Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Phuket pushes AI use in government administration
Phuket provincial officials are implementing AI technology in government administration to streamline public services and cut through bureaucratic delays, with officers attending a workshop this week on the initiative.
Indian Embassy Closely Monitoring Phuket Investigation After Four Tourists Collapse at Kamala Café; One Indian National Dies
Four Indian tourists collapsed at a Kamala Beach café in Phuket on May 9, with one 26-year-old dying; the Indian Embassy is monitoring the ongoing investigation into the mysterious incident.
Phuket Town shrine faces encroachment complaint
PHUKET: An iconic Chinese shrine in Phuket Town is facing the prospect of demolishing or relocating structures after officials confirmed a land encroachment complaint involving neighbouring property boundaries.
Natural Resources Department Cracks Down on Freedom Beach Encroachment in Phuket, Reclaiming Public Shoreline
Thailand's Natural Resources Department is cracking down on decade-long encroachment at Freedom Beach in Phuket, where systematic illegal occupation has blocked public shoreline access and charged tourists unauthorized fees since 2015.
Nara United Calls for Quality Fan Support in Crucial Thai League 2 Promotion Playoff Against Suratthani
Nara United's president urges fans to support with dignity ahead of a crucial Thai League 2 promotion playoff against Suratthani, warning that throwing objects onto the pitch has already cost the club a 60,000-baht fine and future penalties
Civil Society Submits Letter Opposing Phu Ngoy Dam Construction Across Mekong River, Fears Flooding in Ubon Ratchathani
Civil society groups in Ubon Ratchathani formally opposed the Phu Ngoy Dam project in Laos, citing concerns that the hydroelectric facility would reverse water flow and cause flooding in Thailand during monsoon season.
Research Reveals Lead Contamination in Diseased Catfish from Chiang Khan
Diseased catfish from the Mekong River in Chiang Khan, Loei Province show lead levels slightly above safety standards, though healthy fish remain safe to eat when properly cooked. Researchers from Naresuan University recommend avoiding visi
Young Man Steals 19-Baht Gold Ring, Sells It to Win Over Woman and Break Up Her Relationship—Owner Recognizes the Design
A 29-year-old factory worker stole 19 baht of gold and sold it to pay a woman to leave her boyfriend and date him instead, but was caught when the factory owner recognized the distinctive ring on his girlfriend.
Libong Island Coral Bleaching Reaches 80% as Seawater Temperatures Soar; Fears of Crisis Similar to 2010
Coral bleaching has affected 80% of reefs around Libong Island in Trang Province as seawater temperatures soar, with tourism operators warning of a potential crisis worse than the 2010 event if conditions don't improve within weeks.
Kanchanaburi FC Chairman: Announcement on Former Vietnamese National Team Coach Phan Hang Sao Within 2-3 Days
Kanchanaburi FC has concluded negotiations with Vietnamese national team coach Phan Hang Sao following their relegation to Thailand's second division, with an official announcement expected within 2-3 days.
Bolt confirms continued operations in Thailand amid platform review
Bolt will continue operating in Thailand as regulators review its electronic platform certification, the ride-hailing company confirmed.
Defense Minister Urges Calm Over Military Weapons in Hands of Cambodian Gaming Boss; Investigation Underway on How They Went Missing
Defense Minister Gen. Adulyadej Boontherm urged calm over military weapons found in the possession of Cambodian gaming boss Ming Cheng Sun, while pledging a personal investigation into how the firearms went missing from military inventory.