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Boyfriend arrested over killing of woman in condo in Nonthaburi

A man has been arrested in Chiang Mai for allegedly murdering his girlfriend, whose body was found in a Nonthaburi condominium on May 2, with police tracking him after surveillance showed him fleeing northward.

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NONTHABURI — May 3, 2026 — Police have arrested a boyfriend suspected of murdering his girlfriend, whose body was found in a ransacked condominium room in Nonthaburi province.

The victim, identified as Panitsuda Hattadol, 25, an online vendor, was discovered at approximately 19:00 on May 2 in an eighth-storey condominium building. Her body was found beside a bed in a fourth-floor room, with two pillows placed over her head. The room showed clear signs of a struggle, with belongings scattered throughout.

Investigators discovered a diary belonging to her boyfriend, Nittirun Laosuksantisawong, 33, also an online seller, in which he claimed someone was planning to harm him and asked that his cat and property be looked after.

Police in Bang Bua Thong district reported on May 3 that initial forensic findings indicate the death was a homicide. Nittirun, who disappeared following the incident, was identified as the primary suspect. He had left the residence on the evening of April 30 and could not be contacted.

Officers gathered evidence and obtained a court warrant for his arrest on a charge of intentional murder. Surveillance footage showed the suspect fleeing the area, first abandoning a red Mazda 2 with Bangkok license plates in Suphan Buri province before continuing northward by bus.

He was later arrested at Choktawee Smile Hotel, room 515, in the Nong Pa Khrang area of Muang district in Chiang Mai, under a warrant issued by the Nonthaburi Provincial Court (No. 622/2569).

Police believe the suspect fled northward following the killing. Investigators from Provincial Police Region 1 coordinated with Region 5 officers to make the arrest.

Meanwhile, the victim's body has been released to her family. Her mother, Mukda Suksamer, 59, has taken the body to Yasothon province for religious rites.

Authorities said officers from Bang Bua Thong police station are travelling to Chiang Mai to bring the suspect back for further legal proceedings.

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Police

Police Reveal Cause of Samut Prakan Helicopter Crash; Two Pilots Slightly Injured—Aircraft New, Operational for Only 2 Years

A two-seat helicopter experienced engine failure during takeoff near Bangkok and crash-landed in Samut Prakan on May 3, with both the pilot and captain escaping with minor injuries. The relatively new aircraft caught fire upon impact but wa

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At 9:10 a.m. on May 3, 2026, the Samut Prakan Rescue Center received a report of a helicopter crash near Soi Bang Mek Khao on Old Sukhumvit Road in Muang District, Samut Prakan Province. Emergency responders, including ambulances, rescue teams, fire trucks, and Muang Samut Prakan Police Station personnel, rushed to the scene.

The crash site was located deep within dense vegetation next to an industrial facility. Firefighters had to wade through the brush to deploy hoses and extinguish flames engulfing the engine. No sign of the pilots or passengers was initially found at the scene. It took approximately 30 minutes to control the fire, after which authorities cordoned off the area for further investigation.

The aircraft was identified as a small two-seat Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopter. According to reports, both the pilot and captain sustained only minor injuries.

Local residents stated they did not witness the crash and only learned of it after the helicopter had already come down. The helicopter is believed to belong to a private individual with a landing pad behind a nearby industrial building within the same soi.

Police Captain Jakkrit Sirorjanakarun, commander of Muang Samut Prakan Police Station, reported that at around 8:30 a.m., they received notice of the helicopter crash in Soi Bang Mek Khao. Initial investigation revealed the aircraft was a small two-seat helicopter owned and piloted by an industrial facility owner, with a captain as passenger—two occupants total.

The pair were en route from one factory to another in Chon Buri when, shortly after takeoff at approximately 10 meters altitude, the aircraft experienced a technical malfunction. The pilot managed to guide the helicopter down, landing roughly 30 meters from the takeoff point. Upon touchdown, the rotor blades struck dry grass, igniting a fire on the aircraft.

Both occupants safely evacuated the helicopter with no serious injuries, bearing only minor mud and algae stains. Preliminary investigation suggests the engine lacked sufficient power, forcing the pilot to execute an emergency landing. The helicopter was relatively new, having been in operation for only two years, and held proper flight authorization documentation.

Narak Hunaratana, Deputy District Officer of Muang Samut Prakan, noted that the crash site was primarily industrial property located far from residential areas, resulting in no impact to nearby residents.

Authorities have coordinated with the Evidence Analysis Unit to conduct detailed on-site investigation and with local administrative organizations to assess damage and continue the inquiry.

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National

Wife Sues Husband's Mistress, Catches Them Red-Handed with Suspicious Underwear Smell; Hires Private Investigator to Prove the Truth

A Thai wife hired private investigators after noticing an unusual smell on her husband's underwear, suspecting infidelity. The investigation team conducted undercover operations and gathered evidence confirming the husband's affair, which will now be used in a lawsuit against the mistress. The case highlights an unconventional investigative approach based on intimate knowledge of the suspect's personal hygiene.

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On May 3, 2025, attorney Hongsa Hatthaya Anteng disclosed details of a case involving a wife suing her husband's mistress, with evidence including the husband's underwear that had an unusual smell. The private investigation team leader recounted how a female client contacted them in early January seeking to hire investigators to gather evidence for an infidelity lawsuit. When questioned about her suspicions, the client explained that she knows her husband's scent very well after years of living together, but recently his underwear smelled different. The investigator initially thought this was insufficient evidence, so he asked for the client to provide clothing samples—both the old and new underwear—for verification. The investigator and team members conducted smell tests to compare the differences between the old and new scents. After confirming the smell discrepancy, they advised the client that evidence of scent alone would be insufficient for a lawsuit, so they launched a full investigation. The team conducted undercover operations, disguising themselves as garbage collectors, fruit vendors, and truck drivers to gather intelligence in the areas frequented by both the husband and his alleged mistress. Through their investigations, they confirmed the husband was indeed having an affair, with witness testimony and additional evidence that was kept confidential. All findings were forwarded to the legal team for court proceedings.

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Breaking

Tragic: 51-Year-Old Man Struck and Killed by Lightning While Fertilizing Field During Thunderstorm

A 51-year-old man was fatally struck by lightning while fertilizing a field during a thunderstorm in Nakhon Ratchasima Province on May 3, marking the area's first such incident.

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A 51-year-old worker died after being struck by lightning while fertilizing a field during a thunderstorm on May 3, 2025. Panya Leelakanchanakul, manager of the Sawaeng Witthachathammathan Pak Chong emergency rescue unit in Nakhon Ratchasima Province, reported that they received an alert about a worker struck by lightning in a local field in Pak Chong Subdistrict—an incident that had never occurred in the area before. Rescue units were immediately dispatched along with volunteer staff to assist police officers from Pak Chong Station.

At the scene, a community vegetable field where rain was still falling intermittently, rescuers found 51-year-old Paiwan (surname withheld) unconscious on the ground. He was immediately transported to Pak Chong Nana Hospital but died shortly thereafter.

According to Deputy Sergeant Major Kratchit Pinit, deputy investigator at Pak Chong Station, preliminary information indicated that Paiwan was assisting with fertilizing work on a family relative's field where he was employed, working alongside one colleague. When rain and thunder began, both workers ran for shelter, and a lightning strike caused Paiwan to collapse. His coworker alerted their supervisor and called for help. The official cause of death is pending medical examination results. Authorities are using this as a cautionary reminder that during the current rainy season with thunderstorms and lightning, residents should avoid outdoor areas and standing under trees for protection against severe weather.

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National

Summer Crisis: Kidney Stone Cases Surge; Doctors Warn Office Workers Are Primary Risk Group

Kidney stone cases are surging during summer, with office workers facing the highest risk due to low water intake in air-conditioned environments. Doctors warn that dehydration concentrates urine and allows stone-forming substances to cryst

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Summer Crisis: Kidney Stone Cases Surge; Doctors Warn Office Workers Are Primary Risk Group

Compiled by Soha Online News Team May 3, 2025

According to international reports, intense summer heat is driving a continuous rise in kidney stone cases, particularly among office workers who are becoming the primary victims of this disease.

The warning comes from Dr. Tran Cong The Luong, a urologist at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital at Hanoi National University. He identifies low water consumption as a key factor accelerating kidney stone formation. Office workers in air-conditioned environments often don't feel thirsty, leading to insufficient fluid intake and rapid stone development.

Recently, a 33-year-old office worker required emergency treatment for severe lower back pain. Despite working in a cool, air-conditioned environment, months of consistently low water intake allowed large kidney stones to accumulate in his body undetected. This case serves as an important warning for those neglecting urinary tract health during hot weather.

Doctors explain that summer significantly increases kidney stone risk because the body loses water through perspiration to regulate temperature. As body water decreases, urine becomes more concentrated, causing substances like calcium, oxalate, and uric acid to reach high levels and crystallize into stones more easily.

Office workers are particularly vulnerable since they stay indoors with air conditioning all day, rarely sweat, and don't feel thirsty. Doctors emphasize that even in air-conditioned rooms, the body continuously loses water silently. Waiting to feel thirsty before drinking is a serious misconception, as by then the body may already be dehydrated, forcing the kidneys to work harder.

Beyond low water intake, summer consumption habits are another critical factor. Sugary soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and excessive red meat and salty foods all increase the concentration of stone-forming substances in urine.

In early stages, kidney stones often show no clear symptoms until a stone shifts and blocks the urinary tract, causing severe cramping, burning urination, or hematuria. However, many people mistakenly attribute these symptoms to fatigue from hot weather, delaying treatment and risking serious complications like kidney failure or infection.

To prevent this disease, doctors recommend adequate water intake as the simplest and most effective kidney care method. Drink more than 2.5 liters daily, distributed throughout the day to keep urine dilute.

Office workers should keep a water bottle nearby and set reminders to drink every 30 minutes.

Additionally, modify eating habits by reducing salt intake and avoiding sugary and alcoholic beverages.

If you experience chronic back pain or urinary abnormalities, seek prompt diagnosis. Modern endoscopic technology now allows doctors to treat kidney stones efficiently, with faster patient recovery and reduced long-term complication risks.

Source: SOHA

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National

Suan Dusit Poll Reveals April 2026 Thai Political Index: Anutin Stands Out Among Government Politicians, Abhisit Among Opposition

A monthly political survey shows Thailand's government confidence declining to 3.79 points in April, with opposition rated higher at 4.31 points, as the public demands urgent solutions to rising costs of living and economic hardship.

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On May 3, 2026, Suan Dusit Poll at Suan Dusit University surveyed 2,214 respondents nationwide between April 27-30 regarding the "April 2026 Thai Political Index." The overall political index score averaged 3.79 points, down from March's 3.89 points.

The opposition's performance received the highest rating at 4.31 points, while addressing drug trafficking and influential figures scored the lowest at 3.22 points.

Among government politicians, Anutin Charnvirakul emerged as most prominent at 39.07 percent, followed by Yossakorn Wongsuwan at 28.22 percent. Opposition standouts were Abhisit Vejjajiva at 27.82 percent and Ratchanok Srinork at 23.25 percent.

When asked what they wanted to tell the government, 49.82 percent called for solving cost-of-living issues and reducing financial burdens. For the opposition, 44.37 percent requested investigating government corruption and budget misuse.

Dr. Pornprom Buathong, Suan Dusit Poll director, noted that declining index scores across all measures indicate public concern extends beyond single issues to overall governance, economy, and quality of life. The public perceives insufficient tangible results, particularly on economic and cost-of-living fronts.

Assoc. Prof. Kannika Satheansathien, assistant dean for international affairs at Suan Dusit University's Law and Politics School, explained that public confidence in government performance has steadily declined over two months. External factors, particularly Middle East tensions affecting energy prices and consequently electricity, fuel, and commodity costs, significantly impact public perception. As wages and income haven't increased proportionally, dissatisfaction has shifted from blaming external factors to questioning government effectiveness in mitigating impacts. This crisis serves as a "test" of government capability—in price control, policy implementation, and proactive measures. Delayed, unclear, or non-transparent responses reinforce existing concerns about economic management, governance, and corruption. The Middle East crisis thus widens the "expectation gap" between state and citizens, reducing confidence across multiple dimensions. Current Thai political confidence ultimately depends on government's ability to convert external crisis into opportunities for efficient and accountable domestic management to restore public trust.

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National

Great Warinthorn Reveals Who the Girl Next to Him Is After Social Media Speculation About Announcing a Girlfriend

Actor Great Warinthorn clarified that a mysterious girl in his social media post was actress Charlette Wasita Hameneao, not a new girlfriend as fans had speculated. He posted to congratulate her on completing her graduation project, playfully teasing her mother about her costume's short skirt. The post sparked positive reactions from fans praising the young actress's rapid professional growth.

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A sweet moment and congratulatory post! Great Warinthorn has cleared up the mystery of who the girl beside him is, after social media erupted in speculation about whether the young actor was introducing his girlfriend. After young actor Great Warinthorn posted a photo on his story with a girl by his side saying "she likes this genre of music" and covering the girl's face with an emoji, social media users were left wondering if he was announcing a new girlfriend. Today (May 3, 2026), Great Warinthorn posted his own clarification revealing that the girl in the student uniform is none other than actress Charlette Wasita Hameneao.

The actor congratulated Charlette on her graduation project, jokingly calling out her mother about the short skirt while expressing how impressed he is with her growth and happy to be part of the project. In his post, he wrote: "Congratulations to Miss Wasita Hameneao on your graduation project!! @charlettewasiiita Mom! Check out that skirt @mayocharlie__mama Sometimes I feel like she's grown up so fast! Happy to be part of this project. I wanted to come watch it myself yesterday and maybe snag some credits. Hope she gets to do the work she loves. Always supporting you, sis!"

Comments flooded in with praise for Charlette's rapid growth and talent, while people teased Great about how he posted the story to create buzz. Comments included "She's so pretty," "How did you post this story to make social media freak out," and congratulations to @charlettewasiiita, with people noting how much she's grown since appearing in Six Sense until now.

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Breaking

Philippines Evacuates Thousands as Mayon Volcano Erupts with Ash and Smoke

The Philippines has evacuated thousands of people as Mayon Volcano erupted on May 3, spewing ash and smoke across the region south of Manila. Authorities have established a 6-kilometer danger zone and issued a Level 3 volcanic alert, with nearly 1,500 families currently sheltering in evacuation centers. Heavy ashfall has disrupted traffic in several towns across Albay province.

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On May 3, Philippine authorities rushed to evacuate thousands of residents from areas south of Manila after Mayon Volcano, a 2,462-meter conical peak, erupted with ash and dense black smoke blanketing a wide region. Officials advised residents to avoid a 6-kilometer radius around the volcano, while the volcanology institute issued a Level 3 alert on its five-point scale, warning of dangers from landslides and lava flows.

The volcanology institute reported that Mayon Volcano is displaying strombolian activity—a moderate-level eruption characterized by repeated bursts of viscous lava, gas, and volcanic rock fragments. Nearly 1,500 families have been relocated to temporary evacuation centers, according to the Department of Social Welfare and Development. Heavy volcanic ash has covered several towns in Albay province in the Bicol region of southeastern Luzon, causing severe traffic disruptions, the Philippine Daily Inquirer reported.

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National

Another Couple Calls It Quits: On Duangprom Announces Separation from Ex-Husband Tam Vichiya via Social Media

On Duangprom announced her separation from actor Tam Vichiya Charulin via social media, stating the split was mutual and removing all photos of her ex-husband from Instagram.

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Another Couple Calls It Quits: On Duangprom Announces Separation from Ex-Husband Tam Vichiya via Social Media, with All Photos of Her Ex Removed from Instagram. The news surprised many when On Duangprom, wife of young actor Tam Vichiya Charulin, publicly announced through her social media that she has now separated from her ex-husband. On stated: "I want to inform everyone that I have separated from Tam (my ex-husband) for quite some time now. This was a mutual decision made with understanding, and we are each moving forward with our own lives. I want to thank all my friends and loved ones who have stood by me and given me encouragement throughout this time. I truly appreciate you." Notably, numerous friends have come to offer their support, and from On's Instagram account, all photos of her ex-husband have been completely deleted.

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National

Who Would Have Thought? Zebra Escapes City Center, But It's Actually a Painted Donkey—Owner Was Just Filming a Joke Video

A painted donkey dressed as a zebra sparked a false alarm in Yerevan, Armenia after its owner took it onto city streets for a joke video, prompting police response before zoo officials revealed the harmless prank.

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A bizarre incident unfolded in Yerevan, Armenia when reports came in that a zebra had escaped from the zoo and was wandering down Mesropyan Street, causing considerable panic among residents and authorities. Police received the alert Friday morning, prompting rapid response to investigate the animal spotted on a main city road due to safety concerns for both the animal and the public. However, the story took an unexpected turn when Yerevan Zoo issued a clarification stating the animal was not actually an escaped zebra at all. Investigators discovered the creature was simply a donkey that had been painted with white and black stripes to resemble a zebra, then taken out onto the streets by its owner for a humorous video. The zoo characterized the incident as "a failed prank" and confirmed that all actual zebras at the facility remain safe and secure in their open enclosures with no escapes. Authorities are currently investigating the identity of the person responsible and will pursue legal action accordingly. The zoo also issued a public warning against imitating this behavior, cautioning that the chemical paint used could be harmful to animals and pose both short and long-term health risks.

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National

Bangkok Spokesperson Clarifies No Official Endorsement of Bangkok Council Candidates by 'Chatchatchai Team'

Bangkok's governor's office denied officially endorsing any candidates in the upcoming Bangkok Metropolitan Council elections, despite some candidates using green branding and the name 'Chatchatchai' that resembles the governor's own campaign style. Governor Chatchatchai Sittipan, who remains in office, has made no public endorsements and is maintaining neutrality during his tenure. The spokesperson clarified that any candidate using similar branding may be doing so based on confidence in their ability to work with the governor.

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On May 3, 2025, Ekwaranyu Amrapan, spokesperson for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and assistant to the Bangkok Governor, issued a clarification following the appearance of social media images showing candidates for Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) positions gradually unveiling campaigns using green-toned graphics similar to Governor Chatchatchai Sittipan's branding. Multiple inquiries had been received asking whether Governor Chatchatchai was directly backing these candidates, as some used imagery, colors, slogans, and elements resembling the governor's previous campaign. "I want to clarify that Governor Chatchatchai is currently serving his term and has never publicly endorsed any BMC candidate. This is to maintain propriety, neutrality, and impartiality while performing his duties as Bangkok Governor," the spokesperson stated. "Candidates using green colors or the name 'Chatchatchai' may do so out of confidence in their ability to work effectively with the governor." However, no authorization has been granted to use the governor's name or image for campaigning purposes. The administration urged the public and media to follow official channels for accurate information, including the official Facebook pages of Chatchatchai Sittipan and the "Team Chatchatchai" page for official updates. Those interested in urban development work are also encouraged to follow the "Work Work Work Bangkok" network.

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