Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Neighborhood Alarmed After Woman Discovers Mysterious Bag at School Entrance Containing Important Documents
A woman found an abandoned black bag at a school entrance in Rayong on April 25th, prompting police to cordon off the area; inside were clothes and a divorce document rather than any dangerous items.
Thai Windsurfing Team Reaches Halfway Point at Asian Beach Games: Wachirwit Holds 3rd Place in iQFoil Men's U21
Thailand's windsurfing team competes at the Asian Beach Games in China with Wachirwit Thanoup holding 3rd place in the men's U21 iQFoil category halfway through competition. Challenging wind conditions have hampered Thai athletes, though Wa
“Sit by the Sea, Watch Planes, Enjoy Local Delights at Laem Sai” Festival in Thalang Is a Huge Success
Phuket's annual "Sit by the Sea, Watch Planes, Enjoy Local Delights" festival drew crowds to Laem Sai Pier in Thalang, featuring seaside views, plane watching, and local food offerings.
Phuket Advances Circular Economy with “Live Like a Local” Upcycled Souvenirs
Phuket is promoting sustainable tourism through "Live Like a Local," a brand that transforms discarded fishing nets and marine debris into premium souvenirs and fashion items as part of a circular economy initiative.
Armed Man Causing Disturbance in Rawai Quickly Detained
Police in Phuket's Rawai area arrested a man in his forties who had been harassing shopkeepers and residents while allegedly carrying weapons, demanding money and food in daily disturbances around the Saiyuan neighborhood.
Teacher catches crow stealing boiled eggs on camera
An art teacher in northeastern Thailand set up a camera to catch an egg thief and discovered the culprit was a clever crow repeatedly stealing boiled eggs from outside his school room.
Phuket Commerce Department Inspects Patong Beach Over Coconut Price Controversy, Tightens Merchant Compliance
Phuket commerce officials investigated complaints about inflated coconut prices at Patong Beach, finding most vendors displayed fair pricing between 50-100 baht while preparing stricter enforcement rules for beachfront merchants.
Pongsphira Clinches Double Championship in Mountain Bike Thai National Competition at Pong Nam Ron
Thai cyclist Pongsphira Pongsayukul won the Open Men's mountain bike championship at the Thai National Competition held in Chanthaburi's Pong Nam Ron district April 25-26, with Tak Province set to host the final rounds in August.
Rising Star Yodtaenakeng Faces Off Against Saenleiang in KP Sunday Fight Headliner
Rising boxers Yodtaenakeng and Saenleiang, both 16, clash at 119 pounds in the KP Sunday Fight main event on April 26, with the power-based southerner facing off against a ring-savvy counter-puncher on True Vision NOW.
Phuket to Advance Stray Dog Shelter to Create Rabies-Free Zones
Phuket authorities are expanding stray dog shelter operations to establish rabies-free zones and improve public health, part of a broader effort to enhance the province's image for tourism.
Songkhla Approves 2.4 Billion Baht Budget to Repair Homes Damaged by Flooding Across 112,927 Households
Songkhla Province has approved 2.4 billion baht to repair homes damaged by recent flooding across nearly 113,000 households in 16 districts, with fund transfers beginning April 24.
Sarapetch Monitors Koh Tao Landfill Fire, Mobilizes All Sectors to Accelerate Firefighting Efforts
A major landfill fire on Koh Tao remains uncontrolled as deputy minister Sarapetch mobilizes multiple agencies with water trucks and equipment to contain the blaze, with full containment expected within 2-3 days despite strong winds.