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Search continues for missing swimmer off Phuket's Naithon Beach

» PHUKET: A search was under way off Naithon Beach for a man who went missing after being swept out to sea amid strong winds. The missing man, believed to be a Thai national aged about 20, was last seen around 6.30pm on…

Phuket seaplane service plans September launch across Andaman region

» Thailand's first commercial seaplane operator plans to launch flights connecting Phuket with destinations across the Andaman region by September, targeting high-end tourists seeking faster access to resort islands and…

Senate panel presses Phuket marine upgrades to support cruise hub plans

The committee held a meeting at Phuket International Airport led by First Vice Chairman Mr Thatchayanat Jiarathanatkanon, joined by Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong and representatives from Phuket Airport, the Phuket…

Missing police officer found dead on Naithon Beach in Phuket

PHUKET - The body of a missing police officer was found on Naithon beach early Sunday morning, after he ignored a swimming ban and drowned on Friday.

Train driver tests positive after deadly Bangkok rail crossing crash

Bangkok, Thailand Thai authorities have confirmed that the driver of a freight train involved in a catastrophic collision with a public bus on May 16th, 2026, tested positive for illegal substances, with urine…

Video of foreigner dancing on Phuket road median raises safety concerns

PHUKET — A video showing a foreign man dancing on a road median at a busy intersection in Phuket has sparked criticism and concern among social media users over road safety. The clip, shared on Facebook on 17 May by…

Guangzhou chamber names Dr. Songrit of Phuket as overseas adviser

Guangzhou chamber names Dr. Songrit of Phuket as overseas adviser — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.

Phuket launches 2026 Family Vaccine project to strengthen family support

The event, held at Wichit Municipality, was organised by the Phuket Provincial Social Development and Human Security Office in cooperation with Wichit Municipality under the ‘Family Vaccine’ project for the 2026 fiscal…

Search continues after swimmer swept out to sea off Naithon Beach

» PHUKET - A search was under way off Naithon Beach for a man who went missing after being swept out to sea amid strong winds on Saturday, following two timely rescues earlier in the same area.

Barefoot British tourist seen fighting Russian man on Phuket road

Bare-footed British tourist fights burly Russian 🥊 Footage showing a physical altercation in the middle of the road in Phuket, Thailand, was captured by a shocked passerby. The video shows a young British man with bare…

Club Med Phuket promotes all-inclusive resort stay with dining and activities

Club Med Phuket promotes all-inclusive resort stay with dining and activities — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.