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Deputy PM Defends Son's Firm Against Shuffle Money Allegations

Deputy PM Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn defended his son's company Maxbit against former MP Siriwit Sopha's allegations of financial links to the Shuffle website, stating the firm trades normally on the stock exchange and is properly licensed. Phiphat dismissed the accusations as political retaliation after Siriwit lost three consecutive elections in his constituency, and said his son will clarify the matter next week.

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Government Offers Four Days for Censure Debate

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Restaurant Owner Refutes Influencer Golf Kannalin's Claims, Alleges Agreement Breach

A restaurant owner at Bangkok's Railway Park has publicly rebutted claims by sports influencer Golf Kannalin, who alleged she was forced to apologize and her team detained. The owner denies renting space to Golf, stating they only agreed to let a running club use the seating area for canned coffee promotion from 6-9 AM, but Golf brought full commercial equipment and violated the agreed location and hours. The dispute highlights a clash over verbal agreements and alleged intimidation.

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Burglar Robs Wichit Home, Abandons Stolen Pickup in Trang

PHUKET: A 35-year-old man from Songkhla is being sought by police after allegedly stealing B6,000 in cash and a pickup truck from a house in Wichit before abandoning the vehicle in Trang.

14h ago The Phuket News

Police Chief Orders Performance-Based Promotions for 2026

The Royal Thai Police Commissioner has ordered a performance-based promotion cycle for 2026 covering ranks from Deputy Superintendent to Police Sergeant, with a hard deadline of November 30. The directive emphasizes transparency, measurable results, and rotation of underperforming officers in key enforcement areas such as drugs, cybercrime, and illegal immigration. Agencies must justify all nominations with evidence and conduct thorough background checks to prevent unqualified appointments.

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Thai Gold Prices Tumble 1,350 Baht at Market Open

Thailand's Gold Traders Association announced a sharp 1,350 baht drop in gold prices at the October 23 market open, with gold jewelry selling at 64,800 baht per baht weight. Gold bars are priced at 63,800 baht buy and 64,000 baht sell, while global spot gold trades at $3,997 per ounce. Analysts are watching US inflation and Federal Reserve policy for signals on whether gold can recover toward $4,300-$4,400 or risk falling below $4,100.

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Drug Screening at Phuket Karaoke Nets One Positive

PHUKET: One person tested positive in preliminary drug screening during inspections of two karaoke venues in Soi Phunphon, Phuket Town, late on Wednesday (Oct 21), district officials say.

14h ago The Phuket News

Supajee Thanks Anutin for Support Amid Reshuffle Rumors

Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Supajee Sutthamphanthu thanked Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul for publicly defending her position amid cabinet reshuffle rumors. Anutin had stated that if Supajee were removed, he would also resign. Supajee said she remains confident and ready to work daily, deferring to the Prime Minister's judgment on her future in the cabinet.

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House Speaker Won't Set No-Confidence Debate Date, Pushes Compromise

House Speaker Sopon Saran refused to unilaterally set a date for the upcoming no-confidence debate against ministers, urging the government, opposition, and Senate whips to compromise instead. Negotiations collapsed after the opposition rejected a four-day compromise and walked out, insisting on dates in November or December. Sopon said he would only write to the Cabinet once both sides agree, emphasizing that democracy requires dialogue, not imposed decisions.

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Police Rescue 17-Year-Old from Online Prostitution

Thai police and social welfare officers rescued a 17-year-old girl who was soliciting clients for sexual services through a popular online app. The operation followed a tip from social workers who spotted the minor's advertisements. Authorities are now investigating to identify and prosecute anyone who engaged her services, warning that such acts carry penalties of up to three years in prison and fines up to 60,000 baht.

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