Promoter Sier Boat (Nathdet Vachirratanvongs) has criticized the Thai Boxing Committee's plans to investigate referee Porn Prasert Nilphai following a controversial decision in the Bunmee Cannabis vs. Snail Lackpraohd championship match, calling for consistent enforcement across all fights rather than selective investigations of high-profile bouts.

The Thai Boxing Committee of Thailand's Sports Authority (SAT) has prepared to contact Rangsit Boxing Stadium regarding the case after the controversial ruling. In the disputed match, Snail was knocked down and hit his head on the mat in just the first round, leading referee Porn Prasert to end the bout and award the knockout victory to Bunmee, despite multiple objections that it was a foul. If the Boxing Referees Conduct Committee determines the referee made a legitimate error, he could face suspension for up to four months.

Furious over the situation, Sier Boat posted on Facebook demanding that investigations and penalties apply uniformly: "Don't just investigate high-profile fights with media attention. If you're going to do it, apply the same standard to every fight—whether it's about scoring decisions or ring disqualifications. Anyone who makes a mistake, whether it's scoring a round incorrectly or misruling a foul, must face the same consequences."

Deputy Prime Minister Yotchanan Wangsawasdi led a delegation from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation to Chanthaburi on May 21 to inspect the application of science, technology and innovation in elevating the fruit export industry, supply chain management, and durian processing operations.

Yotchanan emphasized that durian is not merely a commodity fruit, but a high-value agricultural product with significant development potential. He highlighted that viewing the complete durian cycle from cultivation to advanced processing demonstrates that science and innovation now extend beyond laboratories into actual farming operations.

The ministry's key objectives include supporting Thailand's development of proprietary technology using the diversity and distinctive characteristics of Thai fruits as the foundation for innovation.

Key achievements and development approaches highlighted include:

AI-Driven Quality Control: Thai private sector companies have implemented artificial intelligence technology to accurately verify ripeness and classify durians by weight, alongside internationally standardized processing facilities using Freeze-Dried and vacuum-frying systems.

Nuclear Technology for Export: X-ray technology in safe doses extends shelf life, slows ripening, and eliminates quarantined pests, making Thai fruits more easily compliant with strict U.S. and Chinese standards. Gamma radiation technology to sterilize fruit flies has been successfully used in Chanthaburi for over 20 years, reducing chemical use and farmer costs.

Non-Destructive Quality Inspection Innovation: Frequency wave technology accurately examines durian ripeness, calculates flesh weight and moisture content, elevating standards from traditional tapping methods to internationally recognized scientific standards. Research also focuses on preventing root rot diseases in durian orchards.

Circular Economy Innovation: The Thailand Science and Technology Research Institute and university networks extract high-quality cellulose and fibers from durian peels previously discarded as waste, developing premium-grade paper, eco-friendly packaging, and composite materials for eco-furniture, significantly reducing carbon footprint.

Advanced Processing: Durian flesh is being developed into innovative beverages, including ready-to-drink durian water and powdered durian drinks that maintain distinctive aroma and smooth taste.

Nestlé has issued a statement confirming that Singapore's High Court upheld an international arbitration panel's ruling that the termination of its joint venture agreement with QCP, the company owned by the Mahakij family, was legally valid. On May 21, 2025, Nestlé announced that the Singapore High Court delivered its judgment on March 4, 2025, affirming the international arbitration tribunal's decision and confirming that the complete termination of the QCP agreement was legally valid according to the relevant terms. Nestlé continues to drive Nescafé's success through good governance practices, product innovation to meet consumer needs, and ongoing support for Thai farmers. Nescafé remains Thailand's most popular coffee brand and one of the most trusted brands among Thai consumers, maintained through consistent good governance, commitment to developing high-quality coffee products in new formats to serve Thai consumers, and continued support for Thai coffee farmers as a major purchaser of domestically-grown coffee beans for many consecutive years. Historically, Nescafé products were manufactured in Thailand by Quality Coffee Products Limited (QCP), a 50/50 joint venture between Nestlé and the Mahakij family. Under this joint venture agreement, Nestlé held management authority over QCP's operations, including production, distribution, and marketing of Nescafé products, with all technology and intellectual property used in Nescafé manufacturing belonging to Nestlé. When the joint venture agreement terminated on December 31, 2024, QCP lost the right to manufacture Nescafé products. The termination case was submitted to an international arbitration tribunal for investigation. On December 20, 2024, the international arbitration tribunal ruled that the complete termination of the agreement was legally valid under the relevant terms. The opposing shareholder's subsequent petition to Singapore courts was also entirely dismissed. The Singapore High Court's judgment on March 4, 2025 upheld the arbitration tribunal's decision, definitively confirming the lawful termination of the QCP agreement. The other QCP shareholder received notice of the court's judgment, and litigation costs have been settled according to the court's order. Regarding the civil case filed by Prasuth Mahakij and his family against Nestlé and affiliated companies in Thailand, the Court of Appeal's president has ordered the case transferred to the Intellectual Property and International Trade Court, which has direct jurisdiction. The case is currently under consideration. Nestlé remains committed to good governance principles in business operations, strictly complies with laws, and fully cooperates with relevant government agencies and justice sector bodies. These principles are core to Nestlé's business conduct worldwide and form the foundation of the trust earned from consumers, business partners, employees, and stakeholders across the globe. Nestlé has operated in Thailand for over 130 years and remains committed to conducting business here for the benefit of consumers, employees, farmers working with us, business partners, and will continue to invest in Thailand.

Thailand is considering raising its proposed tourist 'landing fee' to more than 300 baht as authorities work on a new collection system that would include premium insurance coverage for foreign visitors.

Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul said the government is finalising both the collection model and appropriate pricing to avoid negatively affecting tourists' travel experience.

Officals are currently studying two collection methods. The first option would include the fee in airline tickets, which authorities view as the most convenient approach because tourists would not need to make additional payments upon arrival. However, airlines currently cannot clearly separate Thai passengers from foreign tourists or business travellers. To address this, the government plans to create a refund application allowing Thai nationals and exempt travellers to reclaim the fee after entering the country.

The second option would collect the fee through the immigration system using electronic payment before entry into Thailand. While this method would allow authorities to clearly identify visa categories and traveller types, it may add extra procedures for visitors before arrival.

Surasak said the fee could exceed the previously discussed 300 baht because the government wants to provide premium insurance coverage for tourists immediately upon arrival in Thailand. The proposed insurance would include treatment at leading private hospitals and help reduce the government's financial burden when tourists' own insurance coverage is insufficient.

Authorities are currently holding discussions with insurance associations to determine an appropriate fee structure. Part of the revenue would also be used to support tourism development projects nationwide.

A polyamorous relationship between five men in California went viral on May 21, 2026, when Erik Wong, Hamilton Du, James Lee, Jonathan Chian, and Michael Lee launched a podcast called "The Cule Kids" to share their unique love story. The relationship began with James and Jonathan dating since 2013 before marrying in 2022, maintaining an open relationship from the start. They eventually met Erik, Hamilton, and Michael through friends and social gatherings, with all five committing to their polyamorous relationship seriously in 2024. The group lives life together through various activities including video games, travel, boating, and music festivals, with one key rule: anyone dating or engaging sexually outside the group must log it in a "Cule Log" for everyone's sexual health and safety. Currently, some members live separately but plan to move in together and have children, with everyone aligned on these goals. They acknowledge that coordinating five people's lives is challenging but view their relationship as one filled with love, understanding, and fortunate connection. Most members plan to come out about their polyamorous relationship to their families in the future, with currently only Hamilton having disclosed it. The podcast and their story have received mostly positive responses, helping people understand diverse relationship structures.

On May 21, investigators from the anti-corruption unit summoned Ajchariya Rueangrattanaphong, chairman of a crime victim assistance club, to the Criminal Division 6 office at the Supreme Prosecutor's Building on Ratchadaphisek Road. Investigators recommended pressing charges against him for defaming a government official performing their duties, making false and defamatory public statements, and providing false information about criminal offenses to prosecutors and investigators, potentially causing public harm and framing others for crimes. The incident stems from December 2 when Ajchariya gave a media interview in front of the Central Investigation Police Command, alleging that Nonthaburi provincial prosecutor Supaparni—known as "Prosecutor Dao"—improperly exercised discretion to file charges without legal basis, favoring boat suspects. Ajchariya also made distorted and false claims about the death case of Nida "Melon" to anti-corruption officials, accusing the prosecutor of violating criminal code articles 157 and 200. Ajchariya did not initially appear at the scheduled 10 a.m. summons, but arrived at 1 p.m. to meet with prosecutors. He has been scheduled to hear the court's decision on June 22, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.