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Cambodia welcomes liner - Anutin not convinced cruise ship virus-free
Cambodia welcomes liner - Anutin not convinced cruise ship virus-free
WORLD: A cruise ship carrying 1,455 guests and 802 crew that was turned away by Thailand and four other countries on concerns over coronavirus, was finally given permission yesterday (Feb 12) to dock in Cambodia, its operator announced.
Somyot scores a landslide victory
Somyot scores a landslide victory
FOOTBALL: Somyot Poompunmuang secured his second term as president of the Football Association of Thailand (FAT) after a comfortable win in yesterday’s election.
Youth flaunting home-made gun kills friend
Youth flaunting home-made gun kills friend
KANCHANABURI: A 17-year-old boy was accidentally shot and killed when a teenager was showing off a home-made gun to a group of friends early this morning (Feb 12).
Somkid tells public not to panic
Somkid tells public not to panic
BANGKOK: Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak has asked the public not to panic about the coronavirus outbreak or economic problems by giving assurances that Thailand will be steered through difficult times.
Speedboat deaths spark safety push
Speedboat deaths spark safety push
BANGKOK: The Transport Ministry has ordered the Harbour Department to tighten safety measures after a speedboat collision in Phuket killed two Russian children and injured 19 Russian tourists on Monday (Feb 10).
Victims to get additional aid as donations pour in
Victims to get additional aid as donations pour in
THAILAND: The cabinet has set up a special committee to follow up on additional aid for victims of the recent mass shooting in Nakhon Ratchasima, government spokesperson Narumon Pinyosinwat said.
Special flu wards set up in tourist hotspots to screen virus
Special flu wards set up in tourist hotspots to screen virus
THAILAND: Special clinics for monitoring influenza patients will be opened to contain the novel coronavirus as both diseases produce similar symptoms, according to the Ministry of Public Health.
TAT slashes revenue target for 2020
TAT slashes revenue target for 2020
BANGKOK: The tourism sector is heading for its first revenue contraction in a decade as Chinese tourists, the biggest source market, remain under lockdown amid fears of a pandemic.
HMs express condolences
HMs express condolences
THAILAND: Their Majesties the King and Queen have expressed condolences and extended their moral support to the families of victims in the shooting rampage in Nakhon Ratchasima, says Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.
Thailand denies Westerdam cruise ship entry
Thailand denies Westerdam cruise ship entry
LAEM CHABANG: Thailand will not allow a cruise ship from Japan to let passengers disembark at the Laem Chabang port, Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said today (Feb 11).
Poor security worsened mall mass shooting toll: PM
Poor security worsened mall mass shooting toll: PM
BANGKOK: Following Nakhon Ratchasima’s shooting rampage, which left 30 people dead, including the gunman, and 57 others injured, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Sunday ordered a review of security measures at the military’s armouries.
12 killed as soldier opens fire in Korat
12 killed as soldier opens fire in Korat
NAKHON RATCHASIMA: At least 12 people were reported killed and an unknown number injured in a shooting spree by a soldier who later took hostages at a local shopping mall in Saturday evening.
Philippines deal a blow to Thailand Fed Cup hopes
Philippines deal a blow to Thailand Fed Cup hopes
TENNIS: Thailand’s hopes of gaining promotion to Fed Cup Group 1 suffered a blow after they lost 2-1 to the Philippines in the Asia/Oceania Zone Group 2 in Wellington, New Zealand, yesterday (Feb 6).
Tax deadline moved because of outbreak
Tax deadline moved because of outbreak
BANGKOK: The Cabinet has pushed back the deadline for the filing of personal income tax to support individuals and businesses hit by the coronavirus outbreak.
Somkid tells public not to panic: nation will weather economic woes, virus
Somkid tells public not to panic: nation will weather economic woes, virus
THAILAND: Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak has asked the public not to panic about the coronavirus outbreak or economic problems by giving assurances that Thailand will be steered through difficult times.
FFP’s fate decided in 2 weeks
FFP’s fate decided in 2 weeks
THAILAND: The Constitutional Court says it will rule on whether to dissolve the Future Forward Party (FFP) on Feb 21 over allegations that it accepted a 191.2-million-baht loan from its leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, a violation of the organic law on political parties.
Sick Wuhan returnees have recovered
Sick Wuhan returnees have recovered
THAILAND: The four returnees from Wuhan who were hospitalised with a fever have all recovered, but one still requires treatment for a lung disorder.
Thailand turn to Tammy for inspiration
Thailand turn to Tammy for inspiration
TENNIS: Tamarine Tanasugarn will partner Watsachol Sawatdee in the doubles event as Thailand take on the Philippines in the second Pool B tie of the Fed Cup Asia/Oceania Group II in Wellington, New Zealand, today (Feb 6).
Chinese media lavish praise on Thai response to outbreak
Chinese media lavish praise on Thai response to outbreak
THAILAND: Chinese media have praised Thailand for its “vigorous efforts” to help fight the spread of the novel coronavirus as the kingdom vowed to help Beijing in its time of need.
Local contagion cases mount as six more discovered with coronavirus
Local contagion cases mount as six more discovered with coronavirus
THAILAND: Thailand reported more cases of human-to-human transmission of coronavirus with six people, four Thais and two Chinese tourists, the latest found to be infected, Thai health officials said yesterday (Feb 4).