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Thai FA President Attends AFC Extraordinary Congress in Tokyo

Thailand's Football Association President Nualphan Lamsam and Secretary-General Ekapol Polnawee participated in the AFC Extraordinary Congress 2026 in Tokyo. The meeting, led by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and AFC President Sheikh Salman, brought together member associations to vote on urgent policy and regulatory issues.

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Football Association of Thailand President Nualphan Lamsam, accompanied by Secretary-General Ekapol Polnawee, attended the AFC Extraordinary Congress 2026 in Tokyo, Japan.

The AFC Extraordinary Congress 2026 was held on October 23, 2026, chaired by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and AFC President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, along with representatives from AFC member associations. This executive-level meeting of national representatives aimed to consider and vote on special agenda items and urgent policy and regulatory matters.

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New Books Explore Forest Monks, Thai Ghost Beliefs

A new book review column from Matichon Publishing highlights three recent titles exploring Thai spirituality and culture. The lead book examines the powerful forest monk lineage of Luang Pu Man and its historic ties to the monarchy and urban elites. Two additional works cover traditional ghost beliefs and a reinterpretation of prosperity in Thai society.

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Koh Samui Cleanup Removes 20 Tons of Marine Debris

A two-day marine debris cleanup on Koh Samui collected approximately 20 tons of waste, mostly organic wood fragments, from a 270-meter beach stretch. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suthat Chomklin praised the collaboration between government agencies, local officials, MPs, community leaders, and volunteers. Authorities installed debris containment booms and plan systematic waste management to prevent further accumulation.

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King Appoints Wat Arun Abbot to Supreme Patriarch Council

His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn has appointed the abbot of Wat Arun, Phra Prommavachamethee, to the Supreme Patriarch Council with the new ecclesiastical title Somdet Phra Vachiragovithamethee. The 83-year-old monk has served 61 years in the sangha and holds honorary doctorates in Buddhist studies. The announcement was published in the Royal Gazette on October 21, 2026, ahead of the royal Kathin ceremony by barge procession at Wat Arun in November.

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Rare Coin Honoring Revered Isan Monk Luang Pu Kinaree Revealed

A rare commemorative coin honoring the revered northeastern monk Luang Pu Kinaree Chittiyo has been documented. The bronze coin was commissioned in 1978 by then-Supreme Commander General Kriangsak Chamanan, who later became Thailand's 15th prime minister, and features the monk's portrait alongside military insignia. Now considered a sacred artifact with complete Buddhist virtues, the coin has become a valuable collector's item.

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Culture Minister Opens 31st National Book Fair in Bangkok

Culture Minister Sabida Thaiseth opened the 31st National Book Fair at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, running from October 23 to November 1, 2026. The minister emphasized the importance of critical thinking in the AI era and described books as vital tools for transmitting Thai culture and creative content globally. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt encouraged youth to read what they love, while the fair aims to connect readers and writers under the theme "Bloom: Grow Together."

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Boxing Legend Bua Khao Champions Assault Victim in Khon Kaen

Legendary Thai boxer Bua Khao Banchamek is advocating for a young woman severely injured in a glass attack in Khon Kaen. The assailant allegedly refused to cover medical costs, claimed powerful connections, and told the victim to sue. The victim suffered nerve damage, lost facial control, and faces significant physical and psychological trauma.

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King and Queen Lay Wreaths for King Chulalongkorn Day

His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen led a wreath-laying ceremony at the King Chulalongkorn Memorial in Dusit Palace on October 23 to mark King Chulalongkorn Day. Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya also participated in the rites. The royal family then proceeded to the Grand Palace for the annual merit-making ceremony honoring King Chulalongkorn.

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Couple Arrested for 50 Convenience Store Thefts Across Four Provinces

A couple has been arrested for stealing from 23 convenience store branches 50 times across Chonburi, Chachoengsao, Rayong, and Samut Prakan, causing damages of about 150,000 baht. Police seized nearly 100 stolen items and the motorcycle used in the crimes. The suspects confessed they committed the thefts due to debt, using some goods themselves and selling the rest.

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Sports Minister Affirms Muay Thai as Thai Heritage, Rejects IFMA Monopoly Claim

Thailand's Sports Minister Surasak Pancharoenworakul declared Muay Thai a national heritage and soft power that belongs to all Thais and cannot be monopolized by any organization. The statement came after the International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA) claimed sole global governance authority over the sport. The Minister affirmed that Thai law designates the Office of the Muay Thai Commission as the primary regulator and vowed to protect both amateur and professional Muay Thai from external interference.

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Black Chin Tilapia Swarm Ratchaburi Canals After Floods

Severe flooding in Ratchaburi has accelerated the spread of invasive black chin tilapia throughout the province's canal network, with villagers catching them in large numbers while fishing. Experts say the fast-breeding species — which reproduces every 22 days and tolerates polluted water — has now colonized all waterways, making eradication impossible. Authorities and the Thai Aquaculture Association are urging a shift toward developing food processing industries to manage the population and create livelihoods.

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