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On October 25, 2026, Ms. Thidakun Saenudom, Director of the Plant System Development and Certification Standards Division at the Department of Agriculture, announced that a total of 107 plant species are now eligible for new variety registration under Section 14. The list covers…
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Sirichok Sopha, a former Deputy Secretary-General of the Democrat Party and former Member of Parliament for Songkhla Province, posted an image of Chayanak Chidchob alongside a statement opposing casinos. Sopha questioned why online gambling websites remain accessible to Thai…
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A survey by NIDA Pol, conducted between October 19-21, 2026, reveals that while the majority of respondents support having community nurse volunteers (อสพ.) in every subdistrict, there is significant skepticism regarding their qualifications and the selection process. Only…
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An influencer with 300,000 Facebook followers and 120,000 TikTok followers apologized to a restaurant owner after being threatened for requesting free food in exchange for a review. The owner of Pragai Cafe in Bang Yai District, Nonthaburi Province, stated they would file a…
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Ms. Ploy Thale Lakshimsaengchan, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, announced that the Committee on Driving Policies to Set Rail Transit Fares to Reduce Living Costs has approved extending the current fare reduction measures until December 31, 2027, from their…
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The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) recommends that residents planning to install rooftop solar power systems first gather essential data regarding electricity usage patterns and available installation space. The authority advises selecting registered installers and…
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Wat Thep Sirinatharawas Ratchaworawihan, led by Somdet Phra Theerayanamuni, the abbot, along with Phra Tham Wachirapamok, deputy abbot, and the monastic community, partnered with the Poetektung Foundation to hold a 'Ting Kradat' (Sikow) ceremony. The event distributed 1,200 sets…
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Linfen City in Shanxi Province has established a high-quality short drama production base covering 16,000 square meters and set up a 50 million yuan investment fund. While aiming to produce 100 short dramas in 2025, the city actually produced 273 titles, with 830 episodes online…
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Police in Bavaria, southern Germany, have arrested one suspect following a fire at the 'Kehlsteinhaus', also known as the 'Eagle's Nest', the private holiday home of Adolf Hitler. The incident occurred on October 23 local time, with firefighters reporting heavy flames by 21:15.…
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On October 25, 2026, monks cleaning an ancient reclining Buddha statue at Wat Phra Chao Tho in Mueang Hod District, Hod Subdistrict, Hod District, Chiang Mai Province, discovered 37 clear glass beads covered in mud. The temple abbot suspects they may be 'Kaeo Seth' (a legendary…
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Surachat Pisithwutinanun, president of Naklua Boxing Promotions, has issued a public warning and threatened legal action against an influencer who claimed to have arranged a rematch between former WBC champion Sor Srisaket and former IBF champion Por Panchanok. The promoter…
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Former Democrat Party Member of Parliament Sirichok Sopa has submitted evidence regarding the online gambling website Shuffle.com to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI). Using public blockchain data, Sopa identified nearly 10,000 transactions totaling over 118 million…
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The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) has deployed Ground Penetration Radar (GPR) technology to inspect underground cavities around utility manholes along major roads and the Green Line railway route in Samut Prakan province. The project, launched on October 25, 2026,…
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The entertainment community expressed deep condolences for Po Nattamon Phuwapatsim, a former member of the group Teen 8 Grade A and JAMP, following the peaceful passing of her mother, Apa Sunattha Phuwapatsim, at age 73 due to lung cancer. The family held memorial services from…
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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated on October 24, 2026, that foreign investment in Thailand must include technology transfer and workforce skill development. He highlighted the country's infrastructure readiness, logistics networks connecting to Laos, southern China, and…
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Astrologer Thongchai Tathaporn Sri-tula warns three zodiac signs—Libra (Sept. 17–Oct. 17), Aries (April 14–May 14), and Capricorn (Jan. 15–Feb. 12)—that careless speech could undermine their achievements, advising them to exercise restraint in communication, business…
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Police in Suphan Buri province arrested a woman on October 24 for attempting to sell methamphetamine pills concealed inside a crepe. The suspect, identified only as Nopparan (age 46), was caught by an undercover operation in Tha Phi Liang subdistrict after officers observed her…
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On October 24, 2026, at approximately 11:15 a.m., the Second Army Region reported an incident in Bua Chet District, Surin Province. While a backhoe operated by the Special Unit 2 and volunteers from Luang Ta Yuen's volunteer corps was excavating a tactical route from Hill 429 to…
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A Suan Dusit Poll conducted by Suan Dusit University on October 20-23, 2026, surveyed 1,132 people nationwide regarding state welfare. The majority (68.90%) believe the government should prioritize assistance for disabled persons and those needing special help, followed by…
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Pathom Indarodom, a member of the Thailand Digital Council for Economy and Society (DCT), expressed concern that Thai researchers might avoid commercializing successful public-funded research due to social backlash and fear of legal accusations. He cited a specific instance…
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