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‘Mobile AI camera’ nets French tourist for overstay
‘Mobile AI camera’ nets French tourist for overstay
PHUKET: A French tourist has been arrested while walking along Bangla Rd in Patong after being identified by a mobile AI facial recognition camera for overstaying his visa by 42 days.
Water outage to hit parts of Ratsada
Water outage to hit parts of Ratsada
PHUKET: Residents in parts of Ratsada will experience a temporary water outage or reduced pressure tomorrow (Apr 1) as maintenance works are carried out, the Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) Phuket branch has announced.
Culture Minister: Phuket Biennale delivers B28.97bn windfall, attracts 2.4mn visitors
Culture Minister: Phuket Biennale delivers B28.97bn windfall, attracts 2.4mn visitors
PHUKET: Culture Minister Sabida Thaiseth says the Thailand Biennale in Phuket drew more than 2.4 million visitors and generated B28.97 billion in economic activity, as preparations began to hand over hosting duties to Rayong for 2027.
Health Minister opens Vachira Phuket 'wellness centre'
Health Minister opens Vachira Phuket 'wellness centre'
PHUKET: Public Health Minister Phatthana Phromphat was in Phuket yesterday (Mar 30) to launch the ‘Alive by VachiraPhuket’ Wellness Center, which is aimed at positioning preventive and holistic care at the forefront of healthcare in Phuket.
Phuket Airport Immigration denies B200 ‘special lane’ claims
Phuket Airport Immigration denies B200 ‘special lane’ claims
PHUKET: Immigration Division 2 has attributed long queues at Phuket International Airport over the weekend to a temporary system malfunction, firmly denying reports that passengers were charged to access special lanes.
Thalang officers arrest dealer, seize 214 meth pills
Thalang officers arrest dealer, seize 214 meth pills
PHUKET: A suspected small-scale drug dealer has been arrested in Thalang during a late-night crackdown led by district officials as part of ongoing efforts to suppress narcotics in Phuket.
Phuket panic spurred 75% surge in fuel buying
Phuket panic spurred 75% surge in fuel buying
PHUKET: Fuel consumption in Phuket briefly surged by up to 75% as public anxiety over the Middle East conflict triggered panic buying, provincial officials confirmed.
Phuket officials turn to food waste tech
Phuket officials turn to food waste tech
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthawon has received a food waste disposal system from Oklin (Thailand) Co Ltd for installation at Phuket Provincial Hall, marking a concrete step forward in the province’s push towards a Zero Waste future.
Phuket lights up to celebrate the power of women
Phuket lights up to celebrate the power of women
Phuket was the toast of Thailand last month as the province hosted a landmark annual event that united and celebrated women from all over the country.
Children’s Summer Activity Project underway
Children’s Summer Activity Project underway
ALL SPORTS: An annual project to encourage children in Phuket to engage in a variety of sporting and academic activities kicked off on Thursday (Mar 26).
Governor sets 20-year Phuket ‘new economy’ roadmap
Governor sets 20-year Phuket ‘new economy’ roadmap
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn has outlined a 20-year development strategy aimed at reducing reliance on tourism while boosting long-term growth in an effort to push ahead with plans to transform the island into a sustainable “new economy” hub.
New national sports development model set to trial
New national sports development model set to trial
ALL SPORTS: A new directive has been approved that changes the way sports development in Thailand is structured and funded which aims to maximise the performance and achievements of national athletes.
Phuket officials select youth for ‘Youth Democracy 2026’
Phuket officials select youth for ‘Youth Democracy 2026’
PHUKET: Phuket has moved to strengthen youth participation in democracy, selecting representatives for the national ‘Youth Democracy 2026’ programme under the Secretariat of the House of Representatives.
Phuket Peranakan Festival to go ‘BLOOM’
Phuket Peranakan Festival to go ‘BLOOM’
PHUKET: Phuket is set to welcome thousands of visitors to its historic Old Town next month as officials press ahead with the fourth annual Phuket Peranakan Festival 2026, positioning the event as a flagship driver of the island’s creative economy.
Underwater Hanuman sculpture handed over ahead of installation
Underwater Hanuman sculpture handed over ahead of installation
PHUKET: An underwater sculpture inspired by Thai mythology is set to be installed off Koh Racha Yai this weekend following an official handover ceremony marking the next phase of a marine conservation project.
Phuket commodity prices hold despite fuel cost surge
Phuket commodity prices hold despite fuel cost surge
PHUKET: Consumer prices across Phuket have remained largely stable despite rising energy costs linked to tensions in the Middle East, with officials stepping up monitoring and expanding subsidised goods programmes to ease the cost of living.
Annual Phuket fishing tournament concludes
Annual Phuket fishing tournament concludes
FISHING: The 16th annual Phuket Provincial Fishing Sports Tournament wrapped up on Sunday (Mar 22) in Saphan Hin after three days of competitive fishing action.
Motorcycle taxi fares hold steady
Motorcycle taxi fares hold steady
PHUKET: Motorcycle taxi drivers across the island have not raised fares despite rising fuel prices, according to the Phuket Land Transport Office (PLTO) 
Serial indecent assault suspect arrested in Chalong
Serial indecent assault suspect arrested in Chalong
PHUKET: A 30-year-old man has been arrested in Chalong after allegedly carrying out a series of indecent assaults against women, with four victims – both Thai and foreign nationals – reporting attacks throughout March.
Phuket MP calls for MNRE action over Freedom Beach
Phuket MP calls for MNRE action over Freedom Beach
PHUKET: Phuket MP Chalermpong Saengdee has called on the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) to take urgent action to protect the country’s natural resources, following the discovery of encroachment by influential investors on protected forest land at Freedom Beach.