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‘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)
Govt sets ambitious B3.5trn tourism target for ‘24
Govt sets ambitious B3.5trn tourism target for ‘24
BANGKOK: The government is aiming to generate B3.5 trillion for the economy through the tourism industry this year, as it plans to promote the country as a year-round tourism destination.
World rings in 2024 after turbulent last 12 months
World rings in 2024 after turbulent last 12 months
SYDNEY: Jubilant crowds began bidding farewell yesterday (Dec 31) to the hottest year on record, closing a turbulent 12 months marked by clever chatbots, climate crises and wrenching wars in Gaza and Ukraine.
Arsenal falter once more at Fulham, Spurs close on top four
Arsenal falter once more at Fulham, Spurs close on top four
FOOTBALL: Arsenal’s Premier League title challenge suffered another blow in a 2-1 defeat at Fulham yesterday (Dec 31), as Tottenham beat Bournemouth 3-1 to close in on their north London rivals.
Phuket ushers in the New Year
Phuket ushers in the New Year
PHUKET: A large fireworks display over Phuket Town marked the beginning of New Year last night at the ‘Discover Phuket Countdown 2024’.
Crowds flock for last sunset of 2023
Crowds flock for last sunset of 2023
PHUKET: Crowds of Thais and foreigners gathered at the iconic Promthep Cape, the southernmost tip of Phuket, to enjoy the last sunset of 2023.
‘Unite as one to conquer obstacles’
‘Unite as one to conquer obstacles’
BANGKOK: His Majesty the King has urged Thais to unite for the New Year, join forces to overcome obstacles and challenges lying ahead, and steer the country towards prosperity and stability.
Russian girl, 5, killed as Phuket speedboat slams into rocks
Russian girl, 5, killed as Phuket speedboat slams into rocks
PHUKET: A 5-year-old Russian girl has died after the speedboat she was returning from Phi Phi Island to Phuket on with her family late yesterday (Dec 31) slammed into rocks at Koh Maithon.
Phuket maintains zero deaths in ‘Seven Days’ for New Year
Phuket maintains zero deaths in ‘Seven Days’ for New Year
PHUKET: Phuket officials have reported no deaths in road accidents in Phuket yesterday (Dec 30), the second day of the ‘Seven Days’ safety campaign for the New Year holidays.
Alarm sounded over syphilis infections
Alarm sounded over syphilis infections
BANGKOK: Health officials are looking to tighten preventive and control measures after finding higher rates of syphilis and gonorrhoea among young people, says Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew.