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Phuket screens 2,000 foreign workers, finds 39 violations in island-wide crackdown

Phuket authorities screened more than 2,000 people on the first day of an island-wide labor and immigration crackdown, recording 39 violations and expanding raids to markets, beaches and construction sites.

Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Patong Beach Resort launches all-inclusive package with beach club access

Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort has introduced an all-inclusive package that combines beachfront accommodation, dining and beach club access in one stay.

Drunk British driver incident raises road safety concerns in Phuket

Thai media reports say a drunk driving incident involving a British woman in Phuket has raised road safety concerns, with the source also alleging a related incident at Phuket International Airport.

Phuket community mourns death of Carole Anne Dux as family announces July 8 requiem mass

Carole Anne Dux has died, her family announced, with a requiem mass to be held at St Joseph’s Church in Cherng Talay at 1pm on July 8.

Kamala OrBorTor apologises after national anthem broadcast disrupts residents

Kamala OrBorTor has apologised after an early-morning national anthem broadcast disturbed residents, saying the problem was traced to contractor adjustments to the public address system.

Patong Municipality Says Black Seawater Was Caused by Non-Toxic Plankton Bloom

Patong officials said black seawater seen at Patong Beach was caused by a non-toxic plankton bloom, while warning against swimming during the discoloration period because of possible skin irritation.

British driver arrested after alleged drink-driving crash at Chalong Circle

A British driver was arrested after allegedly crashing into barriers at Chalong Circle in Phuket, with police saying a breath test showed a blood alcohol level of 0.184% BAC.

UPDATE: Thailand sets mid-July start for Phuket beach encroachment demolitions

Thailand said demolition of illegal structures at Phuket's Nui Beach will begin in mid-July after formal orders covering 39 structures, while Freedom Beach demolitions are expected in August after appeals.

Karon Municipality files complaints against illegal beach vendors

Karon Municipality says it has begun legal action against unlicensed beach vendors after inspections found 45 businesses at Kata Beach and 42 along Karon Beach operating without permission.

Phuket Governor Nirat appears in Bangkok after Cabinet-approved transfer

Phuket Governor Nirat made his first official appearance in Bangkok after the Cabinet approved his transfer, but provincial officials said he remains governor until the move is published in the Royal Gazette.

Phuket City Pride 2026 to bring parade and concerts to Old Town

Phuket City Pride 2026 will bring a parade of more than 20 floats, concerts and community events to Phuket Old Town on Saturday, with festivities running from 5pm until around midnight.