PHUKET: The Darasamut Underpass will be temporarily closed at night from today (Oct 8) as the Phuket Highways Office carries out repairs to concrete barriers inside the tunnel.
PHUKET: The Darasamut Underpass will be temporarily closed at night from today (Oct 8) as the Phuket Highways Office carries out repairs to concrete barriers inside the tunnel.
Mother Napat says her son hired two men to abduct her from her Bangkok home, beating her and taking her to an elderly care centre in Kanchanaburi. She filed a complaint with Wang Thonglang Police Station, accompanied by activist Ekaphop Leuangprasert, alleging unlawful detention and a related safe‑theft case. Police are investigating and will question the son, daughter and witnesses.
HeyTea has opened its first Thai flagship store at Bangkok’s CentralWorld, drawing long lines with its premium tea offerings. The outlet features a ‘HeyTea Lab’ concept, exclusive menu items like jackfruit oolong cloud tea, and is the brand’s largest store outside China. Executive Matthew Haoge Zhou cited Thailand’s strong food culture and tourism appeal as key reasons for the launch.
The western-central Thailand food entrepreneur network is hosting the 'Flavor Imagination Delicious Dish' festival from October 16–18, 2026 in Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan. The event aims to elevate street food and local cuisine, add value through regional ingredients, and link tourism with community economies. Over 40 booths will feature renowned restaurants, hotels, and culinary groups showcasing innovative menus and promoting gastronomy tourism.
Students from Khon Kaen University’s 1+3 project participated in an Identity Camp in Nong Khai, where they learned to prepare the traditional Mekong riverside chili paste known as jaew sop. The process involves treating bai bon leaves to remove their itchy properties, fermenting and steaming them, then blending with chili, garlic, shallots, and fish. The dish recently earned second place in a national Thai PBS cooking competition.
Office workers in Thailand are warned that five common work habits—such as crossing legs, slouching, improper lifting, phone‑shoulder cradling, and leaning too far forward—can cause or worsen back pain. Correcting these postures can relieve symptoms and lower the risk of chronic back pain, which affects over 80 % of working adults each year. If pain persists, medical consultation is advised.
The traditional Ka Yang Kong pattern of the Karen Ploong community in Chiang Mai's Doi Tao district is being revitalized by young designer Ja Ja Chanannyapat Pu Ped, who blends heritage weaving with contemporary fashion. Her brand Karen Weaving Doitao transforms the ceremonial garment into versatile wear while preserving its cultural significance. Elders and youth collaborate to ensure the pattern’s legacy continues amid modern trends.
Thai SEC has approved regulations allowing crypto‑exchange‑traded funds to be listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand starting October 16, initially limited to Bitcoin and Ethereum. The rules require passive management, minimum 80% crypto exposure, custody with approved DA Custodians, and prohibit margin loans for purchasing these ETFs. The measures aim to expand investment choices while strengthening investor protection.
A health warning explains that drinking bubble milk tea every day can secretly raise the risk of five serious conditions, including diabetes, fatty liver, obesity, heart disease, and possibly cancer. The article details how sugar, trans fats, oxalates, and excess calories in the drink contribute to each risk. It offers tips such as cutting sugar, choosing healthier creamers, and moderating consumption to enjoy the beverage safely.
A trailer truck collided with a car and sideswiped a pickup on Thanarat Road in Nakhon Ratchasima, killing one person and injuring six. Rescue crews freed five trapped occupants, including two young children, and sent them to Pak Chong Nana Hospital. Police warned the intersection is accident‑prone and urged drivers to slow down.
The Election Commission has moved 32 polling stations for the upcoming Social Security Board election on October 11 after flooding affected the original sites. Employers and insured persons nationwide are advised to verify their voting details through the Social Security Office’s online channels or contact local offices. SMS alerts will be sent on October 9 to inform voters of the changes.
