Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
May Ratchanok Defeats Bulgarian Player to Advance to Semifinals at Malaysia Masters
Thai badminton star May Ratchanok swept past Bulgaria's Kalyana Nalbantova 21-15, 21-11 at the Malaysia Masters in Kuala Lumpur to reach the women's singles semifinals.
Jackson smiles as Buriram United claim opening leg advantage in AFC Club Championship pursuit
Buriram United secured a 1-0 away victory over Selangor FC in the opening leg of the AFC Club Championship final, giving head coach Mark Jackson's side the advantage before the decisive second leg at home on May 27.
Prachuap Khiri Khan MP Urges Agriculture Minister to Urgently Address Water Hyacinth Crisis Killing Fish Cages Worth Nearly 4 Million Baht
Water hyacinth choking the Prachuap River has decimated ruby fish farms in Prachuap Khiri Khan, killing thousands of oxygen-starved fish with damages exceeding 3.9 million baht, prompting an MP to demand urgent government intervention.
Public dumping offenders fined in Chalong, Wichit
PHUKET: Municipal officers in Chalong and Wichit have stepped up enforcement against illegal dumping in public areas, tracking down offenders through CCTV footage and public complaints, issuing fines and ordering clean-up operations.
ONWR and Royal Irrigation Department Partner to Strengthen Water Security in Eastern Economic Corridor
Thailand's water agencies are strengthening water security in the Eastern Economic Corridor ahead of an anticipated El Niño phenomenon expected to bring below-normal rainfall from mid-2027 through August 2027.
Rayong Fruit and Local Goods Festival 2026
Rayong Fruit and Local Goods Festival 2026Taste the Sweetness Fresh from the Orchards: Experience the Charm of Thailand’s Premier Fruit City! Date: May 21–24, 2026 Venue: Rayong Provincial Centr...
Phuket Officials Transferred Amid Entertainment Venue Extortion Allegations
Five senior Phuket officials were transferred following extortion allegations by entertainment venue operators in Patong, who claimed local authorities blocked licensing procedures and demanded illegal payments.
Austrian Man Deported After Causing Drunken Public Disturbance in Phuket
A 39-year-old Austrian man has been deported from Phuket after immigration revoked his visa due to repeated drunken disturbances in public, reported by local residents in Rawai.
Variegated Syngonium Podophyllum Plants Find International Success with Exports to Japan, China, Europe, and Middle East
Thai ornamental plant grower Udom Thitiwattanaskul exports variegated Syngonium Podophyllum plants globally, with 70% of his production reaching Japan, China, Europe, and the Middle East, though the rare variegation only succeeds in about 1
Phuket showcases new royal fabric designs
Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn unveiled 2026 royal fabric designs gifted by Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, aimed at promoting Thai textiles and raising local craftsmanship to global levels.
Phuket airport moves closer to net-zero target
Phuket International Airport earned Level 2 certification in the global Airport Carbon Accreditation program, advancing its commitment to reaching net-zero emissions.
Chachoengsao Sharks Announce Contract Extension for Brazilian Defender Horge Filippe
Brazilian defender Horge Filippe has extended his contract with Chachoengsao FC after a standout 2025/26 season in which he appeared in all 27 matches and helped the team finish 8th in the Thai League standings.