Phuket underpass lighting works completed after delay, penalty reaches B12.6 million
Lighting improvements at all five Phuket underpass locations were completed on 28 August, with the contractor facing B12.6 million in late-completion penalties.
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Courtyard by Marriott Patong promotes nine dining venues near the beach
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort is highlighting nine restaurants, bars and poolside venues close to Patong Beach.
Phuket Marriott Merlin Beach launches two dining venues and family Splash Zone
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach has added Italian and Japanese restaurants plus a new interactive pool area for children.
UPDATE: Sea turtle weighing over 50kg rescued from Patong Beach
A sea turtle weighing more than 50kg was found weak on Patong Beach and assisted by lifeguards before arrangements were made for its examination and care at a marine rescue centre.
Sea turtle weighing more than 50kg found stranded on Patong Beach
A large sea turtle was found stranded and appearing exhausted on Phuket’s Patong Beach at about 6am on 3 September.
Le Méridien Phuket Mai Khao sets out 2026–27 festive programme and long-stay offer
The Mai Khao resort is promoting family activities, seasonal dining and added benefits for longer stays through 30 April 2027.
Armed men evacuate Pattani shopping centre before three bombs explode
Three bombs detonated at a Global House shopping centre in Pattani after armed men forced customers and staff to leave. No civilian casualties were reported.
UPDATE: Phuket delivery rider dies after motorcycle falls into uncovered drain in Wichit
A 19-year-old food-delivery rider died after his motorcycle fell into an uncovered roadside drain in Wichit. Police are summoning the contractor responsible for the drainage works, while reports differ over the rider’s first-name spelling.
Jordanian tourist and barber shop employee clash over extra charge in Patong
A dispute over additional hair-service charges became physical in Patong on 31 August before the tourist agreed to compensate the employee for damaged glasses.
UPDATE: Phuket welcomes America’s Got Talent finalist Nene Royal ahead of 22 September finale
Sixteen-year-old Phuket singer and guitarist Nene Royal was welcomed home after receiving a Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent; the Season 21 finale is scheduled for 22 September.
Veteran Phuket journalist Yongyos Pruksarak dies
Yongyos Pruksarak, known as “Ko Ha” and founder of the Phuket Post, has died, according to The Phuket Express.