Phuket singer Nene Royal performs in America’s Got Talent final
Phuket singer Nene Royal performed The White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army” in the America’s Got Talent Season 21 finale, prompting support from fans, her school and the Thai government.
politics
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.
Former Phuket judge removed over gross misconduct
A former Phuket judge was dismissed from government service for serious disciplinary misconduct while facing a corruption case linked to disputed land dealings.
Labour Minister targets Phuket workforce needs
Labour Minister Julaphan met Phuket officials, businesses and agencies to identify workforce problems and develop labour policies aligned with the province’s changing economy.
UPDATE: Chabad House Patong begins removing unauthorised rooftop extensions
Chabad House Patong has begun removing unauthorised rooftop extensions under a Patong Municipality order, while other alterations, including the use of parking space, remain under review.
UPDATE: Missing Moroccan tourist found dead at Kata Noi Beach
A Moroccan tourist who went missing after getting into difficulty at Karon Beach on 14 September was found dead at Kata Noi Beach in Karon on 16 September, according to The Phuket News.
UPDATE: Patong Chabad clarifies Rosh Hashanah dinner cancellation after protest
A later report says the wider Rosh Hashanah celebration continued after the 11 September protest, clarifying that the entire event was not cancelled.
Around 300 protest Chabad House Patong Rosh Hashanah event in Phuket
About 300 Buddhist and Muslim residents gathered in Patong to oppose a Chabad House religious event, which authorities approved with attendance capped at 800.
UPDATE: More than 500 protesters rally outside Chabad House over Jewish New Year event in Patong
More than 500 protesters reportedly joined a Save Phuket rally against a Jewish New Year event outside Chabad House in Patong on 11 September 2026; the earlier expected turnout was about 200.
UPDATE: Rosh Hashanah celebration at Chabad Patong to proceed despite opposition
Chabad Patong says its 11 September Rosh Hashanah celebration will proceed despite opposition and security concerns raised by Phuket authorities.
Phuket inspects four shooting ranges in Patong and Kathu
Officials checked permits, building use, modifications and safety measures, but Phuket has not said whether any of the four ranges passed or faced enforcement action.