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Phuket mini-van driver, passenger injured when driver rear-ends parked bus

PHUKET: The driver of a mini-van and one of his passengers sustained serious injuries today when the driver rear-ended a parked tour bus in Koh Kaew.

SKAL Krabi announces fundraiser to aid establishment of elephant sanctuary

SKAL Krabi today announced that it has chosen to fully support the Krabi Elephant Sanctuary project founded by Mr Henrik Enevoldsen, who is a passionate local focused on creating a safe haven for Thailand’s mistreated elephants, and hopes to get support to rescue the burdened creatures.

Phuket croc successfully captured, but not without a struggle

PHUKET: Yesterday’s attempt by Fisheries Department officials to capture the Phuket crocodile first seen swimming off of Bang Tao Beach last week was unsuccessful. However, a second attempt early this morning was a success.

TAT launches national community tourism and outdoor education project

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) today announced it’s new “Village Explorer” project aimed at developing community tourism opportunities in seven comunities across Central and Northern Thailand.

Knife-wielding Phuket tuk-tuk driver fined B500, more charges may follow

PHUKET: Patong Police yesterday (Aug 31) arrested and fined a tuk-tuk driver who caught on video brandishing a large knife in front of a Patong Hotel.

Iraq prove too strong for Thailand

FOOTBALL: Ten-man Thailand fought bravely but lost 2-1 to Iraq in a World Cup qualifier at Rajamangala National Stadium yesterday night (Aug 31).

Body of Phuket tourist found in Patong Bay after two days missing

PHUKET: Lifeguards at Patong Beach yesterday (Aug 31) recovered the body of a Chinese tourist who was reported as missing from heavy surf at Karon Beach two days ago.

Nigerian denies shooting Russian woman in Phuket break-in

PHUKET: Police have brought in a Nigerian man for questioning over the shooting of Russian expat Elena Kharenko, 52, at her home in Rawai early Wednesday morning (Aug 30).

PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Croc Watch 2017! Game of Thrones star is coming! Bike sharing || August 31

PHUKET XTRA - August 31 Game of Thrones star coming to Thailand! Croc Watch 2017! Bike-sharing in the Kingdom? QR codes to propel cashless Thailand? 7-year-old boy succumbs to injuries. Hosted by: JP Mestanza (JP) ThePhuketNews.com

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