More than 2,000 spirit mediums join Phuket Vegetarian Festival procession
More than 2,000 spirit mediums took part in the Jui Tui deity procession through Phuket Town on 16 October, as crowds gathered for the annual festival.
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Phuket census records 507,657 usual residents, below governor’s estimate
The National Statistical Office’s 2025 census figure is far below Phuket Governor Chotinrin Kerdsom’s estimate of more than 1.25 million residents.
Phuket officials assess aid for 669 Khok Tanod households amid eviction dispute
Officials are examining housing, welfare and legal assistance for about 3,000 Khok Tanod residents as a land dispute continues through the courts.
UPDATE: Phuket teen Nene Royal meets King and Queen after America’s Got Talent win
Phuket Governor Chotinarin Koedsom led Rattikan Amloy, known as Nene Royal, and her family to an audience with Their Majesties the King and Queen in Bangkok, where the King congratulated her after her America’s Got Talent 2026 victory.
Phuket to hold ceremonies honouring King Bhumibol on Navamindra Maharaj Day
Phuket will hold Buddhist and wreath-laying ceremonies at Phuket Provincial Hall on 13 October to honour the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great.
Phuket event showcases Thai-Malay culture in Thalang
The fourth Colors of Andaman event is being held at Robinson Lifestyle Thalang from September 30 to October 4.
Phuket welcomes America’s Got Talent winner Nene Royal
Phuket held an official ceremony, parade and public performance on 27 September to celebrate America’s Got Talent champion Rattikarn “Nene Royal” Amloy.
Ao Kung marina dispute returns to Phuket review
A Senate committee and the National Human Rights Commission reviewed disputed plans for an Ao Kung marina and bay dredging project, with no final decision announced.
Phuket promotes debt relief for small borrowers
Eligible borrowers with non-performing loans of up to B100,000 may qualify for principal reductions of up to 50% under a scheme being publicised by Phuket officials.
Phuket plans Pride Month 2027 as annual June event
A 33-member working group is preparing Phuket’s Pride Month 2027 programme, while eligible organisations can apply for Gender Equality Promotion Fund support by 31 January.
Phuket plans homecoming reception for America’s Got Talent winner Nene Royal
Phuket authorities are coordinating a reception for 16-year-old musician Nene Royal after she became the first Thai contestant to win America’s Got Talent.