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UPDATE: Thailand urges support for Phuket performer Nene Royal ahead of AGT 2026 finale

Thailand has urged support for Phuket performer Rattikant “Nene Royal” Amloy ahead of the America’s Got Talent 2026 finale, where 10 performances will compete for US$1 million.

Chalong eviction lawsuits affect 669 households in disputed land case

More than 3,000 residents of Moo Baan Khok Tanod have asked Phuket authorities for legal and housing assistance as eviction lawsuits proceed.

Phuket officials inspect two entertainment venues on consecutive nights

Officials found valid licences at two Phuket Town venues. Two preliminary positive drug-screening results were reported at Plern, while all 58 people tested at Ploenchit were negative.

Smoke and burning smell reported from cracks in Phuket road

Residents have asked authorities to investigate smoke, a burning smell and intermittent popping sounds reportedly coming from cracks near Ban Lipon Intersection in Thalang.

UPDATE: Phuket MP arranges DSI statement in Phuket nominee probe

Phuket MP Somchat Techathaworncharoen has arranged to give a statement to the DSI on 28 September 2026 after several postponements in a probe into alleged nominee property holdings; an arrest warrant is possible if he fails to appear.

ORN begins construction of B290m lifestyle community in Phuket’s Thalang

Ornsirin Holding is developing The Backyard Phuket on a site of more than two rai, with completion expected in the first quarter of 2027.

Mister International 2026 contestants complete five-day Phuket programme

More than 50 Mister International 2026 contestants took part in competitions and tourism activities across Phuket from 16 to 20 September.

Phuket venue inspection finds all 58 drug tests negative

Provincial and district officials inspected an entertainment venue in Mueang Phuket District early on 20 September and reported no weapons or related violations.

Phuket set to add 13,779 homes worth B176.5bn in 2026

A survey by the Agency for Real Estate Affairs identifies Phuket as Thailand’s largest source of new residential property by value, with Thalang leading development.

Phuket restaurants urged to track switched-off menu items, not just Grab commission

Delivery Booster founder Aleksei Mazur says Phuket restaurants may be losing about 6% of delivery revenue through menu items left unavailable on Grab, while advertising returns weaken beyond 6% of revenue.

Police investigate death of Swedish man at Bang Tao hotel

A 63-year-old Swedish man died after being found with bruises and wounds at a hotel in Cherng Talay. Police have not yet determined the cause of death.