On May 25, 2026, Phra Mahaabhisit Viriyo, the monastic leader of Nong Khi District in Buriram Province, along with senior monks, village headmen, temple committee members, and Nong Khi Police Station officers, launched an investigation following complaints that a junior monk had been engaging in inappropriate behavior—specifically, secretly using methamphetamine, entertaining numerous male visitors in his quarters, and distributing explicit video recordings from dating app encounters.

Initial findings confirmed that the videos feature the accused monk, but officials are awaiting further questioning once he returns from provincial duties. The temple will establish an investigative committee to examine the facts and evidence fairly.

According to one monk's testimony, since the accused transferred to the temple approximately two years ago, he had exhibited suspicious behavior: numerous unfamiliar men visited his quarters, some staying overnight. The monk frequently traveled to other provinces with male companions. Previous reports to community leaders yielded no action due to lack of evidence. A fellow monk and an informant then infiltrated a dating app group chat, where they found the accused monk's account and recorded explicit video call evidence.

The village headman noted the accused had earned respect as a well-educated monk pursuing a doctoral degree who frequently organized merit-making trips for villagers. The community was shocked and hesitant to believe the allegations.

The monastic authorities and village committees will conduct a formal fact-finding investigation to ensure fairness to all parties. However, if evidence confirms the misconduct allegations, the monastic order will impose appropriate disciplinary measures.

SC Asset Corporation is launching a major promotion offering 0% interest financing on home and condo purchases for up to 60 months, along with pre-approval and credit consultation services at SC Days 2026, running May 26-31 at Siam Paragon. Managing Director Mongkut Techola stated that current real estate market conditions see consumers taking more time to make purchasing decisions, particularly regarding financial planning and monthly payment obligations. To help customers plan their finances more easily and visualize homeownership, SC has partnered with three banks to offer special 0% interest loans for up to 60 months, reducing initial financial burden and building confidence among prospective buyers. Additional promotions include 0% installment options on reservation and contract fees for up to 10 months via credit card, with customers approved for pre-approval receiving 5,000 baht Siam Paragon gift vouchers (limited 10 per day). Early bookings also qualify for additional benefits including free appliances, lucky draw participation, and prizes totaling over 2.5 million baht throughout the campaign. SC is presenting condo brands STILL, COBE, and Reference at premium locations, along with special activities including mini concerts and talk sessions with financial experts and celebrities. The event runs May 26-31 at Fashion Hall, Level 1, Siam Paragon, with details available at https://hub.scasset.com/campaigns/scdays2026.

Two new films arrive in cinemas on May 28: The Legend Hunters and Until We Meet Again.

The Legend Hunters is an action-adventure film adapted from the Chinese novel Ghost Blows Out the Light, which ranked among China's top three best adventure novels. Starring Zhang Hanyu, Jiang Wu, Selena Gomez, and Lorenzo de Moura, and directed by Simon West, the film is set in the 1990s and follows three grave robbers who intend to retire from their profession. However, circumstances force them back into the work, only for what they expect to be a simple job to thrust them into a crisis filled with unexpected events and unforeseen dangers.

Until We Meet Again is a romantic drama adapted from Nagatsuki Amane's masterpiece debut novel, which won the prestigious Shogakukan Bunko Novel Award. The film tells the poignant story of Shimizu Misora (played by Hamabe Minami), a young woman who has failed to find employment and has nowhere to stay, but possesses the extraordinary ability to hear the voices of the deceased. Her fate changes when she meets Urushihara Reiji (played by Menguro Ren), a professional funeral planner who discovers her secret and invites her to intern at his funeral company, allowing her to put her ability to good use. Together they become partners in funeral planning.

Both films open on May 28 at cinemas.

Ott Pramote encountered a famous woman who already has a boyfriend and has been deceiving him continuously. Sani fired back to clarify she's defending her younger friend's interests, not protecting the senior. Art and Pob loudly demanded the woman's name be revealed. Ott didn't intend to appear on Flirt With Me episode 300, but was convinced by his close friend Fon, a famous content creator, after previously appearing on episode 100. Most recently, Ott confirmed he's currently single, but was pressured by friends including Pob Pongkool, DJ Art, Sani, and Fon about whether he's talking to someone.

When Fon asked if he's currently talking to someone, Ott replied: "Whether I talk about it or not, I don't feel like speaking about it, and I don't want people getting too involved in my private matters because I'm not even sure if what's happening in this relationship is certain or uncertain." He added: "Nowadays it's not just me being uncertain. The people who get involved with us—we don't know if they're certain or uncertain either. Sometimes they come with some intention we don't know about, or sometimes they come with baggage attached like this."

Ott encountered a famous woman who already has a boyfriend and kept messaging him.

Sani: She brought her husband along. Ott: She already had a boyfriend and messaged me. I didn't know. Sani: Recently, she's in the entertainment industry. DJ Art and Pob shouted: Wow, who is it? Sani: Hey, do you want me to tell you? Ott: No... Sani: This is going to be news for sure.

Sani defended her friend Ott. Sani: The woman isn't a celebrity in the industry, but... Art: Hand me your phone. Tell Sani to type the name. Sani: Then call me and I'll tell you that this friend didn't go interfering first—the other person came interfering first. So I need to clarify about that person, not clear up for the senior.

Ott: Let me clear this up first so it doesn't become a whole thing. It's just that—they told us one thing, but what actually happened was something else. Sani: But I have to say, if you're not single, don't get involved because he (pointing at Ott) isn't the type who checks thoroughly—he's an idiot. Ott: I admit sometimes I like or comment on stories. I didn't know she already had a husband. Sani: Right, because she didn't post with her boyfriend.

The most shocking part of all this: Ott Pramote kept getting deceived and lied to repeatedly.

Ott: I didn't know. It's normal. I'm a flirt. I like or comment, there's nothing wrong with that. But sometimes she'd go curse me out. Sani: She didn't curse you out. She came to respond to you. She wanted to get involved with you, and you didn't know she had a boyfriend. Ott: No, even when I didn't respond, she came cursing me out anyway, saying I'm this and that. But sometimes I don't know. But once I find out, I don't get involved.

Fon asked about the most shocking part. Ott: It's probably the person who messaged me, because it never ended. It wasn't just one message. She kept messaging until I found out—oh wow, she has a boyfriend, she's already talking to someone—and she still came back and lied to me that she wasn't talking to anyone. It was endless back-and-forth deception.

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Langhong Commodities views the current pullback as a long-term accumulation opportunity if Thai gold prices weaken below 69,800 baht, while cautioning investors to exercise disciplined buying strategies. The global gold market has been trapped in a sideways downtrend for roughly three months. Spot gold closed Friday, May 22, at 4,509 US dollars, but continues to trade directionless, contrary to gold's typical behavior during geopolitical crises. Domestic gold remains attractive for accumulation if it breaks below 70,000 baht.

Pattarin Vachirakoporn, Chief Operating Officer of Langhong Commodities, revealed that gold is currently under pressure from multiple negative factors preventing any sustained upside. The three main headwinds are: shifting US Federal Reserve interest rate expectations, historic government bond selloffs, and the unresolved Iran-US tensions.

1. US Monetary Policy Markets are discussing the possibility of another Federal Reserve rate hike in late 2024, rather than the cuts previously anticipated. Current market pricing assigns approximately 42 percent probability to a rate hike, down from the previous week but still substantial enough to damage gold's sentiment. New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh maintains a cautious stance, though President Donald Trump has signaled allowing Warsh policy independence.

2. Historic Bond Selloff Global financial markets just recorded severe government bond selling from both Turkey and Europe, pushing bond yields sharply higher and creating enormous pressure on gold prices. While viewed as temporary capital reallocation, the negative impact is undeniable.

3. Iran-US Tensions Flare Again US-Iran negotiations have escalated tensions after Trump canceled all engagements to reassert control, dissatisfied with Iran's rejection of uranium-related proposals. Ongoing concerns about the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed to shipping, amid China and Russia's lack of concrete assistance, underscore a global energy and economic crisis.

Weekly Outlook Pattarin views short-term technicals as decidedly bearish, with prices trading below moving averages across all timeframes. Monday, May 25, is a US holiday, suggesting a quiet market with prices likely ranging between 4,450-4,600 dollars.

Pattarin considers this gold correction a golden opportunity for long-term investors, recommending accumulation when Thai gold bar prices drop below 69,800 baht. Given the sideways downtrend momentum, she suggests adjusting purchase intervals to every 1,000 baht (from the previous 500 baht) to manage risk.

For Short-Term Investors: · Key Support: 4,503-4,440 and 4,400-4,375 dollars (Thai gold 69,000-68,500 baht) · Key Resistance: 4,570-4,590 and 4,630-4,650 dollars If gold holds above 4,500 dollars and doesn't break the 4,480-dollar support, a rebound to the resistance zone for profit-taking remains possible.

Factors to Monitor Despite near-term consolidation, gold's long-term outlook remains supported by continued central bank purchases globally, indicating gold's future potential. "Patience" and "discipline in timing" are the essential keys. Next week's economic calendar requires attention to China's GDP figures.