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MANILA, Philippines — Two of the dams in Benguet province have opened their gates due to heavy rains brought by Severe Tropical Storm Bising. In its Monday report, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), said Ambuklao and Binga dams have opened their gates. Ambuklao’s dam, whose water level is at 751.39 meters,

SEÁN BOYD would watch pals playing Champions League football with envy in previous years. 

But he insisted that it is important Shelbourne do not let the moment become too big for them on Wednesday. 

The Reds face Linfield at Tolka Park on Wednesday in the club’s first Champions League tie in 20 years. 

Whatever happens, there will be another tie. But beat Linfield over two legs and it is the ‘champions path’ – a guaranteed three ties where one win will secure group stages. 

It is potentially career defining, and Boyd has watched former Shamrock Rovers teammates do it in the Conference League, and Dundalk previously in the Europa League. 

And he admitted that there is no hiding away of how big a moment this could be in the career of everyone at Shelbourne. 

He said: “It’s very exciting. It’s something everyone in the league wants to be involved in. 

“I’ve seen Rovers for the last couple of years, and teams have done it in the past, Dundalk obviously.

“I would have watched the Champions League game, it’s mid-week so I’d be at home in bed or on the couch watching, it’s a great thing to be involved in for now. 

“It’s something in this league you want to do, it’s a big pull in players coming here. 

“It’s a big addition to winning the league. On top of it, you get a chance, if you get a couple of favourable draws, you have a chance. 

“It’s something I’m really forward to and something as a team we’re really looking forward to. 

“It’s going to be exciting, hopefully we can perform and step up when it matters and hopefully get the job done. It’s not going to be easy, but it’s something we’ve got a chance at doing.”

Boyd, 27, admitted that he was pleased when Linfield were drawn out as Shelbourne’s opponents, though he is sure David Healy’s outfit had the same feeling. 

But he insisted that while a north-south derby is one where both sides will believe they can win, it is crucial that they do not let the occasion become too big. 

He continued: “Experience is huge. Last year, we played Zurich (in the Conference League) and we went down after 60 seconds or whatever over there and it made it difficult. 

“We drew 0-0 at home but they were 3-0 up from the first leg. I think if we brought them back to Tolka, I think we could have a rattle off them. 

“So that experience could stand to is, it’s important. We’ve got players like Ganno (Seán Gannon) and Paddy (Barrett) who’ve been through it. 

“But also you know the lads got the league over the line last year, and that will stand to people. There were doubters and it was the players that stood up (last year). 

“That’s something we had and the players can play off.”

A two year old Thai girl in the northern province of Chiang Mai lost consciousness and may suffer long-term brain damage after mistaking cannabis gummies for sweets and eating more than 10 of them on July 2. The girl’s father took to Facebook to warn other parents about the dangers of cannabis gummies after his …

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Gas Stations to Impose Oil Price Rollback for Two Straight Weeks FUEL PRICE ADJUSTMENT – An oil price rollback is expected to take effect on Tuesday (July 8, 2025) for two consecutive weeks.  Starting Tuesday, motorists can expect a bit of relief as fuel prices are set to drop for the second straight week. While ... Read more

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In an unsettling turn of events that has rocked the heart of Surat Thani province, a tragic incident unfolded in the tranquil environs of Thung Kong subdistrict on the evening of July 6, 2025. At precisely 7:41 PM, the serene neighborhood bore witness to a heart-wrenching act of violence as a man, driven by unbridled emotions, took the life of his ex-partner. With a relationship that scarcely spanned three months, 36-year-old Wirapong, who went by the nickname Bee, found himself standing at a crossroads of love and anger. Even the leafy residents of Thung Kong, who were accustomed to the rhythms of tropical life, were unprepared for the events about to unfold. His prior relationship with 26-year-old Supachanee, whose surname remains undisclosed, had come to an abrupt and violent end as she sought to move past their brief entanglement. The recollections of that fateful evening are grim. Under the modest…

In a dramatic and heart-stopping turn of events, a construction site in the bustling city of Bangkok became the epicenter of chaos when a massive steel structure crumbled, significantly altering the night for workers and rescuers alike. It was a night like any other—until time froze at exactly 7:45 PM on July 6, when the titanic steel frame decided it was time to forgo the laws of gravity. Picture the scene: frantic shouts echo across the construction site on Soi Nimitmai as tons of unforgiving metal plummet to the earth, trapping workers in its unyielding grasp. The immediate aftermath? A symphony of sirens blaring into the night as the unsung heroes from Boonwipha Radio Centre and nearby rescue squads rushed to assist with the urgency of a page-turning thriller. Enveloping the area in a sea of flashing red lights, brave souls battled through the wreckage, their collective spirit as indomitable…

In a bizarre turn of events at the picturesque Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya, a tale of misjudgment took an unfortunate leap without a splash. Picture this: a seasoned fisherman navigating through life’s choppy waters, only to meet his match not with a fish or a wave, but with an automatic car park elevator shaft. Indeed, the spirited morning of July 6 blessed us with a story that has both eyebrows raised and rescue squads on full alert. Worapong Taengtong, a 66-year-old fisherman who probably has more fish tales than anyone in Pattaya, found himself at the bottom of a 5-metre deep pit. His recent cataract surgery left him with a vision blurrier than the misty morning sea, and quite unfortunately, he didn’t spot the open maw of the elevator. What was meant to be a casual shortcut to the beach turned into an unforeseen adventure when his world suddenly…

Last Friday, the serene streets of Patong in Phuket were abuzz with whispers and curiosity as police officers placed two Iranian men in handcuffs, unraveling a mystery reminiscent of a suspense novel. This intriguing saga began at a humble second-hand shoe shop on Phang Mueang Sai Kor Road, where the quiet business of buying and selling footwear took an unexpected turn on July 3. The tale centers around a pair of grey Adidas trainers with red stripes, unsuspectingly at the heart of this crime caper. The plot thickened when the shop’s CCTV captured the two foreign men, seemingly ordinary customers, as they navigated through the aisles, trying on several pairs of shoes. Their interest wasn’t fleeting, for they soon slipped out with the coveted trainers. Their getaway, executed with a flourish, saw them speed away on a Honda Click motorcycle, leaving only pixels and footprints behind. Police, armed with this…

In a twist that might surprise the altruistic globetrotters exploring the bustling streets of Thailand’s hotspots like Phuket, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Chon Buri, a high-ranking official has sounded the alarm over a seemingly benign yet escalating challenge. The vibrant tapestry of Thailand’s culture occasionally veils a pressing social issue: the burgeoning homelessness crisis. This concern has prompted Varawut Silpa-archa, Thailand’s Minister of Social Development and Human Security, to take a bold stance, advising the public to reconsider offering handouts to beggars. According to the minister, benevolent gestures, while well-intentioned, may inadvertently fuel the problem rather than providing a solution. “Begging has existed for years, but it’s important to understand that it’s illegal under Thai law,” Varawut asserts, addressing the legal landscape intertwined with compassion. In an earnest interview, Varawut highlighted that both the government and law enforcement agencies are intensifying efforts to curtail street begging. The crackdown isn’t solely…

Batten down the hatches, Thailand! The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has rolled out a weather advisory that has 39 provinces in a tizzy, bracing for severe rainfall. Picture this: 70% of these areas are going to be having their parades thoroughly rained on, with northern, northeastern, eastern, and southern Thailand taking the brunt of it. The blame lies squarely on a low-pressure system hovering over northern Vietnam and a lively southwest monsoon that’s been cheekily wiggling its way around the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. Meanwhile, Typhoon Danas, like a drama queen who’s lost her voice, has dwindled to a strong tropical storm near Taiwan. She’s going to crash China’s party between July 8 and 9, but luckily, won’t be gracing Thailand with a cameo. However, her presence will be felt as she stokes up that southwest monsoon over the region. Grab your umbrellas, folks! If you’re keeping…