Tham Luang Cave

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Musk has apologized for the comment, saying the term was a common insult in South Africa where he grew up. (Photo: AP)

Elon Musk testifies his 'pedo guy' tweet not meant to be taken literally

The case stems from Musk's offer to furnish a mini-submarine to assist the plaintiff in the Tham Luang Nang Non cave rescue in July 2018.

04 Dec 2019 4:01 PM

The boys and their 25-year-old coach Ekapol Chanthawong had gone to explore the caves on June 23, where they became trapped. They survived for nine days on water dripping from rocks before they were discovered on a muddy mound by divers. (Photo: AFP)

Thai boys to become buddhist novices, will live as monks for 9 days

The boys will live for nine days in Buddhist temple, promise made by their families for their safe return and in memory of rescuer who died.

24 Jul 2018 3:00 PM

Some of the boys were greeted with hugs, tears and smiles from waiting relatives and friends when they returned home on Wednesday. (Photo: AP)

Thai boys rescued from cave wake up at home for first time in weeks

During national TV broadcast they smiled, joked, showed solidarity with one another, as they shared details of their traumatic experience.

19 Jul 2018 12:50 PM

'It is a miracle,' Adul Sam-on, 14, told a press conference as the 12 members of the football team and their coach appeared in public for the first time since the rescue. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Being found was miracle: Thai boys in first appearance after rescue

The 'Wild Boars' team entered cave on June 23 after practice. They spent a total of 18 days inside before being extracted.

18 Jul 2018 5:30 PM

The footballers from the "Wild Boars" club are being discharged a day earlier than previously announced, with authorities hoping a question and answer session will satisfy -- at least temporarily -- the intense media speculation that has accompanied their epic underground ordeal. (Photo: AFP)

Thai cave boys discharged from hospital ahead of press conference

Called 'Sending the Wild Boars Home' and broadcast on major television channels, the session will last for about 45 minutes.

18 Jul 2018 4:04 PM

People with weakened immune systems should avoid cave exploring, which is considered a high-risk activity for them. (Photo: AP)

Rescued Thai boys may have 'cave disease'; here’s everything you need to know

A healthy person who’s been exposed may show no signs or symptoms at all.

16 Jul 2018 3:13 PM

Urine, blood and lung tests can detect the deadly fungus, which could, in theory, have been spread by the boys walking through the cave.

Rescued Thai boys may be at risk of 'cave disease', experts warn

Having survived extreme conditions of Tham Luang cave, for more than 2 weeks, it is feared they may all be at risk of speleonosis.

16 Jul 2018 2:42 PM

Musk later deleted the tweets and did not immediately respond to a request for comment through Tesla. (Photo: File)

British caver may take legal action against Elon Musk for 'pedo' tweet

Vernon Unsworth, who provided mapping knowledge of cave to rescuers, said Musk's prototype had 'absolutely no chance of working'.

16 Jul 2018 1:38 PM

The boys have been recovering in hospital since they were rescued over three days last week and will be discharged on Thursday. (Photo: AP)

Thai Boys Rescued From Cave Won't See World Cup Final Live Tonight

Since live broadcast will be telecast late night in Thailand, the boys will watch recording of match later as doctors want them to rest.

15 Jul 2018 4:28 PM

Global attention on their fate and the multinational rescue has put the area firmly on the map, with plans for a museum to showcase the rescue. (Photo: File/AP)

Following daring cave rescue, Wild Boars team tackle fame, expectations

Research suggests 20 pc of boys may develop long-term psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder.

13 Jul 2018 1:54 PM

"I believe it will become another highlight in Thailand," rescue chief said. (Photo: AP)

Thailand's Tham Luang cave to be turned into museum after heroic rescue

Rescue chief told reporters site would ultimately be converted into museum showcasing clothes, equipment used during dramatic rescue.

12 Jul 2018 8:28 PM

By the time the last diver was out the water was already at head level, almost to the point where he needed an oxygen tank. (Photo: File/AP)

Thai cave rescue almost ended in tragedy with 20 rescuers still inside

Soon after last 4 boys, coach were out, pumps failed in area between 2 chambers, filling them with water as 20 rescuers remained inside.

12 Jul 2018 6:32 PM

'We're here really looking at this as a movie that could inspire millions of people across the globe,' says Scott, managing partner of Pure Flix. (Photo: AP)

Thailand cave rescue to be turned into Hollywood movie

Production house Pure Flix's Managing partner Michael Scott, who lives in Thailand, was at rescue site, made announcement on Twitter.

12 Jul 2018 12:12 PM

Footage shows them behind quarantine glass in bed wearing smocks and facemasks, flashing peace signs and doing the traditional 'wai' greeting. (Photo: AP)

Video footage shows rescued Thai boys recovering in hospital

The video shows several of 'Wild Boars' football team in hospital, after being rescued from Tham Luang cave in northern Thailand.

12 Jul 2018 11:34 AM

The lack of information about the meticulously planned rescue had baffled observers given that the team were extracted safely. (Photo: AP)

Thai boys were passed 'sleeping' on stretchers through cave: Rescue diver

Thailand's junta chief told reporters on Tuesday that the group had been given 'minor tranquiliser' to help calm their nerves.

11 Jul 2018 7:02 PM

Experts from Pune-headquartered Kirloskar Brothers' Limited's gave technical support in operations to rescue a football team trapped inside a cave system in Thailand. (Photo: Facebook | Screengrab | Kirloskar Brothers Limited)

Pune firm provided tech expertise in Thailand cave rescue operations

After Indian Embassy suggested authorities to use Kirloskar Brothers' Ltd's expertise, teams from India, Thailand, UK were sent to the site.

11 Jul 2018 4:34 PM

Australian media said he put his own life at risk to venture four kilometres into the flooded cave to medically assess the 12 boys and their coach. (Photo: @MarkMooney7/Twitter)

Australian doctor, forerunner in Thai cave rescue, affected by family tragedy

Richard Harris, world-renowned medic, diver present in dramatic rescue of Thai boys, was reportedly last person to leave water-logged cave.

11 Jul 2018 3:13 PM

The boys and the coach are in quarantine in Chiang Rai hospital, apparently in good spirits despite their ordeal. (Photo: AP)

'Hooyah': Thais triumph over the rescue of Wild Boars team

The nerve-shredding 3-day mission ended on Tuesday with group of 4 boys, coach emerging from cave which had held them captive for 18 days.

11 Jul 2018 1:15 PM

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