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National

Casemiro Opens Up After Manchester United Fans Call for Contract Extension

Casemiro has ruled out extending his Manchester United contract despite fan calls and recent strong performances that helped secure Champions League qualification, saying he wants to leave at his peak after four years with the club.

6 May Khaosod

Casemiro, Manchester United's experienced midfielder, has ruled out a contract extension as requested by fans, following his resurgence in form that helped the Red Devils secure UEFA Champions League qualification. The 34-year-old Brazilian midfielder had a difficult start at United but has demonstrated exceptional performances on the pitch this season, sparking calls from supporters for him to extend his contract for another season, despite his previous announcement of departure.

On the matter, Casemiro told ESPN: "I don't think there will be another opportunity. There won't be another chance to leave in such a grand way. I think it's been a very special four years, and I will be grateful forever—not just to the club but to every fan as well. I want to leave on good terms. I need to leave while I'm still at my peak. I will remain a Manchester United fan forever, and I just want to thank everyone for all the love I've received from the fans."

Reports suggest that Casemiro will move on to play for Inter Miami in the United States.

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National

Ladprao District Candidate Considers Skipping Campaign Posters This Election, Locals Say He Should Reconsider

A Bangkok Metropolitan Council candidate in Ladprao District asked constituents whether to skip campaign posters this election to reduce clutter, sparking debate over whether offline signage remains essential for reaching voters unfamiliar

6 May Khaosod

Naphak Pengsuk, the People's Party candidate for the Bangkok Metropolitan Council seat in Ladprao District, took to Facebook on May 6 to solicit public opinion on his election strategy. He asked constituents: "For this election campaign in Ladprao, I'm thinking of not putting up campaign posters to avoid creating clutter and obstruction. What do you all think?"

The post generated extensive debate with divergent viewpoints. Supporters of his idea argued that campaign posters were unnecessary since residents already know him, while some felt their voting decision was already made regardless of signage. Others disagreed, suggesting he should display posters if placed strategically without obstructing walkways, or use smaller-sized materials. Some commenters emphasized that posters were essential for name recognition, noting that certain voters don't follow online platforms and need offline reminders. One critic warned that avoiding posters would be negligent, cautioning that a significant portion of the community doesn't stay constantly connected online.

Additional suggestions included placing posters at existing advertising boards or central locations. Some noted that while online campaigns are more effective in today's era, offline signage should still focus on communicating policies and ideology.

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Police

70-Kilometer Cross-Province Chase: Thai Driver Arrested for Smuggling Six Chinese Nationals from Border to Bangkok

Thai police arrested a driver after a 70-kilometer chase on Highway 359 in Sakaew, discovering six Chinese nationals with invalid visas or no passports being smuggled toward Bangkok.

6 May Khaosod

On May 6, 2025, the Central Investigation Bureau's Highway Police Division launched a pursuit operation across more than 70 kilometers, ultimately arresting a Thai driver who was illegally transporting six Chinese nationals. Deputy Lieutenant Colonel Kamolpop Hanyavet from the Highway Police Station 5 in Prachuap Khiri Khan-Sakaew revealed that officers received intelligence about Chinese nationals being smuggled from the Sakaew border into Bangkok, prompting them to set up surveillance. In the early morning hours, they spotted a gray Toyota pickup truck with Bangkok license plates on Highway 359 (Phonom Sarakham-Sakaew), also known as the Sakaew bypass route, in Sri Maha Phot District, Prachuap Khiri Khan. When officers signaled the vehicle to stop for inspection, the driver refused and accelerated away toward Khao Hin Sor District in Chachoengsao, then doubled back toward Sakaew. Officers pursued the vehicle intensively over approximately 70 kilometers before successfully intercepting it in Tha Kaset Subdistrict, Muang Sakaew District.

Inspection of the vehicle revealed the driver, 36-year-old Suthat (surname withheld), and six Chinese passengers. Through interpreters, authorities discovered: • One passenger had overstayed by 957 days • Five passengers had illegally entered without passports

Suthat confessed to borrowing a friend's vehicle to transport the Chinese nationals from Nong Sang Subdistrict, Aranyaprathet District, Sakaew, to Bangkok for 5,000 baht per trip. He was charged with harboring and concealing illegal foreign nationals to help them evade arrest. The six Chinese nationals were charged with illegal entry and unauthorized residence in the kingdom. They were handed over to Muang Sakaew Police Station for further legal proceedings.

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National

Liu Mengyang Questions Superbon's Withdrawal: Injured or Just Scared? – Mocks Him as 'Kid Table' Fighter

Chinese fighter Liu Mengyang questioned whether ONE Championship champion Superbon withdrew from their May 22 bout due to injury or fear, mocking him as too old for the title. Liu will now face Venezuelan Gabriel Perreira instead.

6 May Khaosod

Following ONE Championship featherweight kickboxing champion Superbon's withdrawal from his scheduled bout against Chinese fighter Liu Mengyang at The Inner Circle on Friday, May 22nd, citing injury concerns, Liu Mengyang has posted a video response questioning whether Superbon's withdrawal was due to genuine injury or fear. Liu questioned the sudden withdrawal with only two weeks remaining before the competition.

Liu further mocked Superbon, suggesting he's too old and undeserving of the 'King of Muay Thai' title. In a scathing message, Liu said: "You don't have the courage to fight. I sympathize with you. You got away this time, but next time remember to bring your tail. When eating rice, just sit at the kids' table."

Meanwhile, Liu Mengyang will face Gabriel Perreira from Venezuela in a featherweight kickboxing bout as the main event replacement at The Inner Circle on Friday, May 22nd.

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National

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. Leaves Al Nassr to Return to Europe - Major Clubs Eye Young Star

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. has decided to leave Al Nassr and return to Europe to pursue his football career away from his father's shadow, with major European clubs reportedly interested in signing the 16-year-old talent. The young Ronaldo, who has impressed with 58 goals in 23 games for Juventus's U-9 team and 56 goals in 27 matches for Al Nassr's U-15 side, has attracted attention from Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, and other top clubs. The decision has caused his father concern over the intense media scrutiny the teenager may face in Europe.

6 May Khaosod

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. wants to carve out his own identity away from his father's shadow at Al Nassr, focusing on building his reputation in Europe. The 41-year-old Ronaldo has lost the opportunity to play alongside his son at Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League after his 16-year-old son expressed his desire to leave the oil-rich nation's club to test his skills in academies of top-tier European teams. Reports indicate that Ronaldo Jr. has attracted interest from major clubs including Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund, and Sporting Lisbon—his father's former club.

Ronaldo Jr. has drawn attention through his impressive goal-scoring record: 58 goals in 23 appearances for Juventus's U-9 team and 56 goals in 27 matches for Al Nassr's U-15 squad. He has also been selected for Portugal's U-17 national team. However, this decision has caused his father considerable concern, as the young player may face intense media pressure in Europe.

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Police

International Wildlife Trafficking Ring Dismantled: Officers Seize Truck Carrying Over 100 Protected Animals

Authorities dismantled an international wildlife trafficking operation in Phetchaburi province, seizing over 100 protected animals including rare cockatoos, kangaroos, and snakes from a truck and arresting the driver.

6 May Khaosod

On May 6, 2025, Nitthat Nunsong, director of the Regional Conservation Area Office 3 in Phetchaburi, received a report from Surasakdi Anumethanglor, director of the Phetchaburi Wildlife Conservation Division, along with Itthiphon Changruang, head of the wildlife enforcement unit, and veterinarian Anurak Skulpong. Officers from multiple agencies including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, wildlife conservation promotion staff, prevention and suppression units, Phetchaburi police, and the narcotics suppression unit coordinated to inspect a suspicious gray Toyota truck in Don Khun Huai subdistrict, Cha-Am district, Phetchaburi province.

The search of the truck bed revealed numerous protected animals in boxes, including 13 Moluccan cockatoos, 8 cuscuses, 6 tree kangaroos, 13 echidnas, 1 sugar glider, and 100 snakes of unidentified species. The driver, 49-year-old Songob (surname withheld) from Satun, was taken into custody.

During questioning, Songob confessed to smuggling the animals for resale, having received them from an illegal wildlife trafficking network. Authorities initially charged him with "possessing protected wildlife without permission" under Section 19 of the Wildlife Conservation and Protection Act B.E. 2562. The suspect and seized animals were handed over to Cha-Am police station for legal proceedings, with plans to expand the investigation to the wider trafficking network and conduct further species identification of the protected and CITES-listed animals.

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Breaking

British woman disappears after leaving Chiang Mai condo in ruins

A British woman has disappeared after allegedly trashing a Chiang Mai condominium, leaving behind garbage, damaged furniture and an estimated 500,000 baht in repairs. Police are seeking to question her and recover damages from the May disco

6 May Khaosod

A British woman has vanished after allegedly leaving a rented condominium in Chiang Mai filled with rubbish and severe damage, with repair costs estimated at 500,000 baht ($15,500).

The incident was reported to police on May 6 by Chantanee Wiwechawin, 41, a housekeeper responsible for overseeing a condominium in Suthep subdistrict, Muang district, Chiang Mai.

She told investigators that the British tenant, believed to be around 35 years old, had signed a six-month lease for the unit at 25,000 baht ($780) per month, beginning on October 16, 2025.

According to Chantanee, suspicions arose in March after a foul smell began coming from the room and the tenant could no longer be contacted. Using a spare key, she entered the condominium and was shocked by what she found.

The room was reportedly strewn with garbage, rotting waste, underwear and clothes. Paint had also been smeared across the walls.

Furniture including the bed and sofa was found damaged, dirty and deteriorated, while the overall condition of the room was described as severely damaged.

A technician later inspected the property and estimated restoration costs could reach around 500,000 baht. A television set was also reported missing and is believed to have been stolen.

Chantanee said she wanted to warn condominium owners and landlords to regularly inspect rental properties, particularly those rented to foreign tourists.

"In the past, we mostly saw news about Thai tenants causing problems and leaving rooms dirty, but this time it was a foreigner. I thought she would be clean and well-mannered, but it turned out to be unbelievably filthy," she said.

Police at Phu Ping Rajanives station are reportedly preparing to summon the tenant for questioning and to seek compensation for the damages.

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National

Fern Announces She Wants Kids After Seeing Mind Pregnant; Set to Travel to China with Mario to Revive 'Nam-Chon' Legend

Thai actress Fern Pimchanok announced she's traveling to China with co-star Mario Maurer for an event, reviving their legendary 'Nam-Chon' pairing and thrilling fans. The actress also revealed she's preparing to become an aunt after friend Mind Labhanshal's pregnancy announcement, and expressed her own desire to have children in the future. During the interview, Fern addressed recent fan harassment incidents affecting Thai entertainers, noting they're rare and manageable in her experience.

6 May Khaosod

The legendary 'Nam-Chon' pairing is generating buzz again as Thai actress Fern Pimchanok announced she's preparing to travel to China with co-star Mario Maurer for an upcoming event. The announcement came during the Netflix action-romance film premiere for 'Blood Love: The Killer' at Siam Paragon shopping center, where Fern updated fans about their trip amid excitement from fans eagerly awaiting the duo's reunion after a lengthy hiatus from working together. She expressed genuine gratitude for the unwavering support from Chinese fans over the years, noting she'd attempt to learn some Chinese greetings despite never having studied the language.

When asked about security concerns surrounding recent incidents of fan harassment targeting multiple artists, Fern acknowledged she's experienced some uncomfortable moments but emphasized they occur rarely and remain manageable. She shared an anecdote about her manager being slapped while protecting her, but maintained she doesn't worry excessively about such incidents, estimating they've happened only twice in her past ten trips. She dismissed concerns about this upcoming visit, noting she'd only be there for three days with just one event scheduled.

Fern also revealed an emotional moment when her close friend Mind Labhanshal surprised her during Chinese New Year by secretly visiting her home and presenting her with oranges arranged as a baby ultrasound photo—a creative way to announce her pregnancy. Fern tearfully admitted the heartwarming surprise that Mind had long expressed wanting a baby after marriage, and she's now delighted to become an aunt. She confirmed she's preparing gifts for her future nephew or niece and humorously noted she'll be called 'Aunt Fern' by the baby. Though currently without romantic plans, Fern playfully hinted she already has someone in mind for her own future motherhood.

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National

Village Chiefs Association Submits Letter to Pheu Thai, Demands Protection of Local Officials' Reputation Amid Parliamentary Criticism, Pledges Support for Drug Suppression Policy

Thailand's Village Chiefs Association submitted a letter to Pheu Thai on May 6 demanding protection of local officials' reputations following parliamentary criticism, while pledging continued support for the government's drug suppression po

6 May Khaosod

On May 6, 2026, the Association of Village Chiefs and Community Leaders of Thailand, led by Yongyos Gaewkhiaw, submitted a letter to the Pheu Thai Party with MP Thongli Meehinkong of Roi Et District 6 and former Northeastern Village Chiefs Association chairman as the official representative. The letter aims to protect the reputation of village chiefs, community leaders, and local government personnel following criticism from an opposition MP on April 30, 2026, whose remarks negatively impacted the image of local officials nationwide. The association requested that discussions about local government staff be factual, respectful, and constructive to preserve the morale of officials serving close to communities. Thongli stated that as a former Northeastern Village Chiefs Association chairman with prior government experience, he confirms that village chiefs, community leaders, and community representatives nationwide play vital roles in community welfare, maintaining peace and order, and implementing state policies. He specifically highlighted drug prevention and suppression policies from the Thai Rak Thai era, which achieved tangible success through cooperation of local leaders in monitoring, supporting, and strengthening communities. He also praised the Pheu Thai government's drug suppression efforts over the past two years and expressed support for collaborative efforts among all sectors in welfare and community well-being.

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National

Minister Suchati Opens Low-Carbon Future Collaboration Forum, Supporting Private Sector to Elevate Thai Business to Global Standards

Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchati Chomklin launched a collaboration forum aimed at transitioning Thailand to a low-carbon economy by fostering partnerships between the government and private sector. The minister emphasized that low-carbon transformation is now a necessity rather than an option for businesses facing climate pressures and stricter global environmental standards. Thai Eastern Group's achievement in producing the world's first carbon-neutral rubber blocks was highlighted as an example of Thailand's potential to lead in sustainable industrial development.

6 May Khaosod

Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchati Chomklin presided over the opening of the "Low-Carbon Future" collaboration forum, outlining his vision to drive Thailand toward a tangible low-carbon economy.

The minister stressed the importance of private and public sector collaboration in accelerating product value chain development to address global low-carbon trade challenges, with full backing from the Natural Resources and Environment Ministry. This effort aims to elevate Thailand's competitive capabilities as an international business leader while generating practical employment and income for local communities.

Minister Chomklin noted that businesses currently face mounting pressure from climate change, international trade regulations, and increasingly stringent environmental standards, along with growing expectations for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability. The transition to a low-carbon economy is therefore not merely an "option" but a "necessity" that will determine long-term business sector growth.

"Thailand has tremendous potential to drive the transition to a low-carbon society with government support, building on the acceleration of the Draft Climate Change Act, which will systematically integrate policy mechanisms, technology, finance, and business collaboration to produce concrete results at all levels," Suchati said.

On this occasion, the minister congratulated Thai Eastern Group Holdings PLC for successfully developing the "world's first carbon-neutral rubber blocks," a significant milestone for Thailand's rubber industry on the global stage and a testament to the potential of Thai industrial sectors to achieve international sustainability standards.

He also commended Thai Eastern Bio Power PLC for developing a comprehensive waste management center aligned with the circular economy concept and contributing meaningfully to greenhouse gas emission reduction.

The minister praised business partners across all sectors for continuously advancing low-carbon development and expressed confidence that this forum would mark the beginning of stronger collaboration, leading to tangible progress in elevating Thailand's low-carbon value chain.

"I hope this collaboration succeeds and can lead to sustainable low-carbon economic development for the country," Suchati concluded.

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Police

Neighbor Confesses to Luring and Killing Taxi Driver Uncle; Police Skeptical of His Account, Bloodstained Wood Found as Murder Weapon

A young man confessed to luring and beating a 65-year-old taxi driver to death in an Ayutthaya rice field over an unpaid 400-baht fare dispute. Police found a bloodstained wood club used in the attack but remain skeptical of his full accoun

6 May Khaosod

Police are holding a young neighbor who allegedly plotted to lure and kill a taxi driver uncle, claiming it was over 400 baht in unpaid taxi fares. Investigators discovered a eucalyptus wood club stained with blood that was used to beat the victim's face. On May 6, 2025, at 5:30 PM, officers from Chang Yai Police Station in Ayutthaya arrested Narathorn, the suspect accused of murdering 65-year-old Paisuay, a taxi driver. Police escorted him from the interrogation room to recreate the crime scene and search for the weapon he allegedly used to beat Paisuay to death in a rice field about 1 kilometer from Highway 9. Police sealed off the crime scene and brought a pickup truck to simulate the taxi. According to his account, Narathorn had the victim sit in the back seat, then exited, grabbed the wood, and repeatedly struck Paisuay as he got out of the vehicle, leaving him unconscious. He then threw the wood into nearby bushes and fled on foot. Officers discovered a eucalyptus club approximately 1 meter long with bloodstains, which was collected as evidence for DNA testing. Deputy Police Lieutenant General Surawut Sangrungkrueang, commander of Ayutthaya Provincial Police, revealed that after the incident, multiple police units conducted a coordinated investigation. During questioning, the suspect confessed to a dispute with the victim over 400 baht in unpaid taxi fares. They had agreed the victim would give the suspect a mobile phone to have its screen film replaced to settle the debt, but the suspect never completed the work. The victim repeatedly demanded his phone back. On the day of the murder, the suspect lured the victim to the crime scene claiming he would provide money. Police stressed they remain skeptical of the suspect's full account and are conducting deeper investigations. They recovered the victim's mobile phone from the suspect and are tracking other stolen items such as cash and a watch. The suspect has a criminal history with multiple offenses, particularly drug-related cases. Authorities thanked citizens and witnesses for their help, which enabled them to arrest the suspect within 24 hours of discovering the body.

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