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Phuket Vegetarian Festival draws 650,000 visitors and B5.7bn annually, report says

Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival attracts about 650,000 visitors each year and generates more than B5.7 billion in economic activity, according to a report highlighting its cultural and tourism impact.

Sansiri and SCB to support Phuket Vegetarian Festival for 14th year

Sansiri and Siam Commercial Bank will support Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival for a 14th consecutive year, including volunteer work at six shrines ahead of the 10–18 October event.

UPDATE: Two US Navy ships arrive in Phuket with 5,109 personnel for six-day visit

Two US Navy ships carrying 5,109 personnel have arrived in Phuket for a 4–9 October visit, with security and transport measures centred on Phuket Deep Sea Port.

Phuket Vegetarian Festival set for 10-18 October as firms renew support

Sansiri and Siam Commercial Bank will support Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival for a 14th consecutive year, including clean-ups at six shrines and community projects.

BlueQuest and Phuket hotels train network to respond to rare marine animal strandings

A Phuket workshop brought together authorities, hotels, communities and conservation groups to practise responding to stranded marine animals and using the BlueQuest app to report incidents.

Nene Royal returns to Phuket after reported America’s Got Talent 2026 win

Fans and officials welcomed Nene Royal at Phuket International Airport after her reported America’s Got Talent 2026 victory.

Phuket plans parade for America’s Got Talent Season 21 champion Nene

Phuket authorities are coordinating a parade for 16-year-old AGT champion Nene, with officials highlighting potential benefits for youth, tourism and Thai soft power.

American fan helped Nene Royal from Phuket market to AGT win

Sean supported Nene Royal’s America’s Got Talent application after discovering the young musician performing at Phuket’s Naka Weekend Market.

Phuket statement rejects reports of governor ouster bid

A Phuket provincial statement said social media reports of a planned effort to remove Governor Chotinrin had no basis and denied political links to his appointment or tenure.

Phuket statement rejects reports of moves to oust governor

A Phuket public-relations statement says there is no basis for reports that residents are preparing to remove Governor Chotinrin, as an MP questions the province’s handling of nominee businesses.

Lifeguards warn of Portuguese man-of-war at Phuket beaches

Swimmers at Patong, Nai Thon and Surin beaches have been urged to take extra care as rough seas could bring Portuguese man-of-war closer to shore.