Witthaya Lauhkul, technical development director at Chachoengsao FC, believes the new foreign player quota for the 2026-27 Thai League season will push Thai players to raise their standards.

Under the new regulations, clubs can register 10 foreign players and field up to 7 per match, with the ASEAN quota eliminated. There is debate about whether this will benefit or harm Thai players, the Thai football industry, and the national team.

When asked for his view, Coach Heng said the policy has both positive and negative aspects. On the positive side, it will motivate Thai players to work harder, and academies will need to evolve their programs with greater emphasis on strength, tactical understanding, and one-on-one competitive play. "We need to strengthen Thai players to compete against foreigners in terms of game understanding, speed, and physical strength, which would bring Thai players to the level of Japan or South Korea. The benefit is it will make our kids fight harder. Importantly, clubs must produce higher-quality players," he said.

Regarding the drawbacks, Coach Heng noted that the national team may suffer, as seen in countries like China and Malaysia where heavy reliance on foreign players reduces opportunities for domestic talent. Player development requires regular matches—without game time, there's no progress.

"Our lack of success at the national level is partly because Thai players get fewer opportunities. Next year will likely be even fewer. But conversely, young Thai players, especially the new generation, must adapt to one-on-one play, game understanding, speed, and strength," he explained.

Lauhkul emphasized that players must develop themselves. While top-four clubs can attract quality foreigners, the rest have mixed-quality squads. He wants Thai players to step up, which will ultimately benefit the national team.

Regarding Chachoengsao's goals for the new season, Coach Heng stated the club aims to finish in the top four. Despite narrowly avoiding relegation last season, the team will have more preparation time with the same coaching staff and new players. He believes the quality of both players and coaching staff will help the club achieve its target.

The People's Party laid wreaths to commemorate the 34th anniversary of the May 1992 democracy uprising, calling on citizens to unite in drafting a people-centered constitution to end Thailand's cycle of military coups and advance national development. On May 17, 2025, at Santipharp Garden, the May Democracy Memorial on Ratchadamnoen Road, People's Party Deputy Leader Viroj Luksanadishore, accompanied by MPs Panida Mongkolswat and Anuson Tharmjai, participated in commemorating the May 1992 events.

Speaking as the opposition leader's representative in parliament, Viroj paid tribute to the democracy martyrs, recalling that he once believed the 1992 violence would prevent future coups. However, the coups of 2006 and 2014 shattered that belief. He explained that military-drafted constitutions deliberately lock in amendments, and when coup leaders become trapped by their own restrictions, they may engineer another coup to escape their limitations.

Viroj stated that breaking this destructive cycle requires sustained effort and collective determination to create a people-drafted constitution. He emphasized this is the only path for Thailand's future progress, and called for citizens to honor the sacrifices of 1992's martyrs by achieving a people-centered constitution once again.

Wat Phai Luang on Soi Kantana is cultivating pasture for cattle and buffalo while advancing its mission to rescue cows and buffalo from slaughterhouses, growing Israeli sweet grass to create sustainable feed and integrating Buddhist teachings on compassion into its animal care work.

Wat Phai Luang (Luang Por Singh), located in Soi Kantana, Bang Muang Subdistrict, Bang Yai District, Nonthaburi Province, continues its ongoing project to rescue cattle and buffalo from slaughterhouses under the "Luang Por Singh's Merit Fund for All Creatures" program. The temple currently cares for over 70 rescued cattle and buffalo, providing them with a safe place to live.

The temple has allocated more than 10 rai of pastureland, securely fenced, allowing the animals to graze naturally during the day before being brought back to their pens in the evening. The temple also welcomes the public and devotees to participate in merit-making by feeding grass and water spinach to the animals under the "Donate with Peace of Mind—Rescue Cattle and Buffalo to the Temple" program.

The temple prioritizes continuous animal health care through consultation and health checks from Bang Yai District livestock officials, ensuring all cattle and buffalo maintain good health and proper care.

Meanwhile, Wat Phai Luang has initiated a project to cultivate "Israeli sweet grass" as a food source for the cattle and buffalo, with monks and temple students planting and maintaining it after morning and evening chanting sessions. Beyond creating a sustainable food source and reducing expenses, this activity promotes physical health through exercise and cultivates compassion toward all creatures.

Temple teachers have incorporated Buddhist teachings on "compassion and loving-kindness" for the young monks and activity participants, noting that caring for animals trains the mind to become compassionate, generous, and to recognize the value of all life—a spiritual practice that can be performed in daily life.

This project serves not only to help animals rescued from slaughter but also to create a model of harmonious coexistence between people, animals, and nature, following Buddhist principles.

Illegal cat medicine operation busted in Samut PrakanLegacyOfficials announced the results of a raid yesterday, May 16, on an illegal cat medication production and sales operation in Samut Prakan, where unregistered veterinary drugs were allegedly mixed to increase volume and sold online. The operation was carried out by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), the Department of Livestock Development (DLD), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The case began after the DLD received complaints about a company in Samut Prakan registered as an animal feed wholesaler. The company was allegedly importing antiviral veterinary medicine for cats without permission for the treatment of feline infectious peritonitis, or FIP. Photo via Naewna Investigators later identified a storage site and factory in Bang Mueang subdistrict, Mueang district, allegedly used to produce and sell Emune, which was claimed to contain GS-441524, a nucleoside analogue antiviral drug, and was widely sold online. On April 29, officials searched the factory under a warrant issued by the Samut Prakan Kwaeng Court. At the site, 35 year old Songphan identified himself as the owner and led officials during the search. Officials seized 83 boxed Emune products, along with 117 unboxed products. They also seized production machinery and equipment used in production. Police also found 550 empty bottles, 740 caps, labels, and 4,690 packaging items. The seized illegal cat medicine, machinery, ingredients, labels, and packaging were valued at more than 1 million baht. Photo via Naewna Investigators said the group allegedly sold illegally imported medicine through Emune Thailand and emunefip.com, and also increased product volume by diluting liquid medicine with water and mixing tablet medicine with flour before pressing it into new tablets. Officials warned that unregistered veterinary drugs may be unsafe or ineffective because they are not quality tested and may be produced without proper controls. Photo via Naewna The case involved offences under the Drug Act of 1967. These include producing, selling, or importing modern medicine without permission, which carries up to five years in prison and a fine of up to 10,000 baht. Other offences include producing or selling drugs that require registration but have not been registered, carrying up to three years in prison, a fine of up to 5,000 baht, or both. Advertising medicine for sale without permission carries a fine of up to 100,000 baht. DLD chief Somchuan Ratanamungklanon said illegal online livestock products are increasing, including unauthorised veterinary drugs, exaggerated claims, banned contamination, and unlicensed services. He said the department is increasing monitoring of online veterinary medicine sales to protect farmers, animal health, and public health. Photo via Naewna Naewna reported that FDA secretary-general Supattra Boonserm warned pet owners and veterinarians to check whether veterinary products are legally registered before use and to purchase only from licensed locations. Police said the operation targeted people exploiting pet owners’ concern for sick animals by selling substandard illegal medicine. The CIB said it would continue working with related agencies to protect consumers and ensure products and services meet legal standards. The story Illegal cat medicine operation busted in Samut Prakan as seen on Thaiger News.

A touching moment unfolded at an athletics competition in Henan Province, China, when a 6-year-old boy had to compete against much older, more experienced athletes—all because his mother made a registration error. Though he started far behind his competitors, the determined young runner refused to quit, pushing himself to the finish line amid widespread admiration from netizens.

The boy was originally supposed to compete in a 200-meter race in the "Grade 2 Primary School" category, but during registration, his mother accidentally entered him into "Level 2"—a professional athletes' division at provincial or national level.

This mix-up meant the 6-year-old had to take on teenage and adult runners with far superior experience, fitness, and athletic skills. Video footage clearly showed him being noticeably smaller than all other competitors. When the starting gun fired, the other runners surged ahead immediately, leaving him far behind from the beginning.

However, despite falling significantly behind, the boy never stopped running. He continued pushing with all his strength, gritting his teeth until he successfully crossed the finish line, demonstrating impressive determination and an unwillingness to surrender.

When asked after the race why he was competing in this category, the innocent child replied, "I don't know, sir. Mom said I was the best, so I came."

Once the story spread online, many users commented, with some joking that the boy was like "a rookie accidentally entering a pro-level competition" or "storming a god-tier arena." Others praised him, noting that while he didn't win the race, completing it was a victory in itself and demonstrated true athletic spirit.

Engineering alumni from Kasetsart University class E56/KU60 have joined forces to donate toward the construction of Kasetsart University Hospital, enhancing access to medical services and Thailand's healthcare system. Kasetsart University continues to drive forward its Medical Park Project to improve healthcare accessibility, produce quality personnel, and develop health innovations nationwide.

Acting President Dr. Damrong Sriphraram received a 100,000 baht donation from alumnus Theerawat Senahaanja (Faculty of Engineering, E56/KU60) for the Faculty of Medicine and Kasetsart University Hospital. The donation was witnessed by Associate Professor Dr. Nuchnart Mangkang, Vice President for Finance and Special Activities, and Associate Professor Dr. Kritsana Vanoanthon, Vice President for Innovation and Social Missions, at the President's office in the 50-year communications building.

This generous contribution supports Kasetsart University's mission to establish a Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Nursing, Faculty of Pharmacy, and a 400-bed Kasetsart University Hospital as a hub for education, research, and medical services focused on agro-medicine and bio-innovation. The Medical Park Project aims to develop healthcare workforce capacity and medical innovation to elevate the nation's public health system and improve citizens' quality of life sustainably.

Currently, the Faculty of Medicine admits two cohorts of 47 medical students each, while the Faculty of Nursing enrolled 63 students in its first class. The Faculty of Pharmacy is preparing to welcome its first cohort of 24 students in the 2025 academic year, strengthening Thailand's future healthcare workforce. The university is constructing teaching buildings and medical education centers at the Bangkok campus, as well as clinical training sites at Chaophraya Yommaraj Hospital in Suphan Buri and Sakon Nakhon Hospital in Sakon Nakhon provinces.

Kasetsart University has also established the Kasetsart University Hospital Foundation under the Medical Park Project, inviting the public and donors to participate in building this future hospital dedicated to caring for the nation's health. The foundation welcomes contributions through the Punboon website (https://www.punboon.org/foundation/01162) or direct bank transfer to Thai Military Bank account 069-2-77187-6 under Kasetsart University Hospital. Donations are tax-deductible. Interested parties can follow project updates on the Faculty of Medicine's Facebook page.