PHUKET: A 35-year-old man from Songkhla is being sought by police after allegedly stealing B6,000 in cash and a pickup truck from a house in Wichit before abandoning the vehicle in Trang.
PHUKET: A 35-year-old man from Songkhla is being sought by police after allegedly stealing B6,000 in cash and a pickup truck from a house in Wichit before abandoning the vehicle in Trang.
The Royal Thai Police Commissioner has ordered a performance-based promotion cycle for 2026 covering ranks from Deputy Superintendent to Police Sergeant, with a hard deadline of November 30. The directive emphasizes transparency, measurable results, and rotation of underperforming officers in key enforcement areas such as drugs, cybercrime, and illegal immigration. Agencies must justify all nominations with evidence and conduct thorough background checks to prevent unqualified appointments.
Thailand's Gold Traders Association announced a sharp 1,350 baht drop in gold prices at the October 23 market open, with gold jewelry selling at 64,800 baht per baht weight. Gold bars are priced at 63,800 baht buy and 64,000 baht sell, while global spot gold trades at $3,997 per ounce. Analysts are watching US inflation and Federal Reserve policy for signals on whether gold can recover toward $4,300-$4,400 or risk falling below $4,100.
PHUKET: One person tested positive in preliminary drug screening during inspections of two karaoke venues in Soi Phunphon, Phuket Town, late on Wednesday (Oct 21), district officials say.
Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Supajee Sutthamphanthu thanked Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul for publicly defending her position amid cabinet reshuffle rumors. Anutin had stated that if Supajee were removed, he would also resign. Supajee said she remains confident and ready to work daily, deferring to the Prime Minister's judgment on her future in the cabinet.
House Speaker Sopon Saran refused to unilaterally set a date for the upcoming no-confidence debate against ministers, urging the government, opposition, and Senate whips to compromise instead. Negotiations collapsed after the opposition rejected a four-day compromise and walked out, insisting on dates in November or December. Sopon said he would only write to the Cabinet once both sides agree, emphasizing that democracy requires dialogue, not imposed decisions.
Thai police and social welfare officers rescued a 17-year-old girl who was soliciting clients for sexual services through a popular online app. The operation followed a tip from social workers who spotted the minor's advertisements. Authorities are now investigating to identify and prosecute anyone who engaged her services, warning that such acts carry penalties of up to three years in prison and fines up to 60,000 baht.
PHUKET: Border Patrol Police have arrested a 27-year-old man and seized more than 166 grammes of crystal meth and 403 methamphetamine pills (ya bah) in Kathu.
Chaiyaphum's Nong Bua Daeng district hosted its annual Bun Kathin festival featuring nine giant candle trees over six meters tall paraded along a cultural street. Government officials, local MP 'Idear', and Miss World 2025 'Opal' joined thousands of residents and tourists for the opening ceremony and traditional performances. The festival preserves Buddhist traditions and local wisdom while promoting cultural tourism in the northeastern province.
The park lists AIS at all five places it names, from Ko Ha to the cave, and calls the signal on Ko Rok poor. Beyond that list we found no independent coverage data, only eSIM sellers.
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The Thai Meteorological Department has issued its final heavy rain warning for October 23-25, 2026, covering the eastern and southern regions with very heavy falls expected in southern provinces including Phuket, Krabi, and Phang Nga. The alert cites a monsoon trough, strong southwest monsoon, and a Chinese high-pressure system as drivers, warning of flash floods, forest runoff, and waves over three meters. Residents and mariners are urged to exercise caution and monitor official updates.
