{
  "id": 217034,
  "title": "Yala official goes viral over bold makeup, says style reflects her confidence",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/06/yala-official-goes-viral-over-bold-makeup-says-style-reflects-her",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-06T07:50:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Khaosod English",
    "slug": "khaosod-english",
    "url": "https://www.khaosodenglish.com/life/2026/08/06/yala-official-goes-viral-over-bold-makeup-says-style-reflects-her-confidence/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Yala — A municipal official named Tassaneem Thapkham has recently gained widespread attention for her striking makeup style, which she claims reflects her personal confidence. The image of the administrative division head and acting head of the municipal office in Patae Subdistrict Municipality, Yaha district, emerged from a Zoom meeting on August 3 while officials were discussing the municipality’s 2027 budget. Once posted on the municipality’s Facebook page, the photo quickly gained millions of views, shares, and comments.\n\nTassaneem expressed surprise at the reaction, with certain users lauding her appearance and others criticizing it, especially her eyebrows and eyelashes. She explained that her makeup style is a personal choice she has maintained for over a decade, claiming it enhances her confidence when working and interacting with residents. Tassaneem emphasized her goal is to have people focus on her work, dedication, and commitment to public service instead of her appearance.\n\nThe widespread attention has provided a platform for Patae Municipality officials to highlight the municipality’s achievements, with the post garnering over 10 million views. They commended Tassaneem as a dedicated official, noting that her appearance has never hindered her performance.",
  "summary": "YALA — A municipal official in Yala has gone viral after a photo from an online budget meeting drew widespread attention over her colorful makeup style, with the official saying it reflects her personal confidence and has been part of her daily routine for more than 10 years. The photo of Tassaneem Thapkham, head of […] The post Yala official goes viral over bold makeup, says style reflects her…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}