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Thailand Offers Free Entry at Five Geology Museums Oct 13

Thailand’s Department of Mineral Resources will offer free admission to five geology museums nationwide on 13 October 2026 to commemorate the anniversary of the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin announced on 10 October that the department would waive admission fees for Thai visitors on Tuesday, giving […]

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The Department of Mineral Resources will waive admission fees for Thai visitors at five geology museums nationwide on 13 October 2026. The free‑entry museums are the Lampang Geology Museum, Sirindhorn Museum in Kalasin, Phu Wiang Dinosaur Museum in Khon Kaen, Queen Sirikit National Geological Museum in Pathum Thani, and Phunphin Geological Museum in Surat Thani. Officials say the initiative gives families and young people a chance to learn about geology, fossils and mineral resources during the holiday.

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Thai Transport Minister Outlines Plan to Boost Global Trade Links

Deputy Transport Minister Siripong Angsakulkiat unveiled Thailand’s transport infrastructure plan at the Global Economic Forum 2026 in Bangkok, highlighting new motorways, port expansions, rail upgrades, and airport growth to cut logistics costs and boost trade. He said the initiatives aim to make Thailand a sustainable ASEAN connectivity hub amid climate and supply‑chain challenges. The ministry also pushed electric buses, digital services, and private investment under the Rail Transport Act to modernize the sector.

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Community

Surin Welcomes Sprinter Phuripl Bunson With Nine-Elephant Parade

Surin Province will welcome home Thai sprinter Phuripl 'Biew' Bunson, a double Asian Games gold medalist, with a procession of nine elephants on October 19 at 5:00 p.m. The elephant parade will travel from the Mueang Surin district office through the city center to a new garden where an official ceremony will be held. Phuripl recently won gold in the men's 100 m and 200 m at the Asian Games, setting Games records and sharing the Asian 200 m record with China’s Xie Zhenye.

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Weather

Education Minister Deploys Vocational Volunteers to Aid Flood Victims

Education Minister Prasert Chantharavong has directed vocational Fix it Center teams to assist flood victims across 27 provinces and Bangkok, with over 10,700 people already helped. Volunteers have provided meals, shelter, repairs of appliances and motorcycles, and other support. The minister pledged ongoing assistance until normal life returns.

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Community

Actress Claims Sister Stole Gold, Seized 40-Million Baht Home

Former Thai actress Aek Achara Thongthep says her sister stole over 360 baht of gold from a family safe and pawned it while blaming their mother. She also claims her sister mortgaged a 40‑million‑baht plot of land she had given her, leading to the bank seizing the property, which is now up for auction in Tung Song. Fans have rallied behind her, urging her to appear on the talk show ‘Hone Krasae’ to tell her side of the story.

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Government Opens 20 Flood Relief Stalls Across Bangkok

The government has opened 20 discounted goods stalls across Bangkok to help flood‑affected residents, running from October 9 to 18. The scheme, run by the Internal Trade Department with private partners, offers up to 62 % off on items such as rice, eggs, sugar and cleaning supplies. A nationwide expansion of the 'Thai Helps Thai, Cost of Living Reduction' program is planned for October to December, with over 3,000 events across the country.

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Police

Car Crashes After Fleeing Checkpoint, Yields 3 Million Meth Pills

Police in Phichit province seized over three million methamphetamine pills after a drug‑laden car fled a checkpoint, crashed into a tree, and was abandoned by its two occupants. The suspects fled on foot into nearby fields, prompting a large‑scale manhunt that has so far failed to capture them. Investigators are tracing the shipment’s route from northern Thailand and gathering forensic evidence to identify the broader network.

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Thai Authorities Seize Drug-Filled Dolls from Europe in Bangkok

Thai security and customs officers seized four international parcels from Germany and the United Kingdom yesterday, October 9, containing ecstasy, alprazolam and more than 450 grams of cocaine. The parcels were intercepted at the Express Mail Service Centre in Bangkok’s Lak Si district. The operation was led by the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) Region … The story Drug-filled dolls posted from Europe seized in Bangkok as seen on Thaiger News.

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Community

Khon Kaen Engineering Alumni Host 9th 8 Gears Golf Tournament

Khon Kaen University Engineering Alumni Association hosted the press conference for the 9th 8 Gears Traditional Golf Tournament, set for November 6 at Lum Luk Ka Golf Club in Pathum Thani. Representatives from eight Thai universities and affiliated golf clubs pledged readiness and showcased their spirit ahead of the competition, which will feature 144 players and an expected audience of 300‑400. The event will include an 8 Gears Business Matching session to strengthen engineering networks and foster future collaboration.

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Man Killed Over Cassava Theft in Buriram Field

A 57‑year‑old cassava farm owner was found beaten to death in Buriram, with his body covered in soil to hide it. Police believe he was attacked after surprising thieves digging up cassava roots to sell. His wife, daughter and a close friend described his hardworking nature and urged police to catch the perpetrator.

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Thai Celebs Shine at Paris Fashion Week, Help Flood Relief

Thai celebrities Lina Lalinna and Mitch Naticha returned from Paris Fashion Week after attending the CHANEL Spring/Summer 2027 show, where they ranked among the top‑10 most‑mentioned personalities on social media. Before the trip, Lina took part in flood‑relief work in central Thailand, delivering supplies by boat to stranded residents and describing the harsh, bacteria‑laden conditions she witnessed. Both stars spoke about the value of hands‑on charity work and cited family influences, with Mitch sharing her excitement about the fashion show.

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