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Japan PM says Trump tariffs a ‘national crisis’
Japan PM says Trump tariffs a ‘national crisis’
TOKYO: Tariffs imposed on Japanese goods by US President Donald Trump’s administration are a “national crisis,” Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said today (Apr 4) as he prepared to hold cross-party talks on mitigating the impact.
Bank of Thailand targets debt relief in Phuket, tackles mule accounts
Bank of Thailand targets debt relief in Phuket, tackles mule accounts
PHUKET: The Bank of Thailand’s Southern Office held an event in Phuket yesterday (Apr 3) to outline new measures to assist struggling debtors and curb financial fraud.
Tourist crashes car, dances at scene in Mai Khao
Tourist crashes car, dances at scene in Mai Khao
PHUKET: Police have yet to report any action taken over an accident in Mai Khao that saw a foreign woman, allegedly intoxicated, dancing and taking photos at the crash scene after the car she was travelling in collided with a parked car then flipped onto its roof, where it remained in the middle of the road.
Local residents riled as 'free visa tourists’ throw fake dollars on streets
Local residents riled as 'free visa tourists’ throw fake dollars on streets
PHUKET: Local residents have voiced their anger in comments online after a foreign tourist was caught on video throwing fake dollar bills onto the streets of Phuket, an act believed to be a social media stunt.
All eyes on Tsunoda at Japan GP after ruthless Red Bull move
All eyes on Tsunoda at Japan GP after ruthless Red Bull move
FORMULA ONE: Yuki Tsunoda will be centre of attention at his home Japanese Grand Prix this weekend after joining Max Verstappen at a Red Bull team desperate to reel in McLaren following their ominous start to the season.
‘Retirement lottery’ moves step closer
‘Retirement lottery’ moves step closer
BANGKOK: Parliament has unanimously approved in principle a bill to amend the National Savings Fund (NSF) Act 2011, paving the way for the introduction of a “retirement lottery.”
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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Probe into speedboat explosion, Fatal crash, Parents responsible for street racing kids || April 3
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Probe into speedboat explosion, Fatal crash, Parents responsible for street racing kids || April 3
PHUKET XTRA - April 3 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Jutatip bags historic hat-trick
Jutatip bags historic hat-trick
CYCLING: Asian champion Jutatip Maneephan took home the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Women’s Tour of Thailand 2025 overall title after reigning supreme in all three categories of the three-stage race yesterday (Apr 2).
Fewer Thais may head abroad in April
Fewer Thais may head abroad in April
BANGKOK: The recent earthquake could result in fewer Thais travelling abroad during the Songkran holiday compared with previous years, as they have heightened concerns about repair costs for damaged property, says the Thai unit of French insurer AXA.
Dolphin carcass found floating off Phuket
Dolphin carcass found floating off Phuket
PHUKET: Marine biologists from the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) are investigating the cause of death of a small dolphin found floating off Koh Siray, east of Phuket Town, late last night (Apr 2).
Thailand has ‘strong plan’ to handle US tariffs, says PM
Thailand has ‘strong plan’ to handle US tariffs, says PM
BANGKOK: Thailand has a “strong plan” to handle swingeing new trade tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump and hopes to negotiate a reduction, the prime minister said today (Apr 3).
Marine officials investigate Phuket boat explosion
Marine officials investigate Phuket boat explosion
PHUKET: Phuket marine officials have launched an investigation into the speedboat explosion that occurred off the coast of Koh Mai Thon, southeast of Phuket, on Tuesday (Apr 1), leaving six people injured.
Quake-hit Myanmar’s junta chief to head to Bangkok summit
Quake-hit Myanmar’s junta chief to head to Bangkok summit
MANDALAY: The head of the Myanmar junta is expected to travel to Bangkok today (Apr 3) for a regional summit, six days after the country ruled by his armed forces was pummelled by a devastating earthquake.
Liverpool win Merseyside derby to edge closer to title
Liverpool win Merseyside derby to edge closer to title
FOOTBALL: Liverpool moved closer to the Premier League title with a 1-0 win in the Merseyside derby against Everton yesterday (Apr 2), while Manchester City beat Leicester 2-0 to bolster their bid to reach the Champions League.
DSI suspects proxy shareholdings in Chinese builder of collapsed skyscraper
DSI suspects proxy shareholdings in Chinese builder of collapsed skyscraper
BANGKOK: The Department of Special Investigation is probing shareholdings by suspected Thai nominees in China Railway No.10 Engineering Co (CREC), which was building the collapsed State Audit Office.
Phuket prepares road safety measures for Songkran
Phuket prepares road safety measures for Songkran
PHUKET: Phuket officials are ramping efforts to ensure road safety during the upcoming Songkran Festival by implementing strict preventive measures.
Man arrested for Phuket Town bag snatch
Man arrested for Phuket Town bag snatch
PHUKET: A man has been arrested following a late-night bag snatch in Phuket Town, in which a woman’s bag containing valuables was snatched as she rode on a motorcycle.  
Heavy rain warning issued for Southern Thailand
Heavy rain warning issued for Southern Thailand
PHUKET: The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a heavy rain warning for Thailand’s southern region, forecasting severe weather conditions. The department warns of heavy to very heavy rainfall, which may lead to flash floods and forest runoff, particularly in low-lying areas and near waterways.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Senate looks into Phuket small hotel licensing, Search continues for survivors in BKK|| April 2
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Senate looks into Phuket small hotel licensing, Search continues for survivors in BKK|| April 2
PHUKET XTRA - April 2 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand