On May 13, 2026, Megan Dixon, a 21-year-old English woman, made the difficult decision to undergo double leg amputation after suffering from chronic pain for over eight years caused by stiffened and severely deformed legs that have rendered her unable to perform daily activities.

Dixon's illness began at age 13 when she contracted whooping cough and glandular fever. Within a year, her legs began to fail and she could no longer walk. She was initially diagnosed with ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis), a chronic fatigue syndrome, but her condition progressively worsened until she could no longer sit, speak, or see properly. After spending over 18 months hospitalized, doctors diagnosed her with FND (Functional Neurological Disorder), a nervous system condition that causes the brain to send and receive signals to the body incorrectly. She became paralyzed from the neck down, requiring tube feeding and experiencing seizures, while her legs twisted into increasingly severe deformities that doctors could not straighten, even under anesthesia.

Throughout the years, Dixon felt dismissed by the medical community and was denied treatment by five different surgeons, often being told her condition was psychological despite experiencing 24-hour pain. By the time she found willing physicians, her knees had suffered irreversible damage, making amputation the only viable option.

Currently unable to walk, Dixon drags herself along the floor or uses a wheelchair to move around, with even basic activities like getting into bed or using the bathroom causing severe pain. She has surgery scheduled for August and is fundraising for an electric wheelchair and medical equipment to help restore her independence.

Dixon's message to others facing health challenges is to trust their bodies and seek help immediately, warning that prolonged medical neglect can lead to irreversible consequences like those she now faces.

Chumtang Daotong is bringing the entertainment heat! Three hot Seven Star girls team up with M Thepbutr to deliver hilarious performances, while young Luk Thung artists compete fiercely in the "One Song Tells All" format. Luk Thung fans should prepare themselves as Chumtang Daotong serves up entertainment packed with humor, excitement, and high-quality vocals that will leave audiences wanting more.

The show kicks off on Thursday, May 14th with a full lineup of three hottest stars from Seven Star—Dada, Millie, and Porsche—teaming up with the charming and funny M Thepbutr. They'll perform a mix of hit songs and fun Luk Thung tracks including "Banyat Rak," "Nong Norn Mai Lap," "Ho Hai Duay," "Hat Cheuy Thee Rak," "Saphao Iso," and "Lao Cha"—guaranteed to get audiences dancing, laughing, and singing along!

The excitement continues Friday, May 15th with a national-level Luk Thung singing competition, this week's "Luk Thung Youth" season featuring the "One Song Tells All" concept. Four provincial representatives will showcase their vocal power and special talents to compete for points and advance to the next round.

Competitors include Neck-Tichanon Panasa from Nan province performing "Somsaan," Sam-Natthapol Kaewwisai from Tak province with "Luang Pu Tuat Yeab Jai," Pan Pan-Siranyaphat Saratonghan from Nong Khai province delivering "Saow Isan Ror Rak," and Miew-Meena Uansiri from Loei province closing with "Mue Tok Mai Jai Fai Song Na."

Each competitor is bringing full emotion, passion, and powerful vocals. Who will impress the judges and secure a spot in the next round? You won't want to miss a second of the suspense! Follow the Luk Thung entertainment style on Chumtang Daotong, airing Thursday, May 14th and Friday, May 15th, 2025 starting at 1:10 PM on Channel 7HD (button 35), or watch replays on bugaboo.tv, 7 Star Studio's YouTube channel, and their Facebook page. Don't watch and you'll be out of the loop—this Luk Thung entertainment will go viral nationwide!

Surat Thani - Land Department Director Pornpetch Penpat and his team inspected the Koh Samui Land Office in Koh Phangan District on May 13, 2025, to address recent social media reports about land ownership issues on the island. Following a Fourth Army Region investigation that suggested foreign nationals might be using Thai nominees to hold property, the department's field investigation found concrete evidence of 1,832 foreign companies holding land on Koh Phangan, with 47 companies identified as potentially violating Thai law. Police arrested 12 of these companies this morning, with the remaining 35 under investigation. Director Penpat clarified that there is no widespread foreign land seizure on Koh Phangan as reported on social media, confirming that foreign nationals hold only 6% of the island's 38% total private land.

Over 2,400 PTT stations spanning 760 districts are joining forces to reduce fuel costs for mobile vendors distributing affordable consumer goods across the country. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, Interior Minister, Commerce Minister Supachai Suthummaphand, along with Luang Pik Thong Thongyai, Chief Executive of PTT Oil and Retail Company Limited (OR), and Suchart Rammase, Managing Director, held a press conference to launch the "Thai Help Thai - Reduce Cost of Living" campaign at Government House. The initiative distributes affordable consumer products to communities through mobile vendors to help citizens access low-cost goods and reduce living expenses during May-June 2026. Luang Pik Thong revealed that PTT stations are supporting mobile vendors by reducing their fuel expenses, enabling them to distribute affordable products to districts nationwide. With over 2,400 PTT service stations in more than 760 districts ready to support mobile vendors throughout their routes, this initiative not only eases the burden on vendors but also reinforces PTT stations as community hubs under the "Living Community" concept. PTT remains committed to operating while contributing to social development and creating economic opportunities for all Thais.

At 11:00 AM on May 13, 2026, at Don Mueang Royal Thai Air Force Base 2, Squadron 6 in Bangkok, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Interior Minister gave an interview regarding clarity on the constitutional amendment draft confirmation due to expire on May 14. He stated that Pheu Thai Party's stance must align with public wishes. When asked if the referendum results from over 20 million votes would prompt the draft's reratification, Anutin responded that all processes begin at parliament and should not be tied to the government, as that belonged to the previous administration. The constitutional amendment referendum was held on the same day as general elections, so the amendment process must start from parliament and cannot be linked to the previous draft. When asked whether parliament must initiate the process according to a Constitutional Court ruling, the PM confirmed a Constitutional Court judgment had been issued. When pressed on whether parliament would initiate proceedings, he affirmed this was the case. The timing of the new restart process is parliament's decision, not the government's. When asked if there would be a fresh count, he said that depends on parliament, and noted that as Pheu Thai Party leader, he had previously stated certain provisions touching on Thai sovereignty should not be altered, with other matters being open for discussion. Regarding whether reratifying the old draft would proceed faster than a fresh start, he said he did not know.

At 11:00 AM on May 13, 2025, at Don Mueang Airport Terminal 2 in Bangkok, Prime Minister Anuthpin Charnveerakul and Interior Minister addressed an audio clip circulating on social media allegedly featuring the PM discussing opening the Thai-Cambodian border. "That's clearly AI," Anuthpin stated. "I don't speak that way. Don't believe it. Why does the method start sounding off every day? That's unreliable. I never said it. There will definitely be no border opening."

When asked about Hun Sen, chairman of Cambodia's Senate, calling on the Cambodian government to reject new bilateral negotiations with Thailand over maritime disputes following Thailand's MOU 44 termination, Anuthpin clarified that Thailand unilaterally terminated the agreement and required no permission or notification. He noted that during ASEAN meetings in Cebu, Philippines last week, he had already informed the Cambodian PM of the decision, which they acknowledged with disappointment.

Anuthpin stated that Thailand would pursue mandatory conciliation mechanisms, though Cambodia's position differs. Thailand's approach follows UNCLOS principles regarding maritime law, with no negotiation format yet determined. Regarding detained Thai nationals facing Cambodian military charges, he said his government is coordinating assistance. "If our people didn't intentionally violate their laws and aren't involved in smuggling or security threats, we'll seek their return. This is a government-level disagreement unrelated to the public," Anuthpin emphasized, urging citizens not to become entangled in the dispute.

On border wall construction progress, Anuthpin confirmed that the military has received budgetary approval from the government, with implementation proceeding through various security agencies including Army, Navy, and Royal Thai Armed Forces headquarters, each responsible for their respective border sections.