Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Bang Tao restaurants cleared from beachfront sand
Phuket authorities removed restaurant furniture and illegal structures from Bang Tao Beach's public sand, clarifying that the beachfront remains government property separate from nearby legally-operated businesses.
Sea gypsy ‘Family Reunion’ spotlights Urak Lawoi culture
The Urak Lawoi sea gypsy community held a family gathering on Koh Siray to preserve their traditions and strengthen bonds across generations.
Stamp Fairtex Sends Well-Wishes to Tacheru After Emotional Farewell Fight
Stamp Fairtex congratulated Tacheru on his knockout victory over Rodtang at ONE Samurai 1, which marked Tacheru's emotional retirement fight and interim kickboxing title win.
Kota Sends Encouragement to Rotton After Knockout Loss to Takeru at One Samurai
Japanese boxer Kota Miura posted encouragement to Thai fighter Rotton Chitmeungnon after Rotton's knockout loss to Takeru Segawa at One Samurai 1 in Tokyo on Wednesday.
Cambodia Makes Bold Accusations of Thai M79 Grenade Firing During Military Delegation Site Visit; Thailand Says It Was Just Warning Shots
Cambodia accused Thailand of firing M79 grenades during a border inspection tour in Surin province, but Thai forces said they only discharged three warning shots after Cambodian soldiers approached their fence line.
Khao Yai National Park Sends Young Gibbon for Rehabilitation Before Release Back to the Wild After Being Found at Lower Bang Tee Village
A young gibbon separated from its group and found near Bang Tee village in Kanchanaburi has been transferred to Khao Son Wildlife Breeding Station for rehabilitation before eventual release back into the wild.
Silatharm Seeks Redemption Against Petchnamueang in Main Event at Petchyindee Championship Live on True
Silatharm faces a redemption rematch against Petchnamueang on April 30 at Rajdamnoen Stadium in the main event of the Petchyindee Championship, a premium Muay Thai show airing live on TrueVisions.
Farmer's Stubble Burning Spreads to Destroy 5 Rai Orchard, Owner Devastated as Rare Trees Lost
Uncontrolled stubble burning destroyed a 5-rai orchard in Sukhothai, killing rare hardwood and fruit trees worth over 100,000 baht that the owner had nurtured for four years.
Laundry Shops and Cafes in Buriram Scramble to Survive New Tiered Electricity Rates, Say Profits Insufficient to Cover Rising Bills
Small business owners in Buriram's laundry and cafe sector fear the government's new tiered electricity rates will force them to close, as their high energy consumption already costs thousands monthly with insufficient profits to absorb fur
Phuket MP urges Parliament to end visa-free entry
Phuket's MP is calling on Parliament to end visa-free entry and tighten cannabis controls, citing damage to tourism and rising social issues on the island.
The Pizza Company to exit Cambodia, local brand to replace outlets
The Pizza Company is exiting Cambodia as its local operator launches a homegrown pizza brand to replace existing outlets following a corporate restructuring and ownership shift to Singapore-based investors.
Durian Vendors at Thai Market See Live-Selling Drama Differently—100 Baht Per Fruit Creates Divide
Online durian promotions selling fruit at 100 baht each have divided Thai Market vendors—some say it threatens their wholesale business, while others view it as normal retail strategy that attracts different customer segments.