Bangkok orders three venues to halt operations after deadly Lat Phrao pub fire
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
The BMA has taken action against three entertainment venues and launched safety inspections across all 50 districts following the deadly Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao fire.
Fatal Lat Phrao fire puts wiring and exit claims under scrutiny
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
Bangkok police are investigating whether negligence, arson or an electrical fault caused the fatal Lat Phrao fire, as the BMA opens applications for financial assistance.
Lat Phrao tragedy prompts review of fire safety and nightlife zoning
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt plans to tighten fire safety rules and update nightlife zoning after a late-night fire at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao killed 27 people and injured 63 others.
Bangkok’s sinking crisis may arrive within a decade, Prof Dr Suchatvee warns
THURSDAY, JULY 02, 2026
Bangkok is facing a major risk from climate change and rising sea levels, amid warnings from several experts that Thailand’s capital could suffer severe impacts within the next few decades
Chadchart declares victory in Bangkok governor race, heading for landslide second term
SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2026
Chadchart Sittipunt declared victory in the Bangkok governor election after unofficial results showed him far ahead, giving the independent incumbent a second term to pursue his city agenda.
BMA blames Bangkok flooding on low-lying terrain, heavy rain and rubbish-clogged drains
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Bangkok’s drainage authority says repeated flooding during heavy rain is caused by the capital’s low-lying geography, rainfall exceeding system capacity and rubbish blocking key drainage points, as officials work around the clock to keep water moving.