BANGKOK: Inflation rose to 3.90% in October, driven largely by higher fuel prices, which accounted for more than half of the increase, according to the Ministry of Commerce.
BANGKOK: Inflation rose to 3.90% in October, driven largely by higher fuel prices, which accounted for more than half of the increase, according to the Ministry of Commerce.
Thailand's disaster agency has issued a tidal surge warning for six central provinces and Bangkok from November 9-17, forecasting water levels that could exceed critical thresholds along the Chao Phraya River. Authorities warn of potential overflow into low-lying riverside communities and areas without permanent flood barriers, urging residents and businesses to prepare for possible flooding.
PHUKET: As part of World Town Planning Day activities held yesterday (Nov 6), Phuket officials proposed using “watershed-based zoning” to help identify and manage risks from flooding, drought and extreme heat as part of efforts to guide more resilient urban development.
Thai singer Lala Ponglangsa-on publicly defended colleague Mai Patcharee after a drunken audience member groped her on stage, condemning the harassment and demanding respect for performers. Lala also highlighted chronic payment problems in the entertainment industry, urging hosts to pay deposits and full fees upfront to prevent artists from walking off mid-show.
Thai Airways flight TG670 from Bangkok to Sapporo returned to Suvarnabhumi Airport shortly after takeoff on November 6 due to a landing gear door malfunction. The Airbus A330-300, registration HS-TEO, departed at 23:45 but turned back within 10 minutes at 3,000 feet after pilots detected the issue. The aircraft landed safely with no injuries reported.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul urged Thais not to panic over the viral 72-hour emergency stockpiling trend, saying people should live normally as Thailand's food infrastructure is fully self-sufficient. He guaranteed no family would go hungry and emphasized the government's greater concern is reaching vulnerable citizens during crises rather than food supply itself.
A Muay Thai trainer in Nakhon Ratchasima stormed the ring and accused judges of swapping scorecards after his fighter was awarded a draw instead of a win. The outburst triggered a heated confrontation with spectators, forcing police to intervene and calm the situation. The trainer later went live online, alleging the scorecards were altered under the stage and demanding transparency.
Senior beauty queen Kob Paphatsara commented on the charity fraud case involving Boom Panadda, expressing shock but urging the public not to lose faith in charitable work. She supports Boom personally but refuses to take sides, emphasizing that the legal process must run its course and that the actions of one individual should not tarnish the reputation of all beauty queens.
A German tourist in Pattaya was robbed by two Thai women he met on the beach and invited to his room. While he showered, the women fled with his passport, 1,000 euros, and several pieces of gold and silver jewelry. He reported the theft to Pattaya City Police, who are now investigating.
Thai celebrity Panadda 'Boom' Wongphudee and her husband Athip 'Got' Anantasupakorn were arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau on November 7, 2026, on charges including public fraud, computer crime, conspiracy, and money laundering. Both were remanded to Criminal Court for an initial 12-day detention. Panadda publicly apologized and admitted guilt before entering the police vehicle, while her lawyer confirmed they will cooperate fully with the judicial process and cease media engagement.
The Sustainability Expo 2026 highlighted the "Rayong Model," a province-wide waste management system linking 67 local administrations to convert household waste into energy through source separation and inter-municipal cooperation. The Ministry of Interior's "Clean Province" policy stresses that technology alone cannot solve the waste crisis; systematic management from households to final disposal requires active public participation and transparency. Officials presented Rayong as a template for other provinces to adapt under the national framework.
