The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is moving forward with the "Chiang Mai Prototype" project to elevate Chiang Mai province's tourism products and services to international sustainability standards. Ms. Aoblaph Sripirom, Director of Tourism Products at TAT, explained that the "Designing Sustainable Tourism Routes in Chiang Mai" activity will gather input and foster collaboration among partner networks representing all 18 districts of the province.

TAT aims to drive Thailand's tourism industry toward Sustainable Tourism Goals (STGs) to enhance the nation's competitiveness as a sustainable destination across social, economic, cultural, and environmental dimensions. The organization is developing sustainable tourism products and services in pilot areas through a Sustainable Product Prototype process while strengthening the capacity and quality of supply chain businesses to meet national and international sustainability standards.

Chiang Mai was selected as the sustainability prototype area due to its diverse tourism resources, distinctive northern Thai cultural identity, comprehensive infrastructure, and smart city development aspirations. The province is also recognized by UNESCO as a Creative City for crafts and folk arts. TAT is partnering with networks including the STGs STAR (Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating), Thailand Tourism Awards, and CF-Hotels (Carbon Footprint Hotels) to develop sustainable tourism routes and establish Chiang Mai as Thailand's new green destination.

The "Designing Sustainable Tourism Routes in Chiang Mai" activity brought together 68 representatives from all 18 districts—including Muang, Samoeng, Sankamphaeng, Santhitham, Mae On, Kalyanavatana, Doi Saket, Saraphi, Omkoi, Mae Chaem, Chaiyaphrakan, Wiang Haeng, Chiang Dao, Chom Thong, Mae Rim, Mae Ai, Mae Wang, and Mae Taeng—along with relevant government agencies. Participants brainstormed and presented sustainable tourism products and services based on principles of self-care, environmental stewardship, and community benefit. Selection criteria included sales readiness, connectivity to major attractions, and offerings that reflect local identity, lifestyle, culture, and wisdom while creating meaningful tourist experiences with positive impacts on communities and the environment.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul received a flu vaccination on May 12, 2569 (2026) at 9:45 AM at Government House before a cabinet meeting, as Health Minister Patana Prommapetch and Ministry of Public Health officials presented the government's public health policy initiatives.

During the exhibition on communicable disease prevention, the Prime Minister was vaccinated and visited booths featuring the PCV pneumococcal vaccine program (described as 'Protecting lungs, ensuring children's health'), the 'Doctor Ready Super App' digital health platform, and demonstrations of hepatitis B and C screening tests.

The government announced that PCV pneumococcal vaccine has been added to the national health insurance benefit package (gold card) for all Thai children following the National Health Security Office's (NHSO) announcement in the Royal Gazette on April 30, 2569. PCV will be provided as a public health benefit to prevent serious diseases including pneumonia and meningitis.

The Disease Control Department is coordinating vaccine distribution with relevant agencies. The NHSO is currently procuring vaccines while the Ministry of Public Health prepares healthcare facilities nationwide, including cold chain logistics, staff training, and target population lists, to launch PCV vaccination services nationwide by late 2569.

The Health Ministry's public health policy promotion campaign focuses on three key objectives: upgrading national vaccination standards by integrating PCV into the national immunization program; advancing concrete progress toward eliminating hepatitis B and C; and developing Thailand's digital health system through the 'Doctor Ready Super App' to create seamless healthcare service integration.

Hia Tee TD99, also known as Sarasak Saetang, a prominent boxing camp owner and expert, has hinted at stepping away from the boxing industry, saying that the environment is no longer suitable for him. Previously, Hia Tee TD99 was required to appear in court as a co-defendant alongside three others in a case involving the assault of a person with a disability. Most recently, he posted a message through his personal Facebook page under the name Sarasak Saetang, stating, 'I'm turning over all my boxing operations to Phi Sommai because this place just isn't right for me.' This post has prompted many boxing fans to comment on whether Hia Tee is planning to exit the industry.

A 54-year-old man, known as Ruen or Mai (surname withheld), has been arrested for the sexual assault of a 70-year-old woman in Huai Yot District, Trang Province. Police executed arrest warrant No. 186/2569 issued on April 16, 2025, charging him with rape and indecent assault against a vulnerable person using force.

The assault occurred in March when the suspect knocked on the victim's door posing as a used goods buyer. After gaining her trust through conversation, he requested to use the bathroom. Once inside and realizing the victim was alone, he sexually assaulted her before fleeing.

The victim's family later reported the incident to Huai Yot Police Station. Following investigation, police identified the suspect and obtained a court arrest warrant. The suspect was found hiding in the area and apprehended on May 12.

During interrogation, the suspect confessed, claiming he lost control after seeing the elderly victim alone at home. He has been transferred to Huai Yot Police Station for further legal proceedings.

A 35-year-old Ethiopian woman created a sensation after naturally giving birth to quintuplets following 12 years of attempting to have children. With tears streaming down her face, she expressed: "I only asked for one child, but God gave me five."

Bedriaya Adam from Harari State, Ethiopia, delivered five babies—four boys and one girl—at Hiwot Fana Specialized Hospital amid joy from her family and community. Doctors confirmed all five newborns are healthy, with birth weights ranging from 1.3 to 1.4 kilograms, and remain under close medical supervision.

Dr. Mohamed Noor Abdullahi, the hospital's medical director, revealed that this pregnancy occurred naturally without fertility treatments or IVF, services the hospital does not offer. Naturally conceiving quintuplets is extremely rare, with odds of approximately 1 in 55 million.

Medical staff explained that the mother received continuous prenatal care and was informed in advance of carrying multiple babies before undergoing a successful cesarean delivery. Bedriaya recounted that doctors initially informed her of four babies, but when she delivered, there was a fifth—shocking and delighting her beyond words.

She reflected on the difficult years preceding this miracle, facing sadness, stress, and questions from those around her about her childlessness. Her husband had a child from a previous marriage and often reassured her it was enough, but she harbored deep longing for her own child. She spent 12 years in prayer, eventually feeling her pleas were answered.

Although currently a small-scale farmer worried about expenses raising five children, she believes her community and the government will provide support.

A group of intruders break into the home of Viman (Pleum Thayasatorn) in the middle of the night without warning. Sida (Noon Daran), who happens to witness the incident, tries to intervene to protect the valuables in the house but ends up being attacked by the gang.

Episode 22 airs Tuesday, May 12, 2025 at 7 PM on Channel One 31 Intruders Break Into Viman's Home A group of intruders forcefully enters the home of Viman (Pleum Thayasatorn) late at night without warning. Sida (Noon Daran), who accidentally witnesses the event, attempts to stop them to protect valuables in the house, but Sida is attacked by the gang.

Episode 23 airs Wednesday, May 13, 2025 at 7 PM on Channel One 31 The Truth Is Revealed!! Sida (Noon Daran) and Saraphi (Nart Aniporn) are discussing the dowry arrangement between Viman (Pleum Thayasatorn) and Lomta (Ploy Ploypailin), but everyone is startled when Pai (Yaimai Chinaradee) suddenly appears with some shocking truths about to be exposed.

Episode 24 airs Thursday, May 14, 2025 at 7 PM on Channel One 31 Viman Becomes Jealous Over Pai When Viman (Pleum Thayasatorn) sees his close friend Dr. Sin (Chris Sakrisd) being unusually affectionate with Pai (Yaimai Chinaradee) beyond what mere acquaintances would do, Viman becomes consumed with jealousy and anger.