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McIlroy chases Masters repeat at lightning-fast Augusta
McIlroy chases Masters repeat at lightning-fast Augusta
GOLF: Rory McIlroy seeks a historic repeat victory starting today (Apr 9) at the 90th Masters, while world number one Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau lead a host of challengers in firm and fast conditions.
Three Thai crew confirmed dead
Three Thai crew confirmed dead
BANGKOK: Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow yesterday (Apr 8) confirmed the deaths of three Thai crew members who went missing following an attack on the vessel MV Mayuree Naree in the Strait of Hormuz last month amid the Middle East conflict.
Co-payment scheme extended to May
Co-payment scheme extended to May
BANGKOK: The Finance Ministry has confirmed the next phase of the “Khon La Khrueng” co-payment scheme will start in May, with an expanded reach aimed at easing the financial strain on households amid ongoing economic pressures.
Moon jellyfish wash ashore at Koh Racha Yai
Moon jellyfish wash ashore at Koh Racha Yai
PHUKET: Marine biologists have warned beachgoers to avoid contact with jellyfish after dozens of moon jellyfish were found stranded along a popular beach on Koh Racha Yai, south of Phuket.
Phuket launches Songkran safety operations centre
Phuket launches Songkran safety operations centre
PHUKET: Local officials have launched a province-wide operations centre to intensify road and maritime safety controls for Songkran 2026, with a strong public message: don’t drink and drive.
Skål Phuket - April Dinner - Special Edition
Skål Phuket - April Dinner - Special Edition
We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Skål Phuket gathering, hosted by Ajay and his team at Pullman Phuket Karon Beach Resort. This special edition will feature an interactive workshop session, followed by our signature networking drinks and dinner. Workshop Highlight: The Thrive Approach with Niels Steeman, one of Bangkok’s leading health and lifestyle coaches. Niels has built a custom 2 hour, practical and valuable session, based on our input for the topics. Interactive session where active participation is required. Registration 15:30-16:00 for the workshop. Dress code: comfortable casual (workshop) and smart casual (dinner). Networking drinks followed by dinner from 18:00. Members B1300 - Non-Members B1700. Bookings - contact@skalphuket.org, more info at facebook.com/SkalPhuket
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: SHOOTING AT SUPERCHEAP: Gunman Arrested, Jet Ski Crews Brawl, Military Draft Drama || April 8
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: SHOOTING AT SUPERCHEAP: Gunman Arrested, Jet Ski Crews Brawl, Military Draft Drama || April 8
PHUKET XTRA - April 8 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Bangkok Songkran to be alcohol-free and end at 10pm
Bangkok Songkran to be alcohol-free and end at 10pm
BANGKOK: Bangkok will ensure water splashing remains alcohol-free citywide during Songkran, with all such activities to end by 10pm.
Drug kingpin with B1mn bounty expatriated to Thailand
Drug kingpin with B1mn bounty expatriated to Thailand
BANGKOK: A fugitive Thai drug kingpin with a B1 million bounty, who was wanted under 60 arrest warrants and played dead, was arrested in South Korea and extradited to Thailand yesterday (Apr 7).
Both sides claim victory after US, Iran agree to 11th hour truce
Both sides claim victory after US, Iran agree to 11th hour truce
WASHINGTON: The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire barely an hour before President Donald Trump’s Wednesday deadline to obliterate the country was set to expire, with Tehran to temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Proposed tax on arrivals draws mixed reactions
Proposed tax on arrivals draws mixed reactions
BANGKOK: Tourism operators have expressed mixed views on the new government's plan to levy a B300 tourism tax, as it may affect travel sentiment amid sluggish tourism caused by the Middle East crisis.
Phuket taxis on LPG remain unaffected by fuel price surge
Phuket taxis on LPG remain unaffected by fuel price surge
PHUKET: Metered taxi services in Phuket continue to operate normally despite concerns over rising global oil prices, with the vast majority of vehicles running on alternative fuels, officials have claimed.
Crude prices plunge, stocks surge as US and Iran agree ceasefire
Crude prices plunge, stocks surge as US and Iran agree ceasefire
HONG KONG: Oil prices plunged on Wednesday (Apr 8) while stocks rallied after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that will see Tehran temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Missing oil probe widens in South
Missing oil probe widens in South
BANGKOK: The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has stepped up efforts to verify 57 million litres of missing oil in Surat Thani by examining transport records, vessel routes and possible ship-to-ship transfers at sea.
Thai amateur ‘Fifa’ ready for Masters kick-off
Thai amateur ‘Fifa’ ready for Masters kick-off
GOLF: Pongsapak Laopakdee, a 21-year-old Thai golfer better known as ‘Fifa’, is ready for a historic start tomorrow (Apr 9) at the 90th Masters.
Phuket Airport stages full-scale sea crash drill
Phuket Airport stages full-scale sea crash drill
PHUKET: Phuket International Airport has staged a full-scale emergency drill simulating a passenger aircraft crashing into the sea off Nai Yang Beach yesterday (Apr 7), testing the airport’s ability to respond to a major aviation disaster.
Man arrested with 10,000 meth pills
Man arrested with 10,000 meth pills
PHUKET: A man has been arrested in Phuket with 10,000 methamphetamine pills as provincial authorities intensified a crackdown on drug trafficking.
350 officers mobilised for Songkran safety
350 officers mobilised for Songkran safety
PHUKET: Phuket officials have launched a province-wide crime suppression campaign ahead of the Songkran festival, deploying more than 350 personnel in a coordinated effort to safeguard residents and tourists.
Gunman arrested after SuperCheap warehouse shooting
Gunman arrested after SuperCheap warehouse shooting
PHUKET: Police have arrested a 50-year-old man for shooting his co-worker inside a warehouse at the main SuperCheap store in Ratsada, bringing a swift end to a manhunt launched after the attack.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Suspect In Female Tourist Attack Caught, Fuel Scandal Brewing, Russian Driver Bailed || April 7
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Suspect In Female Tourist Attack Caught, Fuel Scandal Brewing, Russian Driver Bailed || April 7
PHUKET XTRA - April 7 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand