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Spike in Heat-Related Deaths Sparks Concern in Thailand

In March and April of this year, the toll of heat stroke claimed over 30 lives, marking a concerning surge. Among the victims was a 65-year-old man from Ban Bueng district in Chon Buri, whose demise was attributed to heat stroke. It was reported that...

Hospital Fined for Refusing Treatment to Critically Injured Patients

A private hospital has been fined 100,000 baht by the Emergency Medicine Committee (EMC) for refusing to treat a critically injured patient, who later died after being rushed to another hospital. The patient was a police officer who had been struck by a vehicle...
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Cambodian beauty queen stripped of Miss Grand title

Bangkok, Thailand – August 4, 2025 — The Miss Grand International organization has revoked...

Ubon hospital resumes Cambodian patient care after brief pause

Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand – July 31, 2025 — A major hospital in northeastern Thailand...

Purple Line Tunnel Work Begins Ahead of River Crossing

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Nine Dead in Suphan Buri Firecracker Factory Explosion

At least nine people lost their lives on July 30, 2025, following an explosion...