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The family of Dutch television host and former presenter Emile Ratelband, aged 77, has issued a public appeal after he went missing in Thailand. Phuket Times, a Facebook page with over 780,000 followers, posted the request on October 24, 2026 (24 ตุลาคม 2569). The family, who…
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At the conclusion of round three on October 24 at the Hong Kong Golf Club in Fanling, Kanjan Jareenkul and Atiwit Jenwattanono tied for 11th place with a total score of 9-under par (201). The tournament, the 65th edition of the Hong Kong Open organized by the Asian Tour and Link…
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The fifth edition of the Asian Para Games concluded on Saturday, October 24, in Ichi, Nagoya, Japan. China finished first with 207 gold medals, followed by Japan with 64 and Uzbekistan with 45. Thailand ended the competition with a total of 125 medals, its highest count in…
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Police General Samarn Nuamla, who assumed command of the Royal Thai Police on October 1, issued a directive requiring traffic officers to stop wearing 'I-Mong' helmets that completely cover their faces. The new policy allows officers to wear white medical masks for protection…
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Recent flooding across several provinces in Thailand has revealed severe environmental hazards caused by accumulated industrial waste, including oil slicks and black wastewater in Prachinburi province. High levels of petroleum hydrocarbons were detected in samples, raising…
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At ITB Asia 2026 held in Singapore from October 21 to 23, 2026, the Department of Tourism under Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports advanced its 'Thailand Green Tourism Plan 2030' initiative. Director Jaturon Phakdiwanich assigned Director Athuk Prasenumul to lead efforts…
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Rangsiman Rom, a Member of Parliament and Chair of the House Committee on Law, Justice and Human Rights, stated that legal action against the online betting site 'Shuffle' is necessary. He confirmed clear financial trails originating from Thai wallet accounts, suggesting…
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On October 24, 2026, former Deputy Prime Minister Pongpol Adireksarn posted on Facebook to defend Thai basil (kaphrao) as a national heritage plant. He cited the ancient medical text 'Kamphie Phet Sasat Songkhap' compiled by Phraya Pisun Prasech Vech in 1896 with royal…
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A recent survey by Deloitte and ConsumerSignals indicates that the proportion of US adults aged 18-29 (Gen Z) carrying continuous credit card balances increased by more than 19% between Q3 2023 and Q2 2026. While Gen Z debt rose, the share of other generations with credit card…
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On October 23, Apple launched its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, globally. In Beijing, reseller Alex Wang offered an extra 3,000 yuan (approx. 15,100 THB) to customers who bought the device immediately upon release, citing a shortage expected to last about half a…
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On October 24, Bhakom Anuanant, spokesperson for the People's Party, stated that the government must demonstrate spirit by accepting a five-day timeline for the inquiry into the administration. She criticized Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul for claiming to be too busy and…
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Major General Winthai Suwari, spokesperson for the Royal Thai Army, addressed media and public concern regarding a new Cambodian film scheduled for release on November 6, 2026 (B.E. 2569). The film depicts events along the Thai-Cambodian border and features a poster referencing…
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On October 24, 2026, a video posted by Facebook user 'Sia Suang Rot Yok Rot Slide Car' shows an incident under the BTS Bang Wa station where a driver of a blue Honda sedan allegedly assaulted a police officer. The event occurred after officers requested to inspect the vehicle's…
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Influenencer Johnny Muaprab (D.T. Yuthapong Sirisomporn) stated that the manager of Sor Srisaket contacted him directly to arrange a fight between Sor Srisaket and former IBF champion Namchai Ruenrieng for a new boxing stadium in Ubon Ratchathani scheduled for December. Johnny…
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On October 24, 69, Dr. Pracha Neuro Surgery posted a video warning that the inability to recall names of objects or people is not normal and could lead to brain death if ignored. A patient in the video stated they could not remember the name of their favorite food but could…
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Ms. Lallida Perisavitthana, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, addressed allegations by Ms. Pakkamon Anan regarding the government's timeline for a parliamentary inquiry into the administration. The spokesperson stated that while the government respects…
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Natthakorn Thavisak of Evolution E-Commerce Co., Ltd. traveled to Seoul, South Korea, to exhibit products with DGEL Co., Ltd. at the NailExpo at SEOUL 2026 event held from October 23–25, 2026, at SETEC. The exhibition aims to expand the partnership between the Thai market and…
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The Social Development and Welfare Fund (SSSA) operates as a fund governed by the State Finance Management Act B.E. 2561 and the Capital Rotation Administration Act, requiring strict adherence to financial discipline. While a coalition of politicians proposed amending the SSSA…
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Lt. Nainop Phromphakdee, President of the Thailand Paralympic Committee, commended the Thai para-athletes for securing 19 gold medals to finish first among ASEAN nations at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan. He highlighted the strong performance of emerging athletes as a…
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Police Colonel Twi Sodsong, chairman of the Pracharath Party, stated at an event in Narathiwat that resolving the southern conflict requires reducing arrogance and fostering trust within the country rather than relying on Malaysian intermediaries. He emphasized that the Malay…
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