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Thai teen 'Nene Royal' set for America's Got Talent finale

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Thai sensation Nene Royal, a 16-year-old from Phuket, has advanced to the final round of America's Got Talent 2026, captivating audiences with her powerful vocals and rock guitar performances.
Securing a coveted 'Live Golden Buzzer' from judge Mel B, Nene is among the top 10 finalists competing for the US$1 million grand prize, with the finale broadcast scheduled for Wednesday morning in Thailand.

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Paroled former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra vowed to reclaim all eight House seats in Nonthaburi province, which his Pheu Thai party lost to the Move Forward party in the last general election.
Nonthaburi, a province adjacent to Bangkok, has historically been a stronghold for Thaksin's parties, making its loss significant and its recapture a stated mission.
Thaksin made this pledge during a surprise appearance at the birthday party of long-time ally and Nonthaburi mayor, Somnuek Thanadechakul, highlighting his renewed political engagement.
Despite his parole for corruption convictions, Thaksin appears actively involved in politics, traveling and believed to be influencing the ruling Pheu Thai party's moves.