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WTI jumps 3% as US crude stocks fall 8.6 million barrels
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
WTI crude closes at US$97.97 after a sharp US inventory draw, while markets weigh possible easing of sanctions on shadow-fleet tankers.
Ekniti showcases Muay Thai at IMF–World Bank meetings in Bangkok on October 15
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Ekniti highlights respect, discipline and humility in Muay Thai, presenting the martial art as a way to connect cultures at the Bangkok meetings.
The Nation Editorial Team
HM the Queen attends women’s ice hockey in Sapporo on October 15
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Her Majesty the Queen presented Best Player Awards to players from Japan and Kazakhstan after their match at Tsukisamu Gymnasium in Sapporo
The Nation Editorial Team
Strong AI demand lifts Japan’s core machinery orders by 5.2%
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Demand linked to artificial intelligence, large orders from non-ferrous metal producers and digital investment helped lift August’s core total to 1,069.8 billion yen.
Jiji Press
Japan to provide financial support for New York semiconductor plant
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Japan’s industry minister highlights gains for AI competitiveness and economic security, with smaller supply chain businesses also expected to benefit.
Jiji Press
Queen Sirikit MRT station to close for 7 hours on October 16
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Bangkok faces road closures on Ratchadaphisek and outbound Ploen Chit on October 16 for the IMF–World Bank meetings, with possible bus diversions.
The Nation Editorial Team
Safe, Sustainable, Extraordinary: Thailand's New Tourism Promise
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool says safety, sustainability and Thai-ness will shape a quality-first strategy for travellers, investors and students
Nongluck Ajanapanya
Central and eastern Thailand forecast to see isolated heavy rain
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Residents are urged to watch for flash floods and runoff, while mariners are warned of waves above 2 metres in thundershowers.
Nuttapakron Ngamsopa
Bangkok to close outbound lanes from Phloen Chit to Nana on October 16
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
All vehicles are barred from the affected section from 8am to 1pm on Friday, with bus routes 2, 40, 48, 501, 508 and 511 among those diverted.
Nuttapakron Ngamsopa
DDPM warns 2 Thai provinces of flash floods on October 15
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Phitsanulok and Nakhon Sawan face rising waterways, while landslide alerts cover five provinces and Chao Phraya lowlands remain at risk.
Juthamas Chaiyawan
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