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GSB Opens Registration for National Savings Day Art Toy Piggy Bank

Government Savings Bank is offering a limited-edition "Nong Om Sin" Art Toy piggy bank for National Savings Day 2026. Registration runs October 26-30 and requires a 500 baht deposit through the bank's website, LINE account, or MyMo app. The collectible aims to encourage younger Thais to develop regular saving habits through an appealing, modern design.

GSB Opens Registration for National Savings Day Art Toy Piggy Bank
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Government Savings Bank is opening registration for a commemorative Art Toy piggy bank marking National Savings Day 2026 from October 26-30, or until supplies run out, requiring a minimum deposit of 500 baht per person. The bank produced the collectible piggy bank under the "GSB BUDDY: Friend, Savings Buddy" concept, developing its "Nong Om Sin" mascot into an Art Toy piggy bank that combines cute, modern design with practical savings capacity for daily use. This aims to inspire younger generations to enjoy saving and instill continuous financial discipline. Interested parties can register from October 26-30, 2026 through three channels: the website www.gsb.or.th, the LINE Official Account GSB Society, and the MyMo application. To qualify, registrants must deposit at least 500 baht at any GSB branch, via the MyMo app, or at an automatic deposit machine (ADM), limited to one right per person. Successful registrants can collect their piggy bank at their registered GSB branch between October 31 and November 4, 2026. GSB hopes this year's commemorative piggy bank will further inspire saving to become more accessible and appealing to younger generations, promoting saving as a good, regular daily habit.

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Jealous Gunman Kills Love Rival Outside Ayutthaya Factory

A 38-year-old man from Ang Thong province confessed to shooting dead a 24-year-old factory worker in Wang Noi, Ayutthaya, over a love triangle. The suspect told police he had spent heavily on a woman who only saw him as a friend, while the victim was her boyfriend. The shooter is in custody and faces a possible death penalty as investigators continue gathering evidence.

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National

Bangchak Launches Nationwide Fuel Promotion Offering Free Drinks

Bangchak Corporation has launched a nationwide promotion for Green Miles members offering free beverages with fuel purchases from October 2026 through January 2027. Customers spending 1,200 baht or more per receipt receive either a mixed berry juice box with gasohol or an M-150 energy drink with diesel, while an October-only offer gives a free 1.5L water bottle for every 100 baht spent. The featured berry juice supports Thai farmers through the Royal Project.

Bangchak Launches Nationwide Fuel Promotion Offering Free Drinks
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National

Deputy PM Convenes Talks on RMUTT Uthen Thawai Campus Transition

Deputy Prime Minister Yaschanan Wongsuwat will chair a meeting on October 22 to resolve the ongoing dispute over the RMUTT Uthen Thawai campus transition. The talks aim to ensure education quality is maintained, lab work continues on-site, and student travel costs are covered, while addressing fears that Chulalongkorn University land might be used commercially. Student representatives and alumni will participate in the discussions.

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National

Bangkok Governor Proposes Flood Relief Funds From Reserves

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt will propose using reserve funds for flood victim compensation at next week's city council meeting. Relief payments of 5,000 and 9,000 baht are being distributed via government app, with 1.6 million applications received and over 400,000 approved. BMA has also distributed 178,862 survival kits and removed 25,000 tonnes of post-flood waste.

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National

Kasikornbank Q3 Profit Drops 4% to 12.7 Billion Baht

Kasikornbank reported a 4% quarter-on-quarter drop in Q3 2026 net profit to 12.7 billion baht, as non-interest income fell amid market volatility. CEO Kattiya Indaravijaya warned Thailand's recovery remains K-shaped, with AI-linked exports driving growth while tourism and household spending lag. The bank raised loan-loss provisions to 178% coverage, citing flood damage, high energy costs, and limited fiscal stimulus ahead.

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Police

Norwegian Teen Stabbing Suspect Arrested in Samut Prakan

Thai immigration officers arrested a 19 year old Norwegian man wanted in his home country over the alleged stabbing of a 15 year old, during a raid at a condominium in Samut Prakan on October 20. Officers from Immigration Bureau Division 3 and Samut Prakan Provincial Police arrested the man, identified as Olaf, at a … The story Norwegian teen stabbing suspect arrested in Samut Prakan as seen on Thaiger News.

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National

Thai Boxer Natthaporn Wins Asian Games Gold, Gets 3M Baht and Police Promotion

Thai boxer Natthaporn "Focus" Jongprong won gold in the women's 54kg division at the 20th Asian Games, earning a 3 million baht reward and a planned promotion to police sub-lieutenant. She became the first female boxer from the Boxing Association of Thailand to win Asian Games gold and plans to share part of the prize with teammates while preparing for Olympic qualifiers next year.

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National

Minister Orders Probe Into Black Water in Prachinburi Canal

Thailand's Natural Resources Minister has ordered the Pollution Control Department to investigate black, foul-smelling water in a Prachinburi canal after social media posts raised alarm. Preliminary tests show low contaminant levels with no immediate health risk, but lab analysis is underway to determine the cause. Authorities are coordinating with local agencies and community networks to monitor the situation and keep residents informed.

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National

SET Expects Quiet 2026 IPOs, Busy 2027 Rebound

The Stock Exchange of Thailand expects a muted IPO market in 2026 with fewer than 10 new listings, but anticipates a strong rebound in 2027 after March when annual results are released. A pipeline of large IPOs and funds worth over 50 billion baht is already in preparation, and regulators are adjusting rules to attract New Economy and technology companies.

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National

Deputy PM Anutin Prays at City Pillar Before No-Confidence Debate

Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the Bangkok City Pillar Shrine and the Ministry of Defense ahead of a no-confidence debate against 18 cabinet ministers. He participated in a marching drill with military officials and instructed the armed forces to continue assisting flood-affected communities until normal life resumes. Anutin thanked the military for its recent disaster relief efforts.

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