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Actress Patricia Shares First Photo of Newborn Son Erik

Actress Patricia Good shared the first photo of her third child, a son named Erik, born on September 28. The baby weighed 3.7 kilograms at birth, prompting an outpouring of congratulations from fellow celebrities and friends. Patricia, married to Note Wiset, celebrated the arrival of her newest family member.

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Actress Patricia Good, mother of three, shared the latest photo of her son Erik, her third child, together with both parents. Erik was born on September 28 and weighed 3.7 kilograms at birth. In her caption she wrote, 'Eric 28.09, the youngest of the family has arrived. Erik is the youngest and quite big, 3.7 kg.' Fellow actresses and entertainment industry figures left congratulatory comments such as 'Congratulations ka sis', 'Congratulations nakaa', and 'Well done, Pat'.

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BEM Gets Social Impact Certificate from Thai Institute

BEM, the operator of Bangkok's expressways and metro, has received the Social Impact Footprint certification from the Thai Development Institute. The award, presented to Deputy Managing Director Alvin Ji, recognises the firm’s compliance with GRI Standards for assessing social impact. BEM says the certification reflects its commitment to responsible business practices and sustainable growth that benefits people and communities.

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Vegetable Prices Double in Nakhon Ratchasima After Heavy Rains

Vegetable prices in Nakhon Ratchasima have doubled after heavy rain and flooding ruined crops, causing leafy greens to jump sharply in price. Vendors say the damage has reduced supplies, and flooding in Bangkok and Ayutthaya has worsened the shortage. With the vegetarian festival near, demand is set to rise, likely pushing prices even higher.

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Weather

Authorities Warn of Rising Water Levels in Chao Phraya Basin

Authorities have warned that rising water releases from the Chao Phraya Dam could raise levels in low‑lying areas outside embankments by up to 0.70 meters across ten provinces and Bangkok. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation urged residents to monitor water, prepare for possible flooding, and follow updates via official channels. No impact is expected for communities inside the embankments.

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GSB Lottery Awards 30 Million Baht Prize to Nonthaburi Customer

A customer of the Government Savings Bank’s Khrae branch in Nonthaburi won the 30‑million‑baht first prize in the special 2‑year savings bond lottery for the October 1, 2026 draw. Another customer from the Nakhon Si Thammarat branch won the 10‑million‑baht first prize in the special 5‑year savings bond lottery for the same draw. The bank said the winnings will be deposited into the winners’ accounts the following day and are tax‑free.

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Water Agency Says Upper Water Down, Dam Discharge Up

The Department of Water Resources says that while northern water levels are beginning to fall, the Chao Phraya Dam must still increase discharge because water from earlier rains is still moving downstream and upstream storage remains high. It is managing releases gradually to balance storage, irrigation intake, and flood risk, while warning communities both above and below the dam to stay alert. Officials urge residents in low‑lying areas to monitor announcements for any changes in water levels.

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Community

Thailand Named Country of Honor at Busan Film Festival 2026

Thailand has been named the inaugural 'Country of Honor' at the Busan International Film Festival 2026, granting it a prominent platform to promote its film industry. Twenty Thai companies will attend the Asian Contents & Film Market, and four Thai productions—9 TEMPLES TO HEAVEN, THE BURNING GIANTS, BUA and INHERIT—are set to screen at the festival. The initiative includes a Thai remake pitching session, a seminar, and a business booth to foster international partnerships.

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Rangsiman Summons Idear and Husband to Crypto Fraud Hearing

Rangsiman Rom, chair of the House Legislative Committee, has summoned MP Suchada Chang Thaenthong and her husband Chang Taiyang to appear before the committee on October 7 to explain alleged links to a cryptocurrency fraud network. He said the investigation will trace money flows and could lead to both legal and political action, while refusing to release evidence publicly at this stage. The move follows claims that Taiyang’s financial dealings, including large loans to a now‑bankrupt fund, have connections to crypto‑related scams prosecuted abroad.

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Tourism

Le Méridien Phuket Resort Adds Experiences for Longer Stays

Le Méridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort has introduced the Long Stay Beach Escape, giving guests added experiences the longer they stay on Mai Khao Beach. The offer is available for stays through April 30, 2027, and includes added resort experiences such as kayaking, paddleboarding, cooking classes, floating breakfasts and private wellness sessions. Guests staying … The story Le Méridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort rewards longer stays with added experiences as seen on Thaiger News.

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Man Dies in Bangkok Construction Site Cave-In

BANGKOK — A man died after becoming trapped about 3 metres underground in a soil collapse at a construction site in Soi Pridi Banomyong 14 on Thursday evening. Rama 199 Radio Centre received a report through the 199 emergency hotline at 18:47 of a person trapped inside a pipe at the site in Phra Khanong […]

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Thai Women's Sepak Takraw Team Advances to Asian Games Semifinals

NAGOYA, Japan — 2 October 2026, Thailand’s women’s sepak takraw team defeated India 2-0 in their final Group A match at the 20th Asian Games, Aichi-Nagoya 2026, on 2 October to advance to the semifinals. Thailand won the match 15-10, 15-4. The Thai team comprises Waratsamee Thongsod, Somrudee Prueprak, Wipada Jitpornawan and Ratchaneekorn Sae-heng. Thailand […]

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