of purchasing power and in India were the recent launch executive committee member, tourists from India have the tours), as well as the seminar even more,” Mr Sathirapong we now have direct flights of the first-ever direct flights said the roadshow presented potential to make Phuket’s market and groups coming said. from India. between India and Phuket late 10 tourism operators from tourism industry bustling for weddings. Sakchai Chaowai, PPAO “This will have a positive last year. Phuket to local tourism opera- again,” he added. “In 2018, there were 400 Vice Chairman, rated the effect on tourism to Phuket,” The number of direct tors in the major Indian cities. PTA President Sathirapong Indian weddings held in Thai- SATTE event as an “ideal Mr Sakchai said.

Laguna launches new ‘resort villas’ PROPERTY

LAGUNA PROPERTY has launched its all-new re- sort investment property, Dusit Laguna Resort Villas Phuket. Developed by Laguna Phuket and managed by Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, the latest waterfront property is launched with only 22 two- and three-bedroom villas The Dusit Laguna Resort Villas Phuket, developed by Laguna nestled between a lagoon Phuket and managed by Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket. and the beach in the heart of Laguna Phuket. Reading, Head of Banyan Buyers of Dusit Laguna The Dusit Laguna Resort Tree Group Property. Resort Villas Phuket receive Villas Phuket are integrated The three-storey proper- a share of the room revenue into a proven rental program ties feature private rooftop generated from their property. that allows owners to max- pools with views over the They also enjoy complimen- imise returns by having their Andaman Sea or the sparkling tary personal use of up to villa professionally man- lakes that define Laguna 60 days per year, adding a aged by Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket. significant lifestyle return on Phuket, part of Thailand’s The stylish interiors of the the overall investment. award-winning hotel chain villas create an ambience of A host of privileges and with luxury hotels and resorts a sophisticated yet informal rewards also await buyers, throughout the Kingdom, as tropical lifestyle in the care- including complimentary well as overseas. free environment of an island membership to The Sanctuary “Laguna Phuket has been residence. Club, which provides access redefining resort living for Occupying the entire to a large portfolio of proper- over three decades and Dusit ground floor, the dining and ties within the Banyan Tree Thani Group has been syn- living spaces have direct network worldwide. onymous with world-class access to a private open air Dusit Resort Villas Phuket hospitality for over 50 years. garden courtyard with lagoon homeowners can exchange Together, we are proud to view. The rooftop, complete part of their annual entitle- create a product that offers with an infinity-edge pool, an ment for a complimentary an excellent combination of outdoor shower and a sundeck stay at any destination within financial and lifestyle returns with sun loungers, rounds off The Sanctuary Club network. for homeowners,” said Stuart the inspiring features. The Phuket News

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A break for coffee and Artist returns with FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 cake in Karon 14 exhibition ‘Existence’ 15 BRAIN SAILING Ocean waves and brainwaves with Yassine Darkaoui

Amy Bryant The Laser dinghy was designed with simplicity [email protected] and performance in mind. Photo: Pxhere often feel that I haven’t quite landed in Phuket. Almost daily I’m fortunate enough to meet some of the remarkable, accom- plished individuals that call the island home. These “pinch me” encounters leave ideas and plans bouncing around my brain, like a frantic game of Breakout on an Atari, withoutI much time to fully process them. A recent afternoon spent with Yass- ine Darkaoui, or Yass, was no different. The 40-year-old Moroccan entrepre- neur has restlessly pursued a host of different projects since he relocated to Phuket in 2011, his most recent being ‘Always Higher 4.0’. The aim: to set a world record sailing his Laser dinghy 500 miles, or 800 kilometres, in the Gulf of Thailand. However, over an hour passes before we even touch on this project. Instead, Yass and I get wrapped up in the sci- ence of binaural beats and isochronic tones, two sorts of meditative therapies Yass in his happy place in which sounds of differing frequen- cies are played to listeners in order to decades. During struggles with addic- kit (to make seawater drinkable), nuts, “This is a process that will never stimulate their brain’s electrical activ- tion in Morocco, he often found himself leaves, roots, animal fat, soy sauce end. We can always learn about our- ity and alter their mental state. an observer, studying the unusual be- (to garnish any fish he catches) and a selves. The more fears and limitations He has created an application of self- haviour of those around him. tracking device. He has two sponsors we remove, the more we get in touch designed sounds to aid mental health “There’s a kind of irony in the name and awaits one more to get on board with the source of who we are,” he an- issues such as depression and anxiety, ‘Always Higher 4.0’,” he says. “It’s about before he can travel to Hua Hin, train swers. encourage creativity and even stimu- the real high. The one without any side then set sail to make history. On that inspiring note, we leave the late natural highs. The app is yet to be effects. The good one. A natural high by Preparation of both mind and body café and wander down Thalang Rd past launched but he has great faith in its doing what you like,” he adds. is key ahead of such an arduous jour- colourful heritage buildings, stopping to success, believing it could be as, if not His darker days of addiction are far ney. Alongside a punishing fitness browse trinket stalls. Then Yass starts more, popular than the mindfulness behind him now and we don’t linger on regime and strict diet, he is practising to whistle. It’s light, cheerful and sounds movement. the topic for long. It’s evident that he’s a meditation using his own app. He will a little like birdsong, like it should greet Intrigued, I don Yass’ noise-can- different person now. Yass 4.0. make use of it en route too in order to Snow White in the morning. celling headphones, close my eyes and Born and raised in the Moroc- ensure the few hours of sleep he gets “That’s our conversation today but in let my brainwaves meet ‘Kishuman’, can coastal city of Tangiers, Yass is each day are deep and restful and to song,” he says. a track designed to build tolerance no stranger to the sea. There he was stave off the hallucinations of 12-hour He whistles again. to stress. The baseline is made up of a member of the Moroccan National looping ringtones and multi-headed “That’s your walk but in song.” pulsating, repetitive vibrations inter- Laser Team. Here he spent 77 hours monsters he experienced on his last I must look blank. spersed with the occasional chime of a sailing, unofficially breaking the world record-breaking attempt. “If aliens come, how will we commu- town hall clock. It’s more ominous than record for the longest time spent in a Yass acts out the imaginary beast nicate in a common language? It’ll have I expected but quite hypnotic too. Ironi- Laser dinghy and the Asian record for that taunted him as well as the other to be in song. Music is timeless and uni- cally, the anxiety of being stripped of the furthest distance sailed in a Laser harrowing, painful experiences he has versal,” he explains. two of my senses whilst sitting in a café dinghy. It was also the second furthest endured throughout his nautical career. Come space invasion, I hope aliens surrounded by strangers means I can’t distance sailed in a Laser dinghy in the He is spilling over with stories, theo- meet Yass first. There might just be relax enough to feel the desired effects. world. ries, observations. some method in – what may appear to I get the idea, though. His newest world record-breaking Fifteen dislocations. Eight teeth be – his madness. Yass’ tracks are self-produced and attempt will see him sail between Hua knocked out. Hallucinations. Exhaus- he’s been known to put himself into dif- Hin, Chonburi and Koh Chang across tion. Near-drowning. Such intense If you are interested in becoming Yass’ ficult and uncomfortable situations in four to six days in a small sailing din- chafing he couldn’t sit down for a week. third sponsor, or for more information, order to create the conditions, or states ghy. The route and timings are all de- I had to ask, why? Why the gruelling go to www.facebook.com/alwayshigh- of mind, necessary to test them. pendent on weather and sea conditions. self-set challenges? Why the risk of the er4.0, www.alwayshigher.asia or email Yass’ interest in psychology spans He will go armed with a desalination above or worse? him at [email protected]

@thephuketnews 12 ART THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 Theatre at a moment’s notice A Commedia dell’Arte troupe performing sometime The power of ‘Yes, and…’ between 1630 and 1640.

er, it’s much older than a mere hundred THE PLAY’S years. The earliest theatre we know THE THING! of involving improvised comedy is the Atellan Farce dating back to 391 BCE Joel Adams in Rome. The first concerted attempt to build a professional improvisational ome of you will see ‘yes, and...’ comedy theatre troupe took place in the and know immediately what 16th century in Renaissance Italy, and I’ll be talking about in this Commedia Dell’Arte was born. month’s article. For those of you Commedia performed improvised who are as yet uninitiated, I plays around a lineup of stock charac- am referring to the foundation ters and familiar situations with lots roles, not as a performance piece in you are watching and/or performing is stones of one of my favourite of slapstick, mime and running jokes. itself. being created at that precise moment forms of theatre: improv. Improv Each character, with the exception of It was in the 1920s that the vaude- and will never ever be done again. And is short for ‘improvisational theatre’, the ‘lover characters’, wore stylised villian performer Dudley Riggs was you were part of that creative process. theatreS that is unscripted and made up masks, and they all had special move- credited with being the first actor to Oh, yes. I almost forgot. What do on the spot. One of the most exciting ments and characteristics. Commedia ask for audience suggestions to impro- we mean by ‘yes, and…’? In short, things about improv is that no two was extremely popular, its influence vise sketches onstage. Starting in the whatever you receive from your fellow shows are alike. on theatre felt right up to the present 1940s and continuing to the 1960s, actors, you say, “Yes” to and then add But what does ‘yes, and…’ have to day. We see elements of Commedia in Viola Spolin developed hundreds of on, building a story together as a team do with improv? Before I explain, let’s the plays of Moliere and Shakespeare, improvisation exercises that are now to the delight of your audience. explore how improvisational theatre in many operas and in such characters codified in her book Improvisation for (Yes,) The story is not built if an ac- actually got started. as Charlie Chaplin’s Gentleman Tramp the Theatre, called ‘the Bible of Im- tor denies: It’s presently undergoing a tremen- and Buster Keaton’s sad sack underdog provisation’ by some. Her work led to “Hi, Mum. What’s for dinner?” dous revival, having slowly reemerged hero. the foundation of Second City Theatre “I’m not your mother.” in the early 20th century in both Amer- In modern times, around the turn in Chicago under the leadership of her (And…) The story is not built if you ica and England, and then snowballed of the 20th century, improvisation was son, Paul Sills, and from there improv don’t add something: in the last half of the century. Improv used extensively by the great Russian burgeoned in many directions. “Let’s go swimming.” theatres and theatre groups are spring- director, actor and theatrical entre- Many of the original comedians of “Good idea.” ing up all over the world: across the preneur Konstantin Stanislavski. Saturday Night Live came from Sec- Rather than: US; across Europe; even in Bangkok, However, Stanislavski used improv as ond City; people like Mike Myers, Tina “Good idea, can I bring my pet el- Phnom Penh and now Phuket. Howev- a tool to help actors in their scripted Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, ephant along?” Dan Akroyd and John Belushi. Keith That’s what we mean by ‘yes, and…’ Johnstone, an improviser in England, It’s that simple and so much fun. created Theatre Sports, a competitive And now for the best news. OUTTA improvisational event that has become THE BOX, Theatrix’s improv team, very popular today. will be performing an evening of im- Today, when we think of improv, we prov comedy theatre at Shanti Lodge often think of Whose Line Is It Any- in Chalong tomorrow (Jan 26) starting way? Drew Carey and his team were at 7:30pm for just B150. This is part of extremely funny. That show did only a monthly series of improv nights now short-form sketches, but there are in planning. It’s interactive, never the troupes who perform long-form improv, same twice and lots of fun for perform- which to me is very fascinating; an ers and audience alike. entire play created on the spot from And that’s not all. On Valentine’s audience suggestions. Often these are Day (Feb 14), LOVE BITES, a dinner very funny, but they can also be serious theatre evening of comic plays on love and highly poignant. In the words of and marriage, also at Shanti Lodge, one of the earliest long-form improvis- will be on the boards from Theatrix! ers and the creator of the form called Contact Theatrix or Shanti Lodge or The Harold, Del Close, “You don’t al- look for details coming soon. ways have to be funny, but you always have to be interesting.” Joel Adams is building a vibrant thea- And what could be more interesting tre community right here in Phuket. than seeing theatre that is made up You can contact him at theatrixphuket@ by a team of actors who get their ideas gmail.com or by phone on 093 6490066. from the audience? Just think, what Facebook: Theatrix Group

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 CULTURE 13

East meets West. Photo: Pete Johnson / Pexels Learning on the go. Photo: Pxhere Punishing Rewards Eastern teachers and Western students mix like oil and water

be foreign monks face a slew of English are critical to filling in the gaps that All About Buddhism is a monthly ALL ABOUT BUDDHISM challenges. Immigration is usually not a translator cannot. column in The Phuket News a problem, but many temples will not So, if you want to be a foreign monk in where I take readers on my exotic Jason A. Jellison ordain someone that they do not know. Thailand then, by all means, I say carpe diem journey into Thai Buddhism [email protected] In addition, Thai people spend and go for it. The journey into Thai Buddhism and debunk a number of myths many years learning the complicated will be a Bodhi tree that bears much about Buddhism. If you have his year, it is expected that chanting that is involved with normal rewarding fruit, but rarely will reaching that any specific queries, or ideas over 30 million tourists will ceremonies. My temple had Sunday fruit come easy. for articles, please let us know. come to Thailand. If you’re school for juvenile chanting, and a In the end, do not be surprised if you find Email editor1@classactmedia. a tourist reading this, then foreign monk would probably need that you have inadvertently stumbled upon a co.th, and I will do my best to chances are you’re thinking to be paired with a Thai monk who land of punishing rewards. accommodate your interests. at least a little bit about knows Sanskrit, Pali, Thai and extending your stay. If you’re English, and such a person is not to be like some of us expats in found just hanging out at your local Thailand, you might even be thinking store. Tabout making that stay permanent. The biggest problem over the long Some intrepid tourists have asked: haul will be what I call ‘punishing Could I become a Buddhist monk in rewards’, the human costs of the Thailand? The honest answer is: ‘Yes, tremendous cultural differences but...’ between Eastern teachers and Western Yes, we at all times have a few students. dozen foreign monks somewhere in Thais have not historically Thailand and yes, there are a very been raised to find information modest number of foreigners who have independently. Indeed, Thai students done it, so you can certainly do it too. are famed for rote learning and this However, it is a process that is has proved to be a major handicap for little understood by the outside world many Western students. and ordination is fraught with highly What is more, Thai Buddhist unusual challenges. I’ll leave the gurus may not understand just how specifics of monastic life to another much really will be lost in translation article, but in order to understand the between the translating monks and the life of a foreign monk, it might help intended foreign recipient. It is not the if you had a general Thai frame of same, especially when you are talking reference. about four very estranged languages. Historically, Thailand has been well This loss in translation often over 90% Buddhist. In agricultural causes a somewhat constricted flow of times, it was common for men to information because the student rarely ordain as a monk during the off season understands everything. This, of in order to accrue good merit for their course, leads to the student yearning families. At this time, a woman could to understand more. also ordain as a nun. Yet, it is frequently a mortal sin However, times changed. The Bud- for novice monks to listen to speeches dhist Order of Nuns was wiped out on Buddhism that have been recorded about 1,000 years ago and it is no long- by someone other than their primary er possible to ordain as a Buddhist nun teacher. In historical Thailand, a in Thailand. (Although I understand novice frequently committed to only that women can ordain in China and one teacher until Enlightenment was the West.) obtained, a process that routinely Today, seasonal ordination has spanned many years. largely given way to more modern This system has worked well for practices. Thai temples, seemingly many novice Thai monks who are superannuated by time, often sojourn trying to avoid unorthodox sources of in the shadows of modern skyscrapers information, but might be the worst and it has become common for many possible system for a foreign monk modern Thai men to ordain for just a studying in modern times. week or two in order to make merit for Unfortunately, some Thai monks their families. are simply unable to understand that However, those wishing to Buddhist talks recorded in native

@thephuketnews 14 COMMUNITY THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 A good day starts at Mr.Coffee shop and bakery that radiates good CAFE SOCIETY vibes. A favourite amongst expats in the Karon area, the cafe buzzes with friendly conversation and laughs. The Amy Bensema [email protected] atmosphere is really warm and inviting, and I already like the place before I charming venue with seating even sit down. for 20 guests, Mr.Coffee is an The owners have done really well Italian-owned coffee shop and with transforming a small space into a bakery located on Patak Rd lovely gem. The open plan design suits in Karon. Offering a varied the coffee shop and bakery really well, menu of breakfasts and sand- and the white interiors give the cafe wiches, plus a spectacular real depth. There’s an outdoor terrace display case of freshly baked with lots of tropical green plants, and pastries and delicious cakes, it’s an ex- a small urban garden where various cellentA place to stop off for a bite to eat herbs and vegetables, used in creating the tuna croissant sandwich and the vance so they can make preparations. before heading to Karon Beach. dishes on the menu, are grown. vegetarian focaccia. Fresh and tasty, Mr.Coffee is open daily from 8am to Mr.Coffee is a breezy little coffee The focal points of the coffee shop the sandwiches really hit the spot and 4pm. The Italian coffee shop and bak- and bakery are the wooden display make for a wonderful lunchtime treat. ery has free WiFi and is located within case loaded with fresh pastries and the For those who have a sweet tooth, close proximity to Karon Beach. Do stop cake fridge next to it. The display case the assortment of freshly baked cakes in next time you’re in the area and let is piled high with various pastries and and pastries are sure to please. The cin- the lovely owners, Lucas and Zuzana, breads, while the cake fridge features namon roll is sweet and moreish, and know that you found out about their the cafe’s signature mango passionfruit the perfect accompaniment to a piping cafe here. cheesecake and a rich chocolate lava hot, frothy cappuccino. The chocolate cake as well. All of the Italian breads, chip cookies are soft and moist, while Facebook: www.facebook.com/Mr.coffe croissants, pastries and cakes are made the chocolate lava cake is rich and deca- phuket from scratch by the owners. Baked dent. Make sure to try the signature Instagram: www.instagram.com/mr_ daily on-site, there are no preservatives mango passionfruit cheesecake. Light coffee_phuket or chemicals in any of the homemade and bursting with tropical flavours, the items at Mr.Coffee. cheesecake is simply delicious. Written by Amy Bensema, Cafe While the menu features classic In addition to the robust coffee Society is a monthly column which breakfast favourites such as mushroom menu, Mr.Coffee also features an as- chronicles one girl’s search for the and cheese omelettes, fried eggs with sortment of other beverages. perfect cup of coffee. Have a cafe to bacon and both English and American For those hosting a special occasion, recommend? Contact Amy via email breakfasts, it’s the more creative such as an anniversary or a birthday, at [email protected] or follow items on the menu that capture my customised cakes can be ordered. Let her caffeinated adventures as @ attention. Recommendations include the staff know at least 24 hours in ad- phukestagram on Instagram.

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‘Existence’ LIFE’S EDGE. Artist Robin Gillow’s exhibition puts life in the picture

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t’s been a while since Robin Gil- low last exhibited her drawings and paintings in Phuket. Well- known for her work both locally and internationally, ‘Existence’ is her first exhibition following a five-year break from painting after her husband Kevin, known on the local sailing circuit, suffered a strokeI in 2014. Fortunately, Kevin’s health has steadily improved and Robin has once again been afforded the lux- ury of studio time in her self-designed container home. RETROSPECTION in a VASE. Robin is renowned for her equine portraiture. Robin, born and married in South Africa, headed to Australia with Kevin addition to the artist’s creative palette. traiture, one of her favourite creative ‘Existence’ will be on display at Mom in 1983, a move that saw the couple add One of the larger works and more past-times for which she is renowned in Tri’s Wok Gallery Kitchen, located at a daughter and their beloved yacht Poco abstract pieces on display is ‘ADRIFT’. Australia, South Africa and Kenya. 32/78 Patak Rd, Rawai, between Feb 1 to the family. A number of years sail- Completed earlier this year, it expresses These works will depict the stud and March 31. ing between Australia, Africa and Asia Robin’s emotions when the opportunity farms – racing or otherwise – event ven- followed, enabling Robin to exhibit her resurfaced for her to paint again. ues and the horses themselves, her aim For more information, or for an appoint- work far and wide, picking up commis- “With my husband’s continued health being to both publish a book of the works ment to visit the studio, contact the art- sions en route. improvement, I could float free from the as well as exhibit the collection before re- ist directly on +(66) (0) 81 797 1421 or at ‘Existence’ is Robin’s ninth exhibition restrictions the situation had placed on turning to Thailand in a few years’ time. [email protected] in Phuket and those who follow the art- us as a family and create again,” Robin ist will easily recognise her style and de- says. piction of her subjects. That’s not to say “There is more to this work, but I that new surprises won’t be on display, leave you, the viewer, to contemplate its though. full meaning,” she adds. “My style changes with my mood, the One of Robin’s more realist works, subject matter, the light available at the titled ‘LIFE’S EDGE’, was coinciden- time I am painting or simply whatever tally completed the day of her husband’s medium I have on hand at that moment,” stroke. Not one to dwell on the negative, Robin says. she instead sees this piece as having “My work varies from total realism – taken on further meaning; as a begin- particularly with my animal or human ning rather than a loss or ending; the portraiture – to impressionism,” she ebb and flow of the tide bringing new adds. life. A tribute to Robin’s revived life as an It will be a while before Phuket resi- artist, as well as life in general, ‘Exist- dents and tourists will have a chance ence’ promises to suit all manner of crea- to view Robin’s work again as the latter tive tastes. There are a few of her much half of 2019 will see Robin and her hus- loved graphite drawings, pen and ink band returning to Australia for several drawings, a number of oil paintings and years. While there, Robin will prepare her ever-interesting collages, all with work for a number of exhibitions along their added ‘Gillow’ touch. the east coast (from Queensland south to Most intriguing of all, though, are Melbourne, Victoria). her abstract works and use of oil pastel She will also return to animal on canvas, the latter being the newest portraiture, in particular equine por-

@thephuketnews 16 DINING THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 Thai tapas with a modern twist Iron Chef Thailand winner tantalises your taste buds at JW Marriott

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W Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa is honoured to bring chef Prasertchai Trongvanichnam, also known as Chef Jack, Chef de Cuisine of Flavors restau- rant at Renaissance Bang- kok Ratchaprasong Hotel, to Phuket. Chef Jack recently won the prestig- Jious title of ‘Iron Chef Thailand’ after appearing on the television competi- tion. The award-winning chef is ready to excite the palates of diners with his exceptional modern Thai dishes at an upcoming Marriott guest chef’s pop-up event ‘Thai Tapas with a Modern Twist’ Crispy pork belly, steamed which is taking place from Feb 4-7 at kale, turnip and chili pesto. Chef Prasertchai Trongvanichnam. Ginja Taste restaurant and Ginja Cook cooking school. there’s a story behind each course. The tures or mango sticky rice. Highlights include: miang kam foie gras; The programmes for the extraordi- sampling menu includes: ceviche-flamed Attendance to the event costs tom yum espuma; and inked barramun- nary cooking and dining experience are tuna topped with coconut drops, lemon- B2,800++ per person for the six-course di and sea grape seaweed. This intimate as follows: grass and onion powder and mint gel; set menu and B3,500++ per person for cooking class is limited to just 10 seats. 24-hour sous-vide black Angus (grass- the 10-course set menu. Price is B2,400++ per person for food Feb 4-7 from 6pm: fed) short ribs, massaman crusted and The Iron Chef Thailand winner’s à only. Tantalise your taste buds with a mouth- coconut gnocchi; truffle potato in mush- la carte menu is also available at Ginja watering Thai tapas with a modern room dust and pumpkin puree; crispy Taste, JW Marriott Phuket’s Thai res- For more information or for reservations, twist. Select either the six or 10-course pork belly, steamed kale, turnip and chili taurant. kindly contact the Food & Beverage din- set menu created by chef Jack, the Iron pesto; and butterfly pea granita, to name ing experience team. Chef Thailand champion. a few. Feb 5 from 11am-2pm: The Thai tapas dégustation menu fea- A dinner is not complete without des- Chef Jack will hold a live cooking dem- Tel +66 (0)76 338 000 tures stunning dishes revolving around serts. Chef Jack offers a choice of chili onstration at Ginja Cook followed by a Email: fbdiningexperience@marriottho- the theme of molecular gastronomy and and chocolate sphere with pineapple tex- three-course Thai molecular tapas menu. tels.com

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Birthday Baz with his daughter Libby Joel, Jazon, Miki and David BICYCLING BAZ CELEBRATES 70TH WITH A BIRTHDAY BASH TO REMEMBER Surprise! Baz Daniel, regular contributor to The Phuket News and well-known long-term Phuket expat, held his 70th birthday celebrations at Land & Houses Park on Jan 18. The night saw lake views, a seafood buffet, live music, risqué speeches and a portrait painted by the talented Watcharin Rodnit - and a lot of fun! Well done, Baz!

Zoey (left) and Pimporn (right) of Holiday Inn We have a winner! Kim of Hana Tour with Resort Phuket with Teerayut (middle) of Phuket.net Wirapol of Holiday Inn Resort Phuket HOLIDAY INN PHUKET THROWS ‘THANK YOU PARTY’ FOR TRAVEL AGENTS The Holiday Inn Resort Phuket and Sea Breeze Cafe team members were pleased to welcome travel agents to their ‘Thank You Party 2019’ on Jan 18. The exclusive evening gave the resort and its partners the opportunity to meet up and dine together. There were a lot of wonderful prizes for the lucky draw, food and beverage vouchers, Tea Tree Spa vouchers and hotel gift vouchers.

The happy couple Proud family gathered round to celebrate A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN: TAE AND MILK’S WEDDING A CLASS ACT Nited Manee (Tae), Graphic Designer at Class Act Media, and his now-wife Pornprapa Suparp (Milk) tied the knot on Jan 18 at Phuket Merlin Hotel. Hundreds of friends and family members joined the couple to celebrate their big day. Congratulations from all of us at Class Act Media. thephuketnews @thephuketnews 20 EVENTS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019

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GOT YOUR ISLAND VIEW This week NUMBER in history Jan 25, 1995 The Norwegian rocket incident: Rus- sia almost launches a nuclear attack 1.7 after it mistakes Black Brant XII, a Norwegian research rocket, for a US percent is how much the Trident missile. healthiness of the foods we eat decreases by with every hour that Jan 26, 1788 passes in the day. The British First Fleet, led by Arthur Phillip, sails into Port Jackson (Sydney Harbour) to establish Sydney, the first permanent European settlement on Australia. Commemorated as 27 Australia Day. seconds is all it takes for a Jan 27, 1967 person to make a first Apollo program: Astronauts Gus Gris- impression. som, Ed White and Roger Chaffee are killed in a fire during a test of their Apollo 1 spacecraft at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida.

Jan 28, 1393 33 King Charles VI of France is nearly is the age the average millennial killed when several dancers’ costumes starts coming up with a proper catch fire during a masquerade ball. plan or understanding of finances. 150,000 US teenagers identify as transgender. Jan 29, 1980 The Rubik’s Cube makes its inter- national debut at the Ideal Toy Corp. 17 in Earl’s Court, London. Jan 30, 1703 The Forty-seven rōnin, under the billion command of Ōishi Kuranosuke, US dollars is how much avenge the death of their master. marijuana sales are expected to The light within the red. Photo by Amalie Sofie, 14 years old @ QSI Phuket Jan 31, 2012 to reach worldwide this year. The Toyota Corolla is known as the Got an unusual or particularly beautiful picture of Phuket? best-selling car of all time, selling Source: Uberfacts Email it to [email protected] more than 37.5 million units. Source: Wikipedia

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thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 SPORT 29 Patriots sight Super Bowl 53 Rams to face Patriots in Atlanta after controversial overtime playoff in a position like that to win it,” At Kansas City, there were NFL Payton said. “We’ll probably four lead changes and a con-

AFP never get over it.” ference-finals record 38 points The Saints received the ball scored in the fourth quarter. ive-time champion Tom to begin over-time but Rams Brady marched the Patriots Brady guided the New linebacker Dante Fowler hit 65 yards in 84 seconds and FEngland Patriots into Brees as he threw, and safety New England seized a 31-28 their third consecutive Super John Johnson picked off the lead thanks to Rex Burkhead’s Bowl, where they will face a awkward lob while falling 4-yard touchdown run with 39 Los Angeles Rams squad that onto his back, the lone New seconds remaining. advanced Sunday (Jan 20) in Orleans turnover setting up Mahomes then drove the dramatic but controversial Zuerlein’s winner. Chiefs into position for Harri- fashion. “I was crying on the son Butker’s 39-yard equalizer The only day in NFL play- New England quarterback Tom bench,” said Rams defensive field goal with eight seconds off history with two over-time Brady gets a hug after guiding the tackle Ndamukong Suh. “I’ve remaining. thrillers saw the Patriots win Patriots to a 37-31 overtime victory never been this excited.” The Patriots took a 14-0 37-31 at Kansas City on Rex over the Kansas City Chiefs and Rams coach Sean McVay, half-time lead on Sony Michel’s Burkhead’s 2-yard touchdown into Super Bowl 53. Photo: AFP who turned 33 on Thursday, 1-yard touchdown run 8:05 into run in the American Confer- became the youngest coach to the game and Brady’s 29-yard ence final. New England will face Los having won all three on the dramatic late-game drives with reach the Super Bowl. touchdown pass to Phil Dorsett “Over-time, on the road, Angeles in Super Bowl 53 on opening drive of the extra Brady, the sport’s master of “It’s a credit to the people with 27 seconds to play in the against a great team, it required Sunday Feb 3 in Atlanta in the session. such heroics. you have around you,” McVay second quarter. everything,” Brady said. “This NFL championship spectacular. This one came after four The Saints, meanwhile, said. “Our team demonstrated Mahomes answered 2:04 is crazy. That was a hell of a The Patriots seek their lead changes in the fourth quar- were livid over the lack of a great mental toughness. It was into the second half on a 12- game. It’s unbelievable.” third title in five years in their ter and a dramatic fightback late-game penalty call when a tough start. We had confi- yard touchdown pass to Travis The Rams edged host New ninth Super Bowl trip in 18 drive by Kansas City to force Rams defender Nickell Robey- dence and we got it done. It Kelce but the Patriots answered Orleans 26-23 on Greg Zu- seasons under Brady, who at the first extra-time American Coleman ran into Saints re- was a great win.” on Stephen Gostkowski’s 47- erlein’s club playoff record 41 could surpass 39-year-old Conference final since 1986. ceiver Tommylee Lewis on a The Rams seek their fourth yard field goal. 57-yard over-time field goal in Peyton Manning as the oldest “The players just competed third-down pass. New Orleans NFL crown but their first for Damian Williams scored the National Conference final, starting quarterback to win a really hard today,” Patriots lost a chance to run down the Los Angeles in the Super Bowl three fourth-quarter touch- their rally from 13-0 down the Super Bowl and become the coach Bill Belichick said. “You clock and make a last-play era. The team won NFL titles downs for the Chiefs on catches best in team playoff history. first to do it six times. can’t buy these. You’ve got to short field goal try. in 1945 based in Cleveland, of 1 and 23 yards from Ma- “Unbelievable. Can’t find “It feels pretty sweet,” earn them and they earned “They blew the call,” Saints 1951 based in Los Angeles homes and a 2-yard run. the words,” Rams quarterback Brady said. “We earned it and this one.” coach Sean Payton said. “I and by winning the 2000 Brady, 72-1 as a starter Jared Goff said. “To be down I’m really happy for us. It was Chiefs quarterback Patrick don’t know if there was ever Super Bowl while based in when up by 14 or more, 13-0, the defence to play the awesome. What a game.” Mahomes will not become the a more obvious pass interfer- St. Louis. The franchise lost marched the Patriots for rookie way they did. And our kicker Brady became the first youngest Super Bowl cham- ence call.” two other Super Bowl trips in Michel’s 10-yard touchdown made a 57-yard field goal. quarterback in NFL playoff pion quarterback at 23, but he “It’s a tough way to lose a 1980 (Los Angeles) and 2002 run and Burkhead’s go-ahead Unbelievable.” history to go 3-0 in over-time, served notice he could trade game, especially when you’re (St. Louis). and winning touchdown runs.

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@thephuketnews 30 SPORT THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 Riky rises in Captains Cup Black Sheep skipper too deft for Shot Bar Harry, Jig takes third Harry played Otis in the open- on the next table in an epic battle POOL ing quarter final, and the Shot between Riky and Jig.

Gregg Bremner Bar captain produced a solid 2-0 Riky managed to salvage the and Richard Hearne performance. The second quarter first frame with some solid potting, final saw Noi and Andy square off. but Jig came straight back with n amazing turn-out of Rawai After taking the first frame, Noi some great shots to level the score Pool League players and tried to play safe, but not safe enough 1-1. The last frame was probably Aspectators descended on and Andy promptly cleared up. the most entertaining of the night, Black Pearl Bar on Monday night Luckily for Noi, she still man- with Jig once again coming back (Jan 21). As is tradition, the climax aged to take the deciding frame. strong by potting four balls in a row of the Rawai pool season is the Riky played Richard next in an but he fell out of position and the Captains Cup – a mini-tournament intriguing battle. crowd was stunned. Next came an played by the captains from all teams In the end Black Sheep’s Riky amazing shot to the middle pocket in the RPL. played better to win 2-0. to gave Jig new hope, but he missed There were 23 players that reg- The last quarter final allowed his final ball. This gave Riky the istered to represent 23 teams, and White Hart’s Jig to really show his opening, and he put Jig out with each was randomly placed into one skill and experience – he played some flawless shots to go through of four groups before the round-robin some great pool to beat Philipp 2-0. to the final. qualification round began. Captains Cup finalists: (from left) Jig (3rd), Noi (4th), Riky (winner) The semi finals retained the The final was a race to three Group A included captains from and Harry (runner-up). Photo: Richard Hearne same format, and the two matches frames, and the experience of both two of Division A’s top teams, and pitted Harry against Noi and Riky finalists was obvious with some both Riky from Black Sheep and Bull’s Andy and White Hart’s Jig Otis just pipped her to the post by to play Jig. With captains of Divi- very rapid play. Harry from Shot Bar progressed to going through. two points. sion A’s top three teams making it Frames were conceded where the quarter finals. There was strong The tide turned many times in The final two players making to the last four, expectations were easy shots were left for the oppo- competition from Andy Moore play- Group C, and Otis from Future Bar their way to the quarters were indeed high that some quality pool nent, and in the end it was several ing for Islander A and host Dave and Richard from Pita Bar managed Philipp from Division B winners would be on display. uncharacteristic misses by Harry from Black Pearl Bar, and it was the to sneak through to the quarters. Roses Bar and Noi from the all-girl In her first frame Noi uncharac- that allowed Riky to claim the deciding frames that determined Pita Bar’s Richard had started Pink Sheep team. teristically missed pots she would Season 14 Captains Cup. which two players would proceed disastrously when he thought he Mango Bar’s Gregg looked cer- sink any other day, and Harry to the next round. potted off the break and carried on tain to progress, only to fall when happily took advantage to finish A special thank you to Black Pearl Group B provided a super ex- potting until his error was noticed. Pink Sheep’s Noi ran the table off the first frame off. Harry then re- for hosting the event, and to main ample of just how competitive and Despite that he still managed to take the break. ally entered the zone and played RPL sponsor ThailandPoolTables. close this scoring system can be. top spot in the group. Top-ranked Moving into the quarter finals some exceptional positional shots com. If your bar would like to join Four players ended with 40+ female player Pang ran the break the format changed to straight to clear the table for a 2-0 victory. Season 15, please visit Rawai-pool- points, but in the end it was Black to put Gero out of the running, but elimination, race to two frames. His opponent was being decided league.com

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Emiliano Sala has scored 13 MAIN SPONSOR MONTHLY SPONSOR goals for French club Nantes this season. Photo: AFP

The overall competition winner will receive a 3 day/2 night stay in a two-bedroom private pool villa including daily breakfast plus a 90-minute spa treatment for two persons at Baba Beach Club Phuket. Total prize value: B130,000 The monthly competition winner for January 2019 will receive a B3,000 voucher to spend at Angus O’Tool’s Karon Beach.

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MONTHLY STANDINGS OVERALL STANDINGS 1. AAY 20 1. fazza 138 2. adamrosindale 18 2. giggs 138 3. Griffsbar 18 3. Griffsbar 136 4. scottkip 18 4. Smiley Bar 135 5. djfolio 17 5. Fitz 133

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Team MP W D L F A GD Pts 1 Liverpool 23 19 3 1 54 13 +41 60 2 Manchester City 23 18 2 3 62 17 +45 56 3 Tottenham Hotspur 23 17 0 6 48 23 +25 51 4 Chelsea 23 14 5 4 40 19 +21 47 5 Arsenal 23 13 5 5 48 32 +16 44 6 Manchester United 23 13 5 5 46 33 +13 44 7 Watford 23 9 6 8 32 32 0 33 8 Wolverhampton 23 9 5 9 27 31 -4 32 9 Leicester City 23 9 4 10 29 29 0 31 10 West Ham United 23 9 4 10 30 34 -4 31 11 Everton 23 8 6 9 34 33 +1 30 Sala feared dead after 12 Bournemouth 23 9 3 11 33 42 -9 30 13 Brighton 23 7 5 11 25 32 -7 26 14 Crystal Palace 23 6 4 13 23 32 -9 22 15 Southampton 23 5 7 11 25 40 -15 22 suspected plane crash 16 Burnley 23 6 4 13 23 43 -20 22 17 Newcastle United 23 5 6 12 19 31 -12 21 On Sunday (Jan 20), Sala upon hearing the news that I have come here wanting to FOOTBALL 18 Cardiff City 23 5 4 14 19 44 -25 19 travelled back to Nantes to say the plane had gone missing. work and to help my team- 19 Burnley 14 2 3 9 13 29 -16 9 AFP goodbye to his team-mates We expected Emiliano to mates and the club.” 20 Fulham 14 2 2 10 14 35 -21 8 and collect his belongings arrive last night into Cardiff Sala’s last post on Insta- remier League club after spending two days in and today was due to be his gram showed him surrounded Live Sports TV Schedule Cardiff City’s record Cardiff finalising the move. first day with the team,” the by players from Nantes. “La *Times may be subject to change new signing, Emiliano On Monday he flew from Premier League club’s execu- ultima ciao (the last good- SPORT START STOP EVENT TEAMS / INFO P th Sala, is missing presumed dead Nantes to Cardiff at 19:15 tive director Ken Choo said bye),” he wrote. Friday 25 Jan after a light aircraft he was (France time) but, at 20:30, in a statement. The accident, if con- Cricket 12:30 14:30 Test 3, MCG Australia v India, Day 3 travelling in disappeared over the Piper Malibu light aircraft “We continue to pray for firmed, comes only three Cricket 14:50 23:00 Test 1, Centurion South Africa v Pakistan, Day 3 the English Channel, with a he was aboard went missing positive news.” months after Vichai Srivad- Cricket 12:30 14:30 Test 3, MCG Australia v India, Day 3 search to find the plane being off Alderney in the Channel Cardiff called off a train- dhanaprabha, the Thai bil- Cricket 14:50 23:00 Test 1, Centurion South Africa v Pakistan, Day 3 Saturday 26th Jan called off on Tuesday (Jan 22). Islands. ing session planned for Tues- lionaire owner of Leicester Rugby Union 22:00 00:00 Gallagher Premiership Saracens v Worcester The Argentine striker, The plane had been flying day morning, whilst stunned City, died in a helicopter crash Soccer 22:00 00:00 EPL Watford v Newcastle signed last Saturday (Jan 19) at 5,000ft when it contacted supporters gathered outside that shocked the club and 22:00 00:00 EPL Brighton v. Everton from French club Nantes for Jersey air traffic control re- the club’s ground to lay flow- supporters around the world. 22:00 00:00 EPL Tottenham v Wolves a reported fee of 17 million questing descent. The plane ers and scarves. Sala began his football- 00:30 02:30 EPL Liverpool v. Arsenal euros (B613.18mn) – a record lost contact while at 2,300ft. With his former team- ing career at French club Soccer 18:30 22:00 SPFL Rangers v Celtic for Cardiff City – was flying One of the rescuers mates in shock, Nantes had Bordeaux, who he joined in Cricket 12:30 14:30 Test 3, MCG Australia v India, Day 4 to Cardiff aboard the plane searching for the missing their French Cup tie against 2010, and had loan spells at Cricket 14:50 23:00 Test 1, Centurion South Africa v Pakistan, Day 4 Sunday 27th Jan that disappeared from radars plane earlier admitted they third-tier side Entente San- other French clubs including Cricket 12:30 14:30 Test 3, MCG Australia v India, Day 4 around 20 kilometres north were “fearing the worst”. nois Saint-Gratien postponed Orleans, Niort and Caen. Cricket 14:50 23:00 Test 1, Centurion South Africa v Pakistan, Day 4 of the island of Guernsey on “Sadly we are fearing the from Wednesday until Sunday He joined Nantes in 2015 21:05 23:00 EPL Burnley v West Ham Monday night. worst...the sea temperature is (Jan 27). for one million euros and Soccer 21:15 23:10 EPL Southampton v Man City The search continued so cold at the moment," John Meanwhile, hundreds had scored 42 Ligue 1 goals 23:30 01:30 EPL Man United v Bournemouth throughout Tuesday before Fitzgerald, Chief Officer of of fans of his former team in three and a half seasons Cricket 12:30 14:30 Test 3, MCG Australia v India, Day 5 being suspended for the night, Channel Islands Air Search, gathered for a vigil in the at the Stade de la Beaujoire. Cricket 14:50 23:00 Test 1, Centurion South Africa v Pakistan, Day 5 with police on the British told AFP. western French city on Tues- island warning that survival The player’s mother, Mer- day evening, placing flowers, chances were “slim” if the cedes, claimed in an interview scarves and flags on the water aircraft landed on water. with Argentine television fountain and chanting the A 15-hour search cover- channel C5N that the plane striker’s name at Place Royale. ing a 3,000 square-kilometre belonged to the Cardiff chair- “I still have hope, he is a area in the Channel spotted “a man, Mehmet Dalman. fighter,” said Nantes president number of floating objects in “The last time I spoke Waldemar Kita in a tweet the water”, Guernsey police to Emi was before take-off published by the Ligue 1 club. added. and he was very happy in When he put pen to paper “We have found no signs the best time of his career,” at relegation-threatened Car- of those on board. If they did she added. diff on Saturday, Sala, who land on the water, the chances Sala, who had been at also has Italian nationality, of survival are at this stage, Nantes since 2015 and had said in a statement: “I’m very unfortunately, slim.” scored 13 goals in all competi- happy to be here. It gives me French civil aviation au- tions this season, had signed a great pleasure and I can’t thorities had confirmed that three-and-a-half-year contract wait to start training, meet 28-year-old Sala “was on with relegation-threatened my new team-mates and get board the plane”. It is thought Cardiff subject to receiving down to work. there was one other passenger international clearance. “For me it feels special (to on the aircraft. “We were very shocked be the club’s record signing).

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