Actress Tehy Chrinprom Chunkiatikit has become a hot topic among fans not just for her booming career but also for her lifestyle choices. Recently, she opened up at the 17th Natharaj Awards ceremony about building a vacation home in Japan, admitting she pursued the project purely out of passion—particularly her love for snowboarding. She also revealed details about her long-distance relationship of over two years, saying that while it's challenging, she remains happy overall.

When asked if she secretly built a mansion, she laughed it off, describing it instead as a small, cute cottage. "I built it because I've always loved snowboarding and that lifestyle," she explained. "I've saved money from work, so I decided to invest it there. Honestly, I didn't overthink it—it came from pure passion. Eventually, I'll rent it out so the money can generate returns."

Addressing concerns about Japan's expensive property taxes and the complexities of foreign ownership, she acknowledged that the process required strict adherence to Japanese regulations. "Japan is very strict about everything, and there are quite a few procedural steps," she said. The property will be managed by a professional management company.

Tehy plans to visit the home in the latter part of the year. The construction took approximately three months and is now complete. When asked about rental interest, she confirmed that people have been inquiring and encouraged them to watch for listings on real estate websites. She revealed some notable Thai neighbors, including celebrities Ken Theeradej and Noi Bussakorn, who are her idols.

Responding to suggestions that this represents a major financial investment, she downplayed it: "I'm just someone who works and saves money, then invests in things I feel passionate about. It's not that big of a deal." She emphasized that it's a modest property with a beautiful mountain view, similar to building a home in Thailand.

Regarding her romantic relationship, she confirmed they've been together about two years. "Long-distance relationships aren't easy," she admitted. "Our schedules don't align often, but we're both focused on our individual careers, and that works for us." When asked about the foundation of their relationship, she highlighted trust and mutual support as the cornerstones: "For me, it's about trust and being a source of encouragement for each other."

Deputy Prime Minister Thongsak Tongsri defended PM Anuthtin Charnvirakul against accusations of neglecting duties in the Khao Kradong land dispute on May 18, 2025, responding to Free Thai Party leader Sereepisut Temiyaves' plan to file charges in Buriram Province. Thongsak stated that as a Thai citizen, anyone can travel freely, and as for who occupies Khao Kradong, most residents possess legitimate ownership rights and land titles issued by the government's Land Department, which the Constitution protects. Those challenging these documents must provide evidence to refute them, he argued. When asked if Sereepisut had authority to investigate the matter, Thongsak said he likely wanted clarity. Dismissing the move as merely attention-seeking, Thongsak sarcastically noted "it's just news." When pressed on Sereepisut's threat to petition the Constitutional Court to remove PM Anuthtin, Interior Minister Chayachonk Chidchob, and Digital Economy Minister over alleged neglect of duty and serious ethical misconduct in the Khao Kradong case, Thongsak countered by asking whether the Prime Minister is even a land official—and if not, the matter doesn't concern him.

Bang Khen Police Station deployed traffic control officers at the school gate on the first day of the new academic term, adjusting traffic plans to improve vehicle flow and ensure student and parent safety. At 7:30 AM on May 18, 2026, Deputy Superintendent Anan Worsart, along with Deputy Traffic Division Commander Satit Wongkanha and Traffic Police Officer Thira Lanamwong, mobilized traffic officers from Bang Khen Police Station in coordination with Bang Khen District municipal staff to facilitate traffic at critical points and in front of Thai Niyom Sangsuekkasai School. The objective was to expedite vehicle flow during rush hours and prevent accidents on the first day of school. Traffic procedures were modified to allow parents to drive through school grounds for student drop-off, reducing congestion outside the school entrance and improving overall traffic movement. Traffic officers requested parents' cooperation in safely dropping off and picking up children, asking them to avoid parking in areas that obstruct traffic to ensure the safety of all students and road users.

May 18, 2025 — Danuda Pitchyanan, Secretary-General of the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB), announced that Thailand's economy expanded 2.8% in Q1 2025, accelerating from 2.5% growth in Q4 2024.

The main growth driver was total investment expansion of 9.9%, the highest quarterly rate in 44 quarters since 2015, particularly private sector investment growth of 10.1% focused on machinery, equipment, and vehicle purchases.

Exports accelerated to 17.8% growth worth $95.096 billion, driven by electronics and electrical appliances aligned with global market demand. However, imports surged 33.1%, resulting in Thailand's first trade deficit in 14 quarters.

The tourism sector continued its expansion with total revenue of 759 billion baht, up 3.8%, welcoming 9.317 million foreign visitors.

Agricultural production grew 1.2% from increased yields of durian, mangosteen, and palm oil, but farmers' overall income declined 6.3% due to falling prices for rubber, pork, and rice.

On economic stability, unemployment stands at 0.91%, while public debt as of March 2025 reached 12.68 trillion baht, or 66.38% of GDP.

Pitchyanan projected full-year 2025 GDP growth of 1.5-2.5% with a midpoint of 2.0%, supported by continued consumption and private investment, plus increased government spending. Average inflation is now forecast at 2-3% with a midpoint of 2.5%, revised upward from the previous negative forecast of -0.3% to 0.7%.

"Our GDP projections already factor in the impact of Middle East tensions, including the 400 billion baht borrowing decree aimed at supporting cost of living and energy transition," Pitchyanan said. "While we expect the conflict to end mid-year, oil prices are expected to remain elevated, continuing to pressure inflation and living costs. The government must accelerate measures to protect household finances going forward."

Dr. Jetsadej Bunyavongwiroj, Deputy Director of Primary Care at Maha Rajah Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital, shared crucial information about diabetes on Facebook, highlighting five early warning signs of insulin resistance that appear years before diabetes onset. Diabetes doesn't develop overnight—the body typically goes through an insulin resistance phase for years before blood sugar rises enough to be detected, during which many people still have normal sugar levels and believe their health is fine, even though their insulin is working increasingly harder to keep blood sugar stable. When the pancreas eventually becomes exhausted, blood sugar spikes and diabetes develops, but the insulin resistance phase is the most reversible stage if caught early.

The five warning signs are: 1) Frequent and rapid hunger, especially for sweets, with feeling full quickly fading—this occurs because when the body is insulin resistant, sugar doesn't enter cells efficiently, so the brain feels energy-deprived despite high blood sugar. 2) Difficulty losing belly fat and easy weight gain, particularly around the waist, because insulin directly controls fat storage. 3) Drowsiness after meals and mental fog, especially after carb or sugar-heavy foods, as the body becomes exhausted when insulin surges to pull down elevated blood sugar. 4) Dark patches on the neck, armpits, or skin folds (Acanthosis Nigricans), a sign of chronic high insulin often seen in insulin-resistant people, especially those gaining weight rapidly. 5) Warning-level blood sugar values even before diabetes diagnosis—fasting blood sugar above 100 mg/dL or HbA1c above 5.7% indicates emerging risk.

Crucially, elevated fasting insulin levels (above 10–15 µIU/mL) or a high HOMA-IR score (above 2) also signal insulin resistance, particularly when combined with high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, or waist circumference exceeding 90 cm for men or 80 cm for women. To reduce insulin resistance, start with basics: walk 10–15 minutes after meals to help muscles use glucose, reduce sugary drinks, tea with condensed milk, and refined carbohydrates, ensure 7–9 hours of sleep, reduce waist circumference even without major weight loss, and regularly monitor HbA1c, lipids, and fasting blood sugar if at risk. In summary, insulin resistance typically begins years before diabetes and produces subtle warning signs like belly fat, frequent hunger, drowsiness after eating, and dark skin patches—the earlier intervention starts, the greater the chance of reversal.

Following a train-bus collision at the Asoke-Dindeang railroad crossing that resulted in a massive fire and eight deaths, the Forensic Institute at Police Hospital is urgently working to identify the victims. Most of the bodies were severely damaged by fire, making identification difficult.

At 10:00 AM on May 18, 2025, Police Major General Wirun Suphsingsiripricha, director of the Forensic Institute at Police Hospital, reported that families of seven missing persons have come forward and provided DNA samples—six Thai families and one Myanmar family. One additional family is being contacted to provide samples for comparison.

DNA results from the seven bodies are expected to be available this evening or tomorrow, after which officials will cross-reference the results with the missing persons list reported to Makkasan Police Station to confirm identities before issuing legal documents. The full process is expected to take 1-2 more days, allowing families to claim bodies for religious ceremonies by Wednesday or Thursday.

Regarding two names that were previously circulated as victims, authorities clarified these did not come from the Forensic Institute, as official identification has not yet been confirmed due to severe fire damage. They are awaiting forensic results and confirmation from investigators before releasing names.

This morning, investigators found one additional human tissue fragment, bringing the total to four fragments, which are being tested to match them with the eight known victims. Officials believe these are parts of the eight deceased, not a ninth victim, as the pieces are small—primarily arms and legs.

Identification has been complicated by fire damage to fingerprints and teeth, requiring forensic teams to rely on blood and bone samples for DNA testing and comparison with family DNA samples.

The Forensic Institute is also appealing to one remaining family that suspects a relative may have been lost in the incident to come provide DNA samples. They ask that direct relatives come forward with only a national ID card.