Blue Phongthiwat has become another hot new face capturing attention, particularly after his stage performance at OLYMPOP2 went viral, earning him the nickname 'handsome god's favorite' from fans. The young artist recently spoke at the HONOR 600 Series flagship smartphone launch at Emspherium shopping mall, expressing embarrassment and gratitude for the fan support. He revealed he is fully committed to his music career and preparing to release an album under LOVEiS label within this year, while confirming he won't abandon live performances and is eager to tackle deeper, more challenging dramatic roles.

Recalling his OLYMPOP2 experience, Blue expressed how much fun he had, noting it was his first year performing at the event as a professional artist and that he was still new to the T-Pop industry. He appreciated meeting and collaborating with fellow artists like Thad from ATLAS, Phoo Thatchai from BUS, Alex from DICE, and Tul from Domundi. The basketball game during the event was also entertaining, though Blue joked that the makeup artists made him look fairer than usual.

Regarding the attention he receives, Blue admitted feeling shy, saying he often doesn't realize when cameras are capturing him, but he's delighted seeing the support on social media. When asked about future collaborations, he remained optimistic but non-committal, suggesting there may be opportunities ahead.

For his music career, Blue shared that he and LOVEiS are preparing an album project for release this year. He works closely with the label, contributing his own ideas and preferences about song styles and dance elements. He mentioned they're about 20 percent into the process and hopes everyone will enjoy the final product. While he couldn't reveal the genre or confirm any featured artists yet, he assured fans that music releases are definitely coming this year.

On May 21, 2569 at Parliament, Nikorn Chamnong, Bhumjaithai list MP and one of the drafters of his party's constitutional amendment, responded to opposition criticism. He pointed out that when the government didn't endorse the opposition's draft, they accused the government of insincerity. When Bhumjaithai submitted its amendment as the first draft, problems emerged. Now that Bhumjaithai is proposing again in line with the Prime Minister's statement to follow the people's mandate, the opposition attacks once more. "Move left and they attack, move right and they attack—it's not fair," Nikorn said.

Regarding opposition claims that direct election of constitutional drafters contradicts constitutional court rulings, Nikorn asked who instigated those cases that led to the court's decision against direct elections. He explained that Bhumjaithai's design allows public applications with Parliament selecting candidates according to the court's ruling, with Parliament responsible for implementation.

Nikorn also addressed accusations that the draft would result in a "blue" (pro-government) constitutional assembly. He noted discussions with Deputy PM Prawit Wongsuwan and Bhumjaithai's legal team about dividing seats—200 for senators and 500 for representatives—proportionally by party. This reflects a majority-rule principle, he argued, where the ruling coalition naturally gets more seats.

Rejecting claims that former House Deputy Speaker Padipat Sanitphada made about Newin Chidchob's involvement in drafting, Nikorn firmly stated: "Newin never called me or Prawit. There's not a single word of his involvement." He criticized the opposition for making damaging accusations without evidence, calling their approach unfair and inconsistent.

On May 21, 2025, Nam Nao Police Station in Phetchabun Province received a report of a wild elephant attack that killed a local mushroom forager in the Baan Sapwang community forest in Nam Nao District. Officers traveled to the scene with Sub-lieutenant Khemchat Prachang, the station commander, along with rescue personnel from the Nam Nao Subdistrict Administration and hospital medical staff.

The incident occurred in a dense community forest behind the village. Officials discovered the victim's remains in a severely mutilated condition, with only the upper torso intact and no clothing. The victim's right leg was found separately, while the left leg was trampled and submerged in a water pool. Internal organs were scattered across the area, and the surrounding ground bore signs of heavy trampling. Numerous elephant footprints were found at the scene.

Initial investigation identified the victim as Phaap, a 37-year-old from Na Thong District in Maha Sarakham Province. He had come to forage for mushrooms with friends to use in cooking and for income. Authorities believe that while Phaap was collecting mushrooms, he encountered a wild elephant that was foraging in the same area. The startled elephant reportedly charged at the foragers, causing them to scatter in different directions. Phaap was unable to escape and was fatally attacked by the elephant. His remains were transported to Nam Nao Hospital for autopsy.

Somkiate Gatiip, director of Nam Nao National Park, explained that mushrooms are currently abundant in the park area, attracting foragers from neighboring provinces. He stated that officials have warned people to be cautious of wild elephants and avoid venturing deep into the forest due to wildlife hazards. He speculated that the attacking elephant may be a male that was separated from its herd and was foraging alone. The increase in human activity in the forest may have stressed the elephant and triggered the attack.

Park officials have ordered staff to track and drive the elephant further into the forest. The public is urged to forage for mushrooms in large groups and to exercise caution around elephants and other wildlife.

The family of Pa Thiem has received 1.6 million baht in compensation from insurance companies following a fatal train-bus collision. The family is still coming to terms with the sudden loss. A train struck Bus Route 206 at the Asok-Petchburi railway crossing on Kamphaeng Phet Road 7 on May 16, killing eight people and injuring many others. One of the victims was Ms. Thiem Puang Yot, known as Pa Thiem, 57, from Prang Ku district, Sisaket province, leaving her family devastated.

On May 21 at 1 p.m., a merit-making ceremony was held at Don Kratai House in Samuay subdistrict, Prang Ku district, Sisaket province, where the family received compensation from insurance companies. Anom Inthi, director of the Sisaket Insurance Office, and insurance expert Lakkhana Thongsud witnessed the compensation payment.

Phit Insurance Company paid 500,000 baht from the Public Transport Act coverage, while Muang Thai Insurance Company paid an additional 1,150,000 baht from voluntary bus insurance, totaling 1,650,000 baht in compensation.

During the process, many of Pa Thiem's relatives appeared sorrowful, still unable to accept the sudden loss. The deceased had five siblings, and after family discussions, all six agreed unanimously to sign over their inheritance rights to Choon Puang Yot, the youngest brother, as the sole recipient of the compensation.

Relatives reminisced about Pa Thiem, describing her as a hardworking, kind-hearted person who always helped family members. Her sudden departure has caused profound grief to the family.

Residents in Prang Ku district continue to closely follow developments regarding the incident. Many remain shaken by the train-bus collision in Bangkok and are calling on relevant authorities to urgently review safety measures at railway crossings, particularly in high-traffic areas, to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Thai shrimp farmers have petitioned the Senate to implement 11 measures across 38 activities to revive the industry, boost production, and reduce costs so Thailand can regain its competitive edge in global shrimp markets. Ekkaphoj Yodpinit, chairman of the Thai Shrimp Association, along with Abhichit Vorgkij and Chupong Luesukhprasert from the frozen food sector, submitted their request to Senate President Mongkol Surasathya at an academic seminar held at Diamond Plaza Hotel in Surat Thani province, received by first vice-president Gen. Krienggrai Srirak.

The association proposes implementing an 11-point action plan previously presented by the Department of Fisheries to enable the Thai shrimp industry to recover and increase quality shrimp production to meet the target of 400,000 tons for processing facilities while reducing production costs to restore Thailand's global competitiveness. Ekkaphoj emphasized that Thai shrimp maintains competitive advantages in quality, food safety, environmentally responsible production methods, and value-added processing capabilities through modern cold storage and export facilities.

Historically, Thailand's shrimp industry was a major economic driver for over a decade, ranking first globally in shrimp production and exports. At its peak in 2010, production exceeded 640,000 tons with export values surpassing 110 billion baht in 2011, generating employment and income for over 2 million people across the supply chain. However, since the early mortality syndrome outbreak in 2012, production has declined to 270,000-280,000 tons with export values dropping to approximately 40 billion baht, resulting in cumulative economic losses exceeding 500 billion baht over 13 years. Competing nations like Ecuador and India have meanwhile expanded their market share globally.

Current 2025 production comprises 260,000 tons of white shrimp and 20,000 tons of black tiger shrimp, with 160,000 tons serving as raw material for processing facilities and 120,000 tons for domestic consumption. Major challenges facing shrimp farmers include diseases such as white spot syndrome, early mortality syndrome, white feces disease, and yellow head virus, which have prevented successful farming operations.

The Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) launched a major operation with coordinated raids at 23 locations across 16 provinces on May 21, 2025. Police commanders ordered simultaneous searches in Bangkok, Chanthaburi, Rayong, Nakhon Pathom, Suphan Buri, Kanchanaburi, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Kamphaeng Phet, Tak, Chainat, Khon Kaen, Chaiyaphum, Sisaket, Trang, and surrounding areas, resulting in the arrest of 22 suspects.

The investigation revealed a systematic criminal network involved in smuggling Chinese nationals illegally into and out of Thailand. The operation uncovered evidence of organized activities including transportation of foreign nationals, use of multiple vehicles for smuggling, money transfers, multi-tiered bank accounts, and exploitation of corporate entities as financial conduits.

Suspects 1-13 face charges of "conspiracy to harbor illegal aliens and money laundering," while suspects 14-22 are charged with supporting fraud schemes, uploading false data into computer systems, and allowing others to use their bank and electronic accounts for cybercrime purposes.

Police seized significant assets including cash, account books, credit cards, vehicles, gold, land titles, religious amulets, and firearms valued at over 20 million baht. The operation followed the arrest of 42 Chinese nationals in late November 2024 in Poeng Nam Ron district, Chanthaburi province, during which 215 mobile phones were confiscated.

Investigation revealed the suspects operated a hierarchical criminal organization with commanders, coordinators, vehicle providers, and financial supporters. Evidence indicated involvement in online fraud networks, with investigators tracking 181 related fraud cases and 665 transactions totaling over 185 million baht in circulation. Authorities believe the network operates as a cross-border organized crime group using online crime proceeds to fund Chinese smuggling operations.