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Meteorological Department Warns of Monsoon Battering Thailand, South Most Severe at 70% with Thunderstorms, High Seas in Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand

Thailand's Meteorological Department warns of intensifying southwest monsoons bringing heavy thunderstorms and rainfall to the south through May 29, with the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand experiencing waves up to 3 meters in storm areas.

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The Thai Meteorological Department issued a weather forecast for the next 24 hours warning of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in some areas of Thailand's southern west coast, driven by moderate strength southwest monsoons covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. Citizens are urged to exercise caution regarding dangers from heavy rainfall and accumulated precipitation. Wave conditions in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand are moderate, with the upper Andaman Sea experiencing waves of approximately 2 meters, while the lower Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand have waves of 1-2 meters. Thunderstorm areas may see waves exceeding 2 meters, and boat operators are advised to navigate carefully and avoid thunderstorm zones. From May 28-29, the southern region expects increased rainfall with heavy to very heavy precipitation in many areas, primarily along the west coast, as the southwest monsoon intensifies. The upper Andaman Sea will experience waves of 2-3 meters, with thunderstorm areas seeing waves exceeding 3 meters. Detailed 24-hour forecasts include thunderstorms in 30-40% of northern, northeastern, central, and eastern regions with temperatures ranging from 22-27°C low to 36-39°C high and southwest winds at 10-35 km/h. The southern east coast expects 40% thunderstorms in Chumphon, Surat Thani, and Nakhon Si Thammarat with waves of 1-2 meters offshore. The southern west coast faces the most severe conditions with 70% thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in Ranong, Phang Nga, and Phuket, with wave heights of 2 meters and exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas.

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Police

66-Year-Old Truck Driver Suffers Medical Episode, Causing Rollover That Kills Myanmar Worker Buried Under 16 Tons of Salt

A 66-year-old truck driver suffered an asthma attack on Amphawa Road in Samut Songkhram, lost control and flipped his vehicle, killing a Myanmar worker buried under 16 tons of salt cargo.

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Samut Songkhram — A 66-year-old truck driver suffered a severe asthma attack while driving, prompting him to reach for his inhaler before losing control of the vehicle. The truck flipped on its side along Amphawa Road, with 16 tons of salt crushing a Myanmar worker to death.

On May 26, 2026, investigative police sergeant Subanit Meepun from Yi Sarn Police Station responded to a report of a fatal truck rollover along the Yi Sarn-Bang Taboon Road heading toward Rama 2 Road in Tambon Yi Sarn, Amphawa District, Samut Songkhram Province. Emergency responders from Sawaengbenja Thammasamutsonghram Foundation discovered a 10-wheel Isuzu truck bearing Phetchburi license plate 81-6966 overturned on its side. Approximately 16 tons of salt had crushed Cha Min Thu, a 31-year-old Myanmar national, who died beneath the cargo. Rescue workers had to use equipment to carefully remove the salt and recover the victim's body.

Initial investigation revealed that Somsak Jaisamad, 66, a resident of Ban Kum Subdistrict, Mueang District, Phetchburi Province, was operating the salt truck carrying 16 tons of cargo from Ban Laem District, Phetchburi Province, destined for Laem Fa Pha District, Samut Prakan Province. Cha Min Thu was resting on top of the salt cargo in the truck bed. When the driver reached the accident location, he experienced a severe asthma attack and bent down to use his inhaler, causing him to lose control of the steering. The truck veered off the road and flipped over, with both the vehicle and salt cargo crushing the worker to death.

Police collected evidence at the scene and are conducting a detailed investigation with the driver. Authorities are also coordinating with a medical examiner to proceed with legal proceedings.

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National

Prince of Songkla University Researcher Ranked #1 in Thailand for Chemistry and Biology and Biochemistry by Research.com

A Prince of Songkla University researcher has been ranked Thailand's top scientist in Chemistry and Biology and Biochemistry by Research.com, with global rankings of 319 and 457 respectively in these fields.

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Creating a global reputation! Prof. Dr. Sutthawat Benjakul, a researcher at Prince of Songkla University (PSU), has secured the top ranking in Thailand and made it onto the international scientist rankings in both Chemistry and Biology and Biochemistry according to Research.com. Prof. Dr. Sutthawat Benjakul, director of the International Center of Excellence for Science and Innovation in Seafood Technology at the Faculty of Agro-Industry, is a researcher whose outstanding contributions to food science and biotechnology have earned him recognition from Research.com as Thailand's #1 scientist in two major fields: Chemistry for 2026 (ranked 319 globally) and Biology and Biochemistry for 2025-2026 (ranked 457 globally). The rankings are based on data from global bibliographic databases including OpenAlex and CrossRef, along with metrics measuring research output, academic citations, and D-Index values, which reflect the quality and impact of research at the international level. This achievement demonstrates the research potential of Prince of Songkla University scientists in generating knowledge and innovation recognized on the global stage, further reinforcing the university's role in driving research for sustainable national and societal development.

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Police

Cancer-stricken wife appeals to Kan Jompluang for help after husband abandons her, deceives creditors, and flees with foreign girlfriend

A Nonthaburi woman with stage 3 breast cancer is seeking help from a prominent figure after her husband abandoned her for a foreign girlfriend, physically assaulted her, and left her responsible for over 200,000 baht in debts he had fraudul

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On May 26, Nang Klaew, 34, a legally registered wife from Nonthaburi, filed a complaint with Kan Jompluang (Kanthasak Phongphaibulwet), alleging she was physically assaulted by her husband after discovering he was secretly living with a foreign woman in Chachoengsao Province. The couple had been together for 6 years and have a 2-year-old daughter. Before her husband left, he convinced her family to take out loans exceeding 200,000 baht for his overseas work expenses, but he refused to take responsibility for the debt. Adding to her hardship, Nang Klaew was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer with lymph node involvement.

Nang Klaew explained that she discovered evidence of her husband's infidelity through his phone, where she found years of flirtatious conversations with the foreign woman, including sexual banter and them calling each other husband and wife. In early March, he claimed he was traveling to Chachoengsao for work but immediately cut off all contact. By April, she learned he was living with the foreign woman and tracked them down to a rental house.

When she attempted to retrieve her clothes and belongings that her husband had given to the other woman, including a fan and air conditioner he had taken from their home, he physically attacked her in front of the foreign girlfriend and told her he no longer wanted her and that she should leave his house because he would not accept a sick cancer-stricken wife.

Nang Klaew tearfully stated that her anger intensified because the foreign woman mocked her, saying that Thai law cannot do anything to them because they are a foreigner with no assets to seize in an adultery case. Her husband further challenged her to go ahead and file a complaint, boasting that no one could touch him. She brought video evidence and documentation to request Kan Jompluang's assistance, noting that she is still legally married to her husband and has been falsely accused of trespassing by both of them.

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Breaking

Manchester City Holds Victory Parade to Celebrate Double Championship Win This Season

Manchester City celebrated their Carabao Cup and FA Cup double with a victory parade on May 25, featuring manager Pep Guardiola in his final season before stepping down after a decade with the club.

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Manchester City organized a victory parade celebrating their double championship wins in the Carabao Cup and FA Cup this season, with thousands of fans turning out to show their support.

The club claimed both cup titles in the current season, marking the final triumph under manager Pep Guardiola before he steps down from his position as City manager after 10 years with the team.

On May 25, Manchester City held a parade to celebrate the double championship alongside their women's team, which also won the Women's Super League title. Manager Pep led star players including Erling Haaland, Bernardo Silva, and John Stones on an open-top bus.

The parade route started from the Northern Quarter in downtown Manchester, passed through the Ancoats area, and concluded at the Colin Bell Reception at the Etihad Stadium, where thousands of fans gathered to celebrate.

The Manchester City men's and women's teams continued the celebrations at the Co-op Live Arena, with all 19,000 tickets for the event sold out.

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National

Thailand Super Series 2026 Kicks Off with Intense First Round as Teams Battle for Points

Thailand's 2026 racing season launched at Chang International Circuit in Buriram with multiple classes competing across the weekend, featuring wins from Singha Motorsport and B-Quik Absolute Racing in the top-tier Supercar GT3 division.

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Racing Spirit Co., Ltd., the organizer of international racing events, launched the 2026 season with the TSS The Super Series by B-Quik and B-Quik Thailand Super Series at Chang International Circuit in Buriram Province. In the top-tier Supercar GT3 class, Singha Motorsport Team Thailand drivers Piti Phiromyaphakdi and Kantsak Kusiri dominated Race 1 to claim the championship. Race 2 saw Daniel Bilski and Sataporn Verachoei from B-Quik Absolute Racing take the victory.

In the GTM class, Prakun Prorrappha and Andrew Adulyavijit from Inging x Autowerks Racing won Race 1, while Dechathon Phuakravarot and Kanthathee Kusiri from AAS Motorsport triumphed in Race 2. The TSS Supercar GT4 class saw Prakun Prorrappha and Andrew Adulyavijit claim Race 1, with Dechathon Phuakravarot and Kanthathee Kusiri from AAS Motorsport finishing first in Race 2.

In the TSS Supercar GTC class, Nathawut Charoensukhawattana and Nadol Wattanathum from Toyota Gazoo Racing Thailand won Race 1, followed by Manat Kulapalanan and Nathapong Horthongkam from the same team in Race 2. The Touring class saw Peeranaht Nanthmanon and Chanoknan Nanthmanon from Wing Hin Motorsports win both races.

The Super Pickup class featured three concurrent races across Classes A, B, and C. Nathawut Puangphrom from Artkar Tire Koh Phi claimed Race 1, Kanathee Kusiri from Ford Thailand Racing won Race 2, and Suphatasin Boonruang from Toyota GR Gazoo Arto PHC Racing took Race 3. Similarly, the Super Eco class had three races, with Siraaw Pawavi Jonathan from Insane Motorsport by ZIC winning Race 1, Aaron Haikal from Dyno Dynamics & SPY Performance claiming Race 2, and Ronnie Risman from BKC Motorsport finishing first in Race 3. Thai boxing legend Buakaw Banchamek attended the event and had the honor of waving the checkered flag to welcome racers across the finish line.

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National

Buddhist Monks Travel Across Districts to Register for Thai Help Thai Plus Program, Unwilling to Miss Out on Benefits

Buddhist monks from Surin province traveled across districts to register for Thailand's Thai Help Thai Plus program, with clergy emphasizing they are citizens entitled to the benefits. The initiative replaces a previous assistance scheme an

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In Surin province, monks from Wat Dang Si Khraphum traveled across districts to register for the Thai Help Thai Plus program, emphasizing that clergy members are Thai citizens who don't want to miss out on these benefits. They praised the initiative as genuinely helpful to the public and commended Prime Minister Anuthint Charnvirakul.

On May 26, 2025, the Krung Thai Bank branch at Robinson department store in Muang district, Surin was bustling with crowds registering for the Thai Help Thai Plus program, which replaces the previous one-per-household initiative. Notably, many Buddhist monks traveled across district lines to ensure they didn't miss the opportunity. The bank entrance was packed with people and elderly citizens waiting in queue. Some traveled long distances with family members seeking assistance with facial recognition scanning and identity verification, as they weren't accustomed to digital processes.

Two monks from Wat Ratsadon Bamrung in Na Rung subdistrict, Si Khraphum district, Surin, who personally traveled across districts to register, stated: "Monks are Thai citizens too and don't want to lose these benefits." One monk warmly said, "This is an excellent program that truly helps our fellow citizens. I deeply appreciate Prime Minister Anuthint Charnvirakul and the Interior Minister for this initiative. Please continue it for the benefit of all Thai people."

Siwaporn Rieabrod, 47, from Ban Sone in Sulaeng Phan subdistrict, Muang district, revealed she brought her husband to register. Though she already has a state welfare card, she was delighted the government, particularly PM Anuthint, launched such continuous beneficial programs to stimulate the economy and help citizens. She hopes such initiatives will continue.

Chaiawat Phanthakamet Siyakul, 60, from Si Khraphum district, noted the queues were very long but people were willing to wait for the benefits. He thanked PM Anuthint for the good programs while requesting the government fulfill its promise of 3,000 baht monthly for elderly citizens, which people are currently awaiting.

Registration continues with additional service points set up to accommodate the public, especially the elderly and monks. More details about the Thai Help Thai Plus program are available at all Krung Thai Bank branches or the official program website.

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Police

Myanmar Worker Stabs Friend Over Unpaid 250-Baht Loan While Drunk; Two Seriously Injured

A Myanmar worker stabbed a colleague in the chest and bit another's wrist nearly severed during a drunken dispute over an unpaid 250-baht loan at a construction camp in Chon Buri province; both victims were hospitalized and police are hunti

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Chon Buri—Myanmar workers were drinking together at a construction camp when an argument erupted over a 250-baht unpaid loan. One worker used a machete to stab a colleague in the chest and bite another's wrist nearly off, causing serious injuries to both victims before fleeing. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect.

On May 26, Phan Thong Police Station received reports of an assault with two severely injured victims at a construction worker camp in Moo 3, Nong Talung Subdistrict, Phan Thong District, Chon Buri Province. Upon investigation with rescue volunteers, officers discovered a camp housing over 1,000 migrant workers. They found Lamiunai, 35, with a deep 3-centimeter stab wound to his right chest and severe bleeding. Nearby, Aungmintaa had an almost completely severed right wrist with heavy blood loss. Both victims received initial first aid before being transported to Phan Thong Hospital. A machete was recovered at the scene.

According to camp administrators, a group of young Myanmar workers had been drinking together. When intoxicated, one demanded repayment of a 250-baht loan, but the other refused. The verbal dispute escalated into violence. The camp houses approximately 1,000 Myanmar residents, both documented and undocumented workers.

Ekachai Drun, 47, a rescue volunteer, confirmed that upon arrival, one victim had a deep, wide stab wound to the right chest and was disoriented from blood loss, requiring immediate hospital transfer. The other victim had received first aid for the nearly severed wrist before transport. The chaotic scene involved only Myanmar workers, with many being undocumented, making communication difficult and hindering witness cooperation.

Police plan to interview the victims once recovered and will investigate further to identify and locate the suspect for legal proceedings.

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Police

21-Year-Old Myanmar Man Stabbed Nine Times by Countryman, Dies at Worker Camp; Suspect Detained Immediately

A 21-year-old Myanmar worker was stabbed nine times and killed by a fellow countryman at a labor camp in Ayutthaya on May 26; the 25-year-old suspect was arrested immediately.

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Ayutthaya — A 21-year-old Myanmar national was stabbed to death by a fellow countryman at a worker camp on May 26, 2025. Deputy Superintendent Jakrapan Thupatemee of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Police Station responded to reports of a knife attack that left one dead and one injured at the camp in Moo 8, Ban Mai subdistrict.

Police, forensic officers, and hospital staff arrived at the scene to assist the injured victim. The deceased was identified as Hed Myat Aung, 21, found in front of the worker dormitory with nine stab wounds: one to the abdomen, two to the upper left chest, three to the center chest, one piercing the lung through the back, and two to the right leg. The victim wore a black and white shirt and black shorts, with blood covering the floor. A sharp 5-inch knife was recovered near the body, along with a water pitcher and two glasses of alcohol.

A second victim, 23-year-old Hed Tet Soe, also from Myanmar, sustained a wound to his right arm and received first aid before hospitalization. Police detained 25-year-old suspect Jo Mo Lwin, also from Myanmar.

Witness Wattanpol Makbriburn, 30, a Thai construction worker, reported that both the suspect and victim worked on the Chao Phraya Canal dredging project. He heard the two arguing loudly before the incident but could not understand the dispute as they spoke Burmese. Upon hearing another commotion, he and the injured victim came out to intervene but were also targeted with the knife. They discovered the victim lying in a large pool of blood with no signs of life.

Police are conducting a detailed investigation into the suspect and witnesses to determine the exact cause and pursue legal action.

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National

Arne believes Liverpool will return to peak form next season if they sign a quality winger

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says signing a quality winger is crucial to returning to peak form after the club's worst season since 2015-16, with Jan Diomande from RB Leipzig the primary target.

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Liverpool manager Arne Slot believes the Reds can return to their best form next season if they sign a quality winger. Liverpool ended a difficult campaign by advancing in the UEFA Champions League, but recorded their lowest points total and fewest goals since the 2015-16 season when Brendan Rodgers was sacked and replaced by Jurgen Klopp. The dramatic drop in goals and assists from the wings has been a major factor, with Liverpool unable to find a replacement for Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah's impact declining in what could be his final season at the club. Jan Diomande, an attacking winger from RB Leipzig, is the main target for the Reds following an excellent season, though the Bundesliga club wants to keep the 19-year-old for their upcoming Champions League campaign. Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain and Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United are also on the list of options being considered. Recently, Arne stated that they need at least one winger, and that would help Liverpool return to the form that won the championship in his first season. "Last season, one of the reasons we struggled was because we had dangerous players on both the right and left flanks. It's not just about the winger, but about the coordination between the winger and the fullbacks. Last season, I think if you had to explain our playing style, I would say it relied heavily on the coordination between the wingers and fullbacks. We tried to do the same again this season, but the results weren't as good as last season. That doesn't mean it was only their fault. We all, including me, didn't perform at the same level."

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Regional

Residents Near Ta Meuang Thom Temple Hurry to Finish Farming, Worried About Third Clash as Cambodian Soldiers Continue Provocations

Border residents near Ta Meuang Thom temple in Surin province are rushing to finish rice farming as tensions escalate with Cambodian forces, fearing a third armed clash could force evacuations.

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Tensions are mounting along the Thai-Cambodian border in Surin province as Cambodian forces continue provocative actions and position troops near Ta Meuang Thom temple in Phanom Dong Rak district. Border residents, particularly those in nearby villages like Ban Nong Kanna, are frantically completing their planting and fertilizing work for the rice season, fearing a potential third armed clash could force evacuations.

Villager Lek Dureang Ram, 45, explained that residents are rushing to finish their agricultural tasks because they fear another evacuation. While confidence in Thai military capabilities remains high, locals worry about the proximity of Cambodian troop movements and have requested stronger Thai military presence in the area for reassurance.

Residents remain vigilant but continue their daily lives, understanding that border living requires constant preparedness. They emphasize the need to complete farming work quickly in case evacuation becomes necessary, while hoping that any potential conflict can be resolved decisively to prevent further rounds of fighting.

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