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Thai Rider Somkiat Chantra Finishes 13th in Japanese MotoGP

Thai rider Somkiat Chantra finished 13th at the Japanese Grand Prix, earning three MotoGP points. Starting from 15th on the grid, he recovered from a poor start that left him 21st early in the race. Chantra substituted for the injured 2020 world champion Joan Mir at Mobility Resort Motegi on October 4, 2026.

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Thai rider Somkiat Chantra, number 15 from Honda HRC Castrol, put in a strong showing, finishing 13th to take points in the Japanese Grand Prix, the 16th round of the 2026 MotoGP season at Mobility Resort Motegi, Japan, on October 4, 2026. He replaced the injured 2020 world champion Joan Mir. Starting from 15th on the grid, he had a weak start that dropped him to 21st early in the race, before charging forward to cross the line in 13th and secure three vital championship points.

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Bung Baiyok Teams with Rescue to Aid Flood Victims

Bung Baiyok of Baiyoke Support Team is coordinating with rescue units to deliver food, water, and relief packs to flood victims across Thailand. She has opened a public call for coordinates, urging people to report areas still in need of assistance. The effort aims to convey compassion and support to help affected families overcome the flooding crisis.

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Thailand Authority Praises 18 Asian Games Golds, Targets LA 2028

Thailand's Sports Authority praised the 18 gold medals won at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, calling them high-quality and highlighting standout performances by sprinter Biew Phuriplu Bunson and badminton player Vu Kulwutt Wititsant, who are aiming for the LA 2028 Olympics. Thailand finished seventh overall and first among ASEAN nations, exceeding its target of at least 15 gold medals. The authority said prize money will be distributed within a week and plans are in place to prepare athletes for the next Olympic Games.

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Community

Rayong Residents Dump Waste Outside Municipality Over Uncollected Garbage

Angry residents of Rayong’s Choei Noi district have dumped huge piles of flood‑damaged garbage in front of the municipal office after garbage collection trucks failed to appear following recent floods. The rotting waste is producing a foul odor across the area, prompting protesters to demand swift action from local officials. They hope the visible demonstration will force the municipality to resume waste removal and alleviate their suffering.

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Pickup Truck Splashes Motorcycle in Viral Video, Police Sought

A pickup truck sped through floodwater, splashing a motorcycle and soaking its rider in a video that has gone viral with 7.6 million views. Netizens have denounced the driver and urged police to identify and prosecute him. Thai officials warn the act may result in imprisonment, fines, and civil liability under traffic and criminal laws.

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Thai Sprinter Puripol Boonson Wins First Asian Games MVP

The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) presented the 2026 Asian Games Most Valuable Player award to Thai sprint star Puripol “Biew” Boonson on 4 October at the media centre in Nagoya. Puripol received the award for his outstanding performances on the track, winning two gold medals in the men’s 100 metres and 200 metres while […]

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Doctor Warns Flu Outbreak in Nakhon Ratchasima After Child Death

A pediatrician in Nakhon Ratchasima warns of an influenza outbreak after a seven‑year‑old child died. He lists warning signs that require urgent hospital care and highlights high‑risk groups who should get antiviral treatment promptly. The doctor hopes upcoming school closures will curb the spread.

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Deputy PM Imposes Price Controls, Calls for Export Delay

Deputy Prime Minister Supajee Sutharapan has ordered tighter price controls and called on exporters to cut shipments by 30-50% to avert shortages during the flood crisis. She announced a Single Command Center for flood relief and said the Ministry of Defense is helping deliver supplies to hard‑hit provinces. The ministry will also monitor perishable goods, crack down on hoarding, and roll out a nationwide “Blue Flag” initiative with over 12,000 affordable‑goods points.

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Thai Market Agency Promotes Fruits at World Gourmet Festival

Thai Farmers' Market Organization promoted Thai fruits at the World Gourmet Festival in Bangkok, providing 245 kilograms of golden mango to create a 100‑meter‑long mango sticky rice dish that set a Guinness World Record. The event, held at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel, also highlighted organic sweet corn, sticky corn and dried fruits to boost Thailand’s agricultural exports. OTG received a certificate and gold medal for its role in the record attempt.

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Two Missing Villagers Found Safe in Chiang Rai Forest

Two of three villagers who went missing while collecting bamboo worms in Chiang Rai’s Doi Nang Non forest have been found safe. The men, identified as Boonsub and Saranyu, were located in a forest coffee grove and are receiving aid. Search teams continue to look for the third villager, Thanong, as authorities coordinate a ground and drone-based operation.

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Police Arrest Fraud Suspect on Highway 12 in Mukdahan

Police arrested Thongchai Puyauta, a 44‑year‑old man from Buriram, on Highway 12 in Mukdahan after he was identified as the subject of a Saraburi court warrant for fraud. The suspect was driving a six‑wheel truck with an expired licence when officers stopped the vehicle for a traffic check. He faces charges of jointly committing fraud by impersonating another person and allowing others to use his bank and electronic accounts.

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