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Russian tourist praised after helping elderly vendor at Phuket viewpoint

A kind foreign man, reportedly a Russian tourist, received praise online after stopping to help an elderly Thai vendor push a cart up a steep hill at a windmill viewpoint in Rawai, Phuket, yesterday, May 7. The incident…

Family accused of using children to steal from Patong convenience store

A foreign family allegedly stole items from a convenience store in Patong, Phuket, on May 6, and challenging staff to pursue legal action. The incident occurred at around 8pm, with video later posted by the Phuket Times…

British man accused of knife rampage damaging motorcycles in Phuket

A British man reportedly went on a rampage in Phuket, damaging motorcycles and a food shop sign with a knife, yesterday, May 6. Images and footage of the incident were shared by the Phuket Times Facebook page with a…

Kathu power substation opens to expand Phuket electricity capacity

The Kathu Substation was officially opened yesterday (May 6) by Mongkol Treekitjanon, Governor of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), joined by Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn and Phuket Provincial…

Tourist shown vandalizing parked motorcycles in Phuket's Chalong area

PHUKET — 6 May 2026, A foreign tourist was shown vandalised parked motorcycles and behaving erratically in a residential area of Phuket, according to local media reports and widely shared social media footage. The…

Phuket MP reports shooting threat tied to Freedom Beach encroachment dispute

Phuket MP reports shooting threat tied to Freedom Beach encroachment dispute — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.

Phuket backs women’s fund drive to strengthen grassroots economy

The push was confirmed at the meeting of the Provincial Subcommittee for the Management of the Women’s Empowerment Fund, held at Phuket Provincial Hall this week.

Phuket picks 3 top OTOP products for national competition

The move was confirmed during the 2/2026 meeting of the Provincial Knowledge-Based OTOP (KBO) Network Committee, chaired by Vice Governor Teeraphong Chuaychoo at Phuket Provincial Hall earlier this week.

Phuket White Collar Boxing, Bangkok events lead Guru's picks for May 1-7

Adding to the diversity of sporting events, the Angsana Convention and Exhibition Space at Angsana Laguna Phuket will host the 'Phuket White Collar Boxing' event on May 9. The event offers individuals with little or no…

Thai foreign minister criticizes US over war fallout and lack of support

Thai foreign minister criticizes US over war fallout and lack of support — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.

Thai travel agents oppose proposed B1,000 departure tax

ATTA Vice President Chotechuang Soorangura said the goal to raise more revenue was understandable, but the principle behind the scheme was unacceptable, reports the