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On October 25, 2026, social media user Oraya Seebang reported black and smelly water flowing from a canal near the Phaya Nak statue onto Karon Beach in Phuket. The Facebook page 'Tamaha Chawrueng Tee Phuket' (Find the Truth in Phuket) visited the site and called on government…
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The Government Lottery Office will draw results for the lottery on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the Government Lottery Office building located at Airport Water, Mueang District, Nonthaburi Province. Historical statistics for the last ten Sunday draws are provided, including…
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Police Colonel Thawi Sodsong, leader of the Pracharath Party and a Member of Parliament, addressed alumni of Malaysian universities at Bakkahland Resort in Pattani on October 25, 2026. He argued that peace negotiations must include not only armed groups but also local citizens…
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Tatchapon Naclo (world doubles ranking 477) and Anchisa Chanthas (world doubles ranking 674) won the women's doubles title at the ITF Women's World Tennis Tour event in Singapore. The tournament, held on October 24, 2026, was the fourth edition of the W15 series with a total…
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Somchai Anrakamnoe, a traffic police officer at the Taxiathein Station, was injured when Komson, a 47-year-old driver of a blue Honda sedan, struck him with his elbow after being asked to undergo a driving license check. The incident occurred under the BTS Bang Wa station in the…
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A 3-year-old girl became trapped with her head caught on the safety bars of a 12th-floor apartment window in Zhangping, Fujian province, on the morning of October 17. Her mother had left to buy groceries while the child was asleep. Upon waking and finding her mother absent, the…
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Tat Narakorn Tityan, a former prominent news anchor in Thailand, posted on Facebook analyzing the decline of the Thai television industry. He traced the turning points from the 2014 digital TV auction to the rise of Facebook Live. Tat noted that the 2014 auction by the National…
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Wander S Co., Ltd. held a gala premiere in Thailand for the horror-mystery film 'The Mage' (THE MAGE) at Siam Paragon, Floor 5. The event featured international actress Josie Ho, cast members including Iman Taheri, and producer Conroy Chan. Directors Oxide Pang and Danny Pang…
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The World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Index 2026 report, published on 24 October 2026, shows Thailand falling three places to rank 80th out of 143 countries. The decline is driven by lower scores in anti-corruption and law enforcement. Thailand scored 0.50 overall, ranking…
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Mr. Was Tingsamit, an independent scholar and former senior judge at the Supreme Court, analyzed the legal implications of CP Ram registering four new basil varieties ('Kaeo Juri') under Thailand's Plant Variety Protection Act. He highlighted concerns regarding farmers'…
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CP Ram Managing Director Wiset Visitsitwinyu stated that the company's patent registration for four new basil varieties does not grant ownership of all Thai basil types. The varieties, named Kaew Juri 01 through 04, were developed over more than 10 years in collaboration with…
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On October 24, 2026, independent expert Vas Tingamit posted an analysis on Facebook regarding the registration of four new 'Kaewjuri' basil varieties by CP Ram under Thailand's Plant Variety Protection Act. The report clarifies that while the company uses a contract farming…
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Suachat Chomklin, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, stated he does not accept initial reports at face value regarding allegations that the husband of Ms. Pannada Wongphudi, President of the Organization for Good Foundation, has encroached on over 100 rai of forest…
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The White House announced on Friday that First Lady Melania Trump helped facilitate a temporary ceasefire in the Russian-held Ukrainian city of Oleshky, set to begin on October 27. The agreement aims to allow humanitarian aid entry and civilian evacuation through designated safe…
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On October 24, 2026, Suachat Chomklin, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, stated that he has ordered the Forestry Department to investigate allegations that the husband of Ms. Pannada Wong-udee (known as 'Bum Pannada') encroached on over 100 rai of forest reserve…
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On October 24, 2026, at 07:30, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul addressed the nation via Radio Thailand to mark the 81st anniversary of the United Nations. He reaffirmed Thailand's commitment to respecting national sovereignty, equality, and international law while advocating…
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The Thai government will mandate that online social media platforms verify the identity of all advertisers before publishing ads on November 1, 2026. This measure, known as 'No ID, No Ads', aims to prevent fraud and improve accountability. Platforms must collect necessary…
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On October 24, 2026, at Thammasat Field, Surayud Juangroongruangkit, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, stated that he has ordered the Department of Agricultural Extension to urgently verify whether CP Ram's registration for protecting four new basil varieties complies…
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On October 23, Nakhon Phanom Governor Saransak Sri Kruenetr presided over the opening of the 25th 'Opening the Legend of Phaya Nak Firework' light and sound show at Wat Si Bun Ruean in Nong Khai. The event, titled 'Great Buddhist Worship of the Naga Lamp: Dance Delight,' was a…
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Don Mueang Airport (DMA) has called on passengers to review their checked baggage for prohibited items following a new Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) regulation effective October 16, 2026. Acting Director Air Commodore Pokphob Suwanmolai stated that security checks…
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