On May 9th at 2:30 p.m., rescue volunteers from the Por Tet Tung Foundation received a call about a man trapped in a 120-liter water tank at a condominium room on Samakkhi Lane 28 in Tha Trai subdistrict, Mueang district, Nonthaburi province. When officers arrived, they found 63-year-old Thienchai Thammapricha in a weakened condition, curled up inside the tank. Rescue personnel had to use lubricating cream and a saw to cut through the tank in order to remove him. Thianchai was initially in shock from water aspiration and received first aid before being transported to Phra Nang Klao Hospital.

Thianchai later recounted what happened: while bending down to clean the nearly full tank, his feet slipped on the bathroom floor, causing his entire body to plunge headfirst into the water. He cried out for his daughter as water filled his lungs, and he began struggling to breathe. He thought he might need CPR if he survived at all. Fortunately, his daughter heard him and managed to tip over the tank, letting the water drain completely.

His 37-year-old daughter, Jenjeera Thammapricha, explained that she initially heard her father calling softly from the bathroom and thought he was joking. When she went to check, she found him submerged in the tank with no way to pull him out. She made the quick decision to overturn the tank so the water would drain and allow her father to breathe, then called for emergency help as his body remained stuck inside the tank.

On May 9, 2025, Sirikunnya Tansukul, Pheu Thai party list MP and deputy party leader, discussed the party's efforts to collect one-fifth of parliamentary signatures required to petition the Constitutional Court for interpretation of the government's 400 billion baht emergency borrowing decree. She explained that signature collection is still ongoing because the emergency decree draft was only recently published in the Royal Gazette; signing beforehand would violate procedure. However, she expressed confidence they will secure all necessary signatures.

When asked if she was confident that the House speaker would not delay the process by requiring preliminary petition verification, Sirikunnya said she was confident the timeline would be met. When asked if she was confident the Constitutional Court would accept the petition, she stated the court should accept it. Regarding public concerns about delayed aid, Sirikunnya assured that the court petition will not block fund disbursement under the emergency decree, allowing the government to proceed with lawful actions.

The Pheu Thai petition would only suspend parliamentary voting, not the decree's enforcement. When asked if the government could continue its half-and-half cash assistance program, Sirikunnya confirmed yes, clarifying that Pheu Thai's petition concerns the energy transition portion, while the relief measures can proceed. The government stated it would secure funds in phases, with the first phase dedicated to relief measures.

Prime Minister Anusorn Chanyaveerakul has ordered a comprehensive investigation into an incident in which police from Nah Jom Thien Station in Chachoengsao discovered large quantities of military weapons and explosives in a vehicle driven by a Chinese national. Speaking at 14:20 on May 9, 2025, at Royal Thai Air Force Base 2, Wing 6, the PM stated he received an initial brief report from the National Police Chief about the vehicle rollover incident. He emphasized the need for a thorough and decisive investigation to determine the underlying causes and identify all responsible parties.

The Prime Minister raised concerns about how a foreigner could possess such weapons, reiterating that no one outside law enforcement is permitted to carry firearms or weapons. Anyone caught carrying weapons without authorization faces multiple additional charges. He noted this raises questions about how such an incident could occur despite strict regulations.

When asked about weapons that appeared to be military-grade and findings on the suspect's mobile phone that might be linked to the BHQ gang, the PM stated this requires urgent investigation. He acknowledged potential connections to visa fraud issues but called on police and security officials to conduct thorough and detailed inquiries first.

On May 8, 2026, police officers including Lieutenant Colonel Siam Bunserm, Deputy Lieutenant Colonel Pallop Armlha, and others from Region 3 Police arrested Nakorntorn (28), Rewat (39), and Sarawut (28) at their residence in Muang District, Samut Sakhon Province. Seized materials included 2,076 filled electronic cigarette heads containing atomized liquid, 11 bottles of atomized liquid, one filling machine for cigarette heads, empty cigarette heads, refill kits, 21 grams of ketamine, with total value estimated at 7,576,000 baht.

Police investigation revealed that Nakorntorn and associates were illegally manufacturing and distributing electronic cigarette heads filled with atomized liquid and other drugs throughout Bangkok, frequently relocating their operation to evade arrest. On May 7, officers spotted a white Honda Civic associated with the suspects parked at the residence and conducted surveillance. When police moved in to search, residents panicked and fled. One man jumped from a second-floor window but was captured—identified as Rewat.

During interrogation, the suspects admitted receiving instructions from a Chinese contact via phone. They purchased atomized liquid extract bottles at 125,000 baht each (1.25 liters) from a supplier in Huay Khwang, Bangkok, receiving approximately 10 bottles per transaction. Each bottle could produce roughly 500 cigarette heads, sold at 500-800 baht per unit. Police have taken the suspects into custody for further legal proceedings.

Thailand's Third Army Region has launched its 12th tactical attack drone commander training course, featuring demonstrations of reconnaissance drones, bomb-dropping drones and night-time tactical operations aimed at strengthening the capabilities of the Naresuan Force. The training inspection took place on 8 May at the shooting range of the 310th Military Circle at Fort Wachiraprakarn in Tak province.

Lt. Gen. Worathep Boonya, commander of the Third Army Region and head of the Third Army Region Operations Centre, visited the training programme to monitor the development of military personnel in modern warfare technology. He was welcomed by Col. Narongchai Charoenchai, deputy commander of the Naresuan Force, along with instructors and trainees participating in the course.

According to the army, the programme is designed to improve soldiers' operational skills in the use of tactical unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for security missions, reconnaissance, surveillance and modern military operations. The army said drone technology had become an increasingly important component of contemporary warfare.

During the visit, military personnel demonstrated several types of tactical drones, including reconnaissance drones, bomb-dropping drones, incendiary drones and FPV (first-person view) drones. Officials said the drones could be adapted for intelligence gathering, target tracking, border surveillance and tactical operations, including special operations and night-time bombing missions.

The Third Army Region commander also met trainees and instructors, stressing the importance of adapting to rapidly evolving military technology and new forms of security threats. He praised the Naresuan Force for conducting systematic and modern training in line with the Thai army's push toward a more technology-driven military.

A new family member is on the way! Former actress B Matika Artthakon Siripodom, known as "Phra Maae Matika," the beloved wife of Summit Group heir Korkrit Chulangkul, has announced she is expecting her third child. B Matika shared a warm family video on Instagram with ultrasound images of her baby, revealing the joyful moment on her personal account. She captioned the post in English: "Best birthday gift ever welcome no. 3 to our family." Following the post's release, both entertainment industry colleagues and fans rushed to comment with congratulations for the mother-to-be and her family. Actress May Pichitnart, who is also expecting, commented "Yay, I have a pregnant friend now." Credit: Instagram @bb_matika