PHUKET - Marine officials have launched a campaign to restore shattered tourist confidence in Phuket's tour boat sector in the wake of a fatal speedboat collision and a huge fire over the past week.

Twenty-six migrants reached shore and alerted authorities to others at sea. Search operations continue as Mediterranean crossings remain deadly. One person died and three remained missing after a ...

The owners withdrew their proposal amid community resistance, but not before forcing out local businesses. Nicolas Villamil is a regional reporter. Contact him at nvillamil@tampabay.com. Anyone can ...