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Phuket steps up World Anti-Drug Day campaign ahead of June 26

Phuket officials have outlined provincial activities for World Anti-Drug Day on June 26, while district authorities in Thalang and Mueang reported all local leaders tested negative in surprise drug screenings.

Phuket governor launches health screenings for residents near Saphan Hin landfill

Phuket has started health screenings for more than 200 at-risk residents living near the Saphan Hin landfill after last month’s fire and ongoing environmental concerns.

Phuket municipalities step up flood prevention works as heavier monsoon rain hits island

Phuket municipalities are ramping up canal dredging, drainage upgrades and flood monitoring after heavier-than-normal monsoon rain since mid-May caused waterlogging in urban areas and along major roads.

Phuket landslide death toll reaches 13 as questions emerge over construction on Nak Kerd hill

A landslide in Karon, Phuket, killed 13 people after heavy rain, while aerial images shared online prompted calls to investigate construction and a parking area on Nak Kerd hill.

Phuket minivan driver arrested after tourist alleges sexual assault

A 42-year-old minivan driver was arrested in Phuket after a 20-year-old Ukrainian tourist alleged he sexually assaulted her after offering help when she got lost.

Some airlines keep Phuket capacity as Middle East-Thailand seats drop sharply

Middle East-Thailand air seat capacity fell 33.7% in May, but some airlines maintained Phuket services, which TAT says reflects continued demand from long-stay and luxury travellers.

Tourism operators support return to 30-day visa-free stays as Phuket tracks market shifts

Tourism operators have supported Thailand’s return to 30-day visa-free stays, with Phuket figures saying the change should have limited impact overall despite softer arrivals from some markets.

Thailand DSI sends full Villa Andaman nominee property case to prosecutors

Thailand’s Department of Special Investigation said it has sent the full Villa Andaman case, including all 31 suspects, to prosecutors in a nominee property probe involving Phuket and Surat Thani.

Indian Man Arrested on Koh Phangan for Visa Overstay, Drug Offenses After Firearms Videos Surface

Police on Koh Phangan arrested a 33-year-old Indian man on visa overstay and drug charges after online videos showed him firing firearms, authorities said.

Senate panel backs Phuket autonomy proposal in Phuket Xtra roundup

A Phuket Xtra roundup published on May 25 said a Senate panel had backed the Phuket Metropolis proposal and that Phuket Town’s Prison Park was nearing completion.

Australian tourist detained after alleged indecent exposure on Bangla Road in Phuket

An Australian tourist was detained by Tourist Police on Bangla Road in Phuket after allegedly exposing himself in front of revellers and residents.