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Did Wonderframe and Lisa Train Together?
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Did Wonderframe and Lisa Train Together?

Thai artist Wonderframe shared rare archival footage from her trainee days in South Korea at age 14, sparking fan speculation that a girl visible in the videos could be BLACKPINK's Lisa, though this remains unconfirmed.

Thailand's Economy Faces Modest 1.5-2% Growth Despite Stimulus
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Thailand's Economy Faces Modest 1.5-2% Growth Despite Stimulus

Thailand's economy is expected to grow just 1.5-2% this year as Bangkok Bank cites international trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainty, with government stimulus proving insufficient to drive stronger expansion.

Japanese Mayor's Maternity Leave Sparks Gender Equality Debate
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Japanese Mayor's Maternity Leave Sparks Gender Equality Debate

Japan's first female municipal mayor ignited national debate by taking four months of maternity leave, with supporters praising her as a role model for work-life balance while critics argued leaders shouldn't step back from duty.

Noes Udom Returns With Comeback Solo Dubbed 'Debt-Free Mic'
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Noes Udom Returns With Comeback Solo Dubbed 'Debt-Free Mic'

Thai entertainer Noes Udom announces a comeback solo performance called 'Debt-Free Mic' after staff members defrauded him, forcing him to mortgage his properties to recover from the financial losses.

Aston Villa Eyes Japanese Keeper Suzuki as Martinez Replacement
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Aston Villa Eyes Japanese Keeper Suzuki as Martinez Replacement

Aston Villa is pursuing Japan's Syon Suzuki from Parma as a replacement for departing goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, with the 23-year-old impressing during the 2026 World Cup qualification campaign.

Songsamai Ratchathewi Backs SEA Games Official Uniforms
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Songsamai Ratchathewi Backs SEA Games Official Uniforms

Songsamai Ratchathewi has signed a four-year sponsorship deal worth 2.4 million baht to supply official uniforms and apparel for Southeast Asian Games officials across Malaysia and Singapore through 2029.

Golden Boot Race Heats Up At World Cup 2026
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Golden Boot Race Heats Up At World Cup 2026

Five strikers are battling for the Golden Boot at the 2026 World Cup, with Mbappé and Messi leading the scoring race after the Round of 32 matches.

Charoensakdi Denies Taking Advance Payment From Muang Thong
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Charoensakdi Denies Taking Advance Payment From Muang Thong

Former Muang Thong United manager Charoensakdi Vongkran denied receiving advance payment from the club, clarifying his return was based on mutual agreement rather than financial incentives. He expressed support for players seeking unpaid wa

South Korea Coach Appointment Lacks Proper Selection Process
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South Korea Coach Appointment Lacks Proper Selection Process

A South Korean committee member claims the appointment of Hong Myung-bo as 2026 World Cup coach bypassed proper selection procedures and favored him solely for being Korean over more qualified international candidates.

Thailand Reviews 693 Billion Baht Budget as Inflation Looms
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Thailand Reviews 693 Billion Baht Budget as Inflation Looms

Thailand's parliament is reviewing a 693.88 billion baht budget for fiscal 2570 amid inflation concerns exceeding 4%, with the Bank of Thailand projecting modest economic growth of 2.3% this year buoyed by AI investment and technology expor

Thailand Launches Climate Adaptation Report Consultation Forum
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Thailand Launches Climate Adaptation Report Consultation Forum

Thailand held a public consultation on its draft climate report, with officials warning that the country's vulnerability to extreme weather has surged dramatically, ranking 17th globally in 2024 compared to 69th the previous year.

Thai Housing Authority Offers Up To 20% Discount And Zero Interest First Year
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Thai Housing Authority Offers Up To 20% Discount And Zero Interest First Year

The Government Housing Bank launched a nationwide campaign offering discounts up to 20% on ready-to-move housing and zero interest in the first year, targeting low-income earners and vulnerable groups through September 2025.