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Muslims in restless Yala, Southern Thailand

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February 6, 2026

Bomb Defused At Pattani Bus Terminal; Authorities Warn Of Possible Further Devices

PATTANI, Thailand – A potentially deadly explosive device was successfully neutralized by bomb disposal experts at the Pattani provincial bus terminal on Thursday, averting what officials describe as an attempted attack aimed at causing civilian casualties. Bomb Attacks Target 11 PTT Stations in Thailand’s Deep South, Four Injured The improvised explosive device (IED) was discovered […]

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Angthong Tour by Speedboat from Koh Samui All Inclusive.

South

February 6, 2026

Russian Tourist Killed in Apparent Cliff Fall at Koh Samui Scenic Viewpoint

SURAT THANI, Thailand – A 36-year-old Russian tourist died on Thursday after a tragic fall from a cliff at a popular viewpoint on the resort island of Koh Samui, according to local authorities. Ukrainian Woman Arrested After Spray Painting Famous Viewpoint in Phuket Koh Samui Police were notified after tourists at the Na Phra Lan […]

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Toyota Ambulance in Koh Samui, Thailand.

South

February 5, 2026

Foreigner Arrested After Hijacking SUV in Terrifying Koh Samui Joyride

SURAT THANI – A foreign national, believed to be under the influence or experiencing hallucinations, was arrested on Koh Samui on Thursday after forcibly dragging a driver from his SUV and speeding off with the victim clinging to the vehicle for 3.5 kilometers. Intoxicated Foreigner Steals Taxi From Checkpoint and Crashes into Utility Pole in […]

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South

February 5, 2026

German Man Arrested for Pro‑Gaza Graffiti Spree on Koh Phangan

KOH PHANGAN – A German tourist known online as “Mr Spray” has been arrested for allegedly spray‑painting pro‑Gaza and other political messages across more than 40 locations on Koh Phangan, triggering a police investigation and widespread public criticism. Resident call for legal action against foreign graffiti in Phuket The suspect, identified as 58‑year‑old T. H., […]

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South

February 5, 2026

Tourists Mistake Thai Funeral for Street‑Side Eatery in Nakhon Si Thammarat

NAKHON SI THAMMARAT – A Thai family in Nakhon Si Thammarat province found themselves unintentionally hosting foreign visitors on multiple occasions after tourists mistook a traditional funeral gathering for a public eatery. The incidents, captured on video and widely shared online, have sparked both amusement and debate about cultural awareness and Thai hospitality. Seafood Rains […]

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South

February 4, 2026

Hunt Underway for Thief Who Stole 2.4 Million Baht in Gold from Hat Yai Shop

HAT YAI, SONGKHLA – Police are searching for a thief who stole gold ornaments worth approximately 2.4 million baht from a gold shop inside a Lotus’s store in Hat Yai district on Tuesday evening. Tunisian Duo Arrested for Snatching British Tourist’s Gold Necklace in Bangkok The robbery occurred at Burapa Gold Shop in tambon Kho […]

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February 2, 2026February 3, 2026

British Man Arrested After Recklessly Driving a Porsche on Koh Samui

KOH SAMUI – A 23-year-old British national has been arrested for reckless driving after operating a rented Porsche 911 Carrera S at dangerously high speeds across Koh Samui, prompting multiple public complaints and a coordinated police response. Foreign Porsche Driver Faces Public Outcry for Reckless Driving in Patong The incidents occurred on the evening of […]

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Ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao via Thong Sala Pier in Koh Phangan.

South

January 25, 2026

Israelis Caught with Dangerous Drugs on Koh Phangan

SURAT THANI – Four Israeli men have been arrested on Koh Phangan after police raided a loud party at a luxury villa on Friday, uncovering a dangerous cocktail of narcotics including “candy” pills shaped like Labubu dolls—a popular art toy. Swedish Drug Trafficker Arrested in Hua Hin Condo Acting on a tip from residents, tourist […]

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