Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Villagers Carry Motorcycles Across Flooded Stream to Hunt Mushrooms
Villagers in Sukhothai's flooded forests carry motorcycles across swollen streams by hand to reach mushroom-harvesting grounds during peak season, earning up to 2,000 baht daily.
Myanmar Contestant Wins Media Favorite at Phuket Beauty Pageant
Aung Min Thu from Myanmar won the Reporter's Favorite Award at the Mister International 2026 pageant in Phuket, impressing judges and media during the swimsuit competition on September 19th.
Chabad House Goods Seized Over Import Documentation Issues
PHUKET: Goods at Chabad House in Patong have been temporarily seized while authorities check their import documents, with officials also finding products without Thai-language labels during a multi-agency inspection.
Officers Search Stream After Crocodile Report Suspected AI Image
Officers in Chon Buri searched a stream after a child reported seeing a crocodile but found nothing; authorities suspect the photograph may have been AI-generated.
Noodle Vendor Brings 11-Month-Old Along on Daily Sales Route
A 27-year-old noodle vendor in Chon Buri brings her 11-month-old baby along on her motorcycle sidecar while selling noodles at markets and factories, securing the infant with a tied shirt. The woman says the arrangement allows her to earn i
Rayong Residents Plead for Drainage Solution as Floods Recur
Residents in a low-lying Rayong community are pleading for urgent drainage improvements after heavy rain repeatedly floods rental homes with water half a meter deep, with undersized pipes unable to handle rainfall volume.
Turkey Wins King of Andaman Swimsuit Title
Turkey's Dogukan Navdar won the King of Andaman 2026 swimsuit competition at the Mister International pageant in Phuket on September 19, also earning Best Beach Body honors.
Politicians Rally Behind Kamlasak at Wedding Celebration
Over 10,000 supporters gathered in Narathiwat Province for the wedding of Kamlasak Liwamoh's son, with Palang Pracharath politicians attending to show solidarity six months after an assassination attempt against Kamlasak.
Sea Turtle Rescued After Washing Ashore at Kamala Beach
Lifeguards rescued a weakened olive ridley sea turtle that washed ashore at Kamala Beach in Phuket on Thursday, with marine officials now providing rehabilitation and monitoring before potential release.
Disabled Elephant Pang Aem Rescued After Flash Flood
Rescue teams saved Pang Aem, a disabled elephant, after flash floods swept her away in Chiang Mai's Mae Wang District on September 19. The injured elephant is now resting safely while veterinarians assess her condition for injuries.
Mister International Contestants Take Phuket Night Run
All 56 Mister International 2026 pageant contestants joined a nighttime run through Phuket, with a 10-kilometre mini marathon and 4.5-kilometre fun run starting at Prom Thep Cape to showcase the city's evening charm and promote internationa
Navy Backs Senate Plan for Koh Kood Road to Bolster Border Security
Thailand's Navy backs a Senate plan to build a 5-kilometer road on Koh Kood island in Trat Province by 2025, citing improved border security and supply logistics during monsoon seasons when boat access becomes impossible.