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Tourist raped by van driver she asked for help
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 07/04/2026
» PHUKET - A 43-year-old van driver was arrested after a Ukrainian woman complained to police she was raped after asking him to share his internet connection with her so she could contact and find her friend.
Phuket airport defends ban on activating ride-hailing apps
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 08/03/2026
» Phuket International Airport has defended newly installed signs barring drivers from waiting or activating ride‑hailing apps in front of the terminal, following criticism on social media that they restrict passengers’ transport options.
Phuket targets dodgy cabs
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 17/11/2025
» Fake taxi registrations are a growing problem on ride-hailing applications, putting Phuket's tourism reputation at risk, says its provincial administration.
Russian on student visa held in Phuket for alleged cocaine sales
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 16/11/2025
» PHUKET: A 31-year-old Russian man holding a student visa has been arrested for allegedly selling cocaine on the island, tourist police said.
Phuket airport forecasts 16m passengers in 2025
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 10/10/2025
» Phuket International Airport expects to welcome more than 16 million passengers this year, driven by rising international arrivals and new direct flight routes from Europe and Asia, said airport director Monchai Tanode.
Taxi driver accused of raping woman passenger in Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 25/08/2025
» PHUKET - A 19-year-old ride-hail taxi driver has been arrested on a charge of raping an African woman passenger and stealing her phone.
Phuket pressed to tackle issues vexing tourists
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 10/08/2025
» Phuket must tackle the persistent cannabis odour, lax rental motorcycle regulations and tourist safety concerns that are deterring visitors, local leaders have warned.
Group rejects 'slum' label for Myanmar community
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 18/03/2025
» The director of a Catholic-run school in Phuket denies that a Myanmar community in the province is living in a "slum", as labelled by a foreign YouTuber.
Phuket beefs up controls on foreigners after surge in crime
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/03/2025
» Phuket, in association with international consulates, is ramping up its immigration screenings and crackdowns on illegal activities following a surge in the number of drug-related crimes and foreigners working on the island illegally.
Israeli girl dies after falling out of songthaew in Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 17/05/2024
» PHUKET: A five-year-old girl from Israel has died after falling out of a songthaew during a visit to this resort island with her family.