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Thai Para Table Tennis Duo Crush Australians in World Championship Opener

Thailand's para table tennis pair Rungroj Thainiyom and Chalermpong Panphoo began their home World Championship campaign with a commanding 3-0 win over Australia in the men's doubles MD14 quarter-finals. The ITTF World Para Table Tennis Championships Pattaya 2026 runs from November 13-19 at the Royal Cliff Beach Resort in Chonburi province.

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Thai para table tennis pair Rungroj Thainiyom and Chalermpong Panphoo opened their campaign at the ITTF World Para Table Tennis Championships Pattaya 2026 with a straight-games victory over an Australian duo. The tournament runs from November 13 to 19, 2026 at the PEACH Convention Center, Royal Cliff Beach Resort in Pattaya, Chonburi. On the opening day, the Thai team dominated the men's doubles MD14 quarter-finals, winning 3-0 with scores of 12-10, 11-1, and 11-7.

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Tourism

Bung Chawak Zoo Budget Falls Short for 454 Seized Animals

Bung Chawak Zoo in Suphan Buri cares for 454 confiscated wild animals across 53 species but faces a persistent budget shortfall despite a recent increase to 4 million baht annually. Since 2012, the facility has taken in large animals including tigers and lions, relying on prior keeper data to ease their transition. The zoo attracted 170,000 visitors last year, generating 4.4 million baht, while prioritizing animal welfare through naturalistic enclosures.

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National

Daily Bowel Movements Don't Rule Out Colon Cancer, Doctor Warns

Thai doctor Dr. Jetsada Bunyawongviroj warns that regular daily bowel movements do not guarantee a healthy colon, as polyps and early-stage cancer can exist without disrupting bowel habits. He identifies five key warning signs — blood in stool, unexplained anemia and fatigue, unintentional weight loss, persistent abdominal pain with bloating, and changes in bowel patterns — and stresses that colon cancer can affect people in their 30s and 40s, urging timely medical screening rather than self-diagnosis.

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National

King's Cup Tickets 80% Sold for Thailand-Brunei Opener

Ticket sales for the opening match of the 52nd King's Cup between Thailand and Brunei in Sri Saket have surpassed 80%, with a sell-out expected. The Thai national team arrived on November 12 and will hold an open training session on November 13 to further engage fans. The tournament semi-finals take place on November 14, with the final set for November 17.

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Police

Venus 14 Capsize: One Rescued, Five Crew Missing

One crew member from the capsized fuel tanker Venus 14 has been rescued by a fishing boat in the Gulf of Thailand and is being taken to hospital. Five other crew members remain missing after the vessel capsized on November 11 off Prachuap Khiri Khan. Search and rescue operations by the Royal Thai Navy and other agencies are ongoing, and an orange life jacket found floating at sea is being examined for links to the incident.

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National

David James Brings Premier League Trophy to Thailand Event

Jasmine International and Monomax are hosting the 'RED MATCH FESTIVAL' on November 22 at MONO STUDIO in Nonthaburi, featuring former England and Liverpool goalkeeper David James and the actual Premier League Trophy. The event celebrates the Liverpool-Manchester United rivalry with live match analysis, meet-and-greet opportunities, and a festive atmosphere for Thai football fans. Free registration is available via PEEP SHARE.

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National

Thailand, Myanmar to Hold Talks on River Pollution

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced that Thailand and Myanmar will hold agency-level talks on November 25-26 to address toxic pollution in northern rivers originating from Myanmar mines. Thai officials have demanded urgent remediation and cooperation from Myanmar. Anutin will also discuss the issue with visiting Chinese Premier Li Qiang during his two-day trip to Thailand.

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Weather

TMD Forecasts Heavy Rain Then Cold Spell, South on Flood Alert

The Thai Meteorological Department warns of heavy rain across southern Thailand from November 18–19, raising the risk of flash floods and landslides. A new cold front from China will then bring cooler temperatures nationwide. Residents in vulnerable areas and mariners are urged to stay alert.

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National

Actor FIFA Premanan Announces Exit From Channel 7

Thai actor FIFA Premanan has announced he is leaving Channel 7 after his contract expired, sharing a farewell montage of his work with the network. The announcement comes shortly after he and his wife welcomed their first son, Orach, ending a two-year journey to parenthood. FIFA thanked fans for their longtime support and directed them to his personal social media channels for future updates.

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National

SAT Chief Hails Thai Youth Athletes at Dakar Youth Olympics

Thailand's Sports Authority Governor Poramaporn Srimanmitr praised the nation's youth athletes at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics, where 28 competitors in 11 sports won one silver and one bronze medal despite a new IOC quota system that reduced Thailand's traditional medal opportunities. The governor highlighted several rising stars in boxing, athletics, swimming, table tennis, and windsurfing who show potential for future senior national team selection.

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Weather

Second Landslide Hits Phatthalung, Boulders Destroy Palm Farm

A second landslide in Phatthalung province sent massive limestone boulders weighing 30-50 tons crashing into an oil palm plantation, damaging crops and narrowly missing homes. Three households have been evacuated as authorities warn more rocks may fall, and geologists are assessing the unstable mountainside after days of heavy rain.

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