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Cabinet Approves Khettrat Chan Sin as Prachuap Khiri Khan Governor

The Thai Cabinet has approved Lieutenant Colonel Khettrat Chan Sin as the new governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan province. He will transition from his role as a security adviser and policy analyst in the Interior Ministry. The appointment will take effect after receiving royal endorsement.

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The Cabinet meeting endorsed the Interior Ministry’s proposal to relieve Lieutenant Colonel Khettrat Chan Sin of his duties as a security adviser and policy analyst at the Interior Ministry’s Office of the Permanent Secretary, and to appoint him as governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan province, a senior administrative position. The appointment will become effective from the date of royal endorsement. The announcement was made by Deputy Government Spokesperson Lalida Perisriwatthana at 1:30 p.m. on October 14, 2026, at the Government House.

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Community

Woman Brings 100 Pumpkins to Ayutthaya Shrine for Blessing

A 27‑year‑old seafood wholesale owner from Pathum Thani brought 100 pumpkins to a hermitage in Ayutthaya to give thanks after her sales targets were met. While there, visitors photographed wax droplets in the holy‑water basin and reported seeing the numbers 82 and 1653, which they plan to use for luck. The woman says she regularly makes the offering with her family.

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Police

Police Bust Child Sex Bar Free Three Teens in Thailand

Police in Nakhon Si Thammarat arrested a 43-year-old beer bar owner for running a child sex trafficking operation, rescuing three teenagers aged 15 to 16. The raid followed an undercover purchase of child services for 3,500 baht. The suspect faces multiple charges including human trafficking and procurement of minors for sexual exploitation.

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National

State Audit Office Flags Irregular Hiring at Thai PBS

The State Audit Office announced audit results for Thai PBS, citing irregularities in hiring production personnel and improper remuneration payments. The audit followed internal complaints received in late 2025 and early 2026 about unlawful spending, and also examined senior executives’ use of organizational assets. Officials said further reports on vehicle use and potential misconduct will be released soon, with any findings of corruption to be forwarded to the anti-corruption commission.

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National

Cabinet Appoints Natthawut Dandee as New Meteorology Chief

The Thai Cabinet has appointed Natthawut Dandee as the new director-general of the Meteorological Department. He was previously deputy director-general and will fill a vacant position. The appointment was announced by government spokesperson Lalida Perisriwattan on October 14, 2026.

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National

Ministry of Agriculture Revamps Lower Chao Phraya Irrigation System

Thailand’s Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives launched a high‑level forum to overhaul the irrigation system in the lower eastern Chao Phraya Basin, aiming for systematic water management that balances agricultural needs, flood and drought resilience, and community wellbeing. The event featured EU and French officials, the Asian Development Bank and the World Bank, and outlined plans to upgrade canals, boost storage capacity, and apply data‑driven technology. Officials said the upgrades will help farmers plan production more securely and strengthen long‑term water stability for agriculture and the public.

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National

Cabinet Appoints Transport and PM Office Deputies

The Cabinet has appointed Songyasin Chonpattapip as deputy permanent secretary of the Ministry of Transport to fill a vacancy. It also transferred Paitoon Kongkankhant from the National Water Resources Office to become deputy permanent secretary of the Prime Minister's Office. Both appointments will take effect after receiving royal endorsement.

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National

East NJT Racing Signs TT Veteran Paul Jordan

East NJT Racing has signed Isle of Man TT veteran Paul Jordan to compete in the third round of Thailand’s Superbike Championship at Buriram’s Chang International Circuit from Oct 16‑18. Jordan arrived in Thailand on Oct 14 and was welcomed by team officials and Thai rider Mook Mooklada Saraphet before heading to the track. The team will field Jordan on a Honda CBR1000RR‑R number 22 in the SB1Pro class, with practice starting Friday and the main race on Sunday at 4:30 p.m.

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National

Go-Kart Organizers Enforce Strict Rules After Cadet B Protest

Go‑kart organizers issued strict technical rules after a protest in the TrueVisions Championship 2026 Cadet B class, requiring identical karts and engines and allowing only limited part substitutions. Any engine failure must be addressed through a formal spare‑engine request to the R.Y.S.T. race officials. The rule sheet was shared by TNP Motorsport manager Pornanut Lerttaveewit, whose son competed, following the controversy over rival driver “Payu”’s victory.

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Police

Former Boxer Amnat Ruenreng Seen Buying Drugs, Drunk in Sriracha

Former world boxing champion Amnat Ruenreng was seen leaving his Sriracha home on a motorbike after allegedly buying drugs, according to police informant Jonny. Jonny said Amnat is now drunk and has refused to return home to take his medication, warning relatives not to interfere. The incident has raised concerns about a relapse into substance abuse.

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Weather

Heavy Rain Warns of Landslides, Flash Floods in Seven Provinces

Thailand’s Department of Mineral Resources warned that heavy rain could cause landslides and flash floods in seven provinces, including Uthai Thani, Suphan Buri and Trang. The agency urged local volunteers to monitor conditions and prepare for possible geo‑hazard incidents. The warning follows a Meteorological Department forecast of heavy rain across northern, central, eastern and upper southern regions.

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