A new TikTok trend is creating confusion and concern among many people, as users have been posting videos of themselves eating miniature clay pots. The trend involves coating small earthenware containers with lime juice and seasoning powder before consuming them whole.

The trend was initiated by TikTok creator Janeth Herrera, who posted a video of herself eating clay pots while pregnant. Her video went viral rapidly, accumulating millions of views. While some viewers expressed interest in trying it themselves, others found the trend strange and unappetizing.

Experts suggest that this eating behavior may be related to a condition called "pica," which causes people to crave non-food items such as soil or clay. This condition can occur during pregnancy or when the body lacks certain nutrients, such as iron. However, even if basic laboratory tests appear normal, hidden nutritional deficiencies may still exist.

There is also a cultural dimension to consider, as some communities have long-standing traditions of consuming clay based on health or spiritual beliefs. However, modern medical experts warn that eating clay has virtually no nutritional value and may be unsafe for the body.

Medical professionals point to several health risks: clay is difficult to digest and may accumulate in the digestive tract, potentially causing blockages. It can also interfere with nutrient absorption and medication effectiveness. Additionally, there is risk of contamination from harmful substances such as heavy metals, particularly since many clay products are not subject to strict quality control standards.

Even products labeled as "Food Grade" or safe for consumption do not guarantee complete safety, experts emphasize, as these products have not undergone the same level of certification as food or medicine, leaving consumers reliant on manufacturer credibility.

Although the trend continues to spread online, medical advice remains clear: the health risks far outweigh any potential benefits.

An Indian national was arrested on Koh Phangan after videos emerged showing a foreigner displaying long and short firearms and conducting shooting practice drills. On May 23, 2025, Deputy Police Commissioner Samran Nualma, as director of the Anti-Transnational Criminal Center and Immigration Bureau, ordered a coordinated operation. Police units led by Colonel Prawit Engchuan raided a residence and apprehended Mr. Shabeelkunnon Valappil, a 33-year-old Indian national, at house number 151/10, Moo 1, Koh Phangan Sub-district, Koh Phangan District, Surat Thani Province.

Valappil faces charges of overstaying in Thailand, illegal possession and distribution of methamphetamine and ketamine, and drug consumption. Officers found nine bags of narcotics and drug paraphernalia in his possession during the arrest.

The investigation began on May 13 following tips about a foreign national engaged in suspicious behavior and drug trafficking near a durian orchard in Koh Phangan, with reports of frequent firearm discharges at his residence. Police identified the suspect as Valappil and conducted the raid on May 23. When officers arrived, Valappil attempted to flee on a motorcycle but was apprehended. Searches revealed he possessed a fascination with firearms, with evidence of target practice including ammunition casings and shooting targets. Officers seized drug-related evidence and transferred him to Koh Phangan Police Station for further legal proceedings.

On May 23, 2025, Lieutenant Colonel Phromsophon Fuenwoongfueng, deputy investigation chief at Ayutthaya City Police Station, responded to a report of a death found in a rental room in Hanthra Subdistrict, Ayutthaya City. Officers and staff from the Putthaisawan Foundation rushed to inspect the scene, which consisted of a divided house with three adjoining rental rooms. The front and back doors of the room were locked from the inside. The house owner and colleagues forced open the back door to investigate.

Inside, they found the body of 48-year-old Sanyalak (surname withheld) lying on his side, shirtless and wearing only shorts. A steam fan and regular fan were left running in the room. Initial inspection found no signs of struggle or theft. According to questioning, Withaya (surname withheld), the security chief and deceased's supervisor, stated that Sanyalak had worked as a security guard for over 10 years and lived in the rental room, which was his own house. That morning, Sanyalak was supposed to come in for his regular shift but never arrived for the shift change. When checked, both doors were locked from inside. Despite calls and knocking, there was no response. After requesting help from colleagues and the chief's wife, the woman went to the back of the house and called out to the deceased, saying "If you've passed away, please let the door open easily." The back door then opened on its own, startling everyone. They found the deceased had already died.

The security chief reported that the previous night, he had seen Sanyalak ride his motorcycle back to his room and they chatted normally. The deceased was known as a good-natured, cheerful person with no serious underlying illnesses. Friends who socialized with him that night said that before parting ways, Sanyalak drank about three beers and only complained of back pain, showing no unusual symptoms. Later, they learned of his death.

The security chief also recounted a strange incident from approximately four years ago. His wife claimed to have seen the deceased in a peculiar appearance resembling a headless state, so she advised him to perform merit-making to ward off bad luck. The deceased followed this advice, and afterward, his life became increasingly fortunate, particularly regarding luck and gambling. The deceased was fond of buying government lottery tickets and frequently won prizes. Over the past year, he had won the second prize twice, earning 400,000 baht in prize money. Most recently, he won the second prize again on April 1, 2025, bringing his total to two second-prize wins within less than a year. He also frequently won the last two and three digits of the lottery. Those close to him regarded him as exceptionally lucky. Latest information indicates that before his death, he had ordered his regular shopkeeper to find the number "46" to purchase lottery tickets for the upcoming draw.

Investigators have contacted the deceased's relatives in Suphan Buri Province and assigned Putthaisawan Foundation staff to transport the body for a detailed autopsy at the Institute of Forensic Science in Pathum Thani Province to determine the actual cause of death.

The 2026 PERODUA Malaysia Masters, a World Tour Super 500 badminton tournament with a total prize pool of $500,000 (approximately 16.25 million baht), is being held at Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. On May 23, 2026, in the women's singles semifinals, "May" Ratchanok Intanon, seeded second and ranked world No. 7, faced Denmark's Lyne Hojmark Ketchfeld, seeded eighth and ranked world No. 23. Ratchanok delivered an outstanding performance, dominating the match with a convincing 2-0 victory (21-12, 21-12) to advance to the final. In the men's singles semifinals, "Ikki" Pannipol Theerachutskulul, ranked world No. 28, pulled off an upset against France's Christophe Popov, seeded third and ranked world No. 4. Ikki secured a 2-0 victory (21-13, 21-13) to book his place in the championship match.

On May 23, 2025, Suchat Chomklin, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, presided over a ceremony to distribute identity documents to residents who had been granted land use rights in national forest reserve areas under a Cabinet Resolution from May 26, 2018. The event took place at the Ta Pla District Hall in Udon Thani province, attended by Dr. Raviwun Phurideach, Permanent Secretary, and senior officials including Nikorn Silarojanun, Director-General of the Forestry Department, with Deputy Governor Sorpong Manasukhonnan welcoming large numbers of community residents and local leaders.

Suchat stated that the Ministry is accelerating Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's policy to resolve housing and farmland issues in national forest reserve areas, ensuring citizens receive proper legal recognition of their residential and occupational rights, enabling them to generate sustainable income and improve their quality of life. In Udon Thani province, the Forestry Department has covered nine districts spanning over 317,566 rai of land divided into four zones based on watershed quality grades and usage periods. Currently, Group 1 has provided farmland documents to 35 communities covering approximately 118,047 rai, with permits issued for 12 areas, while remaining areas are under further authorization. Groups 2, 3, and 4 have received project approvals and proclamations across all nine districts.

Suchat highlighted that the distribution of identity documents represents a major achievement in securing land rights for citizens. He cited the success of durian farmers in Lap Bua district who, after receiving land rights documents, obtained GAP certification from the Agricultural Department, allowing their "Lin-Long Lap Bua" durians to be verified as non-encroached and commanding premium prices with advance orders. The ministry also issued a timber harvesting permit to farmer Ms. Semian Mongta in Khun Fang subdistrict, Mueang Udon Thani, granting rights to harvest 830 teak trees from Huay Kiang Wa and Nam Krai national forest reserves under strict forestry regulations.

Forestry Department Director-General Nikorn Silarojanun revealed that in fiscal year 2025, 1,800 farmers in Udon Thani province have received identity documents covering areas across eight districts and thousands of plots, representing a significant step toward securing farmland rights for residents while advancing the government's policy of "people and forests in sustainable balance."