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Phuket – Thai police have arrested two Kyrgyz nationals wanted on Interpol red notices for a brutal kidnapping and murder in Kyrgyzstan. The suspects, identified as Mr. Aiat, 26, and Mr. Adilet, 26, were apprehended at a hotel in Patong, Kathu District, Phuket. The Central Investigation Bureau told the Phuket Express that they worked in […] Kyrgyz Murder Suspects Captured in Phuket Hotel -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has passed a significant resolution at its 2026 Annual General Meeting held in Denmark, officially approving new scoring rule changes for badminton. The vote passed overwhelmingly, with 198 member countries in favor and only 43 opposed.

The new competition format will retain the best-of-three games system but reduce the points per game from 21 to 15 to create faster, more compact matches. The deuce rule remains unchanged—players must win by a 2-point margin after reaching 14-14, with a maximum of 21 points in any game.

The BWF stated that these changes aim to increase excitement and reach critical moments faster, while improving broadcast scheduling efficiency. Importantly, the federation emphasized player welfare, seeking to reduce injury risk and extend athletes' competitive careers. The new rules will officially come into effect starting January 4, 2027.

A factory worker riding a motorcycle was heading home in strong winds when a large roadside tree branch snapped and struck him fatally on the head. At 5:30 PM on April 25, 2569, Police Lieutenant Mongkol Praisuun from Srimohosot Police Station in Prachuap Khiri Khan received a report of a large tree branch that fell onto a motorcyclist on Khiri-Srimohosot Road in Tambon Kok Thai, Amphoe Srimohosot, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province. He coordinated with Srimohosot Hospital and responded with rescue teams from the Prachuap Province United Hearts Foundation and Sawang Bamphen Foundation.

At the scene on the roadway, authorities found a large tree branch over 20 meters long that had fallen onto a black and red Honda motorcycle, which was severely damaged. The motorcyclist, a 46-year-old man, was found on the road with critical head injuries. Rescue personnel and local residents had to work together with saws to cut through the branches to retrieve the victim's body and clear the roadway for normal traffic flow.

Investigation revealed the victim was returning home from work when he reached the accident site during a period of strong gusty winds. The large roadside branch could not withstand the wind force, snapped, and struck both his body and head with severe force, causing him to die instantly at the scene. Officials transported the body to the hospital and conducted legal investigation procedures before releasing it to the family for religious funeral rites.

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Phuket – The coastal community of Laem Sai in Thalang came alive last night as the province launched its annual “Sit by the Sea, Watch Planes, Enjoy Local Delights @ Laem Sai” festival. The event, held at Laem Sai Pier, was officially opened by Deputy Governor Suwit Phansengiam, who joined local officials, community leaders and […] “Sit by the Sea, Watch Planes, Enjoy Local Delights at Laem Sai” Festival in Thalang Is a Huge Success -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

The initiative to elevate Thai fabric and handicraft products represents a continuation of Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana's royal vision under the "Thai Fabrics, Wear with Joy" concept, which aims to establish traditional Thai textiles in the international contemporary fashion market while building value from local knowledge and strengthening the nation's grassroots economy.

On April 25, 2569, the Community Development Department under the Interior Ministry conducted the first coaching session for royal pattern fabrics and handicrafts at IconSiam in the Central Region, with Department Director Siam Sirimonkol presiding, alongside foundation advisors, community development leaders, and provincial officials.

This initiative serves as a critical mechanism for driving community economic growth by elevating Thai fabric and handicraft products as models for producers, entrepreneurs, and weavers to develop their skills across all techniques, creating quality and diverse products with contemporary designs and patterns. The program also emphasizes sustainable fashion that can compete domestically and internationally, generating income and long-term opportunities for communities. Additionally, the program prepares producers, OTOP entrepreneurs, and weavers for the 2569 Royal Pattern Fabric Competition scheduled by the Community Development Department for August 2569.

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Phuket — Residents and business owners in Rawai, particularly around the Saiyuan area, faced repeated disturbances from a man in his forties who allegedly carried weapons and harassed shopkeepers. Witnesses reported that the suspect entered restaurants, shops, and even private homes almost daily, demanding money, food, and water, while lingering for hours. His behavior included […] Armed Man Causing Disturbance in Rawai Quickly Detained -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.