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Lawyer Unn Files Evidence with Constitutional Court Over Barcode Issue, Reveals Data from Somchai and Dr. Ruibin Alleging Election Result Lock-In

Lawyer Unn submitted evidence to Thailand's Constitutional Court alleging that ballot barcodes and QR codes were deliberately designed to enable election result manipulation, citing data from a former Election Commissioner and data science

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Lawyer Pattrapong Supakson, known as Lawyer Unn from Buriram, submitted evidence documents to the Constitutional Court on May 25, 2569, regarding the barcode issue on ballots. He had received notice from the court requesting written statements on five specified points to be submitted within 15 days.

As a petitioner under Constitutional Article 213, Unn submitted evidence documents asking the court to rule whether the Election Commission's creation of ballots with QR codes and barcodes complies with the Constitution and law. He emphasized that his submission included not just personal opinions but also hundreds of pages of data and facts from Somchai Srisuthiyakorn, former Election Commissioner, and information from Thammathip Sukochirat (Dr. Ruibin), a data science expert, whom he considers authorities on the subject.

Unn also noted several concerning observations: before Election Day, there was an unusually large-scale transfer of provincial governors. Additionally, ballots were printed at the Volunteer State Defense Printing House, and the behavior of election unit committee members (who control ballot origins and voter information) raised questions. He also mentioned the practice of voters memorizing the last three digits of ballot numbers to verify their identity in photographs taken during voting, which could enable traceability.

Unn expressed confidence that clarity would emerge within this week or next regarding whether the court would issue a ruling or request additional documents and witness testimony. He offered himself as an expert witness for the petitioner's side to counter evidence from the Election Commission, previously presented by witnesses including Natthawut Wongnirun and others. Unn stressed that the ballot issue is not confidential and the presence of barcodes and QR codes is certainly no accident, but rather something deliberately prepared in advance.

"I believe we should have clarity within this week or next on whether the Constitutional Court will issue a ruling in this case, request additional documents, or schedule witness testimony from both sides. I'm confident this matter will be resolved soon," Unn stated.

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Police

Renowned Doctor Airlifted to Bangkok for Emergency Brain Surgery After Hit-and-Run by Intoxicated Foreign Motorcyclist

A renowned Thai physician was airlifted to Bangkok for emergency brain surgery after being hit by an intoxicated British motorcyclist on Koh Phangan; the suspect faces charges including reckless driving, hit-and-run, and drug possession.

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On May 25, authorities reported developments in the accident case involving a British man on a motorcycle who hit renowned physician Associate Professor Theerasak Gaeo-Amattayong and fled the scene on Koh Phangan. An emergency air evacuation operation was launched at 2:30 p.m. at Samui Airport, with Samui Bangkok Hospital medical staff and family requesting aircraft support from the Police Aviation Division of the Royal Thai Police to rapidly transport the critically injured doctor. His brain condition was critical and required advanced neurosurgery.

Associate Professor Theerasak was transported by ambulance from Samui Bangkok Hospital before being transferred to a police aircraft stationed at Samui Airport for immediate flight to Bangkok, with medical and nursing staff providing close care throughout. Ramadhbei Hospital, his home institution, prepared operating rooms, neurosurgery teams, and advanced medical equipment to receive him immediately upon landing.

Regarding the case, Region 8 Police Commander Sitthichai Lohanbai has ordered Koh Phangan Police Station to prosecute the British suspect Mr. Wilcock Duncan with full force following urine test results confirming cocaine in his system. Charges include reckless driving causing severe injury, hit-and-run, driving without a license, and Class 1 drug possession. Investigators have also been ordered to expand the investigation into the suspect's tour boat business to determine if it operates illegally as a front company or has influential foreign backing, with the aim of eliminating foreign mafia networks on Koh Phangan and delivering justice for the physician who has long served Thai society.

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Ao Luk Residents Devastated as Newly Completed Homes Face Land Seizure for Railway Project

Nearly 380 households in Ao Luk face eviction for a planned 68-kilometer railway to Krabi Airport, with some residents losing newly built homes worth millions of baht that they occupied just months ago.

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Residents of Ao Luk in Krabi province gathered on May 24 to voice their opposition to the proposed Thap Put-Krabi railway extension project, a 68-kilometer feeder line that will pass through four districts and 15 subdistricts, including Ao Luk, eventually connecting to Krabi International Airport.

According to a survey conducted by a company hired by Thai State Railways (SRT), approximately 379 households face relocation, with over 1,120 rai of agricultural land affected. Residents report that the railway alignment cuts directly through their properties, creating isolated land plots and severely restricting access for transporting agricultural products. Some residents, such as Apicha Meesikit, expressed shock upon learning their newly constructed homes—on which they spent several million baht and only moved into in February 2025—now sit directly on the proposed railway corridor.

Residents are urging Thai State Railways and relevant government agencies to reconsider the route entirely or select an alternative alignment that minimizes community impact. Officials acknowledged the project is currently in the feasibility study and public consultation phase, with ground surveys and data collection ongoing. They stated they are addressing complaints from affected residents regarding land access and property impacts. The railway project is classified as urgent infrastructure and aims to promote tourism and provide direct rail access to Krabi Airport.

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Cristiano Ronaldo 1/1 Football Card Sells for Nearly 44 Million Baht

A rare one-of-a-kind Cristiano Ronaldo card from his Juventus era sold privately for $1.35 million, making it the most expensive Ronaldo card ever sold and the second-priciest footballer card globally.

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ESPN reports that a one-of-a-kind Cristiano Ronaldo football card, a 2018 Panini Kaboom 1-of-1 card, has been sold privately for $1.35 million, or approximately 43.85 million baht. Football cards have become increasingly popular collectibles among sports fans and card collectors worldwide. According to ESPN, the Ronaldo card from his Juventus era was sold through Fanatics for $1.35 million. This transaction makes it the most expensive Ronaldo card ever sold, though it ranks second among all footballer cards globally, trailing only a Lionel Messi rugby card that sold for $1.5 million, or about 48.72 million baht.

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National

Watch: Cabinet Secretary to Submit Clarification to Constitutional Court Tomorrow on 400 Billion Baht Loan Decree

The Cabinet Secretary will submit its defense of a 400 billion baht emergency loan decree to Thailand's Constitutional Court on May 26, meeting a court-ordered deadline after 133 parliamentarians challenged the measure.

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The Cabinet Secretary is expected to submit a clarification to the Constitutional Court tomorrow (May 26) regarding the controversial 400 billion baht emergency loan decree, marking the deadline set by the court. On May 18, the Constitutional Court accepted a petition from 133 members of Parliament challenging the decree and ordered the Cabinet to file its response within seven days. Following a Cabinet meeting on May 19, multiple government agencies including the Office of the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Budget Bureau, National Economic and Social Development Council, and the Office of the Legislative Counsel were tasked with preparing the joint clarification statement, which will compile and summarize previously submitted information.

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Civil Registration Department Tightens Standards for Registry Work Nationwide, Emphasizing Careful, Transparent, and Fair Operations to Combat All Forms of Corruption

Thailand's Civil Registration Department held a nationwide coordination meeting to tighten standards and combat corruption in registry and national ID operations, introducing enhanced verification procedures for identity creation, marriage

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On May 25, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at the Civil Registration Department conference room on the 9th floor of Thanalongkorn Tower in Bangkok, the Civil Registration Department held a coordination meeting on registry and national ID card operations nationwide. Presided over by Nrucha Kosasiwilai, Director-General of the Civil Registration Department and Central Registrar, the meeting included deputy directors-general, registrars from all 50 Bangkok districts, provincial registrars, district registrars, and local registrars, along with registry staff nationwide participating via simultaneous online platform.

The Central Registrar stressed that registry work is not merely a public service function but the "vital core of national administration" and serves as a massive database (Big Data) used by all government ministries, departments, and agencies for policymaking, administrative management, and national security, requiring operations to be conducted with accuracy, carefulness, and maximum responsibility.

Simultaneously, he instructed all registry officials at every level to maintain a "Sense of Urgency" in exercising their duties, and to halt any unreasonable administrative actions in their review, approval, and authorization decisions within their respective jurisdictions. The key principle is implementing "Check & Balance" mechanisms and rigorous daily report verification, with supervisors sharing accountability.

The Civil Registration Department has issued directives on work practices under "4 key areas" to urgently prevent corruption loopholes:

1. Creating personal identities and adding foreign worker names (pink cards) must involve thorough verification of actual residential status to prevent identity fraud. 2. Cases of duplicate persons require enhanced scrutiny according to the Cabinet Resolution of October 29, 2024, which expedited nationality granting for minorities within 5 days, with measures to prevent rights abuse and document forgery. 3. Marriage registration must verify genuine relationships and cohabitation to prevent hired marriage schemes. 4. Complaint handling must not absolutely reject public submissions even if documents are incomplete; clarification, recording, and fair expedited processing must follow service-minded principles.

The Civil Registration Department has also developed three supporting systems to enhance efficiency and convenience:

1. Compilation of registry work practices and circulars from fiscal year 2024 to present for uniform nationwide standards. 2. Enhancement of the 1548 Call Center with additional staff and clearly separated service lines for officials inquiring about legal matters or computer systems, and for citizens inquiring about procedures or required documents. 3. An alert system through the ThaID application sending immediate warnings to district officers or district directors when detecting high-risk transactions such as name additions, first-time ID card issuance, or marriage to foreigners.

The Central Registrar further stated that while the public expects rapid service, every step must be executed correctly, transparently, and fairly, reiterating that "honest performance is the shield protecting officials." If officials perform correctly, the Civil Registration Department will fully support and protect them, but any bribery or corruption will face strict prosecution.

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Teacher Files Complaint Against Commander After Police Officer Sexually Harasses Her, Sends Explicit Images via Line

A 29-year-old teacher filed a complaint against a police Lance Corporal who sent her explicit images and threatening messages via Line chat, alleging sexual harassment. The officer has been transferred pending disciplinary investigation, wi

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A 29-year-old teacher filed a complaint at Wang Chan Police Station on May 25 against a police officer holding the rank of Lance Corporal who serves as a D.A.R.E. instructor, alleging sexual harassment through explicit images sent via private Line chat. The officer sent threatening messages and nude videos to her private Line account on the afternoon of May 22.

After reviewing the evidence, Police Colonel Supakorn Matsambat, the station commander, acknowledged that the officer's conduct violates the Computer Crime Act and constitutes sexual harassment and harassment. The station commander has initiated a disciplinary investigation committee and transferred the officer to the station's operations center effective May 24.

The commander clarified that because the explicit images were sent in private chat rather than publicly distributed, this constitutes a private offense that requires the victim's consent to pursue criminal charges. If the teacher wishes to press charges, the officer will face both criminal and disciplinary penalties. If she declines, disciplinary action from his agency will be the sole punishment.

The teacher has since filed an official report documenting the incident. Police will continue their investigation to ensure justice for all parties involved.

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Thai Helps Thai Plus Day One: Social Media Shows 69% Successful Registration Despite App Crashes

Over 17 million Thais successfully registered for the Thai Helps Thai Plus energy relief program on its first day despite widespread app crashes, with social media showing 69% positive sentiment about the initiative that will provide monthl

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RealWatch Lab, the research and data analytics division of Real Smart Public Company Limited, revealed results from a social media survey covering the "Thai Helps Thai Plus (60/40)" program on the first day of registration (May 25, 2025) from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM across all platforms. Out of 21,250 total mentions, 69% of social media users shared positive experiences confirming successful benefit registration, easy enrollment, and readiness to use the program starting June 1st. Among these, 64% (13,552 messages) offered general comments about the registration process and verification procedures, while 5% (1,154 messages) expressed positive sentiment, praising the program's cost-reduction benefits and smooth app performance. Conversely, 31% (6,544 messages) voiced complaints about app crashes, freezes, slow performance, login difficulties, and complicated registration steps.

The "Thai Helps Thai Plus (60/40)" program aims to mitigate impacts from the energy crisis affecting all professions and entrepreneurs. Eligible recipients receive 1,000 baht monthly for four months (June-September 2025) through the Pao Tang digital wallet, with the government covering 60% of purchases and users paying 40%, capped at 30 million beneficiaries.

According to Krung Thai Bank's Pao Tang app report, 22,631,987 people registered on the first half-day, with 17,374,758 successful registrations and 4,921,910 pending verification. Registration failures numbered 335,319, primarily existing welfare card holders (335,153). Approximately 7,368,013 eligibility slots remained available at noon. Nationally, 977,296 participating merchants were approved, with 584,997 pending terms acceptance and 392,299 fully registered and operational. An additional 9,013 new merchants applied.

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Chucharoen Dabrunsarakam, Renowned Maha Sarakam Muay Thai Fighter, Announces Retirement After Years in the Ring

Chucharoen Dabrunsarakam, a celebrated Maha Sarakam muay thai fighter known for his devastating knees, retired at 33 after years competing at Thailand's top stadiums and internationally.

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Chucharoen Dabrunsarakam, a prominent muay thai fighter from Maha Sarakam known as "the knee fighter of Maha," has decided to retire from boxing after years of competition and declining physical condition. On May 25, 2026, he formally bid farewell to camp manager Maj. Niranthorn Yotpon. The 33-year-old strong knee fighter had previously held the Fuktian Group championship in the "King of Muay Thai" tournament, later joined the Kiatpetch camp where he won titles at Channel 7 and Lumpinee Stadium, and competed internationally several times with the Top Kings World Series.

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Influencer Jai Roren Scores Big! Singles Event Sells Out in Just One Hour

Influencer Jai Roren's Pride Month singles event sold out in one hour, with all tickets claimed within minutes of going on sale May 19. The Love.Lab gathering at Bar Roren on June 13 aims to help singles find genuine connections in a safe,

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Jai Roren, the renowned influencer known as Jai Powerpuff GAY, has joined forces with Lukrak Singsaksit Company to host Love.Lab's second edition, an event designed for singles. The Love.Lab x Bar Roren event will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Bar Roren with a kemé theme to celebrate Pride Month and sexual diversity awareness.

Jai Roren will open Bar Roren as a warm gathering space where single individuals can seek genuine connections. Ticket sales began on May 19, 2026, and the response exceeded all expectations, with all tickets selling out within the first hour of opening sales.

Lukrak Singsaksit Company, the dynamic new event organizer, recognized the strong 2026 trend of self-care and people seeking new experiences, which inspired the creation of Love.Lab—an event designed to provide a safe space for singles to open their hearts and find meaningful relationships, whether romantic partnerships, friendships, or new social circles that could enhance their professional lives.

Jai Roren expressed gratitude for the overwhelming response, noting that while many people registered, Bar Roren wanted to maintain the warmest possible atmosphere, so attendance had to be limited. Future events are definitely planned. The event will feature a family-like warmth, food prepared by Jai Roren personally, exclusive gift giveaways, and major prizes including five-star hotel accommodations and more.

Whether attendees identify as kemé or memé, they're invited to enjoy the fun and find meaningful connections. For more details, visit Facebook: Love.Lab / Instagram: love.lab.dating and TikTok: love.lab.dating. Event inquiries can be directed to lukraksingsaksit@gmail.com

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Abhisit Launches 'Monitor the State' Platform, Pioneering AI Use to Detect Government Project Corruption with 4.2 Billion Baht Budget

Former Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva launched an AI monitoring platform to investigate potential corruption in Thai government projects worth 4.2 billion baht, identifying over 1,200 initiatives with high corruption risks and uncl

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On May 25, 2569 at 2 p.m., Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva and deputy leader Kaladee Liaoipairojn launched the 'Monitor the State' platform, an AI-based system designed to monitor and investigate government operations. The platform aims to make public sector data more accessible, enhance transparency standards—particularly in procurement—and enable public participation in oversight while supporting economic benefits.

Abhisit stated that the Democrat Party is ready to use the 'Monitor the State' platform, currently for internal party use, to track government procurement. The platform analyzes data from government project groups using artificial intelligence. The initial focus examined AI-related government projects, identifying 1,276 projects worth 4.271 billion baht. Many projects have failed to deliver benefits, raising concerns about potential corruption and the lack of a clear government AI strategy.

Government agencies have claimed AI projects help citizens access information, despite the fact that citizens already have access to such data. Upon examining project terms of reference and details, the platform found high corruption risks and projects failing to meet OECD standards—standards the government aims to comply with within two years to gain OECD membership.

"Within the 4.2 billion baht budget, three private companies are involved in procurement," Abhisit said. "We will examine whether these companies have connections to political figures or have made donations to any political party."

Examples include the AI skills enhancement project for Thai people, known as 'AI Passport,' which carries high corruption risk. The opposition will use these tools to monitor AI and other project procurement going forward.

Abhisit noted investigations will cover the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation and the Digital Economy Ministry. Many projects currently under review employ specialized procurement methods, particularly at the Higher Education and Education Ministries, which have begun experiencing problems, with ministers suspending projects. The party is investigating why procurement methods are being modified.

The party leader invited citizens with information about irregularities or misconduct in projects to report to the party for investigation via the platform. Once the system stabilizes, it will be opened for public access.

Abhisit urged the government—which recently met with the private sector with the Prime Minister's support for using AI to prevent corruption—to avoid expensive projects. Instead, he called on the government to disclose data, allowing citizens to conduct joint oversight to meet OECD standards and enhance government transparency.

"If serious corruption is found during investigations," he stated, "it will be referred for further action."

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