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Around the Region China tourism boosts Laos; Singapore cuts fares on surcharge; Three loggers killed by troops in Thailand; Valentine or rape in Cambodia; Cats for dinner in Vietnam.

Two Russian nationals face being blacklisted from Thailand for five years after being found to have overstayed their visas after being stopped by Immigration police in Nai Harn yesterday afternoon (February 11).

People should welcome Chinese visitors even if their manners are deemed to be rude, because tourism is good for the economy, deputy government spokesman Sansern Kaewkamnerd said on today (February 12).

Video from todays fatal accident on Thepkasatri Road, just north of the airport.

The daughter of Korean Airs chairman was jailed for one year today (February 12) over a now notorious on-board nut rage incident that triggered an uproar over the behaviour of South Koreas elite business families.

RUNNING: For the first time ever, Phuket will be the site of the “Supersports 10 Mile International Run 2015” when it takes place at Thanyapura in Thalang on March 22.

PHUKET: At least one person was killed and three people injured in a freak accident this morning (February 12) involving multiple vehicles at the Old Airport Rd junction on Thepkrasattri Rd.

Come drum and dance at the first Big Drum Circle at Central Festival on Wed -18th Feb, 4 pm to 6 pm. All are welcome to join this free event organized by Synergy Interactive Rhythm Events. No experience necessary! All kinds of percussion instruments …

NONG KHAI — A waiter at a restaurant in Nong Khai province served a bowl of fish soup with live fly larvae because he was angry at his boss, an investigation launched by the Department of Public Health revealed.