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Sniffer dogs withdrawn from Bangkok’s collapsed tower building
Sniffer dogs withdrawn from Bangkok’s collapsed tower building
BANGKOK: Sniffer dogs were withdrawn from searching for survivors at the collapsed State Audit Office building in Bangkok yesterday (Apr 7).
Scheffler and McIlroy chase history at Masters
Scheffler and McIlroy chase history at Masters
GOLF: Top-ranked defending champion Scottie Scheffler and world number two Rory McIlroy will take a swing at golf history in this week’s 89th Masters.
First national census in 15 years begins
First national census in 15 years begins
BANGKOK: A new national census has begun to collect updated demographic data that will help address key trends such as declining birth rates, an ageing population, labour shortages and a growing foreign population.
Woman killed in head-on collision
Woman killed in head-on collision
PHUKET: A woman died in the early hours of yesterday morning (Apr 7) after her car flew over a road median and collided head-on with a pickup truck in Kathu.
Brit arrested for 207 days overstay
Brit arrested for 207 days overstay
PHUKET: A British woman has been arrested at Phuket International Airport for overstaying her visa by more than six months, immigration authorities confirmed.
Fiji and New Zealand seal sevens wins in Singapore
Fiji and New Zealand seal sevens wins in Singapore
RUGBY SEVENS: Fiji won the men’s title at the World Sevens Series in Singapore with a 21-12 victory over surprise finalists Kenya on Sunday (Apr 6), while New Zealand lifted the women’s trophy after defeating arch-rivals Australia.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Arrests over random Phuket attacks by foreigner & Thai man, Tsunami warning towers || April 7
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Arrests over random Phuket attacks by foreigner & Thai man, Tsunami warning towers || April 7
PHUKET XTRA - April 7 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
American tourist dies after night out in Phuket
American tourist dies after night out in Phuket
PHUKET: An American tourist died in the early hours of Sunday morning (Apr 6) after reportedly returning to his hotel room in Phuket Town with symptoms of vomiting following a night out drinking.
World scrambles to temper Trump tariffs as market fears mount
World scrambles to temper Trump tariffs as market fears mount
WASHINGTON: More than 50 countries have sought talks with President Donald Trump in a scramble to ease punishing tariffs on exports to the United States, the White House said yesterday (Apr 6), as trade partners braced for further fallout.
Liverpool’s rare loss delays title march
Liverpool’s rare loss delays title march
FOOTBALL: Liverpool slumped to just their second Premier League defeat this season as Fulham clinched a shock 3-2 win over the runaway leaders, while Southampton were relegated in record-setting time after a 3-1 loss at Tottenham yesterday (Apr 6).
Verstappen to ‘keep grinding’ after Japan win closes gap to Norris
Verstappen to ‘keep grinding’ after Japan win closes gap to Norris
FORMULA ONE: Four-time world champion Max Verstappen said he will “keep grinding” after winning the Japanese Grand Prix yesterday (Apr 6) for his first victory of the 2025 Formula One season, ahead of McLaren’s championship leader Lando Norris.
Phuket lawyer arrested over alleged violent land encroachment
Phuket lawyer arrested over alleged violent land encroachment
PHUKET: A 40-year-old lawyer was arrested on Thursday (Apr 3) in connection with an arrest warrant for allegedly trespassing and attempting to take over another person’s land by means of threats and intimidation.
PM to US: Thailand is reliable friend, not just exporter
PM to US: Thailand is reliable friend, not just exporter
BANGKOK: Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira is to lead a delegation to the United States to discuss trade issues and tell the US that Thailand is not only an exporter but also a reliable friend of the US, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced yesterday (Apr 6).
Hospital donation boosts emergency care on Phuket
Hospital donation boosts emergency care on Phuket
PHUKET: Bumrungrad International Hospital Phuket has donated B100,000 to strengthen emergency response efforts across the island, funding replacement pads for life-saving defibrillator equipment used by local EMS crews.
Casino bill ‘will help offset’ US trade move
Casino bill ‘will help offset’ US trade move
BANGKOK: Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has defended the Entertainment Complex Bill, set for parliamentary debate on Apr 9, as a vital economic measure amid rising US tariffs on Thai goods.
Phuket commemorates King Rama I, Chakri Dynasty Memorial Day
Phuket commemorates King Rama I, Chakri Dynasty Memorial Day
PHUKET: Provincial officials held a solemn ceremony yesterday (Apr 6) to mark King Rama I the Great Day and Chakri Memorial Day, honouring the founding monarch of the Chakri Dynasty and his successors who have shaped the nation’s history.
Police seize explosives, firearms in raid on teenage gang
Police seize explosives, firearms in raid on teenage gang
PHUKET: Wichit Police have arrested the teenage leader of a youth gang known as the ‘Villains’ and seized homemade bombs, a firearm and ammunition in an operation aimed at cracking down on street racing and illegal weapons.
Grow Boating Evening - May 2025
Grow Boating Evening - May 2025
We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the Isola restaurant at the Royal Phuket Marina from 5pm. There will be a delicious buffet sponsored by Isola Restaurant for all attendees and as always, all your favourite beverages will be available from the bar. Come and join in the fun, everyone is welcome and there is no entry fee and if you know anyone you think would be interested in coming, please invite them along. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/GrowBoatingPhuket/
Songkran tourism, spending to remain strong, says govt
Songkran tourism, spending to remain strong, says govt
BANGKOK: The Thai government has expressed confidence that tourism and spending during the upcoming Songkran festival will remain upbeat, stating that the recent earthquake has had no impact on sentiment.
Molly McCann announces retirement but her MMA legacy lives on
Molly McCann announces retirement but her MMA legacy lives on
MMA: Molly “Meatball” McCann announced her retirement from MMA following a submission loss to Alexia Thainaraat at UFC Fight Night at The O2 in London, England on Mar 22.