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Natthawut Calls on Government to Urgently Amend Laws to Align with Equal Marriage—Emphasizes Need to Protect Rights of All Couples

MP Natthawut Buapradit is pushing the government to urgently amend three key laws—the Revenue Code, Child Protection Act, and Nationality Act—to fully protect LGBTQ+ couples' rights following Thailand's equal marriage law that took effect i

24 May Khaosod

On May 24, 2025, MP Natthawut Buapradit from Pheu Thai's party list revealed his call for the government to fast-track the review and amendment of laws to align with the Amendment to the Civil and Commercial Code, known as the equal marriage law, which came into effect on January 23, 2025. Section 68 of the equal marriage law required responsible state agencies to assess and review related laws and submit draft amendments to the Cabinet within 180 days of the law's enactment. The deadline was July 19, 2025, but more than 480 days have now passed without completion.

Natthawut identified two main categories of laws requiring amendment. Category 1 includes laws that, while not yet updated in wording to reflect the new definition of spouse, automatically extend rights to same-sex couples under the equal marriage law, such as inheritance and medical care rights. However, Category 2 comprises three critical laws that urgently require amendment to protect the rights and duties of LGBTQ+ couples: the Revenue Code concerning tax obligations and rights regarding children or adopted children; the Child Protection Act for Assisted Reproductive Technology 2015, which currently limits surrogacy rights exclusively to heterosexual couples; and the Nationality Act of 1965, which unfairly restricts citizenship pathways for same-sex couples compared to foreign women married to Thai nationals.

Addressing concerns raised by responsible agencies—such as the Public Health Ministry's worries about human trafficking risks and the Interior Ministry's concerns about sham marriages used for naturalization—Natthawut stated that these issues can be addressed through well-designed preventive mechanisms without denying rights to LGBTQ+ individuals.

Regarding the upcoming Pride Month in June, Natthawut emphasized that it should not be merely an annual government event but rather an opportunity for the government to demonstrate genuine commitment to legal equality. He stated that Pheu Thai will move forward with legislative proposals for all three critical laws to ensure that LGBTQ+ individuals and all citizens enjoy truly equal rights.

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Safety Concerns as Swiss Woman, 20, Holds Over 60,000 Pokémon Cards Worth 2.1 Billion Baht

A 20-year-old Swiss woman's collection of over 60,000 Pokémon cards worth 2.1 billion baht has raised security concerns, prompting her family to move the valuable cards to a professional safe deposit facility amid rising thefts in Europe an

24 May Khaosod

On May 24, 2026, a 20-year-old Swiss woman named Jolina Gisel attracted attention in the collector community after revealing her ownership of more than 60,000 Pokémon cards valued at over 50 million pounds, or approximately 2.1 billion baht, potentially breaking a future Guinness World Record.

Jolina Gisel explained that she began collecting cards at age 7 as a hobby, before the Pokémon card market boomed significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic, causing card values to skyrocket rapidly.

However, the rising popularity came with increased risk, as high-value Pokémon card thefts have occurred multiple times in Europe and the United States in recent times.

The highlights of this collection include rare legendary cards such as "Pikachu Illustrator," of which she owns 2 copies—among the most sought-after Pokémon cards worldwide.

Previously, a card from the same series was auctioned in the United States for as high as 1.4 million dollars, or approximately 45 million baht. A perfect-grade PSA 10 version was reportedly sold for over 16.5 million dollars, or around 530 million baht.

Because of this, her family decided to move the entire collection out of their home and store it in a professional safe deposit facility.

She revealed that she is considering selling the collection as a whole to collectors or museums so these historic cards can be publicly displayed.

However, she confirmed that her first childhood album will never be sold, as it holds invaluable family memories that cannot be assessed with monetary value.

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Haii Aphaporn Takes Jab at Audience Members Glued to Phones During Performance; Tuk Jokingly Asks if Her Husband's Name Was in the Viral Video

Performer Haii Aphaporn called out audience members fixated on their phones during her show, joking that four people were watching a leaked live stream instead. Friend Tuk Siriporn jokingly asked if her husband's name appeared in the viral

24 May Khaosod

Haii Aphaporn expressed frustration on stage about audience members who kept their eyes on their phones instead of watching her perform, joking that she heard four people were watching a leaked live stream instead. She posted: "On stage, I see people not looking up to watch me at all, just staring at their phones. I heard there were four people watching that nonsense! Why didn't anyone tell me?! I could have stopped singing and watched it too."

Tuk Siriporn screenshotted her friend's post and jokingly asked whether she spotted her husband's name, Nuay Choei Yim, in the viral video. She captioned it: "I'm just reposting my friend's comment lol, but hey Haii—did you happen to see my husband's name in there too? @hi_hiso" The comments section was filled with laughter, with users noting that the live stream had apparently been broadcasting for quite some time.

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Breaking

Red Cross Reports Three Volunteers Dead from Ebola as Death Toll Surpasses 170

Three Red Cross volunteers died from Ebola in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo while handling bodies during outbreak response work, as deaths surpass 170 across the region.

24 May Khaosod

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) announced that three Red Cross volunteers have died from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). They are believed to have contracted the virus starting March 27 while working on an unrelated project in Ituri Province in eastern DRC before the outbreak was identified, and are suspected to have been infected while handling bodies of deceased patients. The three volunteers are among the first victims of the current outbreak, which has claimed over 170 lives with approximately 750 suspected cases. The IFRC identified the deceased volunteers as Alikana Udumuzi Augustin, Sezabo Katanabo, and Achiko Chandiru Vivienne. All three worked courageously and humanely in Mongwalu, currently the outbreak's epicenter, and died between May 5-16. Health experts warn that bodies of Ebola patients remain highly contagious due to viral-laden bodily fluids even after death. The current outbreak involves the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola for which no vaccine yet exists. Previously, the World Health Organization (WHO) elevated the public health risk in DRC from high to very high, while noting that regional risk across Africa is high but global risk remains low. Uganda, a neighboring country, confirmed three new infections, bringing its total to five cases. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned that ten countries in the region face outbreak risk: Angola, Burundi, Central African Republic, Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Zambia.

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Police

Gun videos lead police to Indian man with drugs on Koh Pha Ngan

Police arrested an Indian man on Koh Pha Ngan after videos showed him posing with guns; officers discovered drug supplies and price lists on his phone during a search of his residence.

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Gun videos lead police to Indian man with drugs on Koh Pha NganLegacyPolice arrested an Indian man on Koh Pha Ngan yesterday, May 23, after videos showed a foreigner posing with guns and practising shooting, with officers later finding drugs and drug price lists on his phone. The suspect, identified as 33 year old Shabeelkunnon Valappil, was arrested at a residence in Koh Pha Ngan district, Surat Thani. Police charged him with overstaying his visa. Photo via Khaosod Officers said the arrest followed a May 13 operation targeting foreign-run businesses allegedly using Thai nominees on Koh Pha Ngan. Residents later reported a foreigner allegedly gathering with others, selling drugs near a durian orchard in Ban Tai, and regularly firing guns near his accommodation. Police identified the man as Shabeelkunnon and went to inspect the property. They found three houses at the site and were told by the owner that the suspect was outside but returning. Officers then hid nearby until Shabeelkunnon arrived on a dirt bike. The suspect reportedly tried to run away when police identified themselves but was detained. Photo via DailyNews A search allegedly found nine bags of drugs in his left trouser pocket, along with an aluminium tube and a small metal tool hidden in a pink bag. Police said they also seized large quantities of crystal meth, ecstasy, MDMA, and ketamine. Investigators said the Indian appeared to have an interest in firearms, with photos showing him posing with both handguns and long guns. Officers also found signs of shooting practice, including spent cartridges and shooting targets. Khaosod reported that police also arrested a Thai man identified as Apidet, who was found with one firearm and drugs. Photo via Khaosod A check of Shabeelkunnon’s mobile phone allegedly found images listing several types of drugs with clear prices. Police believe this supported allegations that he was involved in selling drugs in the Koh Samui area. Shabeelkunnon was taken with the seized items to Koh Pha Ngan Police Station for legal proceedings. In addition to the overstay charge, Shabeelkunnon could face further charges related to illegal drug possession, alleged drug distribution, and firearms offences if police determine there is sufficient evidence. Photo via Khaosod Elsewhere, Airport Interdiction Task Force (AITF) officers at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok arrested an Indian man for smuggling cocaine worth 17 million baht (around US$520,000) into Thailand. The story Gun videos lead police to Indian man with drugs on Koh Pha Ngan as seen on Thaiger News.

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National

Wait and See, Says Arne: Liverpool Will Be Stronger Next Season With Two More Signings

Liverpool manager Arne Slot believes one or two winter signings could significantly boost the Reds' chances next season after a trophy-less campaign despite £450 million in transfers.

24 May Khaosod

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has expressed confidence that the Reds will significantly strengthen next season if the club brings in one or two more players. Liverpool has underperformed this season under Slot's management, failing to win any major trophies despite spending over £450 million on transfers. Slot believes signing one or two additional players during the winter break would greatly improve Liverpool's prospects for next year. "I think we need to do better in many aspects of the game next season, such as set pieces and converting from set pieces," Slot said. "We're also not creating enough opportunities from open play or scoring enough from open play." "Yes, there are many things we need to improve, but many clubs have shown that signing two new players during the winter break can have a massive impact," he continued. "I'm not saying these two players will make the difference, but sometimes you need to add things to the team to help the rest develop and improve as well." "That's normal for clubs going through a transition, especially one like ours, because we can't complete the transition in a single transfer window for obvious reasons," Slot explained. "I think Jurgen Klopp's best Liverpool team, which competed for all trophies, also took several years to build. We've made great progress with signings in last summer's transfer window, and these players will develop alongside our existing squad. If we can strengthen with one or two more players, I believe our team will look much better next year."

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National

Halodara – Mew and Ohm Launch New Chemistry in 'To My Wife From Your Loving Husband'

Actors Mew Suphassit and Ohm Suchar debut their chemistry in the romantic comedy series "To My Wife From Your Loving Husband," premiering June 1 on TrueVisions NOW as part of the "4 ELEMENTS" project that has already drawn strong audience i

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Halodara – Start your month feeling good with Mew Suphassit and Ohm Suchar's exciting new chemistry! The romantic comedy series 'To My Wife From Your Loving Husband' (My Wife's Gunslinger God) is part of the '4 ELEMENTS Baan Wattinvanich' project, which includes four stories: Vivah Pathom, Natee Roi Leh, Saneh Waayo, and Soh Ruk Agni. Director Fius Kittisak revealed strong audience response from the project's launch. The Earth house couple initially had no established fanbase, but when their finale episode was held, tickets sold out in just three hours. The director expressed happiness with the Apple-Mim pairing meeting their own housemates. For other couples like Ingfa-Charlotte and Freen-Becky, there's no concern as they already have large, supportive fanbases. Now the Wind house, or Saneh Waayo, will show how fans react to Freen-Becky's new roles. Finally, the Fire house series 'Chain of Fire' asks for continued support for Nam Nueng and Nay.

Anti-drug activity 'Project To Be Number One' aims to prevent and address drug abuse while building youth immunity. Organized by the Department of Mental Health under the Ministry of Public Health, the event on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Wangkhai Kangwan 2 Vocational College in Phetchaburi will feature 'Petch' Kathawut Thuenpraju (GMM Music artist) and 'Ungpao' Ochiris Suwannachip (GMMTV actor), along with the band 4TEEN.

Also premiering is the romantic comedy series 'To My Wife From Your Loving Husband' (My Wife's Gunslinger God) by TrueVisions NOW and Halo Productions. This marks the first meeting of Mew Suphassit and Ohm Suchar, telling the chaotic love story of an opposite couple amid hidden secrets. The full six-episode series will premiere on June 1 via TrueVisions NOW.

Now streaming is the film 'The Bride!' about Frank, a lonely man who travels to Chicago in the 1930s to ask Dr. Eugenious, a scientist, to create a life partner for him. Together they revive a murdered young woman, and the bride is born. However, what happens next defies all their expectations. Stream exclusively on HBO Max.

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Police

Car crashes into house in Chumphon, injuring two

A car crashed through a house wall in Chumphon's Muang district early May 24, injuring the homeowner and driver after losing control on a main road.

24 May Khaosod

CHUMPHON — A woman narrowly escaped death after a car crashed through the wall of her house in the middle of the night in southern Thailand's Chumphon province, leaving both the homeowner and driver injured, police said.

The incident occurred at about 00:30 on 24 May in front of Municipal Soi 6, also known as Talad Nai Soi, in Moo 4 of Tha Yang subdistrict, Muang district.

According to police, the car first struck a rubbish bin before losing control, crossing a four-lane road and smashing through the wall of a roadside home on the Pak Nam–Chumphon road. The impact caused extensive damage to the house and belongings inside.

Officers received reports of a vehicle crashing into a residential property with two people injured. Rescue workers from the Chumphon Charity Foundation and Tha Yang municipal emergency responders were dispatched to the scene.

Authorities found a blue Mazda 323, heavily damaged after ploughing through the house wall and into the building. Household items were strewn across the property.

The homeowner, identified as Pornpasorn Boonyuen, about 50, suffered neck injuries and numbness across part of her body. Emergency workers administered first aid before taking her to Chumphon Khet Udomsak Hospital.

The driver, a man believed to be about 30 years old, was also injured and taken to hospital.

Neighbours told authorities they were awakened by a loud crash and rushed outside to find the car embedded in Ms Pornpasorn's home. She had been sleeping alone inside at the time.

Witnesses said the vehicle had emerged at speed from a side street opposite the house before losing control, hitting a rubbish bin, crossing the road and crashing into the property.

Police said they were questioning the driver at hospital to determine the cause of the crash and gathering evidence for possible legal action.

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Police

Cyber Police Bust Online Gambling Network: 5 Suspects Arrested, 20 Million Baht Monthly Turnover

Cyber Police arrested five suspects operating the argus99ss online gambling network, which processed 20 million baht monthly with 20,000 members across Thailand. The gang offered illegal betting on lottery, slots, baccarat, and football thr

24 May Khaosod

The Cyber Police Bureau's analysis unit launched an operation to dismantle the argus99ss online gambling network, which operated with a monthly turnover of 20 million baht and approximately 20,000 members. Five suspects were arrested on court warrants in Bangkok and Phitsanulok Province.

Investigators discovered the gang through social media monitoring. The network offered multiple betting options including online lottery, slots, baccarat, and football gambling. After gathering evidence and obtaining search and arrest warrants, officers conducted raids at multiple locations.

The arrested suspects are: (1) Sarawit Somchit, 30, the financial manager responsible for collecting funds from various accounts and funneling them through payment gateways to obscure the money trail—arrested in front of the Happy apartment building, Chalongkrung 53 Road, Bangkok; (2) Kanda Jindoung, 24, account operator—arrested in front of an EC2 Growth store in Phitsanulok; (3) Rattigal Sipawam, 26, account operator—arrested at 21/8 Ladprao 41 Road, Bangkok; (4) Thibert Netsenee, 23, account operator—arrested at the Panya Sap building in Bangkok; (5) Porntip Pinnukram, 23, account operator—arrested at PC Chokchai 70 apartment in Bangkok.

All five suspects face charges of operating unauthorized online gambling, advertising and soliciting participation in illegal gambling, conspiracy, and money laundering. They were turned over to the Cyber Police Bureau's investigation division for further legal proceedings.

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National

Kan Atiruj Warns News-Telling Influencers to Respect Copyright as Every Video Has an Owner

News anchor Kan Atiruj cautions social media influencers to respect copyright laws when reporting news, emphasizing that every photo and video belongs to the creator who captured it.

24 May Khaosod

The copyright issue has become a trending topic following a dispute between veteran news producers and news-reporting influencers. Prominent news anchor Kan Atiruj Kittipat recently shared her thoughts and offered a cautionary message to news-content creators on social media during the launch of the "Saansook" application at the Health Promotion Fund's Learning Center.

Kan explained, "I understand both sides of this issue. I know the influencers and have worked with veteran news producers. Everyone in journalism bears the cost of going into the field and producing content. In this case, I believe the influencer may not have initially understood the legal requirements thoroughly, but they are now aware and have already apologized for the mistake."

Kan also shared her own experience creating news content on social media, noting that fans frequently request additional visuals to enhance the stories. However, she emphasized that she deliberately refrains from using others' photos or videos in her clips because she fully recognizes that every image and every video belongs to someone who invested effort in capturing it.

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Local

Aggressive Cobra Rears Up on Bathroom Beam, Homeowner Startled While Charging Phone; Lottery Enthusiasts Score Lucky Numbers

A three-meter king cobra reared up aggressively in a Songkhla home's bathroom while a resident charged his phone, prompting rescue workers to safely capture and relocate the snake. Lottery enthusiasts watching the incident adopted house num

24 May Khaosod

On May 24, 32-year-old Bunphan, living at house number 9 in Thapchaang subdistrict, Nathawi district, Songkhla province, reported that while attempting to plug in his phone charger near the bathroom alcove, an aggressive king cobra suddenly reared up in a threatening display. Frightened, he immediately contacted the Songkhla Volunteer Snake Rescue Unit for assistance.

Officer Taveesak Bunsae of the Songkhla Volunteer Snake Rescue Unit was already operating in the area and quickly arrived with snake-catching equipment. Upon entering the bathroom, officers found a large king cobra on the beam, rearing up aggressively. Using specialized equipment, they carefully captured the snake, which measured approximately three meters in length. The cobra was placed in a sack and transported to a forest area far from residential zones for release.

Lottery enthusiasts didn't overlook the opportunity. Spectators who watched the snake capture seized upon house number 9 as their lucky number for the government lottery draw scheduled for June 1st.

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