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Thai Singer Nene Royal Voices Disney’s Hexed Film

Thai pop star Nene Royal has landed her first voice‑acting role as Billy in Disney’s Hexed, a magical teen adventure. The Film Archive also announced its 16th national film heritage list for 2026, while GMM Grammy and partners delivered school supplies to a border‑area school in Sisaket. A Disney Halloween playlist was highlighted for the upcoming holiday.

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Thai singer Nene Royal said she is thrilled to make her voice‑acting debut as Billy, the 16‑year‑old heroine who discovers her magical powers in Disney’s Hexed. She noted that while sharing the character’s age helps her relate, expressing the role’s emotions solely through her voice is a new challenge she is eager to meet. Meanwhile, the Film Archive announced its 16th national film heritage registration for 2026, highlighting the 2005 film ‘Choerm’ and honoring its director, producer and lead actors. In a separate initiative, GMM Grammy, the Thai Power Heart Foundation and GMM Music artist Stien Thamme delivered school supplies to Ban Pra Tip School in Sisaket to help restore education in a Thai‑Cambodia border area, and a Disney Halloween playlist featuring tracks from Haunted Mansion, Agatha All Along and Descendants was promoted for the upcoming holiday.

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Govt Spokesman Admits Low Flood-Poll Scores, Promises Better Outreach

Government spokesperson Ekapop Pianpisut admitted that recent polls on flood‑management gave the administration low scores, indicating the public does not yet feel improvement. He said officials are working hard but the public has not seen results, stressing the need for better communication of government efforts. Ekapop expressed hope that the next poll will reflect improved performance.

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Industrial Minister Orders Strict Checks After Prachinburi Chemical Leak

Industrial Minister Varawut Silpa-archa said his ministry is actively responding to a chemical leak from waste at a factory in Sri Maha Pho, Prachinburi, ordering strict inspections and threatening immediate shutdowns for violators. He also addressed criticism about focusing on floods in Suphanburi while wearing two hats as minister and local representative, saying he understands both roles. The ministry plans to seek damages and possibly seize assets of offending companies, and to involve anti-money laundering authorities.

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Thai Volunteer Uses Miss Thailand Pin to Fund Charity

Thai volunteer and image expert Chanipa Na Nakhon is raising funds for charity by auctioning a limited-edition Miss Thailand 2019 crown pin decorated with Swarovski crystals. The pin, a rare historical collectible from the year Thailand won its first Miss International title, will support the 'Do Good Organization' founded by former Miss Thailand Bum Panadda. Proceeds will aid volunteer efforts in public hospitals and emergency relief planning.

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Court Delays Decision on PAD Protesters' Amnesty Petition

The Criminal Court postponed a hearing on whether 39 PAD protesters charged with rebellion could benefit from an amnesty law, as both sides are filing appeals under the Peace Promotion Act. Lawyer Sawat Charoenphon said the court must now wait for the Supreme Court’s decision, which has no fixed timeline. Former PAD leaders Kaweesorn Athiphoti and Somsak Kosaisuk attended the morning session but left after learning the delay.

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Bangkok Bank Temporarily Suspends Services for System Upgrade

Bangkok Bank will temporarily suspend a range of services—including mobile banking, electronic channels, ATM transactions and card payments—while it upgrades its systems on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 02:00 to 09:00. During the maintenance window, customers will be unable to conduct deposits, withdrawals, transfers or make purchases using the bank’s credit, debit and travel cards. The bank apologizes for the inconvenience and directs users to its website for more information.

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Anutin Says October No-Confidence Debate Fine Five Days Too Long

Anutin Charnvirakul said he is comfortable with a no-confidence debate set for late October but believes five days is excessive. He expressed confidence that the Pheu Thai Party will not abandon the Bhumjaithai ministers targeted by the opposition, and that the government will remain united. He noted that his schedule in mid‑November for ASEAN and APEC summits will not clash with the debate.

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PM Confirms Canal R.1 Work to Finish Before Flood Season

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the National Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Command meeting was not suspended, noting Thailand is hosting the World Bank and IMF this week. He emphasized that southern flood preparations are underway, with several ministers already assigned to the region and Canal R.1 upgrades on track to finish before the flood season. The government has allocated over 700‑800 million baht for the canal project, and the Irrigation Department is monitoring progress closely.

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Thai Zoo Organization Balances Conservation, Research, Learning, Innovation

The Zoo Organization of Thailand under Royal Patronage balances wildlife conservation, research, education, and innovation across its seven facilities nationwide. It has successfully reintroduced species such as Thai cranes, hornbills, and clouded leopards, and launched digital tools like the ZOODIO platform and Zoo e‑Ticket system. Each zoo—from Khao Kheow Open Zoo to Chiang Mai and Nakhon Ratchasima—offers distinct learning and conservation experiences for the public.

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Japan Sumo Team To Perform In Bangkok For Thailand-Japan Anniversary

Japan's sumo association announced a three-day exhibition in Bangkok from June 11-13, 2027 to celebrate 140 years of Thailand-Japan diplomatic relations. The event will be held at the One Bangkok Forum, which holds about 5,800 spectators, following similar shows in London and Paris. A press conference on October 9 allowed fans to meet the wrestlers, who also demonstrated at the Foreign Ministry.

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Chanthaburi Police Arrest Man Over 21 Million Baht Romance Scam

Police in Chanthaburi have arrested a Thai man accused of a romance scam, in which he deceived a victim into handing over more than 21 million baht through hundreds of payments and transfers over nearly 17 months. Investigators allege the suspect used fake bank statements and police documents to convince the victim he could repay … The story Thai man held over 21m baht romance scam, fake documents as seen on Thaiger News.

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