Don't ignore it! 3 warning signs doctors alert may indicate a urinary tract infection and offer prevention advice.

Have you ever experienced urinary pain shortly after leaving the toilet? Dr. Chiang Peuy Zhang, a urinary system specialist, warns that if you experience "3 abnormal sensations" during urination, it may indicate that bacteria are invading your urinary tract. If these initial warning signs are ignored, the condition can escalate into severe kidney inflammation.

Dr. Chiang Peuy Zhang from the Urology Department at Tri-Service General Hospital noted through his personal page that early-stage urinary tract infections typically display recognizable warning signs. There are "3 warning signs" that people can self-check:

1. Burning or stinging sensation during urination, particularly toward the end of urination. Patients may feel a burning or scalding sensation in the urethra.

2. False urgency—even shortly after urinating, you feel bladder pressure and want to use the bathroom again within less than 30 minutes.

3. Abnormal cloudy urine—if urine is not clear as usual, appears cloudy, contains blood, or has an unusually strong odor, it may signal a bacterial infection.

What should you do if you notice these symptoms? Dr. Chiang emphasizes that you should "stop holding your urine immediately" and drink more clean water. While this means more frequent bathroom visits, it helps flush bacteria from your body. However, if symptoms don't improve within 12 hours, see a doctor promptly.

Daily Prevention Methods for Urinary Tract Infections Health education information from Tri-Service General Hospital recommends the following behavioral adjustments:

1. Drink plenty of water and avoid holding urine—this increases urination frequency and reduces bacterial accumulation.

2. Clean properly, especially for women—wipe from front to back to reduce the chance of introducing bacteria into the urethra.

3. Maintain good bowel habits and avoid constipation, which can increase pressure on the bladder.

4. Practice good hygiene after sexual intercourse—drink water and urinate afterward to help flush out pathogens.

5. Consume cranberries—organic compounds in cranberries may help maintain urine acidity and reduce bacterial adhesion.

6. Wear breathable clothing—avoid tight pants and choose cotton underwear to reduce moisture buildup.

Doctors emphasize that early symptom recognition and proper hygiene practices are key to reducing the risk of urinary tract infections and serious future complications.

Ratsii Sai United, owners of this season's Thai League 2 champions, announced that their Beagle dog 'Choy' has been found and has safely returned home. The person who reported the discovery will receive the promised reward. The dog had gone missing from home on April 20, prompting the club to post an appeal for help with a 10,000 baht reward offer, team merchandise from the new season, and free access to watch games at the club's home venue throughout the season. The club's official Facebook page has now posted the good news that 'Choy' has been found, is back home safely, and the informant has received the promised reward.

In early April, the story of Sun Pan, a 21-year-old from Shaoxing in Zhejiang Province, China, went viral on social media. He was presented as the eldest son shouldering family responsibilities alone, supporting six younger siblings while his parents continued wanting more children.

According to social media posts, he would wake at 2 a.m. to butcher pigs with his father, return at 4 a.m. to care for a disabled sister, then rush to set up a pork stall in the city before 7 a.m. He would then livestream sales, package products, and work every single day without breaks. This lifestyle deeply moved many people, particularly the troubling fact that his parents wanted more children despite already having seven, including one disabled daughter and one son with intellectual disabilities. Many netizens praised his responsibility but heavily criticized his parents for burdening their eldest son.

However, after the story went viral, local authorities investigated and uncovered "another side of the truth." Sun Pan was not impoverished as portrayed—his family owned 2-3 shops in the city.

Furthermore, Sun Pan didn't drop out due to poverty. He failed the college entrance exam and chose not to continue studying. All the difficult circumstances shown in the videos were scripted fiction. The entire operation was marketing content that took over two months to plan, crafting an image of a "sacrificing son" that attracted nearly 200,000 followers and thousands of livestream viewers per session.

Regarding income, the team priced pork nearly double the market rate at approximately 30 yuan per kilogram (about 140 baht). Leveraging viewers' sympathy, they sold well—some days selling up to three pigs. Combined with livestream and product sales revenue, they earned continuously. Local residents confirmed the family was not poor as portrayed online.

Still, some elements were true: Sun Pan did help with household work and genuinely livestream sales. His parents' belief that "more children mean more opportunities for success" was real, and they genuinely intended to have more children despite already having seven.

Many view this as another case reflecting the problem of sympathy-baiting content in the online world, which not only erodes public trust but may also redirect help away from those truly in need.

At 11:50 AM on April 26, 2025, at Maple Hotel in Bangkok's Bangna area, Nattapong Rueangpanya, Democrat Party list MP and party leader, gave an interview assessing whether Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's government will complete its full four-year term and what obstacles could lead to its downfall. While the government appears strong externally with stability in multiple areas, analysts suggest influences from the Senate or independent organizations may be at play, but beneath that veneer lies internal fragility.

According to Nattapong, the government's fragility stems from various power factions bound together—including parties absorbed into Pheu Thai Party, improper use of power by independent organizations, business groups providing support, and civil servants benefiting covertly from the blue government—all interconnected by mutual interests. This is evident from the oil crisis, which reveals the government's internal weakness. Despite having technocrat ministers, some dare not speak out on certain issues such as the Land Bridge project.

"Therefore, the government's internal fragility, bound by these interest groups, means that future crises will expose how this seemingly strong government actually has internal weaknesses. It's the responsibility of opposition parties and the Democrat Party to show the public that under such a government, Thai society becomes even more fragile, and the government itself won't be able to survive," Nattapong stated.

When asked about the Democrat Party collecting names of parliamentarians to establish an independent committee of the Supreme Court to investigate the National Anti-Corruption Commission, Nattapong said coalition opposition parties and some senators have joined them, confirming he is not working alone. When asked who he has already spoken with, Nattapong said there have been behind-the-scenes conversations with all sections, but since there is no formal resolution yet, revealing names prematurely would be discourteous. He assured that behind-the-scenes discussions have taken place and is confident the complete list of names will be secured.

Nearly a week after The Wall Street Journal published an article titled "How Cybercrime Became a Leading Industry in 'Scambodia,'" Cambodian officials and members of the public continue to voice anger, urging the US outlet to remove the term.

The report described Cambodia as a major hub for global cybercrime, alleging that criminal syndicates have corrupted officials, trafficked and exploited workers, and defrauded victims worldwide.

According to The Wall Street Journal, a 2025 expert report cited by US authorities estimated that scam operations in Cambodia generate up to $19 billion annually — equivalent to nearly 40% of the country's GDP — surpassing its largest legitimate sector, garment manufacturing.

The global impact is also significant. Americans alone lost about $10 billion to online scams linked to Southeast Asia in 2024, marking a sharp year-on-year increase, the report said.

Cambodia's Information Minister Neth Pheaktra sent a letter to the newspaper's editor rejecting the term "Scambodia" and stressing that the government is committed to tackling scam networks.

The letter was later published on the newspaper's website. However, The Wall Street Journal has neither removed the article nor altered the reference to "Scambodia."

At 11:50 AM on April 26, 2025, at the Maple Hotel in Bangkok, Nattapong Rueangpanya, list-based MP and leader of the Pheu Thai Party, spoke about reducing the role of the "Big House" within the party. He stated that political work creating change must be open, with public interest and national goals as the foundation. Therefore, the candidate selection process should be expedited so they can serve the public fully. While background checks are necessary, the party does not solely judge by surname. He noted that some MPs and party executives may share surnames with leaders of other political parties but possess strong ideology and volunteer commitment to creating change.

"Regardless of surname, as long as they decide to join Pheu Thai to work according to party ideology, we must give them a chance and let constituents decide," Nattapong said. "The faster we nominate and decide, the sooner they can demonstrate their abilities outside election season, showing their true intentions."

When asked about Deputy Party Leader Wirayut Kanchuchutcharand's comments that prominent individuals collapse processes, Nattapong said we should look at the bigger picture. A few groups are attempting to control public freedoms and state power through various channels, including questioning the NACC, dissolving parties, and corruption.

"Small daily disagreements, especially within the party, should be discussed internally," Nattapong stated. "Once consensus is reached on certain matters, internal criticism shouldn't be voiced publicly as it undermines party unity. This was settled three days ago."

Regarding former Future Forward Secretary-General Piyabutr Saengkanokkul's criticism of Pheu Thai, Nattapong said he doesn't believe such criticism will shake the party. He emphasized looking at the public's perspective. If all parties receive equal criticism, public interest will be served. Nattapong noted that Piyabutr is no longer a party member and has full freedom to criticize, unlike party members bound by discipline.