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Actress Denis Grieved! Years of Harassment From Rival Fan, Files Report Hoping to End the Behavior

Actress Denis Kauppinen has filed a police report after enduring nearly three years of harassment from a single person over false romance rumors linking her to actor Nadech Kugimiya, hoping the action will end the targeted abuse.

8 May Khaosod

Denis Jelischa Kauppinen, a rising Thai-American actress known for her role in the film "Tha," has become the target of prolonged harassment through hate comments and has officially filed a report with authorities. She previously discussed rumors linking her romantically to actor Nadech Kugimiya after they worked together. Most recently on May 7th, reporters encountered Denis at a poster shoot for the TV series "THREE MAN DOWN" where she opened up about the situation. "Honestly, there's nothing to the rumors," she explained. "But if I don't defend myself or take action, they won't stop. This has been happening for almost three years now. As actors, we normally receive many comments, but this has been going on for quite a long time and it's even involved my parents. I felt I had to do something to make it stop."

When asked if it's all from one person, Denis confirmed: "Yes, just one person. So I thought that's enough, mom. I also didn't want it to affect him since I respect both of them greatly, and it's an important time for his career." She revealed the harassment started around the time of the first installment of "Tha" nearly three years ago. "Wherever my face appears online, there are comments mentioning him. But mostly they attack me directly, saying things like I won't get work because of my behavior," Denis shared. "Some comments were quite harsh and affected me emotionally. I also didn't want adults to see this kind of content, and there were even curses directed at my parents."

When asked what specifically prompted her to file the report, Denis explained: "People around me started saying, 'Who is this person and why are they following you like this?' I felt I hadn't done anything wrong. I normally don't get involved with anyone. I never expected to have anti-fans like this. They followed me to multiple places, so I felt I had to take action."

Regarding comments about Nadech, Denis stated: "I honestly don't know why they think that. But I've noticed this person does this with other actresses who've worked with him too. Based on some investigation through social media, I have an idea of who they might be—possibly a fan of his. If they were a true fan, they wouldn't behave this way." She revealed she has evidence and noted the person's age is similar to her mother's, which she found disturbing.

When asked if she plans to press charges, Denis said: "Actually, I filed the report just to make them stop. Once I took action, they went quiet and disappeared. I'm not pursuing further legal action because I feel this whole situation is nothing serious—I just want them to stop this behavior and not bother him either. They're quite old already."

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National

LPN Launches Sizzling Promotions! Targeting Bangkok Civil Servants with 18 Projects at BKK Housing Expo – Discounts Up to 2 Million Baht

LPN Development is offering up to 2 million baht in discounts on 18 residential projects at the BKK Housing Expo this weekend, exclusively for Bangkok civil servants seeking affordable housing.

8 May Khaosod

On May 8, 2025, LPN Development Company Limited announced its participation in the BKK Housing Expo, presenting 18 residential projects with special promotions and discounts of up to 2 million baht exclusively for Bangkok civil servants. The company is supporting Bangkok's affordable housing initiative through the BKK Housing Platform, a collaboration between the Bangkok Housing Development Office and the Thai Real Estate Association, which aims to ensure sustainable housing for city residents.

LPN, as a real estate developer focused on creating livable communities, has selected 18 quality projects ranging from 890,000 baht to 3 million baht, including Venue 24 Westgate, Baan Lumpini Townvillas, Lumpini Villas, Lumpini Parks, Place 168, and Lumpini CondoTowns in various Bangkok locations such as Petchkasem, Rangsit, Chaeng Watthana, and Sukhumvit areas.

Beyond the maximum 2 million baht discount, the expo offers additional incentives including free transfer and mortgage registration fees, special interest rates from partner financial institutions, gifts packages worth up to 9 items, and an exclusive Members Get Neighbors referral program offering 5,000 baht rewards. On-site financial advisors will assist government employees in securing home loans tailored to their financial situations.

The BKK Housing Expo runs May 8-9 at the Wesn 2 Sports Complex, Thai-Japan Youth Center, Dindaeng, from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM. For more information, visit www.lpn.co.th, call 02-689-6888, or contact @LPNdev on Line or Facebook.

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Community

Bride Sets Out Two Empty Chairs at Wedding Ceremony, Guests in Tears After Learning Why

A Vietnamese bride from Dong Nai province touched the hearts of wedding guests by placing two empty chairs at her ceremony to honor her parents, who passed away in 2021 and 2023 respectively. Joanna Vee, the youngest of three siblings, created this symbolic tribute with flowers and heartfelt messages to include her late parents in her special day. Supported by her siblings and husband, she transformed her grief into a meaningful gesture that reminded everyone that her parents remain an integral part of life's important moments.

8 May Khaosod

On the most important day of her life, Joanna Vee, a bride from Dong Nai Province in Vietnam, moved wedding guests to tears when she decided to place two empty chairs in the middle of her wedding ceremony to honor her most beloved family members.

Her wedding took place on April 26th. In the midst of celebration, Joanna Vee chose to set up two chairs, complete with flower arrangements and heartfelt messages, to let her late "mother and father" know that their youngest daughter was beginning a new chapter of her life.

She shared that she was the youngest of three siblings, raised surrounded by family love and warmth. But life changed when her father passed away from illness in 2021, and two years later, her mother followed, after being grief-stricken over losing her husband. When speaking about that period, she could barely hold back her tears. She recalled that her father passed away suddenly, while her mother embraced her before passing and said her goodbyes. Those memories remain as scars on her heart to this day.

Although she lost her pillars of support, she still has an older brother caring for her and an older sister who always worries about her. She has also received encouragement from her husband, whom she has been dating since 2020 and whom her family had known and supported all along.

Before the big day, she admitted to crying many times thinking about her parents. But with the support from her groom and relatives, she was able to overcome her sadness and transform it into positive energy to create this special space.

On her wedding day, tears streaming down her face, she said: "I wanted my parents to still be part of every important moment in my life, even if only through my memories of them."

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National

Experienced Coach Withdraws from Pro License Course Over Inability to Pay 500,000 Baht Lump Sum

Renowned coach Samchai Chuaybuunchum has withdrawn from the AFC Pro License coaching program after the Thai Football Association refused to accept installment payments for the 500,000 baht fee. The 72-year-old coach cited the financial risk of paying the full amount upfront for a one-year course with no guarantee of completion. His withdrawal highlights a dispute over payment terms that has also affected other selected coaches.

8 May Khaosod

Samchai Chuaybuunchum, head coach of Lamduanpleung Sisaket United, has withdrawn from the AFC Pro License coaching course after the Thai Football Association set a non-negotiable lump sum fee of 500,000 baht. The Football Association of Thailand announced 18 coaches selected for the fourth AFC Pro License course, but both Chuaybuunchum and Janthaphen Srisoem, a former Thai national women's footballer, were excluded due to late payment. Although Lamduanpleung Sisaket United offered to pay the fee upfront, Chuaybuunchum decided against participating because the association insisted on a single payment of 500,000 baht despite his attempts to negotiate installments. He explained that the one-year training program carries significant risk—if he cannot complete the course for any reason, the entire fee would be forfeited. At 72 years old, he argued, the financial risk is substantial and unpredictable. He therefore advocated for installment payments or at least splitting the cost in half. With extensive experience coaching Thai League teams and having previously led Thailand's U-19 national team to the Asian Championship in 2011 before reaching the continental final, Chuaybuunchum believes that Thailand's football league should provide opportunities for A-licensed coaches to gain experience, noting that such qualified coaches are plentiful in the country.

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Police

Manchester United 3-2 Liverpool Ends But the Drama Continues—'Nicky' Files Police Report Against Keyboard Warriors Who Insulted His Parents, Suspect Identified

TV personality Nicky filed a police report against an online commenter who insulted his parents during a Manchester United–Liverpool broadcast, after the suspect crossed the line from criticizing his commentary to attacking his family.

8 May Khaosod

On May 8, 2025, prominent television personality Natchart Jantapun (Nicky) filed a police report at the Technology Crime Investigation Bureau in Thonburi, accompanied by his lawyer Colonel Dr. Thanakrit Chitrareeriyaratana. The complaint targets an individual who posted defamatory messages during the Manchester United versus Liverpool match broadcast, when Nicky was attending the game at Old Trafford supporting Manchester United, which won 3-2.

Nicky explained that while he accepts criticism about his commentary—such as being called a loudmouth or other football-related insults—he cannot tolerate someone attacking his parents. He revealed that the individual insulted his mother's appearance and made degrading comments about his father, saying things like "Your mother's face looks like a heel" and "Your father is garbage, when will he get out of jail." Nicky acknowledged that his father had previously served time in prison, but emphasized this should not be used as a basis for public insults.

The actor noted that despite being criticized extensively on social media throughout his career, this is the first time he is filing a police complaint. He stated he is only pursuing this one case because the person crossed a line by attacking his family. Nicky also revealed that he posted on Facebook offering a 2,000 baht reward for information identifying the suspect, and has since learned the person is a real individual, approximately 30 years old. He expressed a desire to meet the accused and see what kind of mother the person has, given that the individual felt comfortable insulting his own mother.

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National

Senate Election Dispute Case Reaches Election Commission; Secretary-General Confirms Results 100% Complete, Accelerating Review of 2,000 Complaints

Election Commission confirms all 5/18 House election results are verified and posted, while accelerating review of over 2,000 complaints from recent elections with a major Senate dispute case taking priority.

8 May Khaosod

On May 8, 2025, at Centara Life Chaeng Wattana Service Center, Sawang Boonmee, Secretary-General of the Election Commission (EC), gave an interview on the progress of House election results completion. He confirmed that the 5/18 House election results have been verified by provincial authorities and fully posted on the website.

Regarding the review of House election complaints, Sawang stated that all matters are being expedited. Over the past two years, elections have been held at all levels—Senate, local government, and House elections—generating over 2,000 complaints. The most urgent matter is one major Senate election dispute case, while other cases will follow specified timeframes: qualification issues within 60 days, vote recounts within 90 days after results announcement, and general complaints within one year. The EC will determine which cases to prioritize while ensuring no deadlines are exceeded.

When asked about complaints from Chiang Rai and Surat Thani provinces where law enforcement arrests were made, Sawang stated that investigations are ongoing with the EC office accelerating the process. Regarding the Senate election dispute case progress, Sawang noted that the EC office submitted all documents to the Election Commission in late April. The outcome now depends on the Commission's review timeline, with updates to be reported periodically if there is progress.

On the matter of election ballots with QR codes and barcodes being heard in the Constitutional Court, Sawang reported that five witnesses have been named. Witness statements are still pending within the 15-day deadline, and no court documents have been received yet. The office has asked witnesses whether they need to provide additional clarifications.

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National

Pimpicha, Thai National Volleyball Star, Confirms Move to American League Next Season

Thai volleyball superstar Pimpicha Kokram has confirmed she will join an American league team next season, though team details remain undisclosed. The move comes after two successful seasons in Europe where she won a German league championship and became the second Thai player to win a European league title. Pimpicha hopes to bring her international experience back to strengthen Thailand's national team and create new milestones for Thai players in the United States.

8 May Khaosod

Thai national volleyball star Pimpicha Kokram has confirmed that she will definitely be moving to the American volleyball league next season, though she cannot disclose her team's name at this time. Pimpicha has completed two seasons playing in European leagues and became the first Thai volleyball player to win a German league championship and the second to capture a European league title, following Sara Nusra Tomkham, an elite setter who won the Turkish volleyball league championship with Fenerbahçe in 2016/17. Multiple clubs have contacted her, including her former team which wanted her to stay, but she decided to pursue a new challenge to develop herself further. While keeping the team name confidential for now, Pimpicha explained that her experience in Europe taught her about fast-paced volleyball, aggressive play, and strong blocking systems, particularly from facing top Italian teams in the CEV Cup and Champions League—valuable lessons she hopes to bring back to benefit Thailand's national team. She also mentioned consulting with Pom Pornpan Kaeitprachya, who previously had experience in the American league, and aims to "make history" for Thai spikers on the American volleyball stage as well.

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National

CKPower Successfully Places Green Bond Offering with Subscriptions Over Double Target

CKPower successfully placed 5 billion baht in green bonds with subscriptions exceeding double the target, with proceeds funding the Luang Prabang hydroelectric project in Laos.

8 May Khaosod

Thanawat Treewisavet, Managing Director of CK Power Public Company Limited (CKP), one of the region's largest renewable energy producers with one of the lowest carbon footprints, announced that from April 27-29, CKPower successfully placed three tranches of green debentures totaling 5 billion baht. The offering was oversubscribed by more than double, reflecting investor confidence in the company's business fundamentals and growth trajectory amid global economic uncertainty.

"CKPower thanks all investors for their trust and confidence in our green bonds and operations, as well as the lead arrangers—Krung Thai Bank Public Company Limited, CIMB Thai Bank Public Company Limited, Siam Commercial Bank Public Company Limited, and Kiatnakin Phatra Securities Public Company Limited—who played a crucial role in the successful placement," Thanawat said. The outcome demonstrates strong confidence in the company's solid business foundation and its renewable energy strategy focused on energy security and sustainable growth.

The debentures received an "A-" credit rating from Tris Rating with a stable outlook, equivalent to the company's corporate credit rating. They were classified as green debentures in compliance with the Green Bond Principles 2021, Green Loan Principles 2025, and Thailand Taxonomy 2023, and underwent independent external review by DNV, reflecting international best practices in transparent and verifiable capital raising.

The three tranches consist of: - 4-year maturity: 2.5 billion baht at 3.89% annual interest - 7-year maturity: 1 billion baht at 3.46% annual interest, with early redemption rights - 10-year maturity: 1.5 billion baht at 3.75% annual interest, with early redemption rights

Proceeds will fund the Luang Prabang hydroelectric project in Laos, currently under construction, strengthening Thailand's energy stability and supporting the global renewable energy transition. This successful placement reinforces CKPower's role as a green bond issuer linking capital raising to environmentally friendly energy projects.

Thanawat noted that for the five-year plan (2025-2029), CKPower aims to expand capacity through solar projects via private PPAs and government bidding processes, alongside renewable energy certificate (REC) sales. The Luang Prabang hydroelectric project is 65% complete by end-2024 and is expected to achieve commercial operation by 2029. CKPower remains committed to supporting innovation and development of energy efficiency solutions.

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National

Trinity Reports Shareholders Approve All Resolutions, Updates on MORE Lawsuit with Positive Trajectory

Trinity's shareholders unanimously approved all resolutions at the company's annual meeting, with the firm optimistic about resolving a major shareholder dispute after winning its civil court case.

8 May Khaosod

Wisit Ongpipattanakul, chairman of Trinity Watthana Public Company Limited (TNITY), announced following the company's 24th ordinary shareholders' meeting on April 30, 2025, that all resolutions were unanimously approved. The meeting, attended by CEO Weeraphattana Petchakup and the full board of directors, passed motions to forego legal reserves and dividend payments due to 2024 operational losses stemming from the MORE shareholder dispute case. Trinity emerged victorious in the civil court proceedings, with the defendant currently pursuing an appeal. The company expects to receive full repayment of the disputed amount. Despite these challenges, Trinity thanked shareholders and investors for their continued confidence as the company celebrated its 25th anniversary on April 27, 2025. The company reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable growth and pledged to continue serving as a capital intermediary while delivering strong returns to clients and shareholders.

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National

Thai PM Emphasizes ASEAN Cooperation at Summit, Strengthens Energy, Food, and Security Commitment

Thai Prime Minister Anuthon Chanyaweerchul attended the 48th ASEAN Summit in the Philippines, emphasizing the bloc's unity and cooperation in addressing global challenges. The PM highlighted three key priorities: strengthening energy security through regional grid cooperation, ensuring food security amid rising costs, and maintaining maritime stability to protect critical supply routes.

8 May Khaosod

Prime Minister Anuthon Chanyaweerchul participated in the opening ceremony of the 48th ASEAN Summit on May 8, 2026, at the Mactan Expo center in the Philippines, alongside other ASEAN member leaders. At the full plenary session, the PM delivered Thailand's position statement, emphasizing the country's commitment to working collaboratively with all ASEAN members to maintain the region as a pillar of peace, stability, and prosperity.

The PM noted that this was the second ASEAN Summit he has attended as Thailand's premier, occurring during a period of significant global uncertainty. Despite ASEAN's history of navigating multiple crises and emerging stronger, the bloc faces renewed challenges. The summit theme, "Navigating Our Future, Together," reflects the need for collective action and unity in facing change.

The PM highlighted three priority areas: Energy Security—addressing supply chain vulnerabilities and maritime security threats by accelerating the ASEAN Power Grid, utilizing the ASEAN Petroleum Security Agreement, and increasing renewable energy investments in solar and biofuels; Food Security—a concern raised by all ASEAN leaders—requiring expanded cooperation beyond existing frameworks like the Thailand-Singapore rice trade agreement to cope with rising energy and fertilizer costs; and broader Regional Security—emphasizing the need for ASEAN unity, adaptability, and forward-looking cooperation to address regional tensions and their economic impacts.

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National

Michael Carrick's Future as Manchester United Manager Remains Uncertain – Says It's Beyond His Control

Interim Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says his future at the club remains uncertain and beyond his control, despite steering the team back to Champions League qualification with an impressive 10 wins in 14 league matches.

8 May Khaosod

Michael Carrick, interim manager of Manchester United, acknowledges that his future with the club is not entirely in his hands, despite successfully guiding the team back to UEFA Champions League football. Carrick was appointed as interim manager until the end of the season following Rúben Amorim's dismissal on January 6, and has since compiled a record of 10 wins in 14 league matches. His impressive performance has made the 44-year-old a leading candidate for the permanent managerial position at Manchester United, though he confirms there has been no progress regarding his future at Old Trafford. "Clarity is important—my situation, my role, and what happens next—nothing has changed," he said. "It's been just a few days since we achieved our goal of finishing the season strongly. I understand the questions and the timing. From my perspective right now, it's about keeping the players in a state of readiness to finish the season well." "As I've said all along, I'm at peace with it. It will sort itself out when the time comes. It's beyond my control."

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