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Thousands Celebrate Phuket Vegetarian Festival With Firecrackers

PHUKET: Tens of thousands of people gathered at Saphan Hin and along procession routes through Phuket Town last night (Oct 18) as the island’s Vegetarian Festival concluded with traditional ceremonies to send the gods back to the heavens.

1d ago The Phuket News

PHUKET: Tens of thousands of people gathered at Saphan Hin and along procession routes through Phuket Town last night (Oct 18) as the island’s Vegetarian Festival concluded with traditional ceremonies to send the gods back to the heavens.

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ThaiHealth Pushes Market Design for Health Equity

ThaiHealth hosted a national conference on commercial determinants of health, advocating market redesign to promote fair well‑being. Experts discussed tools such as sin tax and transparent oversight to align business incentives with health goals. The event stressed the need for government, industry, and civil society collaboration to shape healthier market environments.

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Tourism

Phuket Launches AI System to Boost Tourism Safety

PHUKET: Local officials are considering an artificial intelligence (AI) system to identify tourism safety risks, issue early warnings and coordinate responses across government agencies, building on existing provincial data dashboards.

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National

Thailand Funds Home Upgrades for Disabled Up to 40,000 Baht

Thailand’s government is allocating up to 40,000 baht per household to modify homes for disabled persons, covering upgrades like ramps, grab bars, and accessible bathrooms. Lt. Phatdarassmai Thongsluaykorn said the program aims to promote self-reliance and equal access to basic rights. Eligible applicants must meet disability, residency, housing, and income criteria, and can apply via provincial social offices or the Bangkok disability service center.

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Police

Five Arrested in Cherng Talay Gambling Raid, Phuket

PHUKET: Five people have been arrested for gambling on hi-lo in Moo 3, Cherng Talay, following a joint operation by local police and administrative officials.

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Community

Thai Singer Quits Music After Audience Pays Him to Stop

Thai singer Thoffee 3.50 burst into tears after a restaurant patron paid him 300 baht to stop singing. He said the incident shattered his confidence and made him feel his singing career is over, leading him to consider other work such as opening a food stall. He thanked supporters and called for more thoughtfulness in public comments.

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National

Thai Woman Shares Easy Steps to Claim Lottery Prize

A Thai woman who won the first prize in the government lottery shared her step‑by‑step experience of claiming the award in person at the Lottery Office in Nonthaburi. She explained the procedure, including choosing the self‑claim option in the Pao Tang app, paying a 0.5 % fee, submitting identification, and receiving the money within minutes. Her account shows the process is simple and quick for anyone who purchases digital lottery tickets.

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National

TV Host Kranchai Surprises Wedding with Live Hone Krasae Segment

TV host Kranchai surprised a wedding couple by airing a live segment of his show 'Hone Krasae' during the ceremony, introducing lawyer Beer Sornnat as the groom and proclaiming his love for bride Oh Phakjeera. Beer vowed to be the best husband, making Oh proud, while guests celebrated on October 18. A surprise clip from the show was later shared online, capturing the emotional moment.

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Police

Elderly Cyclist Killed After Car Tire Blowout Hits House

A 65-year-old woman was killed when a car’s tire blew out, sending the vehicle into the opposite lane and striking her while she cycled for exercise in Phatthalung. The out-of-control car then crashed into a roadside house, causing significant damage. Police are investigating the incident and have identified the driver as a 35-year-old man who was en route to the market with his mother and daughter.

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National

Gold Price Holds Steady as Experts Await Fed Decision

Thai gold experts are largely expecting the price to move sideways, with nearly half seeing no change, while investors remain slightly more optimistic. The Gold Research Center cites the $4,070 support level as crucial, warning that a break could push prices toward $3,950–$3,960. Market attention is focused on the US Federal Reserve’s policy direction and inflation data, which continue to limit short‑term gains.

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Weather

Thailand Warns of Heavy Rain, Flooding in 37 Provinces

Thailand’s Meteorological Department has issued its fifth warning of heavy to very heavy rain affecting 37 provinces from October 19 to 25, with strong winds, flash floods and landslide risks. The southern and eastern regions will see the heaviest rain initially, while central, northeastern and upper southern areas will experience increased rainfall and gusts later in the period. The public is advised to avoid flood‑prone routes and to stay updated via official channels.

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