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Phuket – Police in Chalong have successfully arrested a notorious thief known as “Santi” (alias), who allegedly stole a safe containing more than 1.3 million baht from a Russian resident’s home in Chalong. Despite disguising himself as a Grab delivery rider and attempting to destroy evidence by dumping the safe into a mine pit, the […] Thief Arrested for Stealing 1.3 Million Baht from Russian in Chalong -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

In the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup 2026 group stage, Group A Match 3 at Suzhou Sports Center Stadium in the People's Republic of China, Thailand's U-17 women's national football team took on China's U-17 team.

China overwhelmed Thailand in the first half with a 3-0 lead from goals by Yang Lan in the 5th minute, Li Zixian in the 20th minute, and Cheng Wandi in the 23rd minute. In the second half, China added three more goals: Li Zixian scored in the 54th minute, and Huang Xinyi scored in the 58th and 60th minutes, finishing the match 6-0.

Despite the heavy defeat, Thailand's U-17 women's team finished third in Group A with one win, one draw, and one loss, securing advancement to the quarterfinals as one of the best third-place finishers. China topped the group with a perfect 9 points, while Vietnam finished second with 4 points—tied on points with Thailand but with a better goal differential.

Thailand will next compete in the quarterfinals against the Group C champions on May 11, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Thailand time at Suzhou Sports Center Stadium. The match will be broadcast live on YouTube through AFC Asian Cup and BG Sports channels.

On May 7, 2025, Anupong Suksamit, Governor of Nakhon Ratchasima Province, received a formal letter from Mont Chuai Phimai, chairman of the Nakhon Ratchasima Village Headmen Association, accompanied by representatives from the association. The letter expressed strong opposition and dissatisfaction with accusations that alleged village headmen were involved in drug trafficking operations and drug use themselves—allegations made by representatives of the Pheu Thai party.

Mont stated that such accusations constitute a serious insult and degradation of local government officials' work. He emphasized that village headmen have worked tirelessly on the frontlines of drug suppression efforts, and these allegations not only damage morale but also trample on the dignity of the headmen and their families—something the association cannot accept.

Despite some partial apologies from those responsible, Mont noted that widespread damage has already occurred and a simple apology is insufficient to restore public confidence. The nationwide network of village headmen has collectively decided to escalate their demands for justice. On May 11, representatives will travel to Parliament in Bangkok to formally submit a statement of intent to the Speaker and relevant officials, reiterating their position.

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Phuket – Officials have raided a shop in the Rassada after receiving multiple complaints of illegal sales of e‑cigarettes and untaxed tobacco products near a local school. The operation followed a week‑long surveillance effort prompted by tips from local news pages and community reports. While the initially suspected shop was found closed, further investigation revealed […] Authorities Raid Illegal Vape Shop in Rassada -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

The Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) held a workshop on security management for fiscal year 2025 to strengthen knowledge, develop personnel capacity, and improve security operations in line with current conditions. The May 7-8 workshop, held at The Ideal Hotel and Residence in Khlong Luang District, Pathum Thani Province, was presided over by Lt. Gen. Thanathip Sawangkaeng, who emphasized inter-agency coordination to ensure efficient security operations responsive to social change. The workshop featured discussions on improving security management, applying information technology solutions, and utilizing the Line "Ready to Help" application to enhance operational efficiency and public communication. Key agenda items included public affairs initiatives such as community strengthening and database development, information dissemination and organizational communication, development projects focused on area-specific security development programs, and planning and budgeting. The workshop also monitored progress on the "Diamond in the Rough" recruitment project. This regular meeting gathered feedback, identified challenges, and collected recommendations from operational units to modernize security management and prepare for multidimensional security threats. ISOC remains committed to integrating cooperation across all sectors to build sustainable security for the nation and its people.

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Surat Thani – Immigration officers in Surat Thani have arrested four Russian nationals from Phuket for illegally working as electricians and construction workers on the island. The arrests are part of a nationwide crackdown on foreigners engaging in unauthorized employment and nominee businesses that undermine Thai labor and economic laws. Pol. Maj. Gen. Chutharet Yingyongdamrongsakul, […] Russians from Phuket Arrested for Illegal Work as Electricians on Koh Samui -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.