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Two arrested for meth pills in Srisoonthorn
Two arrested for meth pills in Srisoonthorn
PHUKET: While Phuket officials are recommending boat operators testing positive for meth use for treatment, Thalang Police have confirmed the arrests of two for illegal possession of methamphetamine pills (ya bah) with intent to sell.
Five boatmen test positive for drugs at Ao Por Pier
Five boatmen test positive for drugs at Ao Por Pier
PHUKET: Five boat operators at Ao Por Pier in Pa Khlok, on Phuket’s east coast, have tested positive for methamphetamine use in snap tests conducted by Tourist Police.
Two injured in teen street shootout in Phuket Town
Two injured in teen street shootout in Phuket Town
PHUKET: Two teenagers have been charged with attempted murder after a street shootout near Saphan Hin left one teen in hospital with a gunshot wound to the head and an innocent bystander shot in the shoulder. 
Oscar Pistorius released on parole
Oscar Pistorius released on parole
JOHANNESBURG: South Africa’s ex-Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius will face a ban on talking to the media when he is released on parole tomorrow, almost 11 years after he shot dead his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, prison authorities said yesterday (Jan 3).
Power outage to affect Layan Soi 1
Power outage to affect Layan Soi 1
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA Thalang) has announced a scheduled power outage tomorrow (Jan 5) that will affect several housing, villa and condo estates along Layan Soi 1, in Moo 6, Cherng Talay.
Thai athletes and fans brace for stellar year
Thai athletes and fans brace for stellar year
ALL SPORTS: An exciting year ahead is expected for both Thai athletes and fans with the Olympic Games in Paris and the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games at home set to take place.
National New Year road deaths down 23%
National New Year road deaths down 23%
BANGKOK: Road accidents over the New Year holiday killed 212 people and injured 1,860 others, with both figures substantially down on those from last year, according to official statistics.
Officials admit Maithon speedboat captain tested positive for meth use
Officials admit Maithon speedboat captain tested positive for meth use
PHUKET: Phuket officials have admitted in a public report that the captain of the speedboat that slammed into rocks at Koh Maithon last Sunday tested positive for meth use after the accident.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket welcomes 2024, Speedboat crash investigation, Fatal wipeouts, New Year slaying || Jan 3
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket welcomes 2024, Speedboat crash investigation, Fatal wipeouts, New Year slaying || Jan 3
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Officials mark Phuket’s first death in ’Seven Days’ campaign for New Year
Officials mark Phuket’s first death in ’Seven Days’ campaign for New Year
PHUKET: Phuket officials have recognised the first death in a road accident during this year’s ‘Seven Days’ safety campaign for the New Year, which began last Friday (Dec 29) and will continue through to midnight tomorrow night (Jan 4).
Two killed as motorbike rider wipes out in Kathu, pickup wipes out in Mai Khao
Two killed as motorbike rider wipes out in Kathu, pickup wipes out in Mai Khao
PHUKET: Two people have died in Phuket road accidents following a motorbike rider wiping out on a curve in Kathu this morning (Jan 3) and a pickup wiping out on Thepkrasattri Rd in Mai Khao last night.
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).