One of Thailand's beloved entertainment couples, Lydia Saranrach and Matthew Dean, recently appeared together at the TCL Thailand New Product Grand Launch 2026 event at Impact Exhibition Hall 6 in Muang Thonburi on May 21st. Beyond sharing highlights from their romantic two-person trip to New Zealand, the couple also discussed the progress of their legal case against their former personal manager, which is currently in court proceedings. They acknowledged the case has affected their mental wellbeing and expressed their desire for it to conclude as quickly as possible, while maintaining faith in the justice system.

When asked if they had just returned from New Zealand as a couple, Lydia explained they're still adjusting to the time difference, waking at 4:30 AM daily due to the 5-6 hour difference. Matthew noted it was the longest they'd ever been apart from their child, an 8-day trip where he participated in a half-marathon in Hawke's Bay. Lydia shared she was pressured into running 10 kilometers after there was no kids' run category, though she enjoyed the supportive atmosphere of the event.

Regarding their romantic getaway, Lydia mentioned they've only recently started taking couples trips together, aiming for one annually. Matthew recommended New Zealand to all couples as a beautiful destination.

When asked about the legal case's progress, Lydia stated they're following court procedures and currently awaiting court dates, with no need to prepare additional evidence. She acknowledged the process is taking considerable time but understands it must follow proper steps. When asked if they'd spoken to the other party outside of court, Lydia confirmed they had tried but it didn't lead anywhere. She indicated they remain open to settlement if possible but past attempts at discussion have failed.

Asked how much the case troubles them, Lydia admitted it's inevitable that a lawsuit causes distress. She explained they normally don't have problems with anyone, but this dispute is clearly affecting their mental state and she wants it resolved quickly. The case already has a monetary claim and only the final stage remains. They're currently in the witness examination phase.

When asked if she discusses the matter with friends, Lydia acknowledged there is some stress involved, particularly given their busy lives with three children, work commitments, and personal activities like training for running and exercise. She emphasized she wants the case to end as soon as possible and trusts in the justice system to resolve it fairly.

On May 22, 2026, Police Lieutenant General Sayam Bunsomchai, Commander of the Bangkok Metropolitan Police, called a meeting of relevant agencies to establish short-, medium-, and long-term solutions to address railway crossing hazards. The meeting was convened following a train collision with a public transit bus at the Asoke-Din Daeng railway crossing, which killed 8 people and injured many others. Representatives attended from the Ministry of Transport, State Railway of Thailand, Bangkok Mass Transit Authority, the Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning Office, Department of Land Transport, Department of Rail Transport, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, and local police stations in railway crossing areas.

Data compiled by the Bangkok Metropolitan Police Command identified a total of 58 railway crossings in the area under its jurisdiction, covering 28 police precincts. The highest concentration is in Police Region 2 with 15 crossings, followed by Police Region 1 with 14. Police Regions 5 and 9 each have 7 crossings, Region 7 has 6, Region 3 has 4, Region 4 has 3, and Region 8 has 2. Police Region 6 has no railway crossings within its jurisdiction.

The meeting discussed enhanced safety measures at railway crossings, including installation of warning systems, automated barrier systems, traffic management by personnel, and law enforcement against violators to prevent future accidents and reduce loss of life and property.

At 7:26 a.m. on May 22, 2025, officers from Muang Surat Thani Police Station received a report of a vehicle collision on Soi Sri Vichai 21 (Takhak intersection) in Makham Tia subdistrict, Muang district, Surat Thani province. Emergency responders, hospital doctors, and rescue workers rushed to the scene on a two-lane road where they found two fatalities: a 47-year-old man named Kittipat (surname withheld) and a 6-year-old first-grade student (name withheld as Child A). An additional serious injury victim, an 11-year-old fifth-grade student (name withheld as Child B), was transported to Surat Thani Hospital but later succumbed to injuries.

A red Ford pickup truck bearing Sakon Nakhon license plates, driven by Ms. Nipaphat (surname withheld), was found at the scene with a Honda Click motorcycle bearing Surat Thani plates lodged beneath it.

Initial investigation reveals that the deceased man was the adoptive father of both boys and was riding the motorcycle to take them to school. The pickup truck driver has been taken in for witness questioning at Muang Surat Thani Police Station.

Dashcam footage from the pickup truck shows that the motorcycle lost control on the curve and veered directly into the path of the pickup truck, which was traveling in its proper lane at full impact, resulting in the three fatalities.

Cristiano Ronaldo, the superstar forward for Al Nassr, shared an emotional post after winning his first league title with the club, describing the trophy as one with deep meaning for everyone.

Ronaldo secured the Saudi Pro League championship for the first time after Al Nassr defeated Damac 4-1 in the final match of the season. This marks his first championship in Saudi Arabia since joining the team in 2023.

Al Nassr finished the 34-match season with 86 points, claiming their 11th league title and finishing 2 points ahead of runner-up Al Hilal. This is Al Nassr's first league championship in seven years, with their previous title coming in the 2018-19 season.

Following the victory, Ronaldo posted a video of himself lifting the Saudi Pro League trophy with the caption: "This means so much to us. Keep fighting, Al Nassr."

The soccer icon also shared a separate post featuring a photo of himself with his partner Georgina Rodríguez and their children.

Thai police face criticism for seeking help from children during arrestLegacyTwo high-school students in Nakhon Si Thammarat helped police restrain a suspect on a public road, causing a debate about the safety and appropriateness of civilian involvement in police operations. Footage of the incident was shared by TikTok user @jxjxens before being reposted by several news outlets and Facebook pages. It showed two police officers struggling with a man riding a white motorcycle in the middle of Nakhon Si Thammarat-Baan Song Road outside Chwang Rachdaphisek School. During the incident, one officer appeared to signal for assistance by nodding towards bystanders nearby. Two male students, later identified as Potae and Garfield, then rushed to help officers restrain the suspect. Many social media users praised the students for their bravery and willingness to assist police, while others expressed concern about the risks faced by the teenagers. Photo via TikTok/ @jxjxens Some commenters argued civilians, particularly children, should not become involved in police operations because suspects could potentially carry weapons. Others criticised police officers for appearing to seek help from members of the public instead of waiting for additional police support. Channel 8 later interviewed the two students, who said the incident happened at about 4pm after school had finished for the day. Potae and Garfield explained they had been riding home on a motorcycle when they stopped to watch the situation unfold. The students said they believed officers were asking for assistance, prompting them to intervene. Photo via TikTok/ @jxjxens Both boys admitted they did not consider the possible dangers at the time. Garfield added that he did not think about whether the suspect might have a weapon and said he was not afraid during the incident. Media reports later stated the motorcyclist was carrying a knife. However, no additional offences were discovered. Officials also reported the man was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol and had no previous criminal record. According to reports, the man questioned police about why he had been detained, claiming he was innocent. As of publication, the officers involved had not publicly clarified the reason for the operation.

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BBC reported on May 22 that angry residents set fire to a section of Rwampara General Hospital near the city of Bunia in Ituri Province—the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo—after the family and friends of a young man suspected of dying from the virus were prevented from taking his body for burial. Local politician Luc Malembe Malembe stated: "They started throwing objects at the hospital. They also set fire to tents being used as isolation wards." The violence resulted in hospital staff injuries, destruction of two tents and a body awaiting burial, and police firing warning shots to disperse the crowd.

Authorities emphasize that Ebola victims' bodies are high-risk infection sources and must be buried safely to prevent viral spread. Military and police have been stationed at the hospital to protect medical personnel and maintain order.

The deceased was a beloved community member and local footballer who had played for several local teams. His mother believed he died of typhoid, not Ebola. Malembe noted the underlying problem: "People lack correct information and understanding of what's happening. For some groups, especially in remote areas, Ebola is something created by outsiders—it doesn't really exist. They believe NGOs and hospitals fabricated this to make money, and that's tragic."

The World Health Organization recommends safe and dignified burial of Ebola victims by trained teams using protective equipment. Though reports initially suggested six patients might have escaped during the chaos, medical charity Alima confirmed all patients remain safe under hospital care.

DR Congo has recorded at least 139 deaths from over 600 suspected cases, though the health ministry reports 159 deaths with two additional cases confirmed in Uganda.