Prime Minister Anusit Charnweerakul and Interior Minister gave a statement on May 15, 2025, regarding the arrest of the former Chiang Dao District chief in Chiang Mai province for illegally issuing a pink ID card to Ming Chen Sun, a Chinese national arrested for possession of military weapons.

Anusit said his government will continue pursuing arrests and expanding the investigation because this is a large-scale operation. The district chief involved has already been ordered to step down from his position. He emphasized that anyone implicated in this matter will face consequences, urging the public to be confident that the current government will not tolerate corruption or make deals. He stressed that whether it involves land encroachment, drug trafficking, illegal gambling, money laundering, or scamming operations, his administration shows zero tolerance for criminal activities.

When asked if the criminal network is extensive, the Prime Minister briefly stated that this investigation is far from over and will not end here.

Meanwhile, the Director-General of the Department of Local Administration is using the NACC mechanism to trace the financial transactions of the district chief, local police, and officials in Surat Thani and Phuket provinces who may be involved in encroachments on public land. The Prime Minister said this demonstrates the government's serious commitment, noting that committees will be established to investigate any district chiefs, provincial secretaries, or governors found to be implicated. He clarified that those with no wrongdoing need not worry, but preliminary investigations must proceed to ensure justice has no exceptions.

When asked if any perpetrators are personally acquainted with him, the Prime Minister reiterated that he focuses on conduct rather than identity, stating that the government's approach is to let the enforcement agencies do their work without preconceived notions. Justice will be served when charges are officially filed.

A 47-year-old woman died after losing consciousness while clam digging with friends in a pond, drowning in front of her 7-year-old son at 2:10 PM on May 15, 2025. Deputy Sub-Lieutenant Nattapat Phuang Jab received a report of a drowning victim in a pond behind a residential area on Santi Suk Lane, Ban Khay Saneh Village, Nong Khon Kwang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Udon Thani Province. Neighbors pulled the body out and provided first aid before rescue teams from Khao Prakach Hospital and Udon Sawang Methachakkamat Foundation arrived at the scene.

The pond covers approximately one acre with depths around one meter at the banks. The victim, identified as Samporn, age 47, was found wearing a blue patterned halter-neck shirt and three-quarter-length patterned pants, lying face-up and deceased. Her friend Daeng, age 58, and another neighbor helped retrieve the body from the water. Rescue personnel performed CPR for about 30 minutes but could not revive her.

As rescue efforts were underway, the victim's husband and daughter arrived at the scene. Upon learning that Samporn could not be saved, her daughter broke down in tears amid the grief of family and neighbors.

Physical examination of the body showed no signs of assault or struggle. Investigators believe the victim experienced sudden fainting, fell face-first into the water, and was unable to help herself. According to Daeng's statement, after lunch the victim invited the group to go clam diving at the pond—herself, Daeng, another neighbor, and her 7-year-old son. While they were separated searching for clams, Daeng noticed the victim had submerged her face. Initially thinking it was playful behavior with her son, who was riding on her back and laughing, Daeng soon realized something was wrong when she noticed the victim's fixed stare and clenched fists. She and the other neighbor quickly pulled her from the water and called authorities.

After the initial autopsy, relatives questioned the cause of death, so the body was transferred to the forensic medicine department at Udon Thani Hospital for a more thorough examination before being released to the family for funeral rites.

Following singer Lamyai Haitongkam's announcement of a new romance with "Captain Chang" Kritsada Wongkaew, the former Thai futsal team captain and beloved public figure, Lamyai stated she is happy and feeling supported for the first time without pressure from relationship scrutiny.

Most recently, Captain Chang revealed through AMSports 34 that after listening to Lamyai's interview, he felt pleased and delighted. He didn't expect such a positive response from her, which made him feel good and happy.

Captain Chang further stated that he doesn't care about criticism or negative comments, as he knows well who he is. He thanked those who support and love him, and acknowledged that those who don't is fine. He will continue fulfilling his responsibilities.

"To be honest, I'm not a sugar daddy. I'm just supportive. I'm not wealthy – I'm a poor athlete. Taking her out to eat isn't about showing off money. It's simply demonstrating responsibility to my duties," Captain Chang said.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Interior Minister held a press conference at Government House on May 15, 2025, announcing the "Entrepreneurs Speak, Government Listens" event, which brought together more than 34 senior executives and representatives from 10 key industry sectors to share their insights with the government.

The primary objective of the forum was to give business owners a platform to voice their opinions and offer recommendations to policymakers. The government pledged to carefully review all proposals and suggestions with the aim of removing unnecessary business restrictions and facilitating economic growth that benefits both the public and the nation.

When asked how the government would follow up on business input, the Prime Minister stated that the administration wants to understand the business sector's current situation, expectations, and specific proposals they need government support for—whether to expand operations, generate revenue, increase employment, or build economic prosperity.

The PM emphasized that he has directed all government agencies to work collaboratively in driving the economy forward, with the government playing a crucial supporting role for the private sector. He noted that implementing policies without consulting entrepreneurs first may not align with actual business needs. Therefore, the government invited business leaders—most of whom already have working relationships with government—to engage in frank discussions, as the government has a responsibility to strengthen the economic system and ensure it operates effectively, sustainably, and with long-term potential.

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A 63-year-old man woke up experiencing severe vertigo, feeling as though the world was spinning, accompanied by nausea, vomiting, unsteadiness, and noticeable hearing loss in his right ear. Initially believing it was merely an inner ear disorder, he rested at home, but when his condition did not improve, he rushed to the hospital. Tests revealed he actually had "posterior cerebral artery stenosis" affecting the cerebellum region.

Dr. Li Swinhwa, head of the neurology department at Taipei Medical University Hospital, explained that posterior cerebral artery disease typically presents with vertigo as the primary symptom. Since blood vessels supplying the cerebellum and inner ear are interconnected, blockages can cause dizziness, hearing loss, and nausea simultaneously, which is often mistaken for sudden hearing loss or vestibular neuritis.

Beyond vertigo, this patient also exhibited trunk tilting while sitting, inability to point accurately with his hands, and slight facial numbness—all signs of central nervous system abnormalities. Further examination confirmed acute ischemia in his right cerebellum.

Dr. Li noted that when experiencing vertigo, many people first suspect inner ear disease, as this patient did. However, with preexisting conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes that were poorly controlled, he fell into the high-risk group for cerebrovascular disease. Therefore, sudden severe vertigo should not be dismissed as a common ear condition.

Fortunately, the patient received prompt treatment with antiplatelet medication and intravenous fluids, followed by physical rehabilitation. His condition improved significantly within weeks, his gait stabilized, and he returned to near-normal daily functioning.

Doctors further explained that most vertigo cases are non-serious and treatable with medication, vestibular rehabilitation, or inner ear repositioning maneuvers. However, some cases involve serious conditions like stroke or brain tumors, requiring detailed history-taking, neurological examination, and possibly CT scans or MRI for confirmation.

Dr. Li warned that if vertigo accompanies any of the following danger signs, immediate medical attention is crucial:

- Vertigo that does not improve or worsens progressively - Unsteady gait or weakness in one arm or leg - Double vision, blurred vision, or slurred speech - Severe headache, especially described as "the worst headache of my life" - Presence of cerebrovascular risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or atrial fibrillation

Doctors emphasize that while vertigo does not always indicate serious illness, if symptoms persist and are accompanied by neurological abnormalities, patients should not delay seeking medical evaluation from a physician as soon as possible.