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Billkin Asks Fans to Donate for Cancer Patients on Birthday

Thai singer Billkin has launched a birthday charity drive asking fans to donate to the Siriraj Foundation’s cancer treatment fund instead of sending gifts. The campaign runs from October 2 to 31, offering donors a chance to win exclusive photocard rewards and providing tax benefits. Fans can also join the celebration online with the hashtag #BILLKIN27thEdition.

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Billkin announced that he will not accept any birthday presents, whether goods, flowers, letters, or food and drinks. He wants to turn the immense support and love from his fans into real charitable giving for society. The main goal this year is to partner with the Siriraj Foundation’s Surgical Cancer Patient Treatment Fund, which helps financially disadvantaged cancer patients obtain cutting‑edge medical technology. He emphasized that timely treatment is not just a hope but a necessity for many patients. From October 2 to 31, 2026, every donation of 500 baht or more made through the designated fund enters donors into a draw to win an exclusive Billkin 27th Birthday photocard—four designs are available, with one randomly selected per donation, with no limit on the number of chances. The cards will be mailed out starting December 15, 2026. Donors can also contribute conveniently via the foundation’s QR‑code e‑Donation system and may claim double tax deductions according to Siriraj Foundation regulations. In addition to donating, fans can celebrate Billkin’s birthday and spread encouragement using the hashtag #BILLKIN27thEdition on social media, turning their love into light that helps prolong the lives of others.

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Pickup Truck Hits Tree in Rain, Killing Phatthalung Businessman

A pickup truck veered off a rain‑slicked stretch of the Phetkasem Highway in Phatthalung and crashed into a tree, killing the driver. The victim, 36‑year‑old Worawut, owned several vehicle‑inspection stations in southern Thailand and was traveling from Mae Khree in Thasode District toward Nakhon Si Thammarat when the accident occurred. CCTV footage recorded the impact, showing the truck’s engine separating and the driver trapped against the steering wheel.

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Bangkok Community Named Model Village for Buddhist Five Precepts

Khlong Bang Noi community in Bangkok's Talingchan district has been designated a model village for the Five Precepts Buddhist initiative after a field inspection by senior monks, officials, and the governor. The project promotes social harmony by applying the Five Precepts in daily life, supported by temples, local administration, schools, and community groups. Activities include merit‑making, environmental conservation, elder care, and volunteer work, linking home, temple, and government.

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Tourism

Wang Saphung Launches Nine‑Site Temple Tour for Positive Energy

Loei’s Wang Saphung district is promoting a nine‑site temple pilgrimage to welcome the year’s first cool weather, offering visitors merit‑making, positive energy, and spectacular scenery. The route includes the City Pillar Shrine, several historic monasteries with unique architecture, and natural sites such as the Buddha‑footprint cave. Officials hope the tour will boost tourism and bring prosperity throughout the year.

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Police

18‑Wheel Truck Runs Over Motorcyclist in Nakhon Si Thammarat Collision

On October 4, 2026, an 18‑wheel truck collided with a motorcycle on Asia Highway 41 near Ron Phibun in Nakhon Si Thammarat, knocking the rider down before running over him and killing him instantly. Police Colonel Sunanthan Nak nikam led the response, finding the victim’s blue Honda motorcycle wrecked nearby and the truck parked about 500 meters away. The driver will be detained as investigators continue to determine liability.

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National

Professor Criticizes Plan to Replace Sin Tax with General Budget

Professor Burachit Singkaneti opposes a government plan to replace the 2% sin tax with general budget allocations, saying it would benefit alcohol and tobacco interests and harm health‑prevention programs. A former deputy health minister warned the change would weaken disease‑prevention efforts, increase illness, cut public‑health funding and worsen hospital deficits. Experts maintain the earmarked tax is fiscally sound and legally compliant, with no need for legal amendment.

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World Artists Inspire Thai Youth at Bangkok Arts Festival

The Department of Cultural Promotion awarded funding for the fifth Student Outreach Program at the 28th Bangkok International Performing Arts and Music Festival. The initiative provides Thai youth with free workshops and mentorship from world‑class artists, including an orchestral session led by a conductor from Belarus’ Bolshoi Theatre. Officials say the program aims to nurture talent and reduce inequality in the creative sector.

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Community

Luang Pho Lek’s Legacy Honored With Famous Amulet

Luang Pho Lek Pussathevo, former abbot of Wat Sam Chin in Samut Songkhram, is honored for his religious leadership, temple improvements, and creation of the famous Naga Khieow amulet. His life spanned monastic study, teaching, and extensive building projects that benefited the local community. He died in 1969 at age seventy after fifty years as a monk.

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Community

Thai Amulet Collectors Pursue Large-Sized Phra Pit Ta

Collectors are actively seeking large-sized Phra Pit Ta amulets made by revered monks such as Luang Pu Yim Chanthachoti, whose sacred powders were gathered over three years and consecrated until 2445 BE. The article also details other popular amulets like the Luang Pu Nak commemorative coin, the Luang Pu Suk Mahaprab token, and the unique lotus‑seated Phra Pit Ta from Wat Suwannaram. These items highlight the vibrant amulet‑collecting culture across central and western Thailand.

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Thai Artist JENÉ Drops First Single 'Lame Excuses'

Thai singer JENÉ of Double Mass has released her debut single "Lame Excuses", a Pop‑Rock track with Emo influences that details a love‑triangle and the frustration of hollow justifications. The song, based on her own experience, captures the moment her patience snaps and she rejects empty explanations. A companion music video expands the theme to a family story, featuring her friend Ploy Saranarin.

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Toyota Rolls Out Flood Aid Program for Affected Thai Drivers

Toyota has launched a comprehensive flood assistance program called 'Toyota Trusted Journey' to help customers whose vehicles were affected by recent flooding. The initiative includes free vehicle inspections, insurance claim support, parts discounts, and financing options for repairs or replacement vehicles. The program aims to stand beside customers from the driveway back onto the road.

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