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Former Bangkok Governor Helps Dr. Jo Campaign, Confident in Person-to-People Approach to Make Bangkok Better

Former Bangkok Governor Pichet Rattakul campaigned for Pheu Thai's Chaiyawat Sathavawichit on May 22, backing the young engineer's person-centered approach over relying on a single hero figure to lead the city.

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On May 22, 2569 at Sai Mai Road, Chaiyawat Sathavawichit, the Pheu Thai Party's candidate for Bangkok Governor, campaigned alongside former Bangkok Governor Pichet Rattakul and former campaign aide Chadchart Sittipunt, former Bangkok Governor. They helped campaign for Patraporn Kengrungruongchai, a Bangkok Metropolitan Assembly candidate from the Bang Sue district, with support from Picharoen Chaowapatanawong, Pheu Thai's secretary-general.

Picket explained his reasons for supporting Chaiyawat, noting he finds Chaiyawat interesting and worth supporting as Bangkok Governor. Chaiyawat has attractive qualities as a young professional engineer with experience at the Bank of Thailand. As an engineer, he thinks in terms of construction and design rather than mere repairs.

Picket continued that beyond Chaiyawat's background, he appreciates the Pheu Thai Party's belief in decentralized power and teamwork without a single protagonist. He views this as crucial since Bangkok is too large a city to rely on one white-knight hero. The party also believes in public participation and strengthening local governance.

"These ideas align with my thinking, which is why I volunteered to help Chaiyawat's campaign. I'm only assisting with politics and won't accept any position since I'm elderly. I can only offer advice and support. I'll help Chaiyawat campaign for Bangkok Governor, though I may also assist other assembly candidates in my working group, most of whom are from the Pheu Thai Party," Pichet said.

When asked whether Bangkok residents prefer independent candidates or party candidates for governor, Pichet noted both have worked well. Past independent governors like Pol. Gen. Chamlong Srimuang and Chadchart performed excellently. Even party-backed candidates have had freedom to work, with parties providing support rather than controlling them.

When asked if he had spoken with Chadchart, Pichet said no. In the previous election, he supported Chadchart because of his good intentions. Once Chadchart became governor, Pichet returned his campaign materials and ended his involvement.

When asked if he had analyzed the strengths and weaknesses between Chaiyawat and Chadchart, Pichet said the public must decide. He wouldn't presume to guide them, as voters are the best judges.

Chaiyawat expressed confidence in his bid as Bangkok Governor following Chadchart's announcement of re-running, saying he doesn't expect things to change and his position isn't about opposing anyone.

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Abhisit Says Next Week Will Bring Resolution on Constitutional Amendment Draft, Notes Pheu Thai's Approach Differs on Public Participation

Multiple opposition parties aligned on constitutional amendment principles will submit a draft next week, with plans for public participation in the charter drafting assembly that differ from Pheu Thai's approach. Abhisit said the parties s

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On May 22, 2025, at the Democratic Party headquarters, Abhisit Vejjajiva, a party-list MP and Democratic Party leader, discussed the submission of a constitutional amendment draft. He explained that the Democratic Party lacks sufficient MPs to submit its own draft alone, so it has consulted with other political parties facing the same challenge. The parties are currently aligned on two core principles: first, creating a process that ensures genuine public participation in the charter drafting assembly (CDA), which differs from Pheu Thai's approach; and second, not amending Chapters 1 and 2, which would differ from the People's Party draft.

Abbisit stated that beyond these points, the parties have differing views on the CDA selection process and constitutional approval procedures, with varying details among each party in current discussions. However, he believes a resolution will be reached next week and a draft can be submitted. Each party will present its own proposal and agreement is expected within the week.

On Pheu Thai's draft, Abbisit noted it clearly differs regarding public participation procedures, involving only registration without broader participatory mechanisms. The CDA selection process would also face problems in balancing main principles, proportionality, and provincial considerations.

When asked about Pheu Thai's draft being submitted in the party's name rather than through the Cabinet as typically required for major legislation, Abbisit said it's not necessary and depends on whether the government takes a position. The government clearly didn't include this in its policy from the start, so he's unsurprised there's no Cabinet draft—the government simply doesn't intend to pursue this matter, leaving it to political parties.

Regarding whether parties will submit one draft or multiple separate ones, Abbisit said it depends on whether differences can be reconciled. If so, one draft would be submitted; if not, they may submit separate drafts with mutual endorsements to ensure all proposals are presented. Submission is expected next week.

On whether public participation requires citizens to directly elect CDA members, potentially conflicting with a Constitutional Court ruling, Abbisit proposed using electronic polling to allow people to express views on CDA candidates through a digital system. This would ensure broad participation while saving costs compared to traditional elections. For those without phones, citizens could register in their own subdistrict to vote. Importantly, this would be polling, not election, so the resulting names wouldn't be final—the assembly would still make the ultimate selection.

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Bangkok United Extends Contracts with Key Players, Restructures Club for Sustainability

Bangkok United extended contracts with star striker Muay Theerasil Dangda and other key players while restructuring leadership roles, appointing Danny Invincibile as Sporting Director to strengthen the club's technical management and youth

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Bangkok United has announced contract extensions for key players headlined by legendary striker Muay Theerasil Dangda, while restructuring the club to boost its long-term sustainability. The club has announced adjustments to important personnel roles aimed at elevating the club and creating sustainable success, supporting head coach Ban Thachchatwan Sripan so he can focus fully on team management and on-field competition. With the Thai Football Association increasing foreign player quotas, the club recognizes the importance of strengthening technical management and has restructured key positions as follows: Appointing Danny Invincibile as Sporting Director. Drawing on his experience and commitment to building the club's youth football foundation, Danny will oversee overall technical policy, team direction, and strategy for player recruitment and transfers to align with the expanded foreign player quota. Danny will also retain his assistant coach position to work alongside Coach Ban in continuously strengthening the senior team. To establish a strong player development foundation and maintain team balance, the club has reached contract extensions with core players and signed permanent agreements with important players including: Everton Goncalves, team captain and defender; Muay Theerasil Dangda, world-class striker; Lee Ki-Je, South Korean national team defender; Nook Shinpong Raksa, experienced goalkeeper; and Ken Picha Uthorn, signed on a permanent basis. Bangkok United is confident that this restructuring and role reassignment represent another crucial step in maximizing club management efficiency and laying the foundation for the team to achieve its objectives.

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Sugar Chalita Opens Up About 2-Year Relationship with Charlie Temple, Still Not Ready for Marriage; Emphasizes Quality Content Over Engagement Bait

Sugar Chalita revealed she's been dating Charlie Temple for nearly two years but isn't ready for marriage, preferring to focus on her career and creating meaningful content rather than chasing viral moments.

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Sugar Chalita shared relationship updates at the EVEANDBOY BEST SELLING AWARDS 2025 event at One Bangkok, discussing her nearly two-year romance with international boyfriend Charlie Temple. Though she loves him deeply and he's supportive, she's not yet considering marriage, preferring to focus on work and personal life first. She stressed that she and her collaborator Naht prioritize creating meaningful, socially beneficial content rather than chasing viral moments through drama.

When asked about sharing couple moments, she joked they rarely post anything sweet and that her friend takes photos instead. Her boyfriend recently surprised her with pink shoes he knew she wanted. She clarified he doesn't always spoil her—if she wants something, she just tells him. He never shows up empty-handed to events and is consistently supportive. She noted this is simply his responsibility, and she doesn't expect grand gestures; she's content as long as they're together and she can be herself.

Regarding language barriers, she explained that daily English practice has made communication smoother over time. He understands Thai culture exceptionally well, even better than she does in some ways. She spends more time with her work partner Naht than her boyfriend due to their filming schedule, though he occasionally mentions they haven't seen each other in a day.

She's been dating for nearly two years with multiple anniversary dates they celebrate—though she can't remember official dates since she's forgetful and he remembers their first meeting. When asked about marriage plans, she said she's not ready yet and wants to continue working, earning, and living life. She enjoys attending weddings and catching the bouquet but hasn't succeeded yet.

On content creation, she and Naht discuss what to produce, being mindful of appropriateness and cultural sensitivity. She rarely creates trend-chasing content, preferring to serve helpful material that educates and entertains. They balance meaningful content with lighter, frivolous posts. Many creators struggle with location permissions, and she acknowledged this is a concern—she always asks permission before filming and doesn't act recklessly.

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Lydia and Matthew Update Legal Case Against Former Manager, Acknowledge Mental Toll, Eager for Quick Resolution

Entertainment couple Lydia Saranrach and Matthew Dean are pursuing a legal case against their former personal manager, acknowledging the ongoing lawsuit is taking a mental toll as they await court proceedings to conclude.

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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.

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Gaming Addiction: Three Siblings Run Away from Home After Being Banned from Playing Free Fire

Three siblings aged 9 to 14 fled their home in Gujarat, India after their father banned them from playing Free Fire, taking about 5,000 baht with them. Police suspect they boarded a train to Mumbai and have launched a search operation.

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Three siblings have run away from home after becoming upset with their father for banning them from playing Free Fire. On May 22, foreign media reported that three children from Surat, Gujarat, India fled with approximately 15,000 rupees (around 5,000 baht) after being prohibited from playing the game. Police suspect the three may have boarded a train bound for Mumbai.

The three children consist of a 14-year-old boy, an 11-year-old brother, and a 9-year-old sister. They all left home early in the morning on May 19 while their family was sleeping.

The family revealed to police that the children were heavily addicted to Free Fire and frequently used their father's mobile phone to play for extended periods. Previously, the children's father had returned to his hometown and accidentally left his phone at home, allowing the three to spend most of their time gaming on the device. When the father returned, the mother began expressing concern that the children were spending too much time on mobile games. The father then decided to remove the SIM card from the phone and lock it away in a cabinet to try to limit their gaming behavior.

However, being banned from gaming made all three children upset, and they decided to run away from home with some cash. When the family discovered the children were missing, they immediately reported it to police.

Police revealed they have established five investigation teams to track down the children, working in coordination with multiple agencies. Initial reviews of CCTV footage show that all three children appear to be safe.

Source: India Today Reported by Sanook News Online team

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Urgent Action to Address 58 Dangerous Railway Crossings Across Bangkok Following Fatal Train-Bus Collision that Killed 8

A fatal train-bus collision at Bangkok's Asoke-Din Daeng crossing killed eight people, prompting authorities to address safety hazards at 58 dangerous railway intersections across the city.

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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.

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Surasak Monteri Task Force Intercepts Drug Smuggling Operation Across Mekong River, Seizes 1.08 Million Methamphetamine Pills

Thai authorities seized 1.08 million methamphetamine pills during a major drug bust along the Mekong River in Loei Province on May 22, after suspects fled to Laos by stolen fishing boats.

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The Surasak Monteri Task Force, under the command of the Second Army Region, successfully intercepted a major drug smuggling operation on May 22, 2025. Operating under the Northeast Border Drug, Precursor Chemical and Chemical Control Center (Center 24), the task force coordinated with local security agencies to set up a checkpoint along Highway 211 in Ban Songao Village, Huay Pichay Subdistrict, Pak Chom District, Loei Province, following intelligence reports of illicit drug transportation into the area.

Officers spotted a suspicious pickup truck arriving at the checkpoint location, where three suspicious men were loading black sacks onto the vehicle bed. When authorities moved in to conduct a search, the suspects fled under cover of darkness by stealing two fishing boats with outboard motors belonging to local residents and crossed the Mekong River back to Laos. A pickup truck also escaped along Highway 211 toward Sangkhom District in Nong Khai Province.

Following the operation, authorities seized approximately 1,080,000 methamphetamine pills contained in three sacks, along with one seized fishing boat with motor. The evidence has been secured at the unit headquarters for detailed inventory before being transferred to Pak Chom Police Station for legal proceedings. Authorities are actively pursuing leads to identify and prosecute other network members involved in the smuggling operation.

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Dashcam Footage Reveals Tragic Moment: Motorcycle Veers Off Curve and Crashes into Pickup Truck, Killing Father and Two Children

A motorcycle carrying a father and two children veered off a curve into an oncoming pickup truck in Surat Thani on May 22, killing all three occupants during the morning school run.

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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.

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Two Young University Students Arrested After Crashing into Traffic Police Officer; Suspect Remains in Coma with Brain Swelling and Broken Neck; Gun Found in Vehicle

Two university students from Chiang Rai were arrested after their car hit a traffic police officer at a Bangkok checkpoint, leaving him in a coma with a broken neck and brain swelling. A 9mm handgun was found hidden in their vehicle.

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While Deputy Superintendent Thanan Phiromjitcharoen and other traffic officers were conducting an alcohol checkpoint on Bangna-Trat Road in northern Bangna district, Bangkok, a white Mitsubishi Expander approached the checkpoint. Officer Thanan signaled the vehicle to stop, but the driver refused and struck him, causing him to fall and suffer severe injuries. The vehicle also collided with a motorcycle taxi and a regular taxi before officers blocked it with a pickup truck. The two occupants, identified as Thanabat, 20, and Akkrawin, 20, both from Chiang Rai, subsequently surrendered.

A search of the vehicle revealed a 9mm handgun and 24 rounds of ammunition hidden in the spare tire compartment. Both suspects tested negative for alcohol and drugs. Thanabat claimed he didn't see the officers, while both men stated they didn't know who owned the gun. Investigation revealed that Thanabat is a student at a prominent Bangkok university, while Akkrawin attends a northern Thailand university. Background checks showed Akkrawin has five prior cases involving assault and carrying firearms, and he is reportedly connected to the notorious Oreo gang that made headlines in early 2568.

According to doctors treating Officer Thanan, he remains in a coma with brain swelling, internal bleeding, a broken neck, and lacerations across his body. Both suspects were charged with unlawfully possessing and transporting firearms and ammunition in a populated area without justification, with additional charges of reckless endangerment resulting in serious bodily injury for Thanabat.

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Ronaldo Opens Up After Winning First League Title with Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo won his first Saudi Pro League title with Al Nassr after the club defeated Damac 4-1, clinching their first championship in seven years with 86 points.

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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.

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