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Thai VALORANT Star Primmie Seeks New Team

Thai VALORANT star Primmie has announced he is leaving Full Sense to find a new team as his contract expires. The announcement comes just after Full Sense secured their VCT Pacific partnership through 2028. Primmie, a core player for the team, posted on social media that he is exploring new opportunities ahead of the 2027 season, which kicks off with the VCT Pacific Kickoff tournament in Thailand in January.

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Thai VALORANT star Primmie, also known as Phiphathorn Sriprasert, has announced he is looking for a new team after his contract with Full Sense nears its end. The move comes shortly after Full Sense confirmed they will remain a VCT Pacific partner team for the 2027-28 season. Primmie, widely nicknamed 'Lord' for his sharp play, posted on social media on October 23 that he is seeking new opportunities for the upcoming season. He has been a core player for the team in recent times. The VCT Pacific Kickoff 2027 tournament is set to take place in Thailand from January 14 to February 7, 2027.

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CP Group Opens 9th Innovation Expo, Presents 29 Chairman Awards

Charoen Pokphand Group held its ninth annual CP Innovation Exposition 2026 at True Digital Park, showcasing 319 projects from 10 countries and awarding 29 Chairman Awards for innovations with measurable impact. Group leaders including Senior Chairman Dhanin Chearavanont emphasized innovation as a core spirit driving CP's evolution from a seed business into a diversified conglomerate, while promoting an innovation culture across all employee levels guided by the Three-Benefit Principle.

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Thai Juniors Reach Doubles Finals at ITF Nonthaburi Tournament

Thai junior tennis players advanced to two doubles finals at the ITF World Tennis Tour J60 event in Nonthaburi. Chotrin Kaewka and Sarwisa Kulpisarlert reached the girls' doubles final, while Riw Kotikul and his Indonesian partner Rafa Jecenia Verdasco Mangunsong will contest the boys' doubles title. Several other Thai players earned world ranking points despite singles semi-final exits.

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National

Thai FA President Attends AFC Extraordinary Congress in Tokyo

Thailand's Football Association President Nualphan Lamsam and Secretary-General Ekapol Polnawee participated in the AFC Extraordinary Congress 2026 in Tokyo. The meeting, led by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and AFC President Sheikh Salman, brought together member associations to vote on urgent policy and regulatory issues.

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Community

New Books Explore Forest Monks, Thai Ghost Beliefs

A new book review column from Matichon Publishing highlights three recent titles exploring Thai spirituality and culture. The lead book examines the powerful forest monk lineage of Luang Pu Man and its historic ties to the monarchy and urban elites. Two additional works cover traditional ghost beliefs and a reinterpretation of prosperity in Thai society.

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Regional

Koh Samui Cleanup Removes 20 Tons of Marine Debris

A two-day marine debris cleanup on Koh Samui collected approximately 20 tons of waste, mostly organic wood fragments, from a 270-meter beach stretch. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suthat Chomklin praised the collaboration between government agencies, local officials, MPs, community leaders, and volunteers. Authorities installed debris containment booms and plan systematic waste management to prevent further accumulation.

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National

King Appoints Wat Arun Abbot to Supreme Patriarch Council

His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn has appointed the abbot of Wat Arun, Phra Prommavachamethee, to the Supreme Patriarch Council with the new ecclesiastical title Somdet Phra Vachiragovithamethee. The 83-year-old monk has served 61 years in the sangha and holds honorary doctorates in Buddhist studies. The announcement was published in the Royal Gazette on October 21, 2026, ahead of the royal Kathin ceremony by barge procession at Wat Arun in November.

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Rare Coin Honoring Revered Isan Monk Luang Pu Kinaree Revealed

A rare commemorative coin honoring the revered northeastern monk Luang Pu Kinaree Chittiyo has been documented. The bronze coin was commissioned in 1978 by then-Supreme Commander General Kriangsak Chamanan, who later became Thailand's 15th prime minister, and features the monk's portrait alongside military insignia. Now considered a sacred artifact with complete Buddhist virtues, the coin has become a valuable collector's item.

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National

Culture Minister Opens 31st National Book Fair in Bangkok

Culture Minister Sabida Thaiseth opened the 31st National Book Fair at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, running from October 23 to November 1, 2026. The minister emphasized the importance of critical thinking in the AI era and described books as vital tools for transmitting Thai culture and creative content globally. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt encouraged youth to read what they love, while the fair aims to connect readers and writers under the theme "Bloom: Grow Together."

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Police

Boxing Legend Bua Khao Champions Assault Victim in Khon Kaen

Legendary Thai boxer Bua Khao Banchamek is advocating for a young woman severely injured in a glass attack in Khon Kaen. The assailant allegedly refused to cover medical costs, claimed powerful connections, and told the victim to sue. The victim suffered nerve damage, lost facial control, and faces significant physical and psychological trauma.

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King and Queen Lay Wreaths for King Chulalongkorn Day

His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen led a wreath-laying ceremony at the King Chulalongkorn Memorial in Dusit Palace on October 23 to mark King Chulalongkorn Day. Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya also participated in the rites. The royal family then proceeded to the Grand Palace for the annual merit-making ceremony honoring King Chulalongkorn.

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