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Phuket approves 2026 Road Safety Fund plan to cut traffic accidents

The funding allocation was confirmed during a meeting of the provincial sub-committee tasked with reviewing applications for the Road Safety Fund, held at Phuket Provincial Hall this week.

Phuket blood drive expands across May as Rh-negative shortage persists

The PRBC has reiterated a persistent shortage of Rh-negative blood, citing increased demand linked to tourist-related accidents and medical emergencies.

Police investigate fire in restroom at PPAO Hospital in Phuket Town

Officers from Phuket City Police Station were notified of the incident at 9:30pm after a report was received through the station’s radio centre. The fire was located in the men’s restroom on the third floor of the…

Phuket picks 3 top OTOP products for national competition

The move was confirmed during the 2/2026 meeting of the Provincial Knowledge-Based OTOP (KBO) Network Committee, chaired by Vice Governor Teeraphong Chuaychoo at Phuket Provincial Hall earlier this week.

Phuket launches cultural capital drive with free Saphan Hin showcase

Officials unveiled the project, ‘Exploring Phuket’s Art and Traditions for Creative Tourism’, during a press conference at Blue Elephant Phuket this week, outlining plans to transform cultural assets into a key driver…

Hot days, afternoon storms and strong winds forecast across Thailand

Hot days, afternoon storms and strong winds forecast across Thailand — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.

Phuket White Collar Boxing, Bangkok events lead Guru's picks for May 1-7

Adding to the diversity of sporting events, the Angsana Convention and Exhibition Space at Angsana Laguna Phuket will host the 'Phuket White Collar Boxing' event on May 9. The event offers individuals with little or no…

Phuket steps up Bang Tao Beach enforcement, reclaims more than 5 rai

Phuket steps up Bang Tao Beach enforcement, reclaims more than 5 rai — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.

Phuket officials tighten safety checks on Bangla Road in Patong

Phuket – Authorities in Phuket launched a coordinated operation in Patong to strengthen public safety and reinforce the island’s reputation as a world-class tourism destination. Led by Deputy Governor Adul Chuthong, the…

Authorities warn Arab family after begging report in Patong

Phuket – Local authorities in Phuket conducted a late-night inspection in Patong following reports of foreign nationals using young children to solicit money from tourists. The Phuket Provincial Social Development and…

Video shows intoxicated man fall while striking roadside hedgerow in Patong

Drunk foreign falls over while attacking hedgerow 🥴🍺 Video captured a heavily intoxicated foreign man punching and kicking a bush - only to be KOed by the hedgerow on the roadside. The footage showed the individual…