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‘SET UP’: Transferred Phuket officials push back as Patong probe deepens
‘SET UP’: Transferred Phuket officials push back as Patong probe deepens
Sunday 31 May 2026 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Rungruang Thimabut, the Phuket Provincial Palad (Chief Administration Officer) transferred amid Patong bribery and extortion allegations has questioned whether the move was retaliation for recent crackdowns on illegal beach encroachment at Freedom Beach and Bang Tao Beach.
TAT advises tourists of updated alcohol sales hours in Thailand
TAT advises tourists of updated alcohol sales hours in Thailand
Saturday 30 May 2026 11:53 AM
PHUKET: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has issued a public advisory informing visitors of updated alcohol sales regulations in Thailand, following the publication of new rules in the Royal Gazette.
Portuguese Man o’ War warning issued across Phuket beaches
Portuguese Man o’ War warning issued across Phuket beaches
Saturday 30 May 2026 11:01 AM
PHUKET: Authorities have issued a warning to beachgoers after Portuguese man o’ war, also known as bluebottles, were found washed ashore at Kata Noi Beach amid rough monsoon conditions, prompting heightened monitoring along parts of Phuket’s west coast.
Man found dead in apparent suicide at Phuket care home
Man found dead in apparent suicide at Phuket care home
Saturday 30 May 2026 10:51 AM
PHUKET: A man was found dead in an apparent suicide at an elderly care home in Pa Khlok on Friday morning (May 29), Thalang Police have confirmed.
Phuket steps up migrant labour oversight, employer training
Phuket steps up migrant labour oversight, employer training
Saturday 30 May 2026 10:00 AM
PHUKET: More than 200 employers and business operators attended a provincial training session this week aimed at improving understanding of foreign labour laws and the legal employment of migrant workers in Phuket.
Phuket foundation awards B600k in scholarships
Phuket foundation awards B600k in scholarships
Saturday 30 May 2026 09:30 AM
PHUKET: The Phuket Child Protection Foundation has awarded more than B600,000 in scholarships to 238 vulnerable children across Phuket this year, continuing more than two decades of support for disadvantaged youth in the province.
Phuket dishes shortlisted for ‘The Lost Taste’ campaign
Phuket dishes shortlisted for ‘The Lost Taste’ campaign
Saturday 30 May 2026 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Phuket officials are moving to preserve the island’s traditional culinary heritage through a new initiative aimed at reviving disappearing local dishes under the national ‘The Lost Taste’ project.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Immigration App Launching, Phuket Catches Armed Dealer, 24-Hr Alcohol Ban || May 29
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Immigration App Launching, Phuket Catches Armed Dealer, 24-Hr Alcohol Ban || May 29
Friday 29 May 2026 05:10 PM
PHUKET XTRA - May 29 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket signs equality pact ahead of Pride 2026
Phuket signs equality pact ahead of Pride 2026
Friday 29 May 2026 01:14 PM
PHUKET: Phuket officials have signed a national memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing gender equality and promoting the island as an ‘Inclusive City’, while also inviting residents and tourists to join the upcoming Phuket Pride Festival 2026 in Patong next month.
Fire on power pole sparks fears for parked cars
Fire on power pole sparks fears for parked cars
Friday 29 May 2026 10:40 AM
PHUKET: A fire broke out on an electric pole on Srisoonthorn Rd in Thalang last night (May 28), raising fears that the blaze could spread to cars parked beneath the power lines.
Foreigners caught smuggling 38 smartphones
Foreigners caught smuggling 38 smartphones
Friday 29 May 2026 10:17 AM
PHUKET: Phuket Airport Customs officers have arrested three foreign nationals accused of attempting to smuggle 38 untaxed smartphones into Thailand through Phuket International Airport.
Alcohol ban for Visakha Bucha holiday
Alcohol ban for Visakha Bucha holiday
Friday 29 May 2026 09:39 AM
PHUKET: Phuket residents and visitors are being reminded that alcohol sales will be banned islandwide during the Visakha Bucha holiday this weekend, with exemptions only for legally registered service establishments, hotels and approved venues.
Armed drug dealer arrested at Phuket Check Point
Armed drug dealer arrested at Phuket Check Point
Friday 29 May 2026 08:32 AM
PHUKET: An alleged drug dealer was arrested at the Tha Chatchai checkpoint after police found methamphetamine pills (ya bah) hidden in his underwear along with crystal meth and an unregistered handgun late Wednesday night (May 27).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Kathu Knife Attacks as 1 Suspect At-Large, Phuket Tourism Numbers Face First Drop || May 28
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Kathu Knife Attacks as 1 Suspect At-Large, Phuket Tourism Numbers Face First Drop || May 28
Thursday 28 May 2026 05:39 PM
PHUKET XTRA - May 28 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Police hunt suspect after Kathu man stabbed
Police hunt suspect after Kathu man stabbed
Thursday 28 May 2026 12:51 PM
PHUKET: A 29-year-old man was stabbed in Kathu early yesterday morning (May 27) after a dispute reportedly involving a woman escalated into two violent confrontations stretching from Kathu to Patong.
Phuket tour company charged after illegal Chinese guide arrest
Phuket tour company charged after illegal Chinese guide arrest
Thursday 28 May 2026 12:47 PM
PHUKET: A Phuket-registered tour company is facing legal action after authorities arrested an illegal Chinese tour guide while leading tourists around the island, according to a report issued by the national Department of Tourism.
Myanmar man found hanged in Rawai
Myanmar man found hanged in Rawai
Thursday 28 May 2026 10:30 AM
PHUKET: A Myanmar national was found dead after an apparent suicide at a workers’ camp in Rawai yesterday afternoon (May 27), marking the second case involving a Myanmar worker found hanged within the Chalong Police precinct this week.
Rawai villa burglar arrested in Karon
Rawai villa burglar arrested in Karon
Thursday 28 May 2026 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Police have arrested a burglar for breaking into a luxury villa in Rawai and stealing cash and jewellery from a foreign tourist before fleeing the area.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: PHUKET PROPERTY CRACKDOWN: DSI Sends 31 Suspects to Prosecutors, Elite Visa Overhaul? || May 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: PHUKET PROPERTY CRACKDOWN: DSI Sends 31 Suspects to Prosecutors, Elite Visa Overhaul? || May 27
Wednesday 27 May 2026 06:53 PM
PHUKET XTRA - May 27 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Darasamut Underpass closes overnight for upgrade works
Darasamut Underpass closes overnight for upgrade works
Wednesday 27 May 2026 03:26 PM
PHUKET: The Darasamut Underpass will be temporarily closed overnight from tonight (May 27) through Sunday (May 31) to allow for major electrical and smart traffic system upgrades, the Phuket Highways Office has announced.

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