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Thai Sailors Get 840,000 Baht Bonus for Asian Games Medals

Thai sailors received an 840,000-baht bonus after securing two gold and one silver medal at the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya. PTTEP funded 600,000 baht of the award, while the sailing association gave additional cash to athletes and support staff. The ceremony was led by Admiral Pairoj Feungchun and PTTEP executive Peerapong Chaiyalapho in Bangkok.

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Former Olympic Boxer Somrak Khamsing Sentenced for Minor Abduction

KHON KAEN — 20 October 2026, The Court of Appeal Region 4 sentenced former Olympic boxing gold medallist Somrak Khamsing to one year and 12 months in prison without suspension in a case involving the taking of a 17-year-old girl, while increasing compensation to 80,000 baht. The court amended the lower court’s ruling, overturning the […]

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Teen Loses Four Fingers in Homemade Firecracker Explosion

In Maha Sarakham Province, a 16-year-old boy lost four fingers after attempting to recreate a social media video by packing firecracker powder into a metal pipe. The explosion also injured his right hand, arms, legs and caused hearing damage. Hospital officials warned parents to supervise children during the end of Buddhist Lent to prevent similar accidents.

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Tourism

Lamai and F.Hero Debut New Song Promoting Thai Tourism

Lamai Thongkum and F.Hero have released a new song called "Hurry Up, New Sky" in partnership with Thai AirAsia to promote domestic tourism. The track blends lukthung, rap, and regional dialects, while the music video features airline staff dancing at the carrier’s training center near Don Mueang Airport. The release aims to inspire travelers to explore Thailand during the high season.

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HPV Vaccine Recommended for Both Genders to Prevent Multiple Cancers

HPV can infect both men and women and is linked to several cancers, including cervical, anal, vaginal, bronchial, and oral‑throat cancers. The article stresses that vaccination, recommended from age nine and especially effective for ages 9‑26, builds long‑term immunity and reduces cancer risk for all genders. It advises consulting a doctor for those aged 27‑45 or with immune‑deficiency to determine the appropriate vaccination schedule.

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Man Shot Dead in Kamphaeng Saen Gunfight Over Long-Standing Feud

A gunfight in Kamphaeng Saen, Nakhon Pathom, left local figure Jim Krangnga dead after more than 30 shots were fired. Police said the shooting stemmed from a long‑standing grudge that escalated after a confrontation at a convenience store. Villagers heard over 30 rounds before the victim was taken to hospital, where he later died.

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Foundation Donates Over 6,000 Snacks to National Park Staff

The Pure Heart Foundation donated over 6,000 snacks, including cakes and spicy konjac noodles, to Thailand's Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation staff on October 20, 2026. The contribution, worth nearly 95,000 baht, was sponsored by Bai Li Enterprise and aimed to support and encourage park officers in their conservation work. Foundation leaders said the gesture expresses gratitude and encourages ongoing community sharing.

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Foreign Investment in Thailand Up 7% to 271 Billion Baht

Foreign investment in Thailand grew 7 percent in the first nine months of 2026, reaching 271.176 billion baht with 971 approved projects. Singapore topped the list of source countries, followed by Japan, China, Hong Kong and the United States. The inflow supported the creation of over 6,100 jobs for Thai workers and boosted activity in the Eastern Economic Corridor.

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DSI Chief Says He Knows Nothing of MP's Gambling Inquiry

The newly appointed director-general of Thailand's Department of Special Investigation said he had no details about the summons of Bhumjaithai MP Suchada Zang Thangtham and her husband for questioning over an online gambling case, noting he had just taken office. He emphasized that any action would follow established policy and that relevant agencies were already looking into the matter. The chief also declined to comment on whether the investigation would be fair or if it extended to other political parties.

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Thai Fencer SaowunYee Jan-na Claims Silver at Asian Para Games

Thai wheelchair fencer SaowunYee Jan-na won a silver medal in the women's foil B class at the Asian Para Games after losing to China's Kang Su in the final. The 52-year-old athlete, known by her nickname 'Waeo', expressed pride mixed with disappointment in a social media post, saying she gave her best but felt regret.

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