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Iran targets Gulf energy sites after gas field strike
Iran targets Gulf energy sites after gas field strike
TEHRAN: Iran targeted energy facilities across the Gulf and threatened further destructive attacks after a key gas field was hit, raising fears today (Mar 19) of a wider assault on fuel supplies that could jolt already rattled global markets.
Phuket tourism impact ‘limited’ amid flight disruptions
Phuket tourism impact ‘limited’ amid flight disruptions
PHUKET: Thailand’s aviation sector has begun feeling the effects of the ongoing Middle East conflict, with more than 1,000 flights to the country cancelled in recent weeks, though tourism operators in Phuket say the impact remains limited for now.
Thais demand government action on living costs
Thais demand government action on living costs
BANGKOK: Thais say their top concern is rising living costs and they are urging the new government to take swift action on the issue, according to a National Statistical Office (NSO) survey.
Swiss Society Phuket
Swiss Society Phuket
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Chinese tourist shot by stray bullet at shooting range
Chinese tourist shot by stray bullet at shooting range
PHUKET: A Chinese tourist was seriously injured after being struck in the face by a bullet that was accidentally discharged by a shooting range employee in Kathu yesterday (Mar 18).
Six arrested in night crackdown on loud exhausts
Six arrested in night crackdown on loud exhausts
PHUKET: Six people were arrested and multiple motorcycles seized during a late-night police operation targeting noisy modified vehicles on Phuket’s bypass road, with officers also confiscating knives from three individuals.
Worker killed in 20-metre fall from power pole in Kathu
Worker killed in 20-metre fall from power pole in Kathu
PHUKET: A 44-year-old worker died after falling around 20 metres from a high-voltage electric pole in Kathu this afternoon (Mar 18), in an incident witnessed by his wife and children.
Traffic officer struck by pickup at Heroines Monument
Traffic officer struck by pickup at Heroines Monument
PHUKET: A traffic police officer was injured after being struck by a pickup truck while on duty at the Heroines Monument earlier today (Mar 18), with the driver initially fleeing the scene before later coming forward to police.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Russian Tourist Killed in Phuket Van Crash, Freedom Beach Raid, Lion Cafe Scandal || March 18
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Russian Tourist Killed in Phuket Van Crash, Freedom Beach Raid, Lion Cafe Scandal || March 18
PHUKET XTRA - March 18 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Foreign tourists clash in Patong Jetty brawl
Foreign tourists clash in Patong Jetty brawl
PHUKET: A late-night brawl involving foreign tourists broke out at the pier at the southern end of Patong, causing alarm among bystanders as the fight spilled into a roadside parking area.
Some 1,000 flights to Thailand cancelled amid Middle East war
Some 1,000 flights to Thailand cancelled amid Middle East war
BANGKOK: Since war erupted in the Middle East late last month, about 1,000 Thailand-bound flights have been cancelled, according to Aeronautical Radio of Thailand.
Lion Phuket Cafe under scrutiny after viral cub video
Lion Phuket Cafe under scrutiny after viral cub video
PHUKET: A Phuket café featuring lion cubs has once again been thrust into controversy after a viral video showing the cubs inside the premises sparked renewed public concern ‒ despite officials saying the animals are being kept legally and in line with welfare standards.
Senior US counterterrorism official resigns to protest Iran war
Senior US counterterrorism official resigns to protest Iran war
WASHINGTON: A senior US counterterrorism official resigned yesterday (Mar 17) to protest the US-Israeli war against Iran and said the Islamic Republic posed no imminent threat to the United States.
Freedom Beach raided for illegal 'entrance fee' operations
Freedom Beach raided for illegal 'entrance fee' operations
PHUKET: More than 100 officers descended on Freedom Beach yesterday (Mar 17) in a major crackdown on illegal encroachment and unauthorised fee collection, with officials warning that influential figures may be behind the occupation of protected land.
‘Supergirl’ calls time on young career
‘Supergirl’ calls time on young career
MMA: Anna “Supergirl” Jaroonsak walked out of Lumpinee Stadium last Saturday morning (Mar 14) knowing the fight was over.
Key goods put under strict price watch
Key goods put under strict price watch
BANGKOK: The government will strictly control prices of 59 regulated product categories, mostly consumer goods, allowing increases only when justified and warning of tough action against violators, Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun said yesterday (Mar 17).
Three arrested in Rawai drug raid
Three arrested in Rawai drug raid
PHUKET: Three suspected drug dealers have been arrested in a police raid on a trafficking network in Rawai, with officers seizing more than 1,300 methamphetamine pills (ya bah) along with crystal meth (ya ice) and drug paraphernalia.
Oil price spike forecast to slash Thai GDP growth
Oil price spike forecast to slash Thai GDP growth
BANGKOK: Every US$10 increase in the oil price per barrel is expected to reduce Thai GDP by 0.2 percentage points, according to caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Russian tourist killed, 11 injured in van crash
Russian tourist killed, 11 injured in van crash
PHUKET: A Russian tourist has died and 11 others were injured after a tour van carrying holidaymakers from Phuket to the Similan Islands crashed into a power pole in the early hours of this morning (Mar 18).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Ex-Phuket Governor’s B321M Scandal, Thai Airways 100% Full Amid War Chaos || March 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Ex-Phuket Governor’s B321M Scandal, Thai Airways 100% Full Amid War Chaos || March 17
PHUKET XTRA - March 17 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand