Prime Minister Anuthun Charnveerakul will travel to France to discuss economic policy with President Emmanuel Macron, promote energy security, and elevate Thailand's soft power on the world stage. During his May 21-27 visit, the PM will meet with leaders and key figures from multiple sectors, including a dinner with President Emmanuel Macron to strengthen Thailand-France relations toward a strategic partnership. This year marks 170 years of official diplomatic relations between the two countries, with cooperation planned in trade, investment, energy, transportation, defense, and aerospace. The PM will also meet with the International Energy Agency (IEA) director to promote energy security and UNESCO leadership to advance cultural cooperation, including registering Thai traditional dress as intangible cultural heritage and promoting Thai fashion, crafts, tourism, and soft power internationally. He will engage with French private sector representatives from MEDEF International and other industries to attract investment in major Thai projects, particularly in aviation, aerospace, clean energy, and defense. Additionally, the PM will participate in meetings with Thai diplomats and consuls across Europe and meet with the Thai community in France, which plays an important role in promoting Thai culture and enhancing Thailand's image and brand value internationally.

After 30 years in the music industry, legendary artist Mint Maleewan Jemina is making her triumphant comeback with 'Maleewan Concert Love in Rock,' a groundbreaking solo concert produced by the seasoned team at 'Escape Bangkok Connect' with over a decade of concert production experience. Known as the 'Queen of Rainy Season Ballads' and beloved diva with numerous platinum-selling albums, Mint will perform a new, powerful take on her classic love songs spanning three decades, including fan favorites like 'Ask for Solace,' 'Do You Know Why,' and 'Missing You Beyond Measure.' The concert promises an innovative blend of romantic ballads and rock music, along with exclusive songs written specifically for this event and surprise guest collaborations featuring rock and love song artists in unexpected pairings. Experience this special musical journey through Mint's iconic voice and powerful production design at 'Maleewan Concert Love in Rock' on Saturday, July 18, 2025, at UOB LIVE Bangkok, 6th Floor, M Sphere. Tickets go on sale Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 10:00 AM at Thai Ticket Major branches and online at www.thaiticketmajor.com.

Thai fans of TWS (the '42' fanbase) are gearing up for a special experience as the rising K-pop sensation invites them to create '24/7' memories at Thailand's first full-scale concert, '2026 TWS TOUR '24/7:FOR:YOU' IN BANGKOK,' set for Saturday, September 26, 2025 at 18:00 at IDEA Live, Bravo BKK. Fans can expect spectacular shows, complete production, and the undeniable charm of all six members—SHINYU, DOHOON, YOUNGJAE, HANJIN, JIHOON, and KYUNGMIN—who are ready to deliver their signature 'Boyhood Pop' sound characterized by bright, fun, and energetic performances that capture the essence of youth and growth.

Since their official debut, TWS has achieved remarkable success. Their debut single 'plot twist' from the album 'Sparking Blue' charted on Billboard Global 200 for eight consecutive weeks and topped Melon's year-end chart in South Korea. All five of their releases—including the mini-albums 'SUMMER BEAT!', 'TRY WITH US', and 'play hard'—have collectively sold over 500,000 copies. Their hit song 'OVERDRIVE' sparked a massive fever, dominating dance challenges and becoming one of the year's hottest moments. Most recently, their latest album 'NO TRAGEDY' set a new record with first-week sales exceeding 1.1 million copies, becoming the group's first million-selling album and earning them recognition on NME's 100 for 2025 and Rolling Stone's Future 25 for 2026.

Tickets for the Bangkok concert are priced from 2,900 to 6,900 baht, with all tickets including a hardcover ticket and commemorative poster. VIP PACKAGE holders receive exclusive benefits including soundcheck access and a chance to win one of 30 autographed posters. The presale for 42 MEMBERSHIP holders opens on Saturday, June 20, 2025 from 12:00-18:00 at www.imethai.com. Interested buyers must register as 42 MEMBERSHIP (GLOBAL) members and complete presale registration through Weverse by June 9, 2025 at 13:00 to June 14, 2025 at 13:00.

A cake decorator in Louisiana, USA has become an internet sensation after an unexpected incident involving a high-value custom birthday cake that was ordered in advance but ended in an unforgettable way.

The cake was worth approximately 600 US dollars, or about 19,700 baht, designed to serve around 75 guests for a female customer's boyfriend's birthday party. However, on the day the cake was ready for delivery, the customer decided to cancel the entire event after suspecting her boyfriend of infidelity, making the large cake unnecessary.

Instead of picking up the cake, the customer asked the baker to "destroy" it on video and offered an additional 100 dollars, or roughly 3,300 baht, as payment for filming the destruction. But the situation took an unexpected turn.

The baker chose a more dramatic and attention-grabbing method, opting to set the cake on fire rather than simply destroying it, and posted the video to Instagram where it went viral instantly. In the clip, the cake decorator also made pointed comments about the birthday boy and offered birthday wishes mixed with criticism of his infidelity, directly naming him and saying, "We don't keep cheaters like this in our lives!"

She later clarified that the customer was the cardholder and her direct employer, that all actions were performed per the customer's request, and that payment had no legal issues. The baker noted she understood the customer's feelings, and the incident reflected a dramatic relationship breakdown where the expensive cake became merely "flames" amid a collapsed relationship.

After the video was released, the online world offered varied reactions. Some viewed it as a symbolic and painful way to "close a relationship," while others questioned the appropriateness of destroying such an expensive cake. One user commented they had never seen a cake burned before but now could check it off their list. Another joked about the customer's satisfaction being "12/10," while another remarked, "You are my hero, and I never knew cakes could catch fire!"

An 18-year-old man used doctored photos to impersonate a government official and deceived poor families into housing construction schemes, then vanished with 400,000 baht in funds collected from village committees.

On May 20, 2025, residents of Chaokhemmak Subdistrict in Prakon Chai District, Buriram Province filed complaints that multiple poor families were suffering severely. Village committees had demolished their deteriorating homes with the intention of rebuilding them using Community Organizations Development Institute funds, but an unknown man had fraudulently obtained 400,000 baht from the village committee, leaving the poor families homeless.

Samruan Pathumrat, 70, one of the affected residents, explained that the village committee had initially approached her about building a new home funded by the institute at approximately 35,000 baht per house. She was delighted at the prospect of a new home after living in poverty for so long. The committee demolished her old house and even had foundation posts installed, but then everything went silent. Now, more than four months later, she remains homeless with no shelter.

Niwan Suepdi, 60, a neighboring resident, recounted that about five months earlier, a young person claiming to be Jetrin, secretary of the Community Organizations Development Institute (Public Organization), approached her house. This individual spoke eloquently and claimed the institute would build new homes for poor families across several villages.

Later, it was discovered that this so-called Jetrin had contacted village committees claiming he would oversee the housing project, but the committees needed to submit documentation to the institute under the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security's Buriram office. After the committees provided evidence and received cash, Jetrin insisted on managing all the funds himself. The trusting committees agreed because of his persuasive manner, but he disappeared with the money.

The committees were shocked to learn that Jetrin was only 18 years old, yet he had managed to find the correct organization and successfully deceive multiple village committees. They were particularly distressed for the elderly residents who had even contributed 7,000 baht from their senior citizen stipends to the project.

At 11:30 AM on May 20, 2025, the Student and Civil Society Network for Thai Reforms submitted a letter to Nathpong Ruengpanyavutti, leader of the opposition Democratic Party in the House of Representatives, and to the Democrat, Thai Loyal, and Free Thai parties, requesting them to compile signatures and submit the matter to the Supreme Court for establishment of an independent investigation committee to examine the National Anti-Corruption Commission's (NACC) handling of the dismissal of a complaint against former Transport Minister Sak Siam in a stock manipulation case.

Dr. Wayo Aswinrungwong, Democrat Party list MP and deputy party leader, stated that the complaint is still being prepared and will likely be submitted to the House Speaker by early June. He explained that new factual evidence and citizen input have been incorporated into the document. The facts being presented include settled matters and evidence from the NACC's own investigation process, as well as concerns about the time the NACC took to consider the case.

Aswinrungwong emphasized that the NACC's role is not to adjudicate cases but to investigate and forward findings to court, functioning only as an investigative officer. He stated: "Given the Constitutional Court's ruling suggesting sufficient grounds exist, when facts have merit, the NACC should submit them to court for judicial determination, as the NACC cannot be a judge except by dismissing charges."

He added that a separate new complaint is being prepared regarding audio clips of former House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, which were previously submitted and dismissed before parliament's dissolution.

Satit Wongnongtui, Democrat Party list MP and deputy leader, confirmed his party has consistently monitored the case and will submit a separate legal complaint to the NACC regarding unresolved aspects of Sak Siam's case. The network has also requested tax collection follow-up on Shin Corporation shares held by former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

Dr. Vorawich Dechkijwikrom, Thai Loyal Party leader, stated that protecting national interests is their priority and despite having limited parliamentary votes, they are prepared to support beneficial measures for the people. General Seree Pisuthsen, Free Thai Party list MP, indicated the party's readiness to support the initiative.