Trailer truck wheel strikes motorbike rider at Phuket intersection
A woman was seriously injured after a wheel came off a trailer truck and hit her while she was waiting at a red light in Koh Kaew.
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US warns firms servicing Iranian airlines as Mahan Air routes include Phuket
Washington has warned airports and other companies supporting Iranian airlines that they could lose access to the dollar system from 23 September 2026, potentially affecting Mahan Air services to Phuket.
Phuket tourism forum hears calls to address growth pressures
More than 300 participants discussed traffic, waste, infrastructure, environmental pressures and the cost of living at a House Committee on Tourism forum in Phuket.
UPDATE: Thailand urges support for Phuket performer Nene Royal ahead of AGT 2026 finale
Thailand has urged support for Phuket performer Rattikant “Nene Royal” Amloy ahead of the America’s Got Talent 2026 finale, where 10 performances will compete for US$1 million.
UPDATE: Phuket MP arranges DSI statement in Phuket nominee probe
Phuket MP Somchat Techathaworncharoen has arranged to give a statement to the DSI on 28 September 2026 after several postponements in a probe into alleged nominee property holdings; an arrest warrant is possible if he fails to appear.
Mister International 2026 contestants complete five-day Phuket programme
More than 50 Mister International 2026 contestants took part in competitions and tourism activities across Phuket from 16 to 20 September.
Phuket venue inspection finds all 58 drug tests negative
Provincial and district officials inspected an entertainment venue in Mueang Phuket District early on 20 September and reported no weapons or related violations.
Phuket restaurants urged to track switched-off menu items, not just Grab commission
Delivery Booster founder Aleksei Mazur says Phuket restaurants may be losing about 6% of delivery revenue through menu items left unavailable on Grab, while advertising returns weaken beyond 6% of revenue.
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 district inspects hotels operating without licences
Authorities in Phuket’s Muang district inspected hotels operating without proper licences and began enforcement action against several properties.
Sirinat National Park visitor numbers fall 10%
Figures presented to the Sirinat National Park Advisory Committee showed a 10% fall in visitor numbers as officials reviewed park management and tourism services.