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.
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Phuket Ganesha Chaturthi festival draws tens of thousands
Phuket’s second Ganesha Chaturthi festival runs from 14 to 18 September, featuring an Old Town procession and a closing immersion ceremony at Rawai Beach.
Phuket hosts regional workshop on stronger witness protection
More than 200 participants joined a Phuket workshop on witness protection, with delegations from five countries discussing cooperation and common standards for cross-border cases.
Chabad Patong rejects claims Jewish New Year event was a baptism ritual
A Chabad Patong representative said a gathering in Patong was a traditional Jewish New Year observance and denied claims of a baptism ritual or hidden business activity.
Thai agencies probe tour-package network linked to Phuket Jewish New Year event
Thai agencies are examining a reported tour-package arrangement involving flights, hotels and transport for an event in Patong, as authorities prepare for protests and review security arrangements.
Chabad Patong rejects claims over Jewish New Year ceremony
Chabad Patong has rejected reports and controversy surrounding a Jewish New Year activity, saying it was a religious ceremony conducted according to Jewish principles.
UPDATE: Nene completes farewell show in Phuket before AGT final
Nene, the 16-year-old Phuket performer who received a Golden Buzzer on AGT, has completed her last scheduled Phuket concert with OZONE before travelling to Los Angeles for the Grand Finale.
Phuket MP calls for preparations ahead of Patong Rosh Hashanah event
Phuket MP Chalermphong Saengdee has urged authorities to prepare for a Jewish New Year event in Patong expected to attract more than 2,000 people from 11 to 13 September.
Phuket to host second Ganesh Chaturthi Festival from 14 to 18 September
The five-day festival will feature religious ceremonies, cultural performances and processions in Phuket Old Town before concluding with an immersion ceremony at Rawai Beach.
Ban Pasak field considered for Phuket’s 2027 Heroines Festival
Phuket officials are assessing a former EDC music festival site in Cherng Talay as a possible venue while redevelopment work is planned at Thalang Victory Field.
Four more Ramayana sculptures planned for Koh Racha Yai underwater site
Four sculptures depicting the Ramayana’s “Attack on Lanka” episode are expected to be installed in Siam Bay in November and December.