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Doctor Warns Against Trampolines for Children Under Six
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Doctor Warns Against Trampolines for Children Under Six

A cosmetic surgeon warns parents that children under six should never jump on trampolines, as their fragile bones cannot withstand the enormous rebound force, especially when adults bounce alongside them.

Teacher's Lucky Lottery Win After Temple Cleaning Service
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Teacher's Lucky Lottery Win After Temple Cleaning Service

A culinary instructor at Samut Songkhram Technical College won a three-digit lottery prize after volunteering to clean temple bathrooms, and she's now cleaning six more bathrooms hoping for the jackpot.

Khoi Defends Phuket Move as Joint Decision With Husband Toon
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Khoi Defends Phuket Move as Joint Decision With Husband Toon

Actress Khoi Ratchawin defended her family's move to Phuket as a joint decision with husband Toon, clarifying that recent emotional interview remarks were misinterpreted as suggesting she was forced to sacrifice her career.

Honest Woman Turns in Substantial Cash Found on Chiang Mai Road
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Honest Woman Turns in Substantial Cash Found on Chiang Mai Road

A 24-year-old woman found a large sum of cash on a Chiang Mai road and turned it in to police, who are now seeking the rightful owner through Chang Phueak Station.

Big Mountain Festival Attendance Drops 50%; Four Major Issues Identified
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Big Mountain Festival Attendance Drops 50%; Four Major Issues Identified

Big Mountain Festival's attendance fell 50% last year due to poor facilities and conditions, with organizer Ped Yutthana committing to fix inadequate restrooms, dust problems, and other longstanding issues.

Denla Invests 25 Million Baht in New Learning Commons
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Denla Invests 25 Million Baht in New Learning Commons

Denla Kindergarten opened a 1,000-square-meter Learning Commons with over 25 million baht investment, shifting focus from test prep to hands-on learning that develops critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills. The five-zone fa

Woman Warns Against Cursed Online Amulets After Haunting
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Woman Warns Against Cursed Online Amulets After Haunting

A TikTok user warned against buying amulets online after her colleague received a cursed bracelet from Hong Kong that allegedly harbored a vengeful child spirit, causing violent behavior and psychological distress until spiritual healers in

Pig Saved from Slaughter Thrives a Year Later at 300kg
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Pig Saved from Slaughter Thrives a Year Later at 300kg

A pig rescued from a livestock truck bound for slaughter a year ago has thrived at a rural development institute in Chiang Mai, growing to over 300 kilograms under the care of a compassionate Buddhist monk.

Beware Of Fake Pages As Sacred Amulet Opens For Pre-Order
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Beware Of Fake Pages As Sacred Amulet Opens For Pre-Order

Scammers are targeting buyers ahead of tonight's official pre-order launch for a highly anticipated sacred amulet, with Man Karin warning devotees to use only the 19 legitimate booking centers opening at 8 p.m. The 'Thao Wessuwanna Luang Pu

Bride-to-be O Updates Wedding Plans with Close Friends
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Bride-to-be O Updates Wedding Plans with Close Friends

Bride-to-be O shared wedding updates with close friends Ning and Aer on a Thai TV show, revealing the celebration is 80% ready with invitations nearly complete. The trio humorously discussed groomsman outfit fittings, particularly presenter

Sacred Coins of Kru Ba Saroey at Mongkol Kiri Temple, Tak
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Sacred Coins of Kru Ba Saroey at Mongkol Kiri Temple, Tak

Revered monk Kru Ba Saroey of Wat Mongkol Kiri in Tak is celebrated for his sacred amulet coins, particularly the rare Solar Eclipse Edition from 2538 featuring meditation imagery and mythical sun-consuming symbolism. The article also highl

Luang Pho Plian's First-Edition Amulet from Wat Chai Mongkol
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Luang Pho Plian's First-Edition Amulet from Wat Chai Mongkol

Luang Pho Plian, a revered monk who became abbot of Wat Chai Mongkol in Samut Sakhon Province in 1923, is remembered for a legendary encounter with a supernatural crocodile that he subdued using spiritual power.