RISE 2026 event to focus on women’s leadership in Thailand’s hospitality sector
The RISE 2026 event will bring hospitality leaders together at SAii Laguna Phuket on 3 September to address women’s representation in senior roles.
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Ten Indian tourists rescued after longtail boat capsizes off Krabi
A longtail boat carrying 12 people capsized near Laem Hang Nak while travelling from Ao Nang to Koh Hong on 15 August. All passengers and crew were rescued, with seven people injured.
Free 99-bed accommodation facility opens for Vachira Phuket patients
Baan Phueng Wat Phuket offers free accommodation to Vachira Phuket Hospital patients and relatives who need to stay in Phuket during treatment.
PHIST 2026 sustainability event to return to Phuket on 7 September
More than 1,300 tourism and hospitality professionals are expected at PHIST 2026, which will address sustainability challenges at Angsana Laguna Phuket.
Chinese tourist pays for rabies vaccine after lion cub bite at Phuket cafe
A Chinese tourist said a lion cub broke the skin on their arm during a paid session at a Phuket cafe and paid for a rabies vaccination despite staff saying it was unnecessary.
Phuket governor orders urgent response after student injured in school fight
A 14-year-old girl was injured during a fight involving six students at Cherngtalay Wittayakom School in Thalang district.
Seven dead, 15 injured in shooting at Nonthaburi school
Seven people, including a 14-year-old student identified as the gunman, were reported dead after a shooting at Depsirin Nonthaburi School. Fifteen others were injured.
British man dies in Thailand days before wedding after hospital discharge
Kyle Campbell, 32, died in his sleep on 30 July after being treated and discharged following a motorcycle accident, according to his family.
BDMS opens Bangkok-Phuket Cancer Institute in Phuket
The new institute at Bangkok Hospital Phuket brings together cancer-care services and specialists from four hospitals for local and international patients.
Vachira Phuket Hospital donations reach B483m as radiation centre fundraising continues
Vachira Phuket Hospital says donations are still needed for systems, interior work and equipment not covered by the B421m construction contract.
UPDATE: Bangkok-Phuket Cancer Institute opens at Bangkok Hospital Phuket
Opened at Bangkok Hospital Phuket on 30 July 2026, the institute links cancer services across three Phuket hospitals, from screening and diagnosis through treatment and long-term follow-up.