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Bangkok’s WorldPride 2030 bid aims to create a lasting legacy for LGBTQIA+ communities across Asia

Ad Feature Bangkok bids for WorldPride 2030

AOT representatives met with airlines and airports from around the world at Routes World 2026 in Frankfurt.

Ad Feature AOT strengthens Thailand’s global air links at Routes World 2026

The exhibition invites designers to rethink the future amid technological, social and environmental transformation

Ad Feature Bangkok hosts design expo

The secretary general said Thailand wanted to continue attracting high-potential talent from across the globe

Ad Feature Thailand's Long-Term Residence Visa hits 12,000 approvals

Buyers are turning to Phuket as a safe haven

Ad Feature Banyan Group Residences showcases Phuket luxury homes to UK buyers

David Norris (far left), Sean Davis and Greg Halford were among the triumphant England side which won the Seniors World Cup on Saturday.

Pompey among the silverware: England World Cup glory for popular trio

The event ran May 13–16 in Bangkok

Ad Feature SUBCON Expo hits £526 million in parts trade

Lewis McClelland, left, has had multiple surgeries in the aftermath of his crash in Thailand.

Man who suffered life-changing accident in Thailand is finally home

Three in 10 Gen Zs have been influenced to visit thanks to social media creators.

The top 15 TV shows and films inspiring people to travel to Asia

Graham ‘Pompey Gray’ Carter — born to ride, lived free, and forever part of the road he loved

Final ride home for “Pompey Gray”: Portsmouth family’s emotional farewell to a t...

A family has launched a fundraiser to get him home from Thailand after a mass on his spine has left him paralysed.

Pictured: Robin with three of his grandchildren

Family launch fundraiser to bring paralysed dad home from Thailand

The list offers culture and authenticity for holidaymakers looking to travel to these unique edges of the world

Expedia reveals list of ‘best’ islands to visit this year

Southsea Common was transformed this weekend into a Thai craft and food extravanganza for the whole family.

Pictured - There were dozens of food options to choose from

Photos by Alex Shute

Exciting Thai Food Festival returns to Southsea Common - when, tickets

Mystery beach holidays to the Maldives, St Lucia, or Mauritius from only £199 with Wowcher

Mystery beach holidays from £199 with Wowcher

TUI launches Thailand weddings following surge in demand

Cardiff City and former Portsmouth College student Andy Rinomhota, left, with his brother Joseph, right, who died in a Thai boxing match last weekend. Pic: Instagram/Andy Rinomhota.

Relegation rival and former Portsmouth College student hit by tragedy
Cardiff City’s Andy Rinomhota has paid tribute to his brother following his tragic death.
Jordan Cross

TUI’s top holiday picks for Snow White’s Seven Dwarfs: Grumpy's wellness retreat...

Jessica Jayne Turner flew from Koh Samui Airport.

I watched planes take off while sunbathing at the world’s best airport

You could hit the jackpot and have a holiday in Dubai for just £99 - or it might just be a beach holiday in Spain

This £99 mystery holiday deal includes Barbados, New York, or Dubai

Louis Bennett and Kay Chalaris with young Aris.

Watch: Portsmouth tot hostel-hopping in Asia to “discover the world”

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific's Black Friday event: Deals and Uber vouchers to be had

Money-saving hack lets you visit more luxury destinations for less

Haggis the pygmy hippo calf.

Watch: Rare tiny ‘Moo Deng’ pygmy hippo calf born at zoo

NCA seize cannabis hauls at UK airports and arrest smugglers.

Watch: NCA seize cannabis hauls at UK airports and arrest smugglers

The Wowcher Mystery Holiday

Viral £99 Mystery Holiday to Maldives, Vegas and Ibiza returns

WATCH: Giggling Squid welcomes customers to new site in Gunwharf Quays

Anthony George, 74, from Bristol

Watch: Man gives up work to travel 100,000 miles around world in van
Watch Anthony George, 74, show off his converted Ford Transit van in which he has travelled 100,000 miles around the world in between being treated for cancer.
Kate Pounds

See inside the brand new Giggling Squid - 17 pictures

Temporary signage adorns the doors of the iconic Vulcan building in Gunwharf Quays as the site is being transformed into a home for Giggling Squid which will open this month.

Elation builds as Giggling Squid gets ready to open its doors

Giggling Squid

Giggling Squid to open its doors soon - here's the menu

Temporary signage adorns the doors of the iconic Vulcan building in Gunwharf Quays as the site is being transformed into a home for Giggling Squid which will open this month.

Anticipation builds as Giggling Squid gets ready to open its doors

The Portsmouth International Kite Festival returns to Southsea Common on July 27 and 28, with beautiful and awe-inspiring kites flying high across the skies.

Glorious kite festival to return to Southsea Common

Alicia Tunnicliffe, 23, and daughter, Milani, five, on their travels in Asia.

Watch: Mum quits job to backpack around Asia with her five-year-old

Southsea Thai Food and Craft Festival is a popular annual event and it has a range of things to get involved in that won't break the bank. The event will be taking place on July 13 and 14 and will have something for everyone to get involved in. Picture: Keith Woodland (270719-8)

Southsea to host annual beloved food and craft festival

Temporary signage adorns the doors of the iconic Vulcan building in Gunwharf Quays as the site is being transformed into a home for Giggling Squid which will open this month.

Temporary signage spotted ready for Giggling Squid arrival

Loch Fyne, located in Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, closed down suddenly in November. Giggling Squid has announced that it will be moving into the vacant site and opening its doors this month.

Thai restaurant Giggling Squid gets ready to to open this month

Loch Fyne, located in Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, closed down suddenly in November. Giggling Squid has announced that it will be moving into the vacant site and opening its doors next month.

Delight as trendy and authentic Thai restaurant announces opening date

TUI now flies direct to Thailand

New twist makes it easier than ever before to holiday in paradise

I went to Goodwoof with my mum and dog and had an absolute blast.

I took my mum and my leonberger to Goodwoof 2024-and it was incredible

A look inside restaurant, Banana Tree in Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth. Picture: Habibur Rahman

WATCH: We took a tour of new Pan-Asian restaurant in Gunwharf Quays

Gareth Lines, 36, of Portsmouth, save a man's life on board a plane to London Heathrow from Thailand. Picture: Gareth Lines/SWNS

Off-duty paramedic saves man who tried to take his own life on plane

Banana Tree in Gunwharf Quays will be opening its doors on March 24 and the restaurant will be giving away 1,000 free Katsu curries.

New Pan-Asian restaurant in Gunwharf Quays announces opening date

Live Well Southsea has turned one and celebrations are under way.
Pictured: Owners, Grace and Simon.

Couple honoured to be celebrating first anniversary of business

Bioluminescent plankton: ‘northern lights of sea’ found on UK coast

Picture: Habibur Rahman

Breaking British teen found dead in Thailand forest

The blue Billy Chips that will be available at participating Central Co-op stores - Credit: Billy Chip

Co-op stores to sell poker chips to donate hot drinks to the homeless

36 Old Rectory Road, Farlington - Guide price £435,000

Farlington three bedroom bungalow is on the market for £435,000

55 South Road, Drayton - guide price £460,000

Drayton three bedroom home is on the market for £460,000

Anthony Murphy

Family devastated after their loved one dies in a crash in Thailand

Koh Tao, a small island in Thailand is notoriously known as ‘Death Island’ after a series of mysterious deaths involving tourists and expats. Picture by Pexels

British diving instructor found dead on Thailand’s ‘Death Island’

Royal Thailand Navy warship capsizes - 33 sailors remain missing

A Thai monkey trainer works with a monkey showing it how to collect coconuts at the Samui Monkey Center on Samui island

HelloFresh accused of using forced monkey labour for coconut milk

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The University of Portsmouth have found a weapon against superbugs

This is when Father’s Day falls in 2021 in the UK - and best gift ideas

The Pacific Thai, which has just opened in Drayton for dine-in for the first time since opening in January

Pictured: Manager, Joanne Upton with staff,Sarnsook Boonserm, John Le, Nitaga Layden, Tharaanee Wongnimit-Hayden at Pacific Thai, Drayton, Portsmouth on 26 May 2021

Picture: Habibur Rahman

Thai restaurant opens its doors in Drayton selling curries, noodles and sushi

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