DMCR checks progress of Racha Yai underwater sculpture reef
The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources is reviewing the engineering and environmental suitability of new sculptures planned for an artificial reef off Racha Yai.
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Phuket hosts regional workshop on stronger witness protection
More than 200 participants joined a Phuket workshop on witness protection, with delegations from five countries discussing cooperation and common standards for cross-border cases.
TransNusa begins direct Bali-Phuket service with full inaugural flight
TransNusa’s first Bali-Phuket flight arrived with 174 passengers on 9 September, with daily service scheduled to begin on 3 October.
American wanted in Texas arrested by Phuket Immigration police
A 48-year-old American wanted in Texas over an alleged family assault has been arrested in Talad Nuea, Phuket.
Phuket Immigration detains US national wanted under Interpol Red Notice
Phuket Immigration detained a US national known as Brad after finding him in Mueang Phuket district and revoked his permission to remain in Thailand.
Phuket airport rules out Sept 17 rollout of automated passport gates
Phuket Airport Immigration says the ABC arrival system will not expand to 33 countries on Sept 17 because installation and required approvals remain incomplete.
Phuket statement rejects reports of moves to oust governor
A Phuket public-relations statement says there is no basis for reports that residents are preparing to remove Governor Chotinrin, as an MP questions the province’s handling of nominee businesses.
Phuket second waste incinerator project passes 50% completion
Phuket’s second waste incinerator is now more than halfway built and is expected to be completed in June 2027, with capacity to process about 500 tonnes of waste daily.
Tourist refuses B40 Phuket ride fare after trip, video shows
A foreign tourist allegedly refused to pay a motorcycle rider after a B40 ride in Phuket, according to a Facebook post sharing a video of the dispute.
UPDATE: Nene completes farewell show in Phuket before AGT final
Nene, the 16-year-old Phuket performer who received a Golden Buzzer on AGT, has completed her last scheduled Phuket concert with OZONE before travelling to Los Angeles for the Grand Finale.
PDPC opens PDPA Centre at Phuket City police station
A new PDPA Centre at Phuket City police station will provide advice on personal-data rights, complaint procedures and data-protection risks.