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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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Socialite Seeks Monks Over Black Magic Fears

High‑society Nam Wan feared she had been cursed with black magic and consulted many monks for relief. Her husband Navin Tar affirmed that their family of five is his top priority, pledging to support her legally and publicly. After a period of family turmoil and rumors, the couple has reconciled, sharing affectionate moments that signal a renewed bond.

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Thai Singer Jenny Reflects on 11-Year Struggle in Surat Thani

Thai singer Jenny Rachanak Suwannaket shared an old photo from 11 years ago, recalling how she dropped out of school to sing in a Surat Thani restaurant for tips while living in a 500‑baht room. She thanked herself for persevering through hardship, lying about her name to keep schoolmates unaware, and noted how far she has come, now running a southern music label and driving a new luxury car.

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Deputy PM Says Ready to Help Explain No-Confidence Debate

Deputy Prime Minister Yossachan Wongsuwat said he is ready to help explain the upcoming no-confidence debate against the government. He denied allegations that the People's Party is allying with Pheu Thai to protect ministers, insisting that no one is a political enemy. Speaking at Government House, he urged cooperation between parties and emphasized focusing on urgent national tasks.

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Opposition Leader Urges Govt to Prepare Evidence for No‑Confidence Debate

Opposition leader Chai Chana criticized the government for labeling the no‑confidence debate as mere 'democratic entertainment' and urged it to prepare substantive responses. He said the opposition possesses never‑before‑released evidence and highlighted three areas of alleged government failure. Chai Chana called on coalition parties to clarify their stance and urged the government to set a clear debate schedule by late October or early November.

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Pickup Tire Blowout Throws 20‑Year‑Old to Death on Phuket Bridge

A pickup truck’s tire burst on Thepsirin Bridge (Ghost Island) in Phuket, causing the vehicle to lose control and eject a 20‑year‑old passenger, who died from a deep chest wound. Police and forensic officials arrived at the scene shortly after midnight on 12 October 2026 and began investigating the cause. The victim’s body was taken to Vachira Phuket Hospital for further procedures.

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Scholar Claims Bribes Offered for Teacher Transfers Northeast Thailand

An independent academic has alleged that 300,000 baht bribes are being offered to secure teacher transfers in Thailand's Northeast region. He said the claim emerged after the TRS transfer system, which previously blocked extortion, was replaced by additional guidelines under Order W18. The academic shared chat messages as evidence and said senior officials encouraged the practice because the TRS system was deemed cumbersome.

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Thai Boy Band VVV Releases Romantic Single Viva

Thai boy band VVV has released their new romantic single Viva (Wedding), an Easy Listening pop track about secretly loving someone and dreaming of a wedding. The song features the vocals of members Junior Pariya Jiyangkul, Geewat Jirawat Chaphankij, and Janus Sirra Witthayathananarak. It is now available on major streaming services and the band's Instagram.

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PM Praises Phetchaburi Flood Response, Urges Provinces to Adopt Model

The Prime Minister praised Phetchaburi’s rapid flood response and urged other provinces to follow its water‑management model, noting that over 1.069 billion baht in relief has already been paid to more than 135,000 households. He ordered the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department to update its alert system and consider establishing a forward center in the south if flooding recurs. The remarks came during a national disaster‑management meeting held on 12 October 2069.

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Police Arrest Suspect in Tak Abduction of Three Chinese Men

Police have arrested a suspect in Tak province over the alleged abduction of three Chinese men who travelled to Thailand for promised jobs but were later found bound and blindfolded in a pickup truck near the Myanmar border. The arrest took place yesterday, October 11, after investigators traced a man suspected of helping transport the Chinese … The story Police arrest suspect after 3 Chinese men found bound in Tak as seen on Thaiger News.

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