KIS Phuket community rallies behind Nene Royal in America’s Got Talent final
Students, teachers and staff at KIS Phuket gathered on 23 September to watch and support Phuket artist and student Nene Royal in the America’s Got Talent final.
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Patong hotel turns returning guest’s towel request into animal display
Housekeeping staff at Patong Bay Residence created a bed filled with towel animals after a returning guest left a request at the hotel.
UPDATE: Phuket orders suspension of Chabad House Patong building use and demolition of unauthorised additions
Patong Municipality has ordered use of the Chabad House Patong building suspended and unauthorised additions demolished; the owner has 30 days to appeal, while no final overall finding on the wider review has been reported.
Myanmar worker killed in billhook attack at Thalang camp
A 41-year-old Myanmar worker was killed at a worker camp in Srisoonthorn after a dispute over noise, according to Thalang Police.
Sea turtle rescued after strong waves wash it ashore at Phuket’s Kamala Beach
Kamala Beach lifeguards rescued a sea turtle after rough seas and strong currents swept it ashore on 18 September.
Thai Marine Phuket withdraws cases against Sondhi after apology, vows to pursue Sai Scott case
Thai Marine says it dropped criminal and civil cases against Sondhi Limthongkul after a formal apology, but will continue its defamation case against Sai Samut.
Karon cannabis dispensary faces licence revocation after inspection
Officials inspected four cannabis shops in Karon, serving one with a licence-revocation notice and referring another for allegedly breaching permit conditions.
UPDATE: Meena Kondo remanded in Melbourne on two alleged drug charges
Meena Kondo remains in custody after her Melbourne case over alleged heroin in 12 tote bags was adjourned to 12 October; she faces two drug offences.
Navera Phuket resort near Surin Beach set to open in Q4 2026
The 48-suite-and-villa Navera Phuket - MGallery Collection is planned to open near Surin Beach on Phuket’s west coast in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Phuket MP postpones DSI witness interview for third time in nominee case
People’s Party MP Somchat Techathaworncharoen has again postponed a DSI interview concerning alleged foreign nominee property holdings in Phuket, citing parliamentary and provincial duties.
Jungceylon to host Phuket Experience Days 2026 in Patong
The three-day event will offer discounted adventure, travel and wellness packages, live music, a cabaret show and social media giveaways.