Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Trang University Wins Two Awards at Enactus Thailand 2026
Prince of Songkla University's Trang campus won second place nationally and first place regionally at Enactus Thailand 2026 for a social innovation project promoting nypa palm products in local communities. The Rakkaew club's initiative com
Sea Turtle Rescued From Patong Beach
PHUKET: A large sea turtle weighing more than 50 kilogrammes was found stranded on Patong Beach early this morning (Sept 3), prompting lifeguards to arrange for it to receive veterinary care.
Phuket Backs Creative Industry with Filmmaker Partnership
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Association of Independent Filmmakers of Thailand to develop creative talent and strengthen Phuket’s creative economy.
Village Reels From Five Consecutive Deaths in One Week
A village in Nakhon Ratchasima province reeled from five consecutive deaths between August 28 and September 2, with residents attributing the tragic cluster to illness and disease despite some reporting strange premonitions beforehand.
Phuket Governor Seeks Consuls' Support on Safety Issues
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Chotinrin Kerdsum has called for closer cooperation between government agencies, the private sector and foreign consular representatives to address issues affecting residents, tourists and foreigners in the province.
Jewish Cemetery Found in Chachoengsao, Residents Fear Mass Burials
A proposed Jewish cemetery in Chachoengsao Province designed to hold around 1,200 graves has alarmed local residents who fear contamination of water sources used for farming near the site.
Yamaha Backs Pattani FC Entry Into Thai Premier League
Yamaha Motor is backing Pattani FC's entry into Thailand's top-tier Thai League 1 for the 2026/27 season, marking a historic milestone for football in the country's southern border region.
NACC Inspects B200 Million Phuket Ferry Pier Project
NACC inspectors examined a 200-million-baht ferry pier development at Ao Por Bay in Phuket's Thalang district as part of a routine review of mid-sized government construction projects.
Phuket Tourism Shifts Focus From Volume to Value
Phuket tourism officials are moving away from chasing visitor numbers, instead prioritizing higher-spending tourists and sustainable development to improve local quality of life.
Phuket Ranks Third in Mild COVID Cases Across Thailand
Phuket ranks third nationwide in COVID-19 cases, though infections remain mild with symptoms resembling the common cold, the Department of Disease Control reports.
PACC Investigates Delays in Phuket Hotel Licensing Process
Thailand's anti-corruption watchdog is investigating unexplained delays in Phuket's hotel licensing approvals, conducting inspections of applicant properties to determine why some permits have stalled.
Songkhla Tourism Revenue Hits 32 Billion Baht
Songkhla's tourism revenue reached 32 billion baht in the first seven months of 2026, with authorities forecasting over 55 billion baht for the full year, driven by strong arrivals from Malaysia and Singapore.