National

Baifern Pimchanok Sues Online Defamers, First Defendant Apologizes

Thai actress Baifern Pimchanok has sued online users for defamation, marking her first legal action in a 20‑year career. The first defendant has publicly apologized and paid full damages, with other cases still proceeding. Baifern says she welcomes fair criticism but will not tolerate false rumors, urging netizens to act responsibly.

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Baifern Pimchanok announced she is taking legal action against malicious internet rumors. She said the internet is not a lawless zone and that she will protect her reputation through the courts. The first defendant has already apologized and compensated her fully, while remaining lawsuits move forward. She encourages fans to support her stance and calls for rational online discourse.

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Weather

Floods Hit 20 Thai Provinces Including Bangkok, Deaths Rise

Heavy flooding has inundated twenty provinces across Thailand, including Bangkok, affecting over two million people and causing dozens of deaths. The Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department said water levels are receding in many areas as it surveys damage and mobilizes relief efforts. Officials urge residents to stay safe and follow evacuation instructions.

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National

Factory Worker Wins 12 Million Baht Lottery Using Birth Year

A former factory worker in Ang Thong won 12 million baht in the government lottery after choosing numbers based on her birth year. A fortune‑teller had predicted her new car would bring wealth, and Lottery Plus presented the prize with two first‑prize tickets. Winners expressed disbelief and said they might quit work.

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National

Thai Para Athletes Target Gold at 2026 Asian Para Games

Thailand’s para athletes are preparing for the fifth Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan, scheduled for October 18‑24, 2026, with live coverage on T Sports 7, PPTV HD 36 and AIS Play. The team of 265 athletes aims to match or surpass the 27 gold medals won at the 2022 Hangzhou edition, while host Japan reports ticket sales nearing sell‑out.

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Police

Police Raid Four Rayong KTVs, Uncover Two Prostitution Rings

Thai authorities raided four KTV venues in Rayong’s Plaeng Daeng District as part of Operation 'Secret Room', discovering two were operating as fronts for prostitution and none held proper licenses. Deputy Interior Minister Pholpeer Suwanchai ordered an expanded investigation to apprehend all those involved and warned that any officials complicit would face disciplinary and criminal penalties.

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Police

Police Arrest Municipal Worker for Meth Sales in Phetchaburi

Police in Hee Yod, Phetchaburi, arrested a municipal employee for selling methamphetamine after two young men came to buy drugs and were also detained. Officers seized 43 meth tablets, six zip-lock bags, and a phone from the suspect’s rental room, and also arrested three others present for possession or use. All four face charges related to illegal drug activity.

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Police

Police Seize 1.1 Million Meth Pills Hidden in Fuel Tanks

Police in Chiang Rai and Samut Prakan seized over 1.16 million methamphetamine tablets hidden in fuel tanks and arrested three suspects, including an alleged gang leader. The drugs were being transported via a private courier from the northern border to Bang Phli, with each courier paid 10,000 baht per delivery. Authorities are continuing the investigation to dismantle the wider network.

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National

Flood Relief Funds Nearly Depleted After 5.2 Billion Paid Out

The flood relief budget of 5.29 billion baht is almost depleted after 5.215 billion has been paid out to 683,000 cases, leaving roughly 1.7 million claims pending, including 700,000 in Bangkok. MP Supanat Meechainantan criticised the Ministry of Interior for underestimating the damage by up to four times and warned that an extra 12 billion baht would be needed to settle all claims. He urged the Interior Minister to quickly secure additional funding from the Cabinet to avoid prolonging victims’ hardship.

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National

Thai Airways Approves Compensation for Flood‑Affected Passengers

Thai Airways has approved compensation for passengers affected by heavy rain and flooding between September 26 and 30. The measures apply to travelers with delayed or cancelled flights and those with delayed baggage, with claims handled case‑by‑case. Passengers can file claims online or at the airline’s Customer Care Center in Bangkok.

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National

Southern Thai Health Groups Oppose Anutin's Health Fund Bill

Southern Thai health organizations have delivered a petition to Pol. Col. Tawee Sodsong opposing a draft amendment to the Health Promotion Fund that would eliminate the 2% alcohol and tobacco tax financing the agency. They warn shifting the fund to the regular budget could enable corruption and undermine transparency, citing public hearings where over 90% rejected the proposal. Lawmakers from the People's Party pledged to raise the issue in parliament to protect community health programs.

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Police

69-Year-Old Landowner Killed When Backhoe Flips Into Canal

A 69-year-old landowner died after his backhoe overturned and fell into a canal while clearing debris on his property in Bang Pa-In, Ayutthaya. Rescue teams took over six hours to recover the body from the submerged vehicle. Preliminary police investigation indicates the ground may have given way, causing the accident.

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