Police

Unidentified Man Found Hanged in Phuket Mangrove Forest

PHUKET: The body of an unidentified man believed to have been dead for about a week was found hanging from a tree in a mangrove forest at the Fish Marketing Organization (FMO) premises in Ratsada on Saturday morning (Oct 10).

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PHUKET: The body of an unidentified man believed to have been dead for about a week was found hanging from a tree in a mangrove forest at the Fish Marketing Organization (FMO) premises in Ratsada on Saturday morning (Oct 10).

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Bai Toey Says Gwin Still Hurting, Urges DJ Man Contact

Bai Toey said her close friend Gwin Duval remains heartbroken after his split from Poompooy Pannipha, advising him to call DJ Man for support and noting Poompooy has also been consulting and crying for a month. She urged the public not to blame anyone and stressed that both should focus on being good parents for their children. Gwin appeared as a guest at Bai Toey’s concert, saying he is okay and that the show must go on despite the personal turmoil.

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Police

Ambulance Fire Engulfs Phuket Hospital Emergency Entrance

A fire broke out in a mobile ICU ambulance parked outside Vachira Phuket Hospital's emergency department on October 11, 2026. Emergency crews extinguished the blaze with no serious injuries reported. The cause and full damage are still being investigated.

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RWS Muay Thai Event Awards Over 3.4 Million Baht

The RWS Knocktoberfest, held at Bangkok’s Ratchadamnoen Stadium on October 10, awarded a record 3.475 million baht in bonuses across seven Muay Thai bouts. Phetsila defeated world‑ranked kickboxer Kogi Ozaki to claim a combined 750,000‑baht prize, while Kan Nakamura knocked out Igor Bikerov in the second round to win a 1‑million‑baht bonus. Other super fights, including draws and knockouts, saw additional payouts totaling the advertised amount.

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Social Security Voter Denied Ballot After System Shows Already Voted

At the Ministry of Labour in Bangkok's Din Daeng district, a voter attempting to participate in the social security board election was incorrectly informed that she had already voted. Officials verified her identity and found no signature on record, but the system still flagged her as having voted, which they blamed on a possible system hang. After confirming she had not yet received a ballot, they provided her with one so she could complete her vote.

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Bangkok Flood Victims Turn to Loan Sharks Over Delayed Aid

BANGKOK: The opposition Democrat Party has called for better access to financial assistance for flood victims in Bangkok, saying unclear and delayed relief measures have forced some affected traders to turn to loan sharks to keep their businesses afloat.

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Gwin Duval Opens Up Stage After Breakup With Pumpuay Phanthipa

Gwin Duval opened up on stage for the first time after his breakup with Pumpuay Phanthipa, saying he felt confused about life and was trying not to overthink. Speaking at Bai Toey Sutheewan’s 15‑year anniversary concert in Bangkok, he thanked the singer for her support and urged everyone to stay positive.

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Thailand Gold Price Holds Steady at 67,350 Baht

The Gold Traders Association announced that Thailand's gold price remained steady on October 11, 2026, with gold jewelry selling at 67,350 baht per baht weight, unchanged from the previous day. Gold bars were quoted at 66,350 baht to buy and 66,550 baht to sell, while global spot gold stood at $4,194 per ounce. The association's president forecast a possible rise of 1,000–2,000 baht in tomorrow's trading, potentially pushing prices above 80,000 baht.

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Employers Seek Lower Social Security Fees for Welfare-Focused Firms

Employers at Thailand's Social Security Board election are pushing for lower contribution rates for companies that provide good employee welfare, especially health benefits. They also demand transparent and efficient management of the fund, citing past wasteful spending and urging voters to participate. The proposals come as the contribution ceiling has risen and employers seek a more neutral, preventive-focused system.

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Bangkok Residents Praise Flood Volunteers, Doubt Future Prevention

A Nida Poll shows most Bangkok residents admire foundations, rescue teams, and volunteer groups for their help during the September 2026 floods, while many doubt future flood prevention. The survey of 1,310 residents found over a third were personally affected by floodwaters, and opinions on lessons learned were split, with the largest share saying lessons won't prevent future problems.

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Social Security Board Election Draws Strong Turnout

Thailand's Social Security Board election got underway on October 11, 2026, with voters lining up at the Ministry of Labour in Bangkok and at workplaces nationwide. Officials reported a lively atmosphere and expect turnout to exceed last year's numbers, driven by increased social‑media outreach. Senior labour‑ministry officials monitored the polls and encouraged participation.

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