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Maithon speedboat investigation underway
Maithon speedboat investigation underway
PHUKET: Phuket Marine Office Chief Natchapong Pranit yesterday (Jan 2) led a team of investigators from Wichit Police, Phuket Marine Police and representatives from various agencies to inspect the ‘Apirak 89’ speedboat ‒ which slammed into rocks at Koh Maithon on Sunday.
Stand Up with Reginald D Hunter
Stand Up with Reginald D Hunter
We start 2024 with legendary US/UK comedian Reginald D. Hunter! You have seen him on QI, Live at the Apollo, and on his own series for the BBC: Songs of the South and Songs of the Border. Now you get to see him LIVE doing a full comedy set at the Junkyard Theatre in Phuket! Tickets at www.junkyardtheatre.com/events
Cabinet approves lower excise taxes for liquor, nightclub services
Cabinet approves lower excise taxes for liquor, nightclub services
BANGKOK: The Cabinet has approved a set of proposals to reduce excise taxes for liquor and entertainment venues, in an effort to boost national revenue through tourism.
Brit arrested for pistol-whipping friend on New Year
Brit arrested for pistol-whipping friend on New Year
PHUKET: Police have arrested a British man for attacking another man by pistol-whipping him on New Year’s Day.
Police chief wants age of criminal responsibility lowered
Police chief wants age of criminal responsibility lowered
BANGKOK: National police chief Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol has proposed the minimum age of criminal responsibility be lowered, because young people are committing more serious crimes.
Rooney sacked by Birmingham City after just 15 games
Rooney sacked by Birmingham City after just 15 games
FOOTBALL: Wayne Rooney said it would “take some time to get over this setback” after he was sacked as manager of Championship side Birmingham City yesterday (Jan 2) following a disastrous spell in charge.
Japan quake toll rises to 55 as weather hampers rescuers
Japan quake toll rises to 55 as weather hampers rescuers
WAJIMA: Japanese rescuers scrambled to search for survivors today (Jan 3) as authorities warned of landslides and heavy rain after a powerful earthquake that killed at least 55 people.
Ratsada Pier drug tests nab one meth user
Ratsada Pier drug tests nab one meth user
PHUKET: One of 18 boat captains and crew tested at Ratsada Pier earlier today (Jan 2) tested positive for drug use during snap tests conducted at the critical marine tourism hub on Phuket’s east coast.
New Year tourism revenue soars
New Year tourism revenue soars
BANGKOK: Tourism-related revenue surged by 44% during the New Year countdown period thanks to a visa-free scheme and extended operating hours of entertainment places, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
‘Mae Lampi’ leatherback comes ashore at Thai Muang
‘Mae Lampi’ leatherback comes ashore at Thai Muang
PHUKET: Officers at the Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Mueang National Park in Thai Muang, Phang Nga, north of Phuket, this morning discovered a female leatherback turtle coming ashore to lay a nest of eggs, the fifth such nest discovered this nesting season.
Phuket officials recognise only six accidents on New Year’s Day
Phuket officials recognise only six accidents on New Year’s Day
PHUKET: Only six people were officially recognised as injured in road accidents in Phuket on New Year’s Day, according to a report by the Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM-Phuket) this morning (Jan 2).
National New Year holiday death toll reaches 128
National New Year holiday death toll reaches 128
BANGKOK: During the final three days of the year, the government recorded 1,150 traffic accidents that killed 128 people and injured 1,151 others across Thailand.
Race against time after deadly Japan quake
Race against time after deadly Japan quake
SHIKA: Japanese rescuers battled against the clock and powerful aftershocks today (Jan 2) to find survivors of a major earthquake that struck on New Year’s Day, reportedly killing more than 20 people and leaving a trail of destruction.
Japan cruise to 5-0 friendly win over Thailand
Japan cruise to 5-0 friendly win over Thailand
FOOTBALL: Masatada Ishii’s reign as Thailand manager got off to a bad start yesterday (Jan 1) after his team were thumped 5-0 by his compatriots in Tokyo, Japan.
Bangkok mall shooter, 14, to remain institutionalised
Bangkok mall shooter, 14, to remain institutionalised
BANGKOK: Parents have let the mental treatment institute where he was detained continue treating their 14-year-old son who killed three people on a shooting rampage at Siam Paragon mall in October.
Officials still warn of traffic delays
Officials still warn of traffic delays
PHUKET: Phuket International Airport is still urging people travelling to the airport to catch outbound flights to allow two to three hours travelling time before their flight departs.
New Year brings Phuket B8bn boost
New Year brings Phuket B8bn boost
PHUKET: Phuket has enjoyed an influx of more than 265,000 visitors over the New Year holidays, generating more than B8 billion in tourism revenue, the head of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phuket office has announced.
Tour boat operators at Chalong Pier tested for drugs
Tour boat operators at Chalong Pier tested for drugs
PHUKET: Phuket officials arrived in force at Chalong Pier this morning (Jan 1) to conduct drug tests on 23 boat operators and crew.
Phuket survives New Year’s Eve with zero road deaths
Phuket survives New Year’s Eve with zero road deaths
PHUKET: Phuket survived New Year’s Eve with zero deaths in road accidents on the island, officials confirmed this morning (Jan 1).
Man arrested for Phuket New Year slaying
Man arrested for Phuket New Year slaying
PHUKET: Police have arrested a 32-year-old man for the fatal shooting of another man in front of a hotel in Karon early this morning (Jan 1)