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On Saturday, October 24, 2026, officials from Hat Yai Hospital and the Royal Princess Mother Hospital in Nathonuei District, Songkhla Province, along with representatives from MC Automation & Service Co., Ltd. and its advisors, participated in a blessing ceremony to request…
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The Pollution Control Department (PCD) of Thailand's Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has issued a correction regarding water quality analysis results for fish deaths in the Sri Mahaphot district, Prachinburi province. The department acknowledged previous errors in…
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The Thai National Police's Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has ordered an investigation into the whereabouts of Dutch television host Emile Ratelband following reports from his family that he went missing in Thailand. The family, who are based in Phuket, announced a…
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Charoen Pokphand Group issued a statement on October 24, 2026, to address misinformation regarding new basil varieties. The group clarified that only CPRAM (a subsidiary of CP ALL) registered protection for four specific basil strains and does not hold rights over all Thai basil…
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The Bangkok Primary Education Office (SPPK) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Institute for Educational Development (PW) to upgrade teaching capabilities across 31 schools. The collaboration focuses on implementing Active Learning and the GPAS 5 Steps…
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Lumphini Park in Bangkok is hosting 'The Night by Amazing Thailand Season 2: Music in Memory' from today until October 27, 2026. The event features over 46 artists performing various genres including Orchestra, 70s-80s hits, 90s pop, Luk Thung, Reggae, and Isan Soul. Attendees…
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The Ministry of Interior has extended border crossing hours at the Nakhon Phanom Ferry Terminal from October 24 to 26, 2026, until midnight to support the local boat lantern festival and charity fair. The permanent border checkpoint in Mueang Nakhon Phanom District will operate…
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The Ministry of Public Health and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) opened the 'ThaiFDA International Health, Wellness and Longevity Innovation Forum 2026' (ThaiFDA WELLNEXT 2026) at Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon. Held from October 23–25, 2026, under the theme 'From Thai…
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Max Eberl, Bayern Munich's sports director, stated that head coach Vincent Kompany will require several weeks for recovery after collapsing during training on October 23. Kompany was airlifted to a hospital following the incident, which is suspected to be caused by a viral…
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The fifth Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, officially concluded on October 24, 2025 (October 24, 69 B.E.), with the next edition set for Doha, Qatar in 2030. Thailand finished seventh overall with 19 gold, 40 silver, and 66 bronze medals, topping the ASEAN medal table.…
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Thai immigration police confirmed on Saturday that Dutch television personality Emile Ratelband, 77, departed Thailand in late 2025 and has not been recorded as returning. Deputy Commissioner Choengron Rimpadee stated that authorities have launched an investigation following…
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Senior Iranian security officials have disclosed plans to target undersea communication cables in the Persian Gulf if the United States or Israel launches another military attack on Iran. The threats include severing seven major internet cables through the Strait of Hormuz and…
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Professor Dr. Amorn Pimanmas, President of the Thai Structural Engineers Association and a lecturer at Kasetsart University, analyzed the collapse of an 18-story building under construction in Eastleigh, Nairobi, Kenya. He identified the event as a vertical gravity collapse…
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The Royal Thai Army has firmly rejected allegations from Cambodia regarding operations conducted at the Ta Meun Thom, Ta Kuy, and Khna temples. A spokesperson for the army stated that these sites are located within Thai sovereignty, making all activities, including artifact…
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Warawut Suksawat, former Environment Minister and brother of politician Tawanpong (Top), addressed recent attacks against him regarding a party switch and toxic waste issues. Speaking on behalf of her late father, Warawut stated she lacks political ambition and withdrew from…
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The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has ordered an urgent investigation into the disappearance of 70-year-old Dutch television host Emile Ratelband in Thailand. Family members in Phuket have issued a search for him, offering a reward of 2,500 euros for information leading…
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Senior Iranian security officials have disclosed plans to target undersea communication cables in the Persian Gulf if the United States or Israel launches another military attack on Iran. The threats include severing seven major internet cables through the Strait of Hormuz and…
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The Charoen Pokphand (CP) group issued a statement on October 24, 2026, clarifying that the registration of new basil varieties was conducted by CPRAM Co., Ltd. and not directly by the CP Group or Chairman Dhanin Jaiwanon. The group stated that over 300 basil varieties exist and…
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On October 24, 2026, a backhoe operated by driver Vorn Kamsee struck an anti-tank landmine while constructing a road between Chok Kbal Som and Chok Prik along the border fence markers 2–3. The explosion shattered the cab roof and windows but left driver Vorn unharmed except for…
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Aston Villa became the first team to defeat Manchester City in the current Premier League season with a 2-1 victory at Villa Park on October 24. Nicholas Jackson scored both goals for the hosts, while Erling Haaland equalized for the visitors. The win moved Aston Villa to sixth…
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