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Video shows child steering car on busy Phuket road, drawing online criticism

A video of a young foreign boy apparently steering a car on Chao Fa Road in Phuket while sitting on an adult’s lap has triggered public criticism and calls for an investigation.

British tourist detained after alleged violent disturbance in Phuket

A British tourist was detained in Phuket after an alleged violent disturbance at a salon and massage parlour, and was later released without charges after a financial settlement was reached.

Phuket governor delivers aid to workers displaced by Srisoonthorn camp fire

Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn delivered aid to victims of the Srisoonthorn workers’ camp fire at Wat Cherng Talay, while officials reported that shelter occupancy had fallen to 90 as relocations continued.

Three arrested in Wichit raids over alleged illegal entertainment venues employing minors

Phuket police arrested three suspects after raiding two restaurants in Wichit that were allegedly operating as illegal entertainment venues and employing minors under 18.

Four injured after crane truck hits Phuket tour bus

Four people were injured after a crane truck collided with an EV tour bus in Talat Yai, Phuket, sending a metal frame onto a passing motorcycle, police said.

Phuket targets crash blackspots under ‘Safe & Seamless’ road safety plan

Phuket officials are targeting accident blackspots under the province’s “Safe & Seamless Phuket” plan, with upgraded U-turns on Thepkrasattri Rd reported to have recorded no fatalities in four months after completion.

Russian woman arrested in Phuket villa raid over alleged illegal cosmetic clinic

A 45-year-old Russian woman was arrested in Phuket after police raided a luxury villa and allegedly found her operating an unlicensed cosmetic clinic with more than 600,000 baht in seized equipment and products.

Phuket MP seeks NACC probe into election interference allegations

A Phuket MP has filed complaints seeking an anti-graft investigation into allegations that a senior official told local administrators to help a political party during the election campaign.

Thailand Privilege says it tightened member screening with five Thai security agencies

Thailand Privilege Card Co. says it has strengthened applicant screening in coordination with five Thai security agencies as it seeks to uphold safety standards in its long-term residency program.

Dangerous tourist stunt on moving vehicle in Phuket sparks backlash

Footage of tourists riding on the top frame of a moving vehicle in Phuket has sparked criticism over road safety and questions about enforcement.

Two injured in Koh Kaew house fire

A house fire in Koh Kaew injured two people on Tuesday afternoon before firefighters brought the blaze under control within about 15 minutes.