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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
Two killed, struck by Phuket passenger van
Two killed, struck by Phuket passenger van
PHUKET: Two people were killed when the ‘saleng’ (motorbike with sidecart) was struck by a commercial passenger van on the main road to the airport this morning (Apr 2).
Parents face legal action over teen children’s street racing
Parents face legal action over teen children’s street racing
PHUKET: Parents of 14 minors apprehended in a police operation in Ao Yon last night (Apr 1) are facing legal consequences for allowing their children to engage in illegal activities.
Hollywood actor Val Kilmer dies aged 65
Hollywood actor Val Kilmer dies aged 65
LOS ANGELES: American actor Val Kilmer, who was first propelled to fame with Top Gun and went on to starring roles as Batman and Jim Morrison, has died at age 65, the New York Times has reported.
Phuket honours HRH Sirindhorn’s Birthday
Phuket honours HRH Sirindhorn’s Birthday
PHUKET: Phuket provincial officials held a solemn merit-making ceremony this morning to mark the 70th birthday of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn today (Apr 2).
Military chief says Philippines ‘inevitably’ involved if Taiwan invaded
Military chief says Philippines ‘inevitably’ involved if Taiwan invaded
MANILA: The Philippines’ military chief said yesterday (Apr 1) his country would “inevitably” be involved if neighbouring Taiwan was invaded while warning China was working to infiltrate the Filipino military and other institutions.
Senate committee pushes for licensing of small accommodation operators in Phuket
Senate committee pushes for licensing of small accommodation operators in Phuket
PHUKET: The Senate Committee on Commerce and Industry has presented a study report advocating for the licensing of medium-sized and small-sized accommodation operators in Phuket, aiming to enhance sustainable tourism and promote the province as a standardised and safe tourist destination.
Forest topple Man Utd, Saka scores on Arsenal return
Forest topple Man Utd, Saka scores on Arsenal return
FOOTBALL: Nottingham Forest beat Manchester United 1-0 to close in on Champions League football next season as Bukayo Saka scored in Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Fulham on his return from injury yesterday (Apr 1).
Scan shows possible survivors deep in collapsed Bangkok skyscraper
Scan shows possible survivors deep in collapsed Bangkok skyscraper
BANGKOK: A scanner has detected 70 signs that could be missing people deep inside the rubble of the collapsed State Audit Office building in Bangkok.
Water supply outages to affect, Bang Jo, Kathu
Water supply outages to affect, Bang Jo, Kathu
PHUKET: The Phuket branch of the Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA Phuket) has announced water supply disruptions that will affect Bang Jo in Srisoonthorn and along Phra Phuket Kaew Rd in Kathu tomorrow (Apr 3).
Lions’ pot heats up ahead of tour Down Under
Lions’ pot heats up ahead of tour Down Under
RUGBY: All eyes are on Andy Farrell as the Lions coach edges closer to naming his squad for the upcoming tour Down Under, having recently confirmed his coaching staff.