PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Court held a Buddhist chanting ceremony at its new Chao Fa Rd premises this week, marking the relocation of court operations to the B262 million building.
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Court held a Buddhist chanting ceremony at its new Chao Fa Rd premises this week, marking the relocation of court operations to the B262 million building.
Police in Chiang Rai seized about three million methamphetamine tablets after a high‑speed chase ended with the suspect’s car crashing off the road. The 41‑year‑old driver, Wanchai, was arrested and the drugs were found in 15 backpack‑style sacks inside the vehicle. The suspect and evidence have been turned over to narcotics investigators for prosecution.
Raiyal surprised an 87‑year‑old grandmother at her home in Nakhon Ratchasima for her birthday, sharing a heartfelt visit that included singing her favorite songs and blowing out candles together. He used the moment to launch his ‘Entrust Mother to Raiyal’ initiative, promising to care for senior citizens like family. The grandmother, who had only seen him on television, was delighted to meet him in person, and relatives praised the warm encounter.
The final Audition round of the Morlam Throne talent show features a spectacular performance by the award‑winning Buabon Troupe and three male contestants competing for the last spot. Host Euro Yotsawat urges fans to send support as the program reveals the 30 contestants who will advance to the next stage. Emotional moments, a social‑media workshop and the selection of additional finalists by vote‑winners round out the October 15‑16 broadcast.
Floods in Prachinburi Province have killed 25 people, with 20 drowning and five electrocutions across seven districts. Authorities shut down four polluting factories and launched investigations into foreign investors using nominee shareholders to operate illegally. Relief operations, including royal aid packages and temporary shelters, are underway for tens of thousands of affected households.
In Ang Thong province, a family-run stall has been selling grilled Ryukyu fish snack for over 45 years, passing the recipe to the third generation. The snack, made from fish flour sheets and grilled over charcoal, is served with a special sweet‑sour‑spicy dipping sauce. Locals and visitors alike praise its unique flavor and return regularly for the treat.
Buriram’s local administrative organizations are launching a provincial-level community health initiative guided by royal teachings and supported by ThaiHealth. The program builds on a village health network covering 65 sub‑districts across 20 districts, focusing on areas such as participatory management, disaster response, sustainable agriculture, and health promotion. A recent workshop brought together seventeen local organizations to consolidate lessons and design future activities.
In Sukhothai’s Si Satchanalai district, an elderly couple has been selling the traditional Miang snack for over 50 years. Made fresh daily with fermented tea leaves, white palm sugar, fried garlic, peanuts and toasted coconut, the snack is praised for its flawless flavor and draws customers from all professions. A single portion costs 10 baht, while a set of 25 bites sells for 50 baht.
Narathiwat’s traditional fish cracker, Kuh Po, has been made with the same recipe for over 50 years and now sells more than a ton each day, earning about 10,000 baht. Owner Bang Ron has expanded the roadside stall into a regional supplier, reaching markets as far as Kolkata and Bangkok while keeping prices steady despite rising costs. The snack’s popularity continues to grow thanks to its fresh ingredients, crispy texture and lack of preservatives.
Former Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin welcomed Sansiri Capital Trophy Fund’s acquisition of the luxury Lake Como EDITION hotel in Italy, calling it a rare investment with strong long‑term return potential. He highlighted the hotel’s limited development prospects and Sansiri’s expertise as factors that could generate added value for investors. The deal was finalized and announced on his Facebook page on October 15, 2026.
Sommai Srilajanthak and Thanyalak Phumsilit have turned a YouTube-inspired idea into a thriving business selling herb‑baked catfish in clay pots in Kamphaeng Phet. Their unique spice‑marinated dish attracts steady crowds and long waiting lines, providing a solid income despite economic fluctuations. The shop also offers a variety of other clay‑pot baked meats, all starting at 50 baht.
