Phuket lobster festival targets B200 million economic boost
The 11th Phuket Lobster Festival will run from 1-31 August, with organisers expecting more than 30,000 participants and at least B200 million in economic activity.
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UPDATE: Woman faces murder charge after 74-year-old mother-in-law killed in Chalong home
A 36-year-old woman reportedly faces a murder charge after her 74-year-old mother-in-law was killed at a house in Chalong, Phuket, on 1 August 2026; police detained her at the scene.
Phuket governor sets Aug 20 deadline for underpass repairs
Repairs to Phuket’s five highway underpasses must be completed by Aug 20, while road safety and security measures are being strengthened across the island.
Chalong police arrest Myanmar woman over alleged grocery store work-permit violation
Police in Chalong arrested a Myanmar woman accused of selling goods and handling payments at a grocery store despite holding a work permit limited to labouring duties.
Russian organised crime suspect arrested in Chalong on extradition warrant
Thailand’s Immigration Bureau arrested a Russian national in Chalong, Phuket, on July 25 after Russian authorities sought his extradition, according to Phuket Immigration.
Phuket underpass closures extended through July 31 as contractor faces B9.8m in penalties
Nightly closures at Phuket’s Bang Khu, Samkong, Darasamut and Chalong underpasses will continue through July 31 as a delayed Smart City traffic project proceeds. The contractor has already incurred B8. 3 million in penalties, which could rise to B9. 8 million.
Fire guts abandoned building in Chalong
A fire gutted the second floor of an abandoned building in Chalong after a pile of rubbish caught fire. No injuries or deaths were reported, and police seized two motorcycles found near the scene as investigators work to determine their owners and whether they are connected to the blaze.
British businessman faces deportation after Phuket tuk-tuk fare dispute
A British businessman accused of attacking a Phuket tuk-tuk driver in a 300 baht fare dispute is being held in custody pending deportation after immigration officers revoked his business visa.
Phuket revokes visa of Ghanaian man after public complaints, moves to deport him
Phuket immigration has revoked the visa of a 37-year-old Ghanaian man and placed him in custody for deportation after repeated public complaints about intoxication, harassment and disturbances.
Three arrested, B300,000 in assets seized in Chalong meth bust
Police said more than 50 officers joined “Operation 1386: Combating Drugs” in Chalong, where three suspects were arrested and methamphetamine and assets worth more than 300,000 baht were seized.
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.