Phuket expressway’s Kathu-Patong phase targeted for Q3 2027 tender
Thailand’s Expressway Authority expects Cabinet approval for the B16.757 billion first phase in December 2026, with construction planned to start in October 2027.
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Jungceylon to host Phuket Experience Days 2026 in Patong
The three-day event will offer discounted adventure, travel and wellness packages, live music, a cabaret show and social media giveaways.
UPDATE: Thailand expands checks on four bodies at Chachoengsao Jewish cemetery
Thai authorities are checking the identities and causes of death of four bodies at a Chachoengsao Jewish cemetery under a two-day deadline, while reviewing licensing, a proposed move to Bangkok and alleged business links.
Thai FDA warns Phuket consumers after B52 million unregistered peptide seizure
Thai authorities seized unregistered peptide injections and equipment worth more than B52 million in Nonthaburi after a parent raised concerns about an online seller.
UPDATE: Patong Chabad clarifies Rosh Hashanah dinner cancellation after protest
A later report says the wider Rosh Hashanah celebration continued after the 11 September protest, clarifying that the entire event was not cancelled.
Patong police arrest two and seize 280 meth tablets
Police arrested a 19-year-old woman and a 47-year-old man during a raid on a rental room in Patong, seizing methamphetamine and alleged drug-distribution equipment.
Patong restaurant owner reports B700 in takings as Israeli customers decline
A Patong restaurant owner said her takings fell to B700 on 10 September as police prepared security measures for a Jewish New Year event.
UPDATE: Chabad Patong Rosh Hashanah event reportedly cancelled after Patong protest
Authorities monitored a peaceful protest near Chabad Patong on 11 September 2026; The Phuket Express reported about 400 protesters, while Nation, citing The Times of Israel, reported more than 500. Reports said the planned Rosh Hashanah celebration was cancelled after Israeli security concerns.
Around 300 protest Chabad House Patong Rosh Hashanah event in Phuket
About 300 Buddhist and Muslim residents gathered in Patong to oppose a Chabad House religious event, which authorities approved with attendance capped at 800.
Sondhi leads Bangkok protest as campaign raises Phuket Chabad concerns
Sondhi Limthongkul led a protest outside the Israeli embassy in Bangkok on 10 September, calling for scrutiny of land holdings and Chabad centres amid Phuket-related concerns.
Phuket governor responds to removal calls as Patong taxi knife incident reported
A Phuket News video report said the Phuket governor had responded to calls for his removal and reported that a Patong taxi driver pulled a knife on an app-based cab driver.