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Lionel Messi, the Argentina national team star, traveled back to Spain to receive the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports. The ceremony was attended by Crown Princess Leonor of Spain, who presented the award. During the event, Messi accepted the honor on stage and shook…
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Sirichok Sopha, a former Member of Parliament (MP) for the Pheu Thai Party and former Democrat Party MP, posted on Facebook on October 24 questioning the effectiveness of Thailand's Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DE) in blocking online gambling websites. While the…
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Residents in Paris are purchasing tear gas canisters and pepper spray to protect themselves and their property as protests are expected to continue throughout the weekend. France has faced severe social unrest recently, with demonstrations escalating into riots involving looted…
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Consumers in Thailand have turned the instant noodle brand Quik Sae's long-standing Tom Khlong flavor into a viral sensation by adding large quantities of fresh chives. The trend originated on TikTok and Facebook, where users posted videos demonstrating the recipe: boiling one…
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Police in Khon Kaen have completed the investigation into a land dispute involving Wat Pa Adulyaram and are forwarding the case file to the provincial prosecutor. Ms. Chammarni Noi-chan, known as 'Paa Da', faces three charges including being an accomplice in burglary,…
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The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) of Thailand published guidelines on October 24, 2025, in the Royal Gazette regarding social media usage by its personnel. Signed by NACC Chairman Suchat Tarkulakasem on October 14, 2025, the rules mandate that staff maintain…
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The Thai wheelchair fencing team secured the gold medal in the Mixed Sabre Team event at the 5th Asian Para Games held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. On October 24, 2026, the team defeated South Korea with a score of 20-15 in the final match at the Nagoya City Inae Sports Center. The…
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On October 24, Pokhetor Ratchakitprapa, CEO of MaxBit Digital Asset Co., Ltd., posted on Facebook to clarify a transaction involving approximately 200,000 baht transferred to the address 'Shuffle,' which is currently under political scrutiny. The company stated it uses…
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The page 'Johnny Muay Praob' has announced plans to organize a special boxing match between former world champions Sor Siamchai (known as 'Chao Laem') and Anan Ruenying. The event is scheduled for mid-December 2026 at the Pibul Mangsanakorn International Boxing Stadium in Ubon…
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At the Nagoya City Inae Sports Center in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, on October 24, 2026, Thailand's mixed saber wheelchair fencing team defeated South Korea 20-15 to win gold in the final of the fifth Asian Para Games. The Thai squad consisted of Sai Sunee Ja-na (Class B),…
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On October 23, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced via social media that the US Department of War has designated Confucius Institutes as a threat to national security. Hegseth alleged that these organizations operate covertly within US universities under different names…
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Japanese kickboxer Takeru has been inducted into the ONE Hall of Fame as its fourth member. The ceremony took place at Ariake Arena in Tokyo on October 17 during the ONE Samurai 4 event, following his retirement announced after winning the interim ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World…
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COCOLOVE held a project closing event and announced winners of its 2026 TikTok Viral Ads Contest in Nan province. The contest, supported by five northern universities including Chulalongkorn University, featured two categories: Benefits of COCOLOVE and COCOLOVE with Lifestyle.…
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On October 24, 2026, a joint press conference was held by the 21st Ranger Regiment Special Task Force (Unit 2), Control Command (R.13) in Phon Phisai District, Nong Khai Province, along with relevant agencies, to announce the seizure of methamphetamine pills and ice. The…
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On October 24, 2026, at 03:36 local time, the Pattaya Special Affairs Center received a report of a vehicle stuck in sand on Jomtien Beach. A Greek national named Georgeos, aged 58, was driving a Mitsubishi pickup truck that had become grounded while attempting to drive up the…
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On October 24, 2026, at 07:00 local time, Phitsanulok Governor Kiatraksad Daengsiri presided over a memorial service and flower offering ceremony for Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother at Sala Piboon Tham, Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat in Phitsanulok. The event included government…
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Duangritai Buakaeo, deputy spokesperson for the Pheu Thai Party, stated on October 24, 2026, that residents in the southern region fear recurring floods and heavy rains. She called on the government to immediately reveal and implement a disaster response plan for the south,…
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Thailand's retail fuel prices increased by 60 baht per liter effective October 21, 2569, raising diesel B7 to 43.54 baht, gasohol 95 to 42.04 baht, and benzene 95 to 51.03 baht as of October 24. This price hike adds to existing inflation pressures, with general inflation at…
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Tawida Kamolwetthachai, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, visited Don Mueang District Office on October 24 to oversee flood relief efforts. She clarified that Bangkok is the only province required to contribute its own budget to the disaster relief fund under a Cabinet resolution,…
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The Disease Control Division 9 (DCCD) in Nakhon Ratchasima warns the public about melioidosis, also known as 'soil fever,' following a surge in cases across four provinces in lower northeastern Thailand. From January 1 to October 17, 2026, the health zone covering Nakhon…
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