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Takraw League Returns For 2027 Season Qualification Begins December

The Thailand Takraw League is returning for its 2027 season, beginning with a qualification round in December 2026. Sixteen clubs will compete in men's regu matches across ten circuits held at the Imperial World Convention Hall in Samrong, with the season running from February to July 2027. The league offers a total prize pool of about 2.97 million baht, including rewards for qualification, circuit victories, and the overall champion.

Takraw League Returns For 2027 Season Qualification Begins December
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The Thailand Takraw League is set to return, offering athletes a chance to display their abilities and push the sport forward under the banner 'TAKRAW IS COMING HOME — Bring Takraw Back Home.' The ROAD TO TTL qualification round will run from December 4 to 7, 2026, to select teams for the official 2027 season, which kicks off with the first match on February 5–7, 2027.

The 2027 season will feature men's regu (team) competition with 16 clubs battling in a knockout format across ten circuits. Each circuit crowns a venue champion while teams accumulate points toward the season title. All circuits will be held at the Imperial World Convention Hall, sixth floor, in Samrong, with the schedule running from February to July 2027.

Total prize money for the season amounts to approximately 2.97 million baht, comprising 238,000 baht for the qualification round, 2.23 million baht for the ten circuit events, and 500,000 baht for the overall season champion. Athletes, clubs, and takraw fans are invited to join this important comeback and can follow registration details, match schedules, and further updates through the league’s official channels.

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Cabinet Designates Samut Sakhon Flood Disaster Area, Orders Car Lifts

The Cabinet has designated Samut Sakhon province as a flood disaster area and approved additional relief funds for Samut Songkhram. Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Chanvirakul ordered the Transport Ministry to offer free vehicle‑recovery for flooded cars and the Education Ministry to repair water‑damaged vehicles, while streamlining aid procedures. The measures aim to speed up assistance nationwide.

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Thai Chamber Warns Floods May Cut GDP by 0.15%

The Thai Chamber of Commerce warns that recent floods could cost the economy between 17 and 30 billion baht and cut GDP by up to 0.15%. Bangkok bears the brunt of the losses, while the Chamber outlines three scenarios and urges government action to stimulate services, protect workers, coordinate supply chains, and compensate farmers. Despite the impact, the Chamber maintains its 2025 GDP forecast of 2.2‑2.5%.

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Community

Pop Pongkool and Oat Pramote Deliver Hilarious Concert in Bangkok

Pop Pongkool and Oat Pramote's 'Buerm Buerm concert' lit up Bangkok's Paragon Hall on September 26-27, 2026 with two days of music, comedy and surprise guest stars. Highlights included appearances by Tak Burirot, Oak Little John, DJ Art Marut, Billkin and a mystery-guest segment that brought acts like Pixxie in flight-attendant costumes and veteran singers Su Sunaree, Hai Aphaporn and Tak Siriporn. The show closed with heartfelt performances and an energetic finale that left the audience cheering.

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National

Agoda Expands Bangkok Tech Hub, Hires 4,500 Skilled Workers

Agoda has established its largest regional office in Bangkok, employing over 4,500 skilled workers and positioning the city as its global tech and operations hub. The BOI highlighted Thailand’s strong talent pool and supportive visa policies that enable the company to draw international experts alongside Thai staff. The hub focuses on software development, AI, and data science, with innovations from Thailand powering Agoda’s worldwide platform.

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Police

Vietnamese Fugitive Nabbed in Phuket Over $150M Property Scam

Vietnamese national Tang Ngoc Nho was arrested in Phuket after hiding there under an Interpol red notice for allegedly defrauding victims of over 150 million baht in a real‑estate scheme. Thai police, acting on orders from senior immigration officials, detained him at a Chalong shopping mall and are preparing his extradition to Vietnam. The capture took place during Operation MAHARLIKA 5, a joint Thai‑Interpol drive targeting red‑notice individuals ahead of the World Bank meeting in the country.

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Police

Police Investigate Cage Confinement at Kanchanaburi Elderly Home

An elderly woman was allegedly confined in a metal cage at a care centre in Tham Wa, Kanchanaburi, for 11 months, forced to use a detergent bucket for bodily functions and given minimal water and toilet paper. Police and health officials investigated after complaints aired on a TV programme, finding the centre lacked a proper medical licence and was operating beyond its permitted scope. The victim, named Pat, has publicly shown her face to confirm the abuse and describe the inhumane conditions.

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National

Senate Proposes VAT Hike to Offset Revenue Gap

Thailand's Senate urged the Finance Ministry to raise the value‑added tax to offset a 760‑billion‑baht revenue shortfall, arguing that low‑income earners would be compensated through refunds. Senators also called for better use of off‑budget funds and improved management of state assets to boost income and reduce borrowing. The proposal came during the October 6, 2026, Senate review of the FY2025 financial report.

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Community

Mitsubishi Electric Donates Wheelchairs to Disabled in Chachoengsao

Mitsubishi Electric Thailand donated 50 wheelchairs, 50 fans, adult diapers and absorbent pads worth 244,655 baht to people with disabilities in Chachoengsao Province as part of its ninth annual 'The Giver Project'. The items were handed over to the provincial social development office, with Deputy Governor Prasert Inthachot accepting them at the Bang Pakong District Hall. The initiative aims to improve mobility and quality of life for recipients.

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Police

Police Raid Border Market, Arrest 26 Illegal Cambodian Residents

Sa Kaeo authorities raided the Rong Kluea Market and a nearby 200‑room community after villagers reported illegal Cambodian residents. The joint police‑immigration‑military operation resulted in the arrest of 26 Cambodians lacking permission to stay or work in Thailand. The suspects were transferred to the Khlong Luek police station for further investigation.

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Thai Chamber Urges Upgrade of Suvarnabhumi Air Cargo System

Thai business leaders urged the Transport Minister to unlock and upgrade the Suvarnabhumi air cargo system, proposing short‑, medium‑ and long‑term measures to ease chronic congestion. They said air cargo handled about 5.53 trillion baht of trade in the first seven months of 2025, with exports worth roughly 2.42 trillion baht, and that delays caused by weather and procedural bottlenecks had disrupted supply chains. The chamber’s recommendations focus on improving X‑ray screening, expanding cargo yards, boosting manpower and equipment, and strengthening inter‑agency coordination.

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