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Shark net protects swimmers in French Pacific territory
AFP, Published on 06/12/2023
» NOUMEA - Beach lovers were able to take a dip in New Caledonia's capital Noumea for the first time in months Wednesday, after the French Pacific territory installed a controversial net to keep sharks out.
Two killed by Pattaya speedboat
Gary Boyle, Published on 27/09/2023
» The body of a missing 22-year-old Russian swimmer hit by a Pattaya speedboat that entered an off-limits zone was found on rocks off Haad Tian on Koh Larn on Wednesday morning. His friend also died after being hit by the speedboat.
Young tourist found dead after hit by off-limits speedboat
Chaiyot Pupattanapong, Published on 27/09/2023
» PATTAYA: The body of a missing 22-year-old Russian swimmer hit by a Pattaya speedboat that entered an off-limits zone was found on rocks off Haad Tian on Koh Larn on Wednesday morning.
Malaysia's Forest City teeters over China property giant woes
Published on 03/09/2023
» On the approach to Malaysia's $100-billion island megaproject backed by Chinese investment, a collapsed bridge forces drivers to detour before they reach an artificial city emerging from palm oil trees where condos, roads and shops lay empty.
Fun in the sun on the Vietnam coast
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 29/08/2023
» Vietnam, deemed to be the next tourist hotpot in Southeast Asia, is busy. If you can get past the online visa hassles (should you need it), which require at least 10-15 days application in advance to be on the safer side, nothing like a mini break to revive the soul. Enter Danang, the popular resort and casino town with an endless coastline that stretches far beyond the eye line.
Oil slick spurs beach clean-up
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 08/08/2023
» PHUKET: Authorities are leading the effort to clean up an oil slick, which has washed up on the shore of Koh Racha Yai off the coast of Muang district.
Two tourists drown, another rescued at Karon beach
Online Reporters, Published on 02/08/2023
» PHUKET: Two Indian tourists drowned and a third was rescued after they were swept out to sea by strong waves that pounded Karon beach on Tuesday evening.
Burst dam upsets Odesa beach plan
Sunday Spotlight, Published on 09/07/2023
» Last summer, the beaches that ring the port city of Odesa in southern Ukraine were crowded with volunteers packing sandbags under bluffs where troops were positioned in machine gun nests as the threat of a Russian amphibious assault still loomed.
A swim for the sea
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 13/06/2023
» In late April, Psi Scott, a Scottish-Thai marine conservationist, along with 36 volunteers set a new record for Southeast Asia in a swimming relay of over 70km, crossing the Andaman Sea to raise awareness about marine conservation and plastic waste reduction. Psi also became the youngest swimmer to establish a new open sea swimming record for Asia -- 50km in two days without equipment.
Stay Comfortable and Stylish with These Hong Kong Athleisure Brands
Published on 13/05/2023
» Athleisure, which combines athletic and leisure wear, has gained popularity once again as social events and travel return to normalcy. This fashion trend effortlessly combines style and comfort, catering to modern consumers who seek versatile and sophisticated clothing and accessories suitable for both casual and formal occasions. While being fashionable and trendy are important aspects of athleisure, consumers are increasingly conscious of the eco-friendliness of brands and their use of sustainable materials.