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UNCOVERED: Narathiwat - The Untold Story

In 2010, Thailand sank 25 retired army tanks off Narathiwat to create artificial reefs; later research found 53 fish species thriving there

In a progressive move, Thailand has submerged retired tanks and train cars to create artificial reefs, serving to bolster fishing communities grappling with dwindling fish populations. A recent study revealed the new reefs host an intriguing diversity of 53 fish species across 21 families, with tanks proving particularly effective at…

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Southern border rail track reopens after bombing

Southern border rail track reopens after bombing

NARATHIWAT - Train services have resumed on the main southern line in Rangae district, following repairs, after it was damaged by a bomb on Saturday night, the State Railway of Thailand said on Tuesday.

South policies need rethink

South policies need rethink

A series of violent attacks in Yala, Pattani and Narathiwat provinces over the weekend was a calculated attempt to humiliate the security apparatus and the Anutin Charnvirakul government.

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Why southern Thailand has been rocked by over 50 coordinated arson attacks

Outbreak linked to decades-old insurgency in Thailand’s Malay-Muslim south

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Army plays down attacks

A coordinated wave of 51 attacks across Narathiwat, Pattani and Yala may have been launched to discredit state officials and retaliate against a crackdown on illicit trade, Fourth Army Area commander Lt Gen Norathip Phoynok says.

Southern border rail track closed after being bombed

NARATHIWAT - An overnight bomb explosion damaged the southern rail track in Rangae district of this southern border province, and it was closed for security checks and repairs, affecting 10 freight and long-haul passenger services.

Bombings and arson continue in South

There were 51 violent incidents in the three southernmost border provinces on Saturday night, almost half of them occurring in Narathiwat.

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Bomb blasts, arson attacks rock Narathiwat, two injured

Bomb blasts, arson attacks rock Narathiwat, two injured

A string of unrest occurred at multiple locations in southern border provinces on Saturday night, with explosions and arson attacks damaging vehicles, communication infrastructure and other property. Two people were injured in Narathiwat.

Accomplice gets 5 years over MP car shooting

Accomplice gets 5 years over MP car shooting

The Narathiwat provincial court sentenced a man to five years in prison for his role in an attempted murder case involving Prachachat Party MP Kamolsak Leewamoh.

Garage owner linked to MP’s shooting sentenced

Garage owner linked to MP’s shooting sentenced

NARATHIWAT - A court in this southern province has sentenced a garage owner to five years in prison for dismantling an Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc) pickup truck used in the shooting of a Prachachat Party MP.

Thai footballer killed by lightning during Golok FA Cup

Thai footballer killed by lightning during Golok FA Cup

A Thai footballer was killed after being struck by lightning during a match in Narathiwat on Tuesday, while nine others were injured.

Two suspects in Tak Bai police killings shot dead

Two suspects in Tak Bai police killings shot dead

NARATHIWAT - Two suspects linked to the fatal shooting of two Tak Bai police officers were killed in a gunfight with security forces in this southern province on Wednesday, while authorities later apprehended another suspect believed to have helped the duo evade arrest earlier.

Thai footballer killed by lightning during Golok FA Cup

Thai footballer killed by lightning during Golok FA Cup

NARATHIWAT - A Thai footballer was killed after being struck by lightning during a match in this southern province on Tuesday, while nine others were injured.

Manhunt for cop killers widens

Manhunt for cop killers widens

A manhunt for six suspects accused of killing two police officers in Narathiwat has intensified after investigators found evidence suggesting they may have fled across the border.

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Two police killed, 3 wounded in Narathiwat plantation firefight

NARATHIWAT - A manhunt was launched for an armed suspect after two Tak Bai police investigators were killed and three others wounded during a drug search in Tak Bai district on Sunday.

Deadly raid puts peace talks on hold

Peace talks between the government and southern insurgent representatives have been postponed indefinitely following the deadly Narathiwat attack that killed five rangers.

Malaysia holds key to peace in South

It has been an open secret in southern Thailand, especially in Yala, Narathiwat and Pattani provinces, that Malaysia has long served as a second home for many insurgents seeking refuge when they face military crackdowns.

Man wanted over attack in Narathiwat

A court has issued an arrest warrant for a suspect in the deadly Narathiwat checkpoint attack as Defence Minister Lt Gen Adul Boonthumjaroen pledged to bring those responsible to justice.

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Narathiwat taps into martial law measures after deadly ranger attack

NARATHIWAT - Stricter security measures allowed under martial law have been imposed across Narathiwat amid efforts to track down militants responsible for an attack that killed five paramilitary rangers earlier in the week.

Pickup used in deadly Narathiwat attack found torched

NARATHIWAT - The pickup truck used in a deadly attack in Rangae district was found torched in another district of this southern province on Wednesday night, as the regional army commander ordered a hunt for the 10 armed men who killed five soldiers and injured six civilians.

Five rangers killed in deep south attack

NARATHIWAT - Five paramilitary rangers were killed and six civilians injured when a group of heavily armed men on a pickup truck attacked a security checkpoint in Rangae district of this southern border province on Wednesday night.

Moving car bomb hits far South once again

NARATHIWAT - Tanyong police station in Muang district of Narathiwat was hit by a moving car bomb Tuesday night in an attack authorities said was similar to two prior incidents in the region last year.

Visit the Deep South with Siam Society

Siam Society is holding a study trip to explore the cultural legacy of Thailand's Deep South in Pattani and Narathiwat from Aug 14-16.

All victims of pilgrimage scam urged to sue illegal travel firm

NARATHIWAT - All travellers ripped off by an illegal travel agent who offered cheap, pilgrimmage packages to Mecca are being advised to come forward and register their complaints with police, to help stamp out the scam.

Govt aids victims of Umrah scam

The government is assisting about 150 Muslim pilgrims from Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat who were duped into buying Umrah tour packages, with losses estimated at 3.7 million baht.

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