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theguardian.com At least 100 people may have died in the Philippines from the impact of super typhoon Haiyan, a senior government official said.
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bangkokpost.com Fears of a street confrontation loomed after a red-shirt call for a rally on Sunday to counter protests by opponents of the amnesty bill, who show no sign of scaling back demonstrations putting pressure on the government.
ft.com Thailand's self-exiled former prime minister has hit back at claims he is planning to return home under a contentious proposed amnesty law that has triggered street protests and fresh international fears about the country's stability. Thaksin Shinawatra - who has stayed out of Thailand since a 2008 corruption conviction there - broke his silence to say he wanted to come back only if he was not going to be ''part of the problem''.
nationmultimedia.com Opposition to the controversial amnesty bill has expanded beyond Thailand's borders, with Thai expatriates and students in several countries also staging their own protests. The sound of whistles seems to be echoing around the world as Thais in a number of countries gather to express their disagreement about the bill.
nationmultimedia.com One of the main concerns raised by the government and representatives from the tourism industry was that the ongoing protests could be detrimental to the industry. However, for Kiatanantha Lounkaew, director of Dhurakij Pundit University Research Centre (DPURC), said the answer to this is both yes and no.
dailymail.co.uk A four week Epic Gaming Adventure pilgrimage spans three continents and eight different countries, taking in the birthplace of gaming as well as visiting stunning locations that have inspired some of the world's most famous games. From Phuket in Thailand gamers will hot foot it to Phang Nga Bay to bask in the sunshine of the beautiful Ko Tapu Islands, a setting frequented by Lara Croft in Tomb Raider Underworld.
nationmultimedia.com Salaries across Asia-Pacific are set to rise an average 7 per cent in 2014, with China and Vietnam leading the way in East Asia in terms of increases, according to a survey conducted by professional services company Towers Watson.
nationmultimedia.com Nirvana Development, a leading developer of luxury residential projects, will spend more than Bt7 billion next year on four major properties, including a riverside condominium on Charoen Nakhon Road worth about Bt3 billion: ''We are interested in locations where people have a strong purchasing power, such as Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket.''
chicagotribune.com Tourists were warned to stay off some beaches on Phuket after a large crocodile was seen just offshore. The crocodile, which may have come from a nearby marsh, reportedly is more than 9 feet long and first was spotted near Mai Khao Beach on Monday.
bangkokpost.com The British embassy has announced that its honorary consuls in Phuket and Samui will no longer provide notarial services, such as income verification letters for immigration purposes. British citizens requiring official documentation must now deal with the embassy in Bangkok.
Phuket Coming Events 2013
On November 24 the Camillian Social Center in Phang Nga, north of Phuket, will be holding a 30-kilometre charity bicycle ride. Team, family and individual entries are invited. The centre, supported by the Sarojin Khao Lak Community Fund, provides day care, education, food and physiotherapy for disabled children in the region. Start: 8.15am. Contact Khun Somchai at somchaismilelove@gmail.com
On November 22 the American Chamber of Commerce Thailand will hold a real estate seminar at the Angsana Laguna Phuket. Topics include the trend in leasehold ownership, regulating real estate agencies and current island property trends.
The event is public and ideal for for professionals, those working in real estate related businesses and anyone thinking of investing in real estate in Thailand. From 4.30pm to 6.30pm. Admission is 100 baht which includes one free drink.
November 8-9 Islamic New year celebrations, opposite Phuket Provincial Hall
November 8 IBAP networking, Urban Food, Central Festival
November 8-9 BIS schools football tournament
November 17 Loy Kratong Day
November 22 Amcham real estate seminar, 4.30pm Angsana Resort
November 24 Camillian day care 30k charity bicycle ride, Phang Nga. 8.15am.
November 24-December 1 Challenge Laguna Phuket Tri-Fest. Laguna Phuket
November 26 Phuket's honorary consuls meet with officials
November 28 French Fair, Jungceylon
December 5 HM The King's birthday
December 26 Commemoration of 2004 Asian Tsunami
Phuket Coming Events 2014
January 9-12 Phuket International Boat Show, Royal Phuket Marina
September 24-October 2 Vegetarian Festival, Phuket
November 14-21 Fourth Asia Beach Games, Phuket
