Health tourism in Thailand surges to THB 670 billion, boosting wellness & spa sector towards global recognition

Sunai stated that direct health services within the wellness industry, including hospitals, generate the highest revenue, followed by pharmacy sales, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals production, tourism services, and the spa business. The latter has...

PM Anutin personally pilots organ retrieval flight, balances duty with medical mission

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul flies to Loei to retrieve donated organs, potentially saving seven lives before returning to Parliament for a government policy debate.” BANGKOK, Thailand – Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul flew an urgent...

Storm Bualoi causes widespread flooding and landslides across northern Thailand

Floodwaters and landslides destroy homes in Mae Sariang, Phrae, and Uttaradit, forcing evacuations and leaving one dead as authorities rush to provide aid. MAE HONG SON, Thailand – Torrential rain, remnants of storm Bualoi, has triggered...

Two El Paso County restaurants closed in one week due to dozens of health code violations

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) - Two El Paso County restaurants were temporarily shut down in a single week with health code violations ranging from employees not washing their hands, to cockroaches and ants on the floor where to-go boxes were...

Motorcyclist arrested for kicking cars on Bangkok road, cites mental health and past trauma

Natthapong, 33, is taken into custody after chasing and kicking multiple cars on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, causing property damage and prompting police investigation. BANGKOK, Thailand – Police have arrested a 33-year-old man for chasing and kicking...

Nurses picket at Seattle Children’s Hospital over safety and health concerns

On September 30, pediatric nurses represented by the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) held an informational picket in front of Seattle Children’s Hospital. The union demonstration took place from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a break at 9 a.m....

Cameroonian man wanted for drug smuggling caught in Bangkok

Thai Immigration police arrested a 40-year-old a Cameroonian man wanted by Interpol for international drug trafficking after he evaded authorities for more than a year while living illegally in the capital. Acting on intelligence that a...

Mirabai Chanu wins World Championships silver, lifts iron more than twice her body weight in her last attempt to stun Thai rival

As she flipped some omelettes for the trainees at her basecamp, a wave of nostalgia washed over Mirabai Chanu. From the time she was their age, Mirabai said looking at the 13 and 14-year-olds, pain had been her constant companion. Only companion,...

Best of Vancouver award winners 2025: Wellness

Get the best of Vancouver in your inbox, every Tuesday and Thursday. Sign up for our free newsletter. Who did you vote into the top spots in the Best of Vancouver 2024 Wellness category? Read on to find out! Acupuncture Clinic Glow Acupuncture &...

Royal Thai Air Force adds two Airbus H225 helicopters

Airbus Helicopters signed a contract with the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) for two H225 multi-role helicopters. These new aircraft will significantly enhance the RTAF’s capabilities in search and rescue (SAR) and emergency medical services (EMS)...

The White Lotus' Michelle Monaghan on self-expression, SPF & the beauty rituals she brought back from Thailand

I would say I am intentional with my health, beauty, and wellness routine. I don't know if it's low key, but I don't think it's high maintenance. I'm very cognisant of the choices that I make now, as opposed to years ago where I didn't give too...

Telenor marks 25 years in Thailand with focus on digital future

Norwegian telecom group Telenor celebrates 25 years in Thailand. Norwegian telecom group Telenor has celebrated its 25th anniversary in Thailand, underlining its long-term commitment to the country’s digital transformation and partnership with CP...

TWICE’s Jeongyeon misses Philippine concert due to health issues

TWICE’s Jeongyeon will not be participating in the group’s upcoming concert in the Philippines due to health concerns. On October 2, TWICE posted an announcement on their fan platform Fans: “Jeongyeon will be unable to attend the ‘THIS IS FOR’...

Thai prices hover near 9-year lows

Thai prices quoted lowest since November 2016, as Indian prices quoted at US$358-$365 a tonne PUBLISHED : 2 Oct 2025 at 18:44 Thai export prices retreated further this week and hovered near nine-year lows, hurt by ample supplies and meagre demand,...

The Story Behind The Oldest Thai Restaurant In The US

Thai food is wildly popular in the US, ranking in the top 10 favorite restaurant cuisines in the country. We love the fresh ingredients and big portions — sometimes so big that dining solo at a Thai restaurant can feel like a mistake. The...

Thai Firms Tap Hong Kong for Cross-Border Expansion

PUBLISHED : 2 Oct 2025 at 14:00 As Thai businesses look to scale beyond borders, the question is no longer if they should go global — but where to begin. In today’s competitive landscape, choosing the right launchpad can make all the difference....

Only Fools and Horse's star Patrick Murray took a job driving cars 'after roles dried up' in bid to raise money so his wife and child could move over from Thailand

He was once a familiar face on TV screens across the country in his role as Cockney chancer Mickey Pearce in the classic British comedy Only Fools and Horses. But Patrick Murray's final years were a far cry from his life of fame and comedy as he...

Thai restaurant in Robinson Township hit with consumer alert by Allegheny County Health Department

Patrick Murray dead: Only Fools and Horses legend dies after tragic health battle

Only Fools and Horses legend Patrick Murray, who played Mickey Pearce on the beloved BBC sitcom, has tragically passed away at the age of 68. The actor had previously fought a battle with lung cancer, receiving the all-clear, only to reveal a year...

When health becomes the new status symbol

Nowadays, there’s an expensive price tag and a high social currency associated with wellness and Longevity. The latter already sparked a viral online debate in Thailand merely weeks ago, with thought leaders and influencers sharing their...