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Thai Environment Ministry Honors King Rama IX on Memorial Day

Thailand’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment conducted a merit‑making ceremony on October 12, 2026, to honor King Bhumibol Adulyadej Rama IX on Wan Naminton Maharaj Day. The event, led by Minister Suchat Chomglin and Permanent Secretary Dr. Rawiwann Phuridej, took place in the ministry’s Saksit Tredech Conference Room and highlighted the king’s contributions to the nation’s development. Wan Naminton Maharaj Day, observed each October 13, commemorates the king’s passing and was officially named by cabinet in September 2023.

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The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment held a merit‑making ceremony on October 12, 2026, to honor King Bhumibol Adulyadej Rama IX on Wan Naminton Maharaj Day. Led by Minister Suchat Chomglin and Permanent Secretary Dr. Rawiwann Phuridej, officials, civil servants and staff gathered in the Saksit Tredech Conference Room on the ministry’s second floor to pay tribute to the late king’s immeasurable grace and his great contributions to Thailand’s land and people in economic, social, environmental and quality‑of‑life development. Wan Naminton Maharaj Day, observed each October 13, marks the anniversary of King Rama IX’s passing and was officially named by cabinet resolution on September 26, 2023, following a royal name grant from King Maha Vajiralongkorn. The ministry pledged to continue the king’s legacy by sustainably conserving, restoring and managing the nation’s natural resources and environment for the public’s benefit.

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Tourism

Foreign Tourist Arrivals in Thailand Drop 4% to 23.9 Million

Thailand recorded 23.94 million foreign tourist arrivals in the first ten months of 2026, a 4% decline year‑on‑year, with tourism revenue reaching 1.16 trillion baht. Weekly arrivals fell 7.5% after Asian holidays ended, driven by a sharp 41.6% drop in Chinese visitors, while Russian and Taiwanese numbers rose. The tourism ministry expects short‑haul travel to stay subdued in the coming week.

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Police

Police Seize 300 Tonnes of Industrial Waste in Chonburi Warehouse

Authorities raided an abandoned warehouse in Ban Bueng district, Chonburi, seizing over 300 tonnes of suspected industrial waste hidden in big bags. Four suspects, including a truck driver and Myanmar workers, were detained for questioning. Officials are still investigating the source of the waste and whether it contains hazardous substances.

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National

Social Security Progressive Team Wins Landslide With Over 800k Votes

Unofficial results from about 90% of the vote show the Progressive Social Security team winning the insured‑representative seats by a landslide, with its top candidate garnering over 891,000 votes. The rival Thai Pure team trailed far behind, receiving only a few thousand votes each, while employer‑side candidates from the same progressive group earned roughly 8,900 votes each. The final tally remains pending as counting continues.

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Thai PM Anutin Meets Japanese PM Kishida on EV Investment

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to discuss electric‑vehicle investment and the impact of EV imports on domestic production. Anutin urged Japanese automakers to use Thailand as a base for EV manufacturing, emphasizing technology transfer, workforce development and clean‑energy cooperation to support a low‑carbon transition. The talks also highlighted the upcoming 140th anniversary of Thai‑Japanese relations and plans to deepen bilateral economic ties.

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Community

Deputy PM Opens Authentic Muaythai National Finals in Udon Thani

Deputy Prime Minister Songsak Thongsri opened the Authentic Muaythai national finals in Udon Thani on October 11, highlighting the sport’s cultural and economic value. The fourth‑year tournament, supported by government sports agencies, features a knockout format across six weight classes and aims to develop grassroots fighters into professionals. Officials said the event promotes Muay Thai as soft power, creates jobs, and boosts local communities through cultural activities.

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National

Thai Household Debt Expected to Fall to 84% of GDP

Kasikorn Research Center expects Thailand's household‑debt‑to‑GDP ratio to fall to 84% by the end of 2026, down from 86.8% in 2025, despite minimal debt growth. Many low‑income households spend over 40% of income on debt repayments, and nearly a quarter of indebted households already have negative cash flow. The center warns the improvement reflects limited borrowing ability rather than healthier finances, and sustainable deleveraging will need higher incomes and stronger repayment capacity.

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National

Labour Minister Rejects Revenge Claims Against Bhumjaithai

Labour Minister Jutiphan Amornvivat denied any revenge plot against the Bhumjaithai Party and said MPs are free to vote in the no-confidence debate without pressure. He expressed confidence the government can answer questions raised and stressed the administration remains united. The remarks came as the opposition filed a no-confidence motion against 18 ministers, none from the Pheu Thai Party.

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National

Baitoey Celebrates 15 Years With 3-Hour Hit-Packed Fan Concert

Baitoey RSiam marked her 15-year anniversary with a three-hour fan concert at Bangkok's Siam PIC Hall, performing hit songs and dancing nonstop while changing costumes over ten times. The show featured surprise guest acts and attracted fans from multiple generations, all dressed up and dancing together. The event highlighted the enduring popularity of her music and the strong connection she maintains with her audience.

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Community

Jj Beer Posts Video of Mother-Influencer Clash Over Child

A heated video shared by online personality Jj Beer shows the mother of child influencer Nong Fah Sai arguing fiercely with caretaker Nung Ti, with accusations of neglect and demands for millions of baht to relinquish custody. The mother claims she does everything for her daughter, while Nung Ti insists she transfers all of the child’s earnings to her and questions the mother’s behavior. The clip also sparked doubts about the woman’s true relationship to the child, prompting plans to check the birth certificate and locate the real mother.

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Police

Ice Truck Brake Failure Kills Foreign Husband of Police Officer

An ice delivery truck lost its brakes and slammed into a motorcycle on the Nakhon Phanom-Tha Uthen bypass road, killing the 69‑year‑old American husband of a female police officer. The truck then veered into a streetlight pole, leaving the victim trapped underneath and pronounced dead at the scene. Police are investigating the crash and have contacted the U.S. Embassy.

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