Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Student Admits AI-Generated Crocodile Photo Sparked School Panic
A student at a Chonburi school created an AI-generated crocodile image that sparked a panic and prompted a costly search by rescue teams in July, authorities confirmed. Officials warned the public to verify information before sharing, espec
Sarayuth Elected Phuket Tourist Association President
Sarayuth Mallam won the election to lead the Phuket Tourist Association for 2026-2028, with the newly appointed governor committing to boost tourism development on the island.
Krabi School Marching Band Wins Two Top Awards in China
Ammartpatichnukul School's marching band from Krabi won two top awards at an international competition in China and earned an invitation to perform at Peking University, bringing honor to Thailand on the global stage.
Banker Proposes Deep-Sea Port in Ranong Over Land Bridge
BANGKOK: A revised transport network that connects China to western Thailand via a new deep-sea port in Ranong could serve as a more viable alternative to the Land Bridge project, which is considered less feasible, says a banker.
Phuket Airport Launches Safety Campaign for 2026
Phuket International Airport has launched a safety campaign requiring vehicle inspections and drug tests for public transport drivers to enhance passenger security and restore tourist confidence ahead of 2026.
Thalang Hospital Opens New Dialysis Centre
PHUKET: Thalang Hospital has opened a new haemodialysis centre after receiving more than B8 million in funding from the Kusoldharm Phuket Foundation to expand treatment services for kidney patients in northern Phuket.
Phuket Provides New Home to Vulnerable Family
PHUKET: A vulnerable family in Wichit has received a newly built home under a government housing assistance programme aimed at improving living conditions for low-income households.
Indian Tourist Rescued After Exhaustion in Pattaya Waters
An Indian tourist exhausted while swimming in Pattaya waters was rescued by city officials and speedboat operators on July 23 and safely returned to shore.
Border Residents Fear Third Conflict as Thailand-Cambodia Clashes Mark One Year
Thai-Cambodian border residents in Surin province live in fear of renewed violence as the one-year anniversary of last year's rocket attacks approaches, with communities like Chong Jom market still bearing the economic and psychological sca
Memorial Held for Eight Killed in Cambodian Rocket Attack
Families and officials commemorated the first anniversary of a Cambodian rocket attack that killed eight people at a petrol station in Sisaket province's Ban Phue village on July 24, 2025, with survivors and bereaved relatives calling for l
Phuket Street Performer Builds International Music Career
Phuket street performer Queen On Street, who began singing at age seven on Bangla Road, has built an international music career after viral videos earned her millions of views and led to wins in overseas competitions and recording deals acr
Phuket Cracks Down On Foreign-Owned Shell Companies
Phuket authorities are intensifying efforts against shell companies and illegal businesses, revealing that over one-third of registered firms have foreign shareholders in potential violation of Thai law.