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Death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire rises to 30

Officials say the death toll from a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar has increased to 30

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The night is not so young anymore

Thailand has long been recognised as one of Asia's nightlife capitals, and nowhere embodies that spirit quite like Bangkok.

Bangkok Post

'No way out': Survivors describe deadly Bangkok bar fire

A survivor of the fire at a Bangkok bar that killed at least ‌28 people on Sunday night described escaping the blaze by seconds after she stepped out for a smoke.

Bangkok Post

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Call for more law enforcement after Thai pub fire kills dozens

Two restaurant associations are urging stricter law enforcement following a deadly pub fire in Bangkok's Chatuchak district.

Bangkok Post

Teacher subject of abuse probe

The Office of the Basic Education Commission (Obec) has ordered the transfer of a teacher from a prominent school in Bangkok following shocking allegations of sexual misconduct involving nearly 30 students.

Bangkok Post

PM Anutin pledges closer cooperation with BMA

The government and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) have pledged closer cooperation to improve the quality of life of Bangkok residents, focusing on transport, public safety, urban development and environmental management.

Bangkok Post

Patraporn named new BMC president

Patraporn Kengrungruangchai of the People's Party (PP) was elected the 26th president of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) on Sunday, pledging greater transparency and accountability.

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Indonesia pulling Thai investors

At a time when some international investors are pausing or reassessing their exposure to emerging markets amid global uncertainty and market volatility, Thai investors continue to recognise significant long-term opportunities in Indonesia. This confidence was reinforced by the positive tone of the speakers at the Indonesia Investment & Trade Forum…

Bangkok Post

Art collectors Uthen and Piriya stage 'Visual Dialogue'

More than 100 rarely-seen art masterpieces from two private collections are presented during "Visual Dialogue" at Museum Pier in Bangkok, until Aug 2.

Bangkok Post

Fix fire safety failures

It is shocking that 17 years after the tragedy at Santika Pub in Bangkok's Sukhumvit area in 2009, and three years after the Mountain B fire in Chon Buri's Sattahip district in 2022, a similar fatal fire has struck a local brewery in Bangkok.

Bangkok Post

Bangkok emergency services scour through charred pub following deadly fire

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Aftermath of Bangkok’s deadly pub fire that killed at least 27 people

Footage shows the aftermath of a deadly fire that ravaged a Bangkok pub, killing at least 27 people.

The Independent UK

Ground at Purple Line site 'stable'

Ground movement at the Bangkok Purple Line South construction site has stabilised after last week’s tunnel water leak, and unaffected roads are expected to reopen within a week, the Ministry of Transport reported on Monday.

Bangkok Post

No way out': Survivors describe deadly Bangkok bar inferno

A survivor of the fire at a Bangkok bar that killed at least ‌27 people on Sunday night described escaping the blaze by seconds after she stepped out for a smoke.

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Survivor of deadly Bangkok bar fire describes his harrowing escape

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Bangkok bar fire: What to know about the deadly blaze that killed 27 as Thailand’s PM visits the scene

Thai authorities are investigating a Bangkok bar fire that killed 27, the latest in a series of deadly nightclub fires worldwide

Bangkok Post

Check into new places

Take a first look at properties that will start welcoming the world’s travellers this year or next. From stylish urban boutique hotels to luxurious beachside lifestyle resorts, Guru By Bangkok Post offers a sneak peek.

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Fire at a music bar in Bangkok kills at least 27 people

A massive fire has devastated a music bar in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people and critically injuring 25 others

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Survivor of deadly Bangkok bar blaze recalls night of horror: ‘I barely escaped the fire’

Musician at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao describes losing band members as explosions rocked popular bar

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At least 27 killed in fire at Bangkok pub with another 22 critically injured

The fire is one of the deadliest such incidents in the popular tourist destination in ⁠recent years

The Independent UK

At least 27 killed in Bangkok blaze that ripped through popular bar

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The Independent UK

The deadliest nightclub disasters in history

A blaze tore through a pub in Bangkok overnight into Monday, killing at least 27 people and injuring dozens

Euronews

Fire at pub on outskirts of Bangkok kills at least 30 people and injures dozens

The venue has a stage, two bars and a kitchen, with a total capacity of more than 300 people, as well as four fire exits, according to a Facebook post promoting a live show this month.

The Independent UK

Bangkok fire latest: At least 27 killed in blaze at popular bar as officials say emergency exits were blocked

Bangkok bar fire likely caused by an electrical short circuit in an air-conditioning unit installed in the ceiling

International Business Times UK

'The Lights Went Out': Bangkok Bar Fire Kills 27 After Victims Fled Into Toilets With No Exit

A fire at a Bangkok bar killed 27 people and injured 63, raising concerns about safety standards. Investigations focus on electrical faults and emergency exit obstructions.

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