Phuket officials consider faster processing for foreign student ED visas
A proposed digital system would allow document submissions, application tracking and alerts for incomplete applications.
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Kief seized at unlicensed cannabis shop in Koh Kaew
Phuket officials found cannabis extracts and kief at an unlicensed Koh Kaew shop during inspections of cannabis businesses.
UPDATE: Thai foreign minister urges Israeli nationals to obey laws as Koh Samui zoo co-owner detained
Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has warned Israeli nationals to obey Thai laws and respect local customs after tensions in Phuket and elsewhere, while French national Kevin Dimino, co-owner of Samui Exotic Park, has been detained ahead of deportation.
Man dies after knife attack at Wichit rented room
A 33-year-old man died after being stabbed during an argument at a rented room in Wichit, Phuket, police said.
Two Bangla venues raided over illegal hookah services
Authorities seized 50 hookah sets, tobacco and related equipment valued at more than B600,000 during a raid on two venues in Phuket’s Bangla area.
Phuket opens PDPA centre to bring data protection help closer to residents
The PDPC has opened a public service centre in Phuket, offering advice on personal data rights, complaints and privacy risk prevention.
Phuket Chabad house inspection adds to Israel-Thailand tensions
A police inspection at a Chabad house in Phuket has become part of wider tensions over Israeli visitors, foreign-owned businesses and diplomatic relations.
UPDATE: Thailand approves nationwide disaster insurance scheme covering Phuket households
Thailand has approved a B15.5 billion state-funded disaster insurance scheme expected to launch in October and cover about 30 million households, including homes in Phuket.
Pearl Property Phuket says it was voted top property management company for 2026-27
Pearl Property Phuket says its owner-focused management model has earned it the number one ranking in Phuket for 2026-27.
Phuket housekeeping seminar promotes wellness-focused hotel service
A two-day seminar in Phuket urged housekeeping professionals to look beyond cleaning and focus on guest wellbeing, safety and service standards.
Phuket accelerates foreign student visa certification reforms to curb overstays
Phuket authorities are reviewing staffing, coordination and digital systems to make foreign student visa certification more efficient and reduce overstay cases.