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Snake kills dog on Welsh beach: Distraught owner warns others as she blames venomous reptile for fatal bite on Springer-Cocker Spaniel
Read more: Snake kills dog on Welsh beach: Distraught owner warns others as she blames venomous reptile for fatal bite on Springer-Cocker SpanielJo Bowen-Jones, from Anglesey, lost her dog when it was bitten by an adder (pictured), three weeks ago, she said.
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British businessman who conned more than 190 victims in £70million wine scam is jailed for 10 years in the US
Read more: British businessman who conned more than 190 victims in £70million wine scam is jailed for 10 years in the USJames Wellesley, 59, worked alongside Stephen Burton, 61, to ‘prey on investors’ and dupe wealthy clients into spending tens of millions on fine wine that never existed.
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Universities set to be fined up to £500,000 for failing to protect free speech
Read more: Universities set to be fined up to £500,000 for failing to protect free speechThe Office for Students (OfS) will oversee scheme, which will launch in time for the upcoming academic year
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Judgement day for Starmer over Mandelson vetting scandal
Read more: Judgement day for Starmer over Mandelson vetting scandalPrime minister faces a Commons grilling from MPs on Monday before Olly Robbins – sacked by Starmer on Thursday over the vetting scandal – gives his version of events on Tuesday
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Trump issues fresh threat against Iran for breaking ceasefire after they fired bullets in Strait of Hormuz: ‘No more Mr Nice guy!’
Read more: Trump issues fresh threat against Iran for breaking ceasefire after they fired bullets in Strait of Hormuz: ‘No more Mr Nice guy!’The US President warned he would order the US military to ‘knock out every single power plant and every single bridge’ in Iran if they refuse the next peace deal.
Asia
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Indonesia mulls airlines’ call for 15% fuel surcharge hike, airfare caps over rising costs amid Middle East war
Read more: Indonesia mulls airlines’ call for 15% fuel surcharge hike, airfare caps over rising costs amid Middle East warThe Indonesian National Air Carriers Association (INACA) urged the government to approve the hikes in fuel surcharge for both jet and propeller aircraft.
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South Korea to roll out US$17 billion ‘wartime’ budget
Read more: South Korea to roll out US$17 billion ‘wartime’ budgetThe supplementary budget, worth 25 trillion won, is in response to the Middle East conflict and aims to support small and mid-sized firms and vulnerable households.
Thailand
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Policeman on murder rap accused of insulting arresting officer
Read more: Policeman on murder rap accused of insulting arresting officerPATTAYA – A Pattaya policeman charged with the murder of a cannabis shop owner on Walking Street now faces an additional charge of insulting an on-duty officer while being restrained after the shooting.
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Senior monk reprimanded for ‘improper’ Songkran fun
Read more: Senior monk reprimanded for ‘improper’ Songkran funKHON KAEN – The assistant abbot of a temple in Muang district has been given a written reprimand after images circulated online showing him joining in Songkran festivities, splashing water and applying powder to a man’s face.
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Nike takes a walk on the spicy side
Read more: Nike takes a walk on the spicy sideArguably Thailand’s most celebrated season, Songkran just swept through — ushering in the Thai New Year with its signature water-soaked celebration. Tapping into that spirit, Nike drops a festive take on the Nike SB Dunk Low with the “Songkran” iteration.
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Fuel-related crime rampant in upper South
Read more: Fuel-related crime rampant in upper SouthThai authorities have uncovered extensive irregularities in fuel transport and storage following nationwide investigations aimed at preventing a fuel shortage linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict.
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Reduced hours at petrol stations ‘may not be needed’
Read more: Reduced hours at petrol stations ‘may not be needed’The operating hours of petrol stations in Thailand might not have to be reduced on Monday as planned earlier, if fuel supplies remain adequate, according to Energy Minister Akanat Promphan.
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Thais seek help from Oman
Read more: Thais seek help from OmanForeign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has travelled to Oman to seek assistance in securing safe passage for Thai cargo vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Traditional “Luk Noo” rocket race kicks off in Pathum Thani
Read more: Traditional “Luk Noo” rocket race kicks off in Pathum ThaniThe first round of the traditional Mon “Luk Noo” (little rat) rocket-firing contest was held on Sunday at Hatthasan Kaset temple in Khlong Luang district of Pathum Thani province, attracting local participants alongside Thai and international spectators. Handcrafted rockets were launched along a wire to strike a model castle, showcasing skills passed down through generations…
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Songkran traffic accidents took 191 lives, most in Bangkok
Read more: Songkran traffic accidents took 191 lives, most in BangkokAlthough the government has campaigned for road safety during the Songkran festival holiday, traffic accidents from April 10 to 14 have claimed 191 lives, with Bangkok recording the most fatalities.