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Thai Badminton Star Ratchanok Withdraws From Denmark Open After Injury

Thai badminton star Ratchanok Intanon has withdrawn from the Denmark Open due to a recurring injury. The 31‑year‑old, who was runner‑up at the Arctic Open 2026, said she needs extra rest after consulting her coach. She thanked supporters and vowed to return as soon as she is fit.

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Thai world No.5 badminton player Ratchanok Intanon has withdrawn from the Denmark Open scheduled for October 13‑18 due to injury. The 31‑year‑old, who recently finished runner‑up at the Arctic Open 2026, said her injury flared up slightly and, after consulting her coach following the Finland event, she decided she needs more rest to avoid long‑term damage. Ratchanok thanked everyone for their concern and said she will return to competition as soon as possible, but for now she must listen to her body.

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Interior Ministry Chief Rebukes Former Official Over Corruption Claims

Interior Ministry Permanent Secretary Arsit Sampantharat defended the ministry against criticism from his predecessor Sutthiphong Chunlueren, asserting that the ministry is not shameful and has resolved problems quickly. He said past exam‑corruption issues were not addressed earlier, but his office has launched seven‑day investigations and filed charges. Arsit urged Sutthiphong to give feedback directly rather than through the media and noted that several former officials have praised his efforts.

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CAAT Bans Drone Flights Over Bangkok During IMF-World Bank Meeting

Thailand’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) has prohibited all drone flights in the VT R1 Bangkok City airspace on 16 October to ensure security during the IMF–World Bank Annual Meeting 2026. The ban applies for 24 hours and covers the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre and surrounding areas in Bangkok. Authorized drone operations related to the event must obtain prior approval via the UAS Portal and coordinate with police antidrone units, with violators facing up to one year in jail or a fine of 40,000 baht.

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Small Plane Crashes in Chonburi, One Person Injured

The small aircraft crashed in a field in Bang Lamung, Chonburi, on October 13, 2026, injuring one person, a Thai-German man named Martin. Rescue teams arrived quickly, and the plane, marked HS-FPO, was found badly damaged among grass and trees. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.

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Deputy Minister Phl Phir Rebukes Ex-Permanent Secretary Over Criticism

Deputy Minister of Interior Phl Phir Suwanchavee rebuked a former permanent secretary who called himself the 'billion‑baht permanent secretary', saying he would be ashamed to disparage civil servants. He defended the flood‑relief work of three new deputy ministers and noted that Eastern Economic Corridor projects remain under NACC investigation. Phl Phir urged that responsibility for past local‑corruption cases be examined by looking at who led the ministry at the time, and stressed that legal processes continue despite recent suspect releases.

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Bangkok Commuters Urged to Improve Public Transport Etiquette

A Bangkok news article highlights five common annoyances on public transport, including playing loud phone audio without headphones, leaning on poles, occupying priority seats, carrying large backpacks in crowded vehicles, and cutting in line to board. It urges commuters to practice basic etiquette to improve comfort and safety for everyone. The piece encourages self‑reflection and simple adjustments for smoother shared travel.

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Small Plane Crashes in Chonburi, Pilot Injured

A small aircraft went down in Bang Lamung, Chonburi, only two minutes after leaving the ground, leaving the pilot injured. Emergency responders arrived quickly to secure the area and begin an investigation into the cause of the crash. The accident took place at 11:30 a.m. on October 13, 2026, in Soi Thung Glom Tamun 15, Nong Prue.

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Homeowner Alerts Authorities After Venomous Snake Enters House

A homeowner in Chiang Mai called municipal emergency services after a venomous triangle snake entered their home while they were cleaning. Officers captured the snake and the resident is now investigating how it got inside to prevent future encounters. Although local belief associates such sightings with good luck, experts warn that snake bites require prompt medical treatment.

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Former Thailand Setter Cheers Chiang Rai School’s PMYC Volleyball Win

Former Thai national volleyball setter Sornya Promla cheered her alma mater's girls' under‑15 volleyball team from Chiang Rai after they won the provincial PMYC title. She praised the tournament for giving rural youth a chance to compete, gain experience, and develop their skills.

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Thai Para Team Chases Gold in Mixed 4x100m Relay

Thai para-athlete Pongsakorn Paeyo is leading the national mixed 4x100m relay team as they train in Japan for the 2026 Asian Para Games, aiming to match or surpass their previous tally of 27 gold medals. The squad combines athletes from various impairment classes, including Paralympic medalists Suniyonphorn Thanonwong, Sasirawan Inthachot, Amorntep Phonpanan, and Paeyo himself. Other Thai associations are also sending competitors in boccia, swimming, athletics, and table tennis, with wheelchair racer Chaiwat Ratana targeting double gold in the 100m and 800m events.

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Bank Thiti Delays Wedding Plans to Settle Family Debt

Bank Thiti said he is not ready to marry his girlfriend Pimtha yet, wanting to clear his family's debts first after five to six years of dating. He revealed that his coffee chain Refill Coffee has three branches in Khon Kaen and Bangkok, and he is focusing on maintaining quality rather than expanding. Bank added that he still has family obligations and hopes to settle them so his parents can rest and he can build his own stable future.

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