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Winner Receives Electric Massage Chair at FAST Auto Show 2026

At the FAST Auto Show Thailand 2026, a lucky car buyer won an electric AMAXS massage chair worth over 279,000 baht. The prize was presented by event chairman Phatandej Asasarnpich during the show’s 14th edition. Organizers also announced the dates for the 2027 edition, set for June 30–July 4.

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The FAST Auto Show Thailand 2026 concluded its 'Buy a Car, Win' activity by giving away a high‑end AMAXS ROBO8989 electric massage chair worth more than 279,000 baht to Thiwa Wongchelio, who won through the promotion. Phatandej Asasarnpich, chairman of the event, handed over the award, noting it was the 14th edition of the comprehensive car exhibition. Also present were vice‑chairmen Chalatchai Paspong, overseeing new cars, Peerapong Eamlanue, in charge of special activities, and Attawat Asasarnpich, responsible for used vehicles, who congratulated the winner and acted as witnesses. The organizers announced that FAST Auto Show Thailand 2027 will take place from June 30 to July 4, 2027, aiming to further streamline the purchase of new and used cars while raising transaction standards within the show.

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Pipe Bomb Blast Injures Five at Village Protection Base

A pipe bomb attack on the Ban Nang Sta Village Protection Unit in Yala province left five officers injured on the evening of October 15, 2026. One of two thrown explosives detonated, damaging buildings and four motorcycles, while the second failed to explode; officials said it was the third assault on the base and pledged to strengthen security despite sustained morale.

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Anti-IMF Protest Ends in Bangkok, Calls for Constitutional Reform

Anti‑IMF protesters in Bangkok ended their demonstration on 16 October 2026 after calling for constitutional reform and Senate elections to counter what they describe as the entrenched ‘blue regime’ of the 2017 constitution. iLaw leader Yingcheep Atchanon criticized the government for ignoring public opinion and warned that without action a new constitution would remain biased toward the establishment. The rally concluded with symbolic gestures, including handing out marigold flowers and tearing up receipts representing debt to the IMF and World Bank.

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Thai Household Debt Falls Amid Flood‑Hit Jobs Crisis

Thai household‑debt‑to‑GDP fell to a 25‑quarter low of 85.2% in Q2 2026, but the decline reflects tight credit conditions rather than genuine improvement. Flood‑related disruptions have affected 1.69 million workers, mainly in Bangkok and Samut Prakan, worsening income and repayment ability. SCB EIC warns that without targeted aid, liquidity strains could evolve into bad loans despite the projected debt ratio falling to 83.5‑84.5% by year‑end.

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Police

Bangkok Police Conduct Night Raid on Nine Entertainment Venues

Bangkok police and S.W.A.T. officers raided nine entertainment venues in the Rama 9, Mahad Thai and Town In Town areas late at night. They checked IDs, searched for weapons and drugs, and tested 45 patrons for substance use, finding no violations. Authorities reminded venue owners to obey laws on age limits, operating hours and preventing illegal activity.

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Police Raid 10 Warehouses in Rayong Over Illegal E-Waste

Rayong authorities inspected ten locked warehouses in the Nikom Phatthana industrial estate after earlier findings of illegal metal and electronic waste sorting in five other units. The operation, led by the Natural Resources and Environment advisor and supported by multiple agencies, seeks to uncover illegal factories and hazardous waste storage, with further investigation into possible cross-border e-waste imports. Officials say they will gather evidence to prosecute all involved.

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Parents File Police Report Over Fake China Study Tour

Parents from three schools filed a police report after a fraudulent study tour to China left 45 students stranded at Suvarnabhumi Airport, each losing nearly 40,000 baht. The organizer had promised flights and accommodation through a claimed MOU with Xi’an Jiaotong University but provided none, and refunds have not been fully paid.

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Civil Society Urges PM to Delay Controversial Sin-Tax Bill Amendments

Civil society networks delivered a letter to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul urging the delay or withdrawal of four draft laws that would shift funding from sin tax subsidies for Thai PBS, ThaiHealth, the Elderly Act, and the Sports Authority Act. They warned the Bhumjaithai Party could suffer politically and overlook workers, while the party director said Anutin is ready to listen. The submission follows a public hearing where the majority opposed the amendments.

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BG Pathum, Ayutthaya United Fined for Thai League Fan Violence

BG Pathum United and Ayutthaya United were fined a total of 80,000 baht and 30,000 baht respectively after their fans clashed during a Thai League match on October 10. The Disciplinary and Ethics Committee cited object-throwing in the stands and a post‑match assault on Ayutthaya supporters by men in black clothing. Each club received a 30,000‑baht penalty for the thrown objects, with BG Pathum paying an extra 50,000 baht for the attack.

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Gulf Gives THB 2 Million to Injured Border Soldiers

Gulf Development Public Company Limited (GULF), led by Mr. Sitamon Ratanavadi, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, continues its commitment under the THB 100 million fund established to provide assistance and relief to soldiers who injured or lost their lives while carrying out security operations along the Thai-Cambodian border. As part of the initiative, GULF visited […]

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Minister Orders Forestry Crackdown on 189 Rai Reserve Encroachment

Thailand’s Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suthichai Chomklin ordered a crackdown after officials found over 189 rai of forest reserve land in Nakhon Ratchasima being used to grow cassava, corn and sugarcane. The investigation, carried out jointly with the Department of Special Investigation and other agencies, confirmed the area lies inside the Dong Krasang–Lam Phaya Klang reserved forest and outside any land‑reform allocation. Authorities are preparing legal action under forest and forestry laws to stop the encroachment and protect the resources.

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