The cabinet approved Phase 2 of the Teacher Production for Local Development program (2569-2582), targeting 16,033 high-quality teachers across nine cohorts. Student recruitment will begin in the 2570-2578 academic years, with civil service placements starting from 2574-2582 nationwide. The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation has been allocated 2,037.96 million baht for program operations and capacity building.

Deputy Government Spokesperson Pattaradarsami Thongsluaykorn explained that the program aims to produce teachers in shortage fields needed for basic education according to local demand. Graduates will have professional teaching skills, English proficiency, and technology expertise while improving student learning outcomes according to international PISA standards.

The program will supply quality teachers to schools under the Basic Education Commission, vocational education agencies, and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration. Upon graduation, teachers will be placed in their home regions or other areas as needed, with a mandatory 5-year non-transfer commitment to address teacher shortages in remote areas. This initiative is designed to create a new generation of highly competent teachers ready to transform classrooms and elevate Thai youth to international competency levels sustainably.

The Government Housing Bank (GHB) announced it will hold its second 2025 second-hand property auction on Saturday, June 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, to help Thai citizens access quality housing at affordable prices. The bank has curated over 12,000 quality properties in prime locations nationwide, including single houses, townhouses, duplexes, commercial buildings, vacant land, and condominiums, available at discounts up to 50% off regular prices.

Bangkok and metropolitan properties number over 1,000 lots, featuring properties such as a 31.74-square-meter condominium in the Life Ratchada Phisek project in Huay Khwang District, Bangkok, with a starting bid of 3,060,000 baht.

Regional properties total over 11,000 lots, including a 36-square-wah duplex in the Pannasia Village project in Muang District, Chon Buri Province, with a starting bid of 2,340,000 baht, and an 80.70-square-wah single house in the LTF Iceland 5 project in Muang District, Nakhon Sawan Province, with a starting bid of 2,285,000 baht.

Bidders must submit a 10,000-baht deposit for all properties and an additional 100,000-baht deposit for properties priced at 10 million baht or higher. Winning bidders who sign purchase agreements between June 8-19, 2025, qualify for 0% annual interest credit products fixed for up to two years. The first 60 successful bidders who complete contracts within the bank's timeframe will receive electrical appliances as prizes, including pressure cookers, electric grills, electric steamers, portable blenders, and electric kettles.

Registration opens at 8:00 AM with bidding from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Bangkok and metropolitan properties will be auctioned at GHB's main office, while regional properties will be auctioned at respective branch offices. For more information, contact GHB Call Center at 0-2645-9000 extension 5, visit their Facebook page "Second-Hand Homes GHB," or check www.ghbhomecenter.com, the GHB ALL HOME application, or Line Official Account @GHBALLHOME.

Five beautifully crafted character posters for 'In The Name of Love' (original Thai title: Aht Charoen Wan Thong) have been unveiled, introducing audiences to a toxic romance epic. The film marks the first production from Black Dragon Entertainment and features an impressive cast bringing to life the legendary tale of Nang Wan Thong. The movie will hit theaters on September 3rd.

Each of the five posters features stunning character imagery set against painted murals from Wat Pa Lalai K Worrawihan, illustrating the interconnected love stories of Wan Thong, Khun Phan, and Khun Chang, while revealing each character's unique definition of true love.

Director Muk Piyakan discussed the casting process, explaining how seeing the temple paintings immediately brought Ink Warunthorn to mind. She praised his natural talent, recounting how he delivered a powerful monologue and moved her to tears on his first take, before even receiving the complete script. Regarding the roles of Khun Phan and Khun Chang, the director intentionally created contrasting characters—Khun Phan as a traditionally masculine figure, while Khun Chang embodies tenderness as Wan Thong's refined confidant.

Mak was selected to portray Khun Phan because the director sought a quintessentially Thai masculine presence, which she found rare in contemporary casting. Having noticed Mak's interest in classical Thai literature, she reached out with the script, and he accepted the role.

Gulf, who plays Khun Chang, impressed the director during auditions with his natural reactions and willingness to challenge himself—he even requested to audition for the Khun Phan role. His commitment was evident in his lengthy four-hour audition session.

For the role of Sai Thong, the director wanted to create a character with distinctive dimensions and sensual qualities reflecting the fantasies of male writers from that era, ultimately casting Prim for her magnetic screen presence.

Fay brings comedic flair to the character of Jan Son. The director reinterpreted this character as potentially progressive for his time—a man born in the wrong era who nonetheless excels within his circumstances.

On May 26, 2569 at Government House, Siripong Angkaskulkiat, Transport Minister and Deputy Leader of Bhumjaithai Party (BT), responded to Democrat Party leader Nattapong Ruangpanyawuti's claims that Thai politics operates under a blue regime. Siripong dismissed such rhetoric as routine opposition tactics, characterizing it as political theater rather than substantive criticism. He argued that opposition parties naturally must oppose and seek dramatic talking points, which he views as standard ideological competition.

When asked whether accusations of a blue regime dominating the country could damage Bhumjaithai, Siripong expressed no concern, noting that the party's legitimacy derives from electoral victory where voters chose them first. He suggested the opposition's interpretation of events is predictable—claiming the people chose them if they win, or alleging fraud if they lose.

Siripong further argued the opposition is overreaching by connecting too many disparate issues into a cohesive narrative. He dismissed the blue regime framing as lacking substance, noting such debate has occurred previously without destabilizing the government. He concluded that whether opposition leaders raise these points or not is ultimately irrelevant to government stability.

At 10:00 a.m. on May 26 at Government House, Deputy Transport Minister Siripong Angsakulkiartai discussed compensation for victims of the train-bus collision at the Makkasan intersection. Of eight fatalities, compensation has been completed for six families, with the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMA) and State Railway of Thailand (SRT) providing 2.09 million baht per family initially, with an additional 300,000 baht pending from a protection fund. The ministry is also caring for injured victims still hospitalized.

Regarding legal proceedings, the Railway Department has filed complaints against the negligent train driver and all vehicle owners parked at the railway crossing, with charges of negligence and traffic violations. When asked whether multiple parties, particularly parliament, were closely monitoring the incident and whether lessons would be learned, Deputy Minister Siripong stated that no lesson-learning process was necessary, as the Transport Ministry had never planned to do so. He noted that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul had remarked that accidents were inevitable—vehicles pass through these crossings daily, and everyone knows an accident will eventually happen.

Siripong acknowledged that many locations nationwide have unauthorized shortcuts across railway lines where safety equipment is inadequate. He stated the Transport Ministry has discussed solutions, with the Railway Institute developing plans and allocating budgets to improve safety at various crossings, starting with Bangkok and surrounding areas before expanding nationwide. Improvements would include traffic lights and warning sirens at locations currently lacking them.

Within 1-2 years, automatic barriers and technology will likely be necessary, as the current signal system is automated while barrier management relies on human operators. The ministry aims to implement full automation to reduce human error. When asked about installing full-length steel barriers like in foreign countries to prevent motorcycles from crossing, Siripong acknowledged this could be effective but required careful consideration of implementation details, potentially using a combination of approaches.

Regarding SRT's observation that management staff may be insufficient and requesting additional personnel, Siripong responded that technology could replace staff. He noted the ministry had previously reduced personnel without implementing technological alternatives. If hiring additional staff, it should involve a new model rather than long-term obligations, possibly through project-based employment.

Transforming the ancient city into a fashion runway! Ayutthaya Pride 2026 returns bigger than ever as a festival celebrating equality and gender diversity, organized by the Ayutthaya Provincial Administration. Under the theme "Pride Across Time," the event carries the powerful message: "The old city will never be the same again," inviting everyone to break down temporal barriers and blend the beauty of the past with the freedom of the present.

This year's highlights exceed expectations, transforming the streets around the ancient capital into a fashion runway where people of all genders and ages can express their authentic selves. The festival also marks the debut of "Nong Sai Mai," a new Ayutthaya cultural ambassador connecting hearts across all genders.

The parade will feature top celebrities leading the charge for equality, headlined by universe-level queen Anna Sueang-gam-iam, Miss Universe Thailand 2022, alongside prominent influencer Nara Krep representing the voice of the younger generation. BL series actors, influencers, and famous celebrities will participate en masse, with the night concluding in spectacular fashion with a concert by beloved Luk Thung legend Mae Haii Akharaphon Nakhonsawan.

The event takes place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 4:00 p.m. at Ayutthaya Technical College, with the rainbow pride parade then proceeding to the stage in front of Ayutthaya Municipality Hall. Attendees are welcome in traditional Thai wear, futuristic fashion, or whatever confident look they choose.