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.
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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.
Phuket records sharp rise in Israeli visitors as arrivals dip slightly
Phuket welcomed more than 8 million visitors in the first seven months of 2026, while Israeli arrivals rose 52.43% year on year in July.
Phuket warned of rough Andaman seas as heavy rain hits 15 provinces
Thunderstorms are forecast across the southern west coast, with waves near Phuket reaching up to three metres and higher during storms.
Phuket teenager advances to America’s Got Talent 2026 final after Golden Buzzer
Sixteen-year-old Phuket performer Nene Royal received a Golden Buzzer from Mel B after singing and playing guitar on America’s Got Talent 2026.
Luxury hotels account for 89% of Phuket’s planned new room supply
Phuket has 2,653 hotel rooms scheduled to enter the market in 2027 and 2028, with 89% targeting the Luxury and Upscale segments, Knight Frank Thailand says.
Four tourists accused of leaving B8,000 restaurant bill unpaid in Patong
Patong police said one Saudi Arabian man and three Moroccan women were taken for formal proceedings after allegedly leaving a restaurant without paying.
Four Points Phuket launches US$100 resort credit package
The Patong resort’s package includes a US$100 credit, daily breakfast for two and a minimum two-night stay.
Phuket underpass contractor faces B11.8 million penalty by Aug 20
Lighting work at all five underpasses is complete, but checks and other tasks remain on the delayed B48.4 million Smart City project.
Two men found dead in separate Phuket incidents
A 43-year-old man was found dead at his home in Pa Khlok, while a 90-year-old British man was found dead in a Cherng Talay villa.