Police arrest passenger at Phuket checkpoint with 1,026g of crystal meth and 400 ecstasy pills
Police say a search of a passenger’s backpack at a Phuket checkpoint found more than 1kg of crystal meth and 400 MDMA pills.
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People’s Party questions DSI inquiry into Phuket MP
The opposition People’s Party questioned the disclosure of Phuket MP Somchat Techathaworncharoen’s name before any formal charges were filed.
UPDATE: Pua floods cut three highway sections as coastal wave watch expands to seven provinces
More than 110mm of overnight rain flooded homes in Pua, Nan, and cut three highway sections, while Phuket’s rough-sea warning continues through 21 August 2026 and DDPM monitors strong winds and waves in seven coastal provinces.
Phuket residents urged to check online investments after B260m weekly scam losses
Thai police recorded 6,060 online-fraud complaints nationwide from August 9-15, with women and people aged 21-30 among the most frequently victimised groups.
Phuket teenager heads to America’s Got Talent live shows
Sixteen-year-old Phuket performer Rattikan “Nene Royal” Amloy has travelled to the United States to compete in America’s Got Talent live shows on 25 August.
Four improvised guns and 22 rounds seized in Phuket’s Rassada raid
A 21-year-old Thai man was arrested after authorities seized four improvised firearms and 22 rounds of ammunition in Rassada, Phuket.
Man arrested in Patong hotel with 903 meth pills
Patong police arrested a man after finding 903 methamphetamine pills, 11.73 grams of crystal methamphetamine and B70,000 in a hotel room.
UPDATE: DSI summons Phuket MP over alleged nominee property holdings
The DSI has summoned Phuket MP Somchart Techathaworncharoen to clarify his alleged role in companies under investigation for suspected nominee arrangements; Daily News reported an allegation involving B100 million in real estate.
Phuket Weather 2026-2027: Month-by-Month Guide from September to May
Plan Phuket from September 2026 to May 2027 with monthly rain, sunshine and sea conditions, plus the latest El Niño and TMD outlook.
PROUD says Phuket branded residence earns island’s first Fitwel certification
The Residences at InterContinental Phuket Resort has received a two-star Fitwel certification, with completion expected in 2027.
Thai police committee to seek DSI briefing on Phuket MP’s alleged nominee-company links
Thailand’s House Committee on Police plans to invite the Department of Special Investigation to explain allegations involving Phuket MP Somchat Techathaworncharoen.