Regional

Phuket Steps Up Fire Safety Inspections at Entertainment Venues

Phuket authorities have launched fire safety inspections at entertainment venues across the province, prompted by a recent deadly bar fire in Bangkok that killed multiple people.

14 Jul The Phuket Express

The Phuket Express -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-

Phuket – Provincial authorities in Phuket have launched a coordinated campaign to strengthen fire safety standards at local establishments, following a recent blaze in Bangkok that raised nationwide concerns. Our previous stories: A fire ripped through the “Rong Beer Na Lad Prao” bar, restaurant, and entertainment venue near Soi Lad Phrao 1 on Lad Phrao Road […] Authorities Inspect Patong Entertainment Venues and Intensify Fire Safety -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

No. 01 of ∞ Read at source → Next

National

Anuthm Celebrates French National Day, Strengthening 170-Year Ties

Prime Minister Anutin attended a French National Day reception in Bangkok, celebrating 170 years of diplomatic ties and highlighting cultural cooperation through exhibitions and a new bilateral action plan.

14 Jul Khaosod

Read this story →

Regional

Phuket Strengthens Hotel Safety Inspections for License Renewals

Phuket authorities are conducting stricter safety inspections for hotel license renewals to enforce compliance with the Hotel Act of 2004, with initial inspections underway at six properties in Karon.

14 Jul The Phuket Express

Read this story →

Police

Rescue Volunteer Uam Found Dead After Search By Family

DNA testing confirmed rescue volunteer Uam Yadadakarn Bamrungphakdidi's identity; her family retrieved her remains in Buriram Province after weeks of searching. A second victim from their group was also recovered the same evening, bringing

14 Jul Khaosod

Read this story →

National

Army Clarifies Status of Man Escorting PM at Fire Scene

The Royal Thai Army clarified that a uniformed man escorting Prime Minister Anutin at a July 14 fire inspection is a supplementary officer, not an active-duty soldier, after online criticism over his presence at the incident.

14 Jul Khaosod

Read this story →

National

Bangkok Bar Fire Kills 30, Probe Eyes Safety Violations

A devastating fire at a Bangkok bar killed at least 30 people on July 12th, with investigators examining blocked exits and safety violations at the venue.

14 Jul The Phuket Express

Read this story →

Police

Police Arrest Man for Illegally Streaming World Cup 2026

Police arrested a man in Phitsanulok for illegally streaming the 2026 FIFA World Cup and charging viewers without authorization from the official broadcast rights holder.

14 Jul Khaosod

Read this story →

Police

Mother Devastated After Daughter Killed in Bangkok Nightclub Fire

A 23-year-old recent graduate from Maha Sarakham was killed in a July 12 nightclub fire in Bangkok's Lad Prao district, leaving her mother devastated after the young woman fell while trying to escape the flames with friends.

14 Jul Khaosod

Read this story →

National

Thailand Sports Authority Opens Applications for New Director

Thailand's Sports Authority is accepting applications for a new Director General to succeed Dr. Kongsak Yodmani, whose term ends September 30, 2026, with a selection deadline of September 2026.

14 Jul Khaosod

Read this story →

National

Thailand Establishes First Formal Deportation Regulations

Thailand's Cabinet has approved the country's first formal deportation regulations to streamline the removal of foreign nationals who entered illegally, violated employment laws, or committed serious crimes. The new framework eliminates the

14 Jul Khaosod

Read this story →

National

King and Queen Open Phra Pradaeng Provincial Court Building

The King and Queen officially opened the new Phra Pradaeng Provincial Court Building in Samut Prakan on July 14, presiding over cornerstone-laying ceremonies and granting an audience to judicial officials.

14 Jul Khaosod

Read this story →