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Phuket tourism revenue reached B545.37 billion in 2025, governor says

Phuket Governor Chotinrin said the province welcomed more than 14.12 million tourists and visitors in 2025, while outlining a five-pillar plan to manage growth and its impact on residents.

Calls for inquiry after two foreigners allegedly solicit money from tourists at Patong Beach

A complaint alleges that two foreign men repeatedly approached tourists for money at Patong Beach over several days. Authorities have not confirmed whether any law was broken.

Phuket nightlife operators expand association across island

The Phuket Entertainment Business Operators Association has expanded its membership beyond Mueang Phuket District, while authorities review entertainment zoning and inspect venues for fire safety.

Wichit police officer injured in crash with stopped pickup

Traffic officer Pol Sgt Maj Apisit Thipsrinimit was injured when his police motorcycle struck a pickup stopped for a U-turn on Thep Anusorn Rd.

Police seize meth and gun from car at Phuket checkpoint

A 31-year-old Phuket resident was arrested after officers found crystal meth, methamphetamine pills and a revolver hidden in a car door panel.

British man dies in Thailand days before wedding after hospital discharge

Kyle Campbell, 32, died in his sleep on 30 July after being treated and discharged following a motorcycle accident, according to his family.

Phuket police station pilots Thailand’s first Dolphin AI water-rescue robot

The autonomous robot, deployed at Cherng Talay Police Station, can work with CCTV and sensors to detect incidents and move towards people in danger without waiting for an officer’s command.

Two tourists detained after alleged shirt theft at Patong market

An Instagram post says two tourists were detained after an alleged shirt theft and violent confrontation at a market in Patong, Phuket.

Phuket hotel levy proposal faces tourism recovery concerns

Phuket currently charges a 1% hotel maintenance fee, while a proposal has been made to raise it to 3% amid warnings that higher costs could affect tourism.

BDMS opens Bangkok-Phuket Cancer Institute in Phuket

The new institute at Bangkok Hospital Phuket brings together cancer-care services and specialists from four hospitals for local and international patients.

UPDATE: Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi leaves 17 injured after turbulence

Air India said 13 passengers and four crew members were injured after flight AI2379 experienced a turbulence-related loss of altitude on 4 August; the aircraft landed safely in Delhi.