Myanmar Worker Arrested in Phuket Murder Case After 10-Day Manhunt
A Myanmar worker accused of fatally stabbing a fellow worker in Phuket was arrested in Phatthalung after more than 10 days on the run, police said.
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Laguna Phuket Marathon 2026 draws 7,000 runners and raises funds for 400 children
Laguna Phuket Marathon 2026 brought more than 7,000 runners to Phuket for its 20th anniversary event and raised over 40,000 baht to support more than 400 underprivileged children on the island.
Phuket MP alleges Bang Tao Beach encroachment network still defies authorities
A Phuket opposition MP says an influential figure tied to a Bang Tao Beach land case is still active, suing media and residents and restricting access despite a recent visit by the prime minister.
South African woman arrested at Phuket airport with 16kg of heroin hidden in pet food bags
Police in Phuket said a 32-year-old South African woman, identified as Buhle Jali, was arrested at the airport on June 11 after about 16kg of heroin was allegedly found hidden in pet food bags inside her suitcase.
Phuket sets July 2026 Health Expo as part of push to become regional wellness hub
Phuket will host Phuket Health Expo 2026 on July 1-5 as officials and business leaders push to develop the island into a regional medical and wellness tourism hub.
Three smugglers caught at Phuket airport, including woman with 16kg of heroin
Customs officials at Phuket airport arrested a South African woman allegedly carrying 16 kilogrammes of heroin to Uganda and two Uzbek nationals found with 35 used mobile phones.
Phuket officials step up campaign to prevent teenage pregnancy
Phuket officials have reviewed teenage pregnancy data and agreed to strengthen prevention measures, youth support and public awareness campaigns for 2026.
Officials study options to widen main road into Phuket
Phuket officials are studying whether to widen a 2.27-kilometre section of Route 402 near the island’s northern gateway, with design options and environmental assessments now under way.
Phuket launches City Lab transport trials with electric school buses and smart bus stop
Phuket has launched City Lab Phuket, a transport innovation programme testing electric school bus services and a smart bus stop prototype as part of efforts to reduce congestion and improve urban mobility.
Phuket reviews development projects as Mai Khao OrBorTor receives provincial honour
Phuket officials used a June 10 provincial meeting to honour Mai Khao OrBorTor, recognise Sri Sunthorn Municipality and review infrastructure, waste management and sustainable urban development projects.
Phuket stray dog shelter says B5mn budget falls short as population stays above 1,000
Phuket’s stray dog shelter says a proposed B5 million annual budget is not enough to care for more than 1,000 dogs, as new arrivals, food costs and infrastructure strain continue to pressure the facility.