The Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) organized a charity walking and running competition called the 'Port Authority Mini Marathon 2026' to promote strong health through physical activity and contribute to social and charitable causes. The official opening ceremony was presided over by Panittha Charoenphon, PAT Deputy Director-General for Human Resources and Corporate Governance, with the attendance of PAT executives, employees, service users, representatives from government and private agencies, media, and Thai and foreign participants on May 17, 2026 at Bangkok Port in Khlong Toei District, Bangkok.

Participants had the choice of a 5-kilometer Fun Run or a 10-kilometer Mini Marathon route that passes through cargo transport operations along the Chao Phraya River, allowing runners to experience the port atmosphere in the early morning while contributing to charitable causes. Panittha stated that on the occasion of PAT's 75th anniversary, the organization remains committed to both corporate development and continuous social care. The charity event reflects PAT's dedication to encouraging the public to prioritize their health through walking and running activities aligned with current fitness trends. Revenue from the event will support PAT's ongoing charitable and social welfare initiatives. Over its 75-year history, PAT has played a crucial role in driving the nation's logistics system while supporting communities and society for sustainable growth.

Going viral! A woman created a Netflix-style series trailer to request a 10-day leave for a Bali trip, leaving her boss stunned with her bold approach. Internet users are praising the hilarious idea and sharing it widely.

What typically amounts to a simple email or shy in-person request has been transformed into hilariously viral content when one woman decided to go big by creating a Netflix-style series trailer to request time off for a Bali vacation. The video sent social media into overdrive.

The woman, named Thalia, instead of simply typing "I'd like to request 10 days off" created a dramatic documentary-style video complete with cinematic editing, sound design, and emotional beats reminiscent of a major film production. Many joked that this wasn't a leave request but rather an Academy Award submission.

The clip opens with tense atmosphere as an interviewer asks Thalia why she's seemed stressed and odd lately. She responds with concern that there's something she wants to tell her two bosses, Frank and Jack, but hasn't been brave enough to say it. As the video continues, the atmosphere intensifies like a true crime documentary, with the interviewer pressing her on whether this is the source of her strange behavior. Thalia admits she hasn't found the "right moment" to bring it up.

Then the interviewer delivers the punchline: "The right moment is now." Viewers get caught up as if a major national revelation is coming, but what Thalia reveals is simply that she wants 10 days off to vacation in Bali and live life to the fullest.

Despite the ordinary reason, the video's boldness is anything but ordinary, ending like a season finale cliffhanger with the question of whether her bosses will approve or deny the request, leaving viewers eager for a follow-up.

Bosses Frank and Jack become another highlight of the clip when they humorously acknowledge that after watching the video, they finally understand why Thalia seemed stressed the whole time. They even jokingly ask whether they need to respond with a video as well.

Thalia, staying in character, suggests that if they do respond, a "documentary trailer" would suffice. The internet erupted in laughter, praising this creative, funny approach that turned typical office stress into an adorably viral moment.

Train driver admits to regularly using methamphetamine and cannabis, consuming multiple pills at a time, with his most recent use occurring 10 days before the incident. A background check revealed he had previously faced drug charges in 2562. The accident involved Cargo Train 2126 (Laem Chabang-Bang Sue) crashing into air-conditioned bus Line 206 at the Makkasan railway crossing below the Airport Rail Link station on Asoke-Din Daeng Road, triggering a massive fire that killed 8 people instantly and injured over 30 others on the afternoon of May 16.

At 12:15 p.m. on May 18, 2569, at Makkasan Police Station, Pol. Col. Worsakdi Pisitbannakorn, Deputy Commander of Police Region 1, revealed progress on the rail-bus collision case. An investigation team was established with divided responsibilities, and preliminary charges have been filed against the bus driver for reckless driving causing death, injury, and property damage to others. The train driver and signal man have also been charged with recklessness causing death and injury, though their accounts contradict each other—the signal man claims he gave clear signals while the train driver denies receiving any signal, which the defendant claims is his right.

Pol. Col. Worsakdi stated the investigation team will examine every crossing the train passed through to determine the train's speed and whether signal men provided clear warnings at each point. The team has sent documentation to the State Railway of Thailand requesting permission to recreate the accident and examine driver visibility. They will also consult railway legal officers regarding regulations for authorizing train operators, as currently no licensed train drivers are employed.

"The train driver claims regular methamphetamine and cannabis use, with the last use 10 days before the incident, but police remain skeptical," Pol. Col. Worsakdi said. "Background checks show he was previously prosecuted for drug offenses in 2562 in Thung Song District, Nakhon Si Thammarat." Police are coordinating with multiple agencies to enforce parking restrictions at designated points to prevent similar accidents.

The First Army Region has deployed troops to address Thai public complaints about Cambodian nationals using agricultural land in Non Mak Mun subdistrict, Kok Sung district, Surin province—an area without clearly defined border demarcation. Army spokesman Polcol Windhai Suvatee stated on May 18, 2025 that soldiers have already engaged in talks with the parties involved. Since the area lacks clear border delineation, ownership cannot be definitively determined, and authorities have requested cooperation in suspending use of the land temporarily.

The military spokesman noted that prior to recent combat situations, neither side had strictly enforced border area usage restrictions. However, following the outbreak of conflict, stricter measures and heightened vigilance have become necessary.

When asked whether public requests for fence construction could be implemented immediately, Polcol Windhai stated that no mutually accepted border demarcation line currently exists between the two countries, though barbed wire fencing has been installed in areas under Thai control. The border area under the Second Army Region's responsibility spans over 400 kilometers, making it necessary to allocate adequate time for proper area management and operations.

"We ask the public to rely primarily on information from military and government agencies to prevent misunderstandings," the spokesman said. "Some people may not fully understand the theoretical boundary lines established by both nations' militaries, which are currently undergoing continuous adjustments. Thai agricultural areas have no issues because their boundaries are clearly defined. Similarly, Cambodian military officials must help their own citizens understand these matters as well."

On May 18, 2025, Pol. Col. Tawee Sodsom, People's Party chairman, posted on Facebook warning against allowing big capital to operate above the law in the amended Trade Competition Act. The bill is set for first reading in parliament on May 20, with seven key amendments: (1) expanding authority to cover state enterprises, public organizations, and commercially-operated government agencies in telecom and energy sectors under equal application, with penalties for offshore misconduct affecting domestic markets; (2) revising the Trade Competition Commission selection process to require House approval instead of cabinet approval, reducing members to seven with specified expertise requirements including law, economics, and consumer protection, with at least 10 years experience and performance metrics; (3) requiring authorization for mergers that could reduce competition or create market dominance, with broader consideration of competitive conditions and future trends; (4) increasing transparency by mandating full disclosure of rulings and individual commissioners' opinions within 15 days, with monthly public progress reports during proceedings; (5) eliminating prison sentences for monopoly violations and replacing with civil penalties calculated as percentage of annual revenue or transaction value; (6) expanding whistleblower protections with reduced penalties for first informants providing evidence, transferring cases to Intellectual Property and International Trade Court; (7) allowing victims to claim damages up to three times actual harm or court-ordered minimum three times but not exceeding four times, with extended limitations periods of three to five years and increased filing fees for merger approvals and advance rulings.

Three Thai children aged 5, 11, and 12 who were deceived by a Buddhist monk into ordination as novices and defrauded in Malaysia have safely returned to Thailand on May 18, 2569, bringing joy to their parents and guardians.

The successful rescue was made possible through coordinated efforts by multiple agencies including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, the Malaysian Embassy, and the Paveena Hongsakul Foundation for Children and Women. Four other children aged 13-15 remain temporarily in Malaysia to serve as court witnesses, with expected return to Thailand in early June.

Ns. Paveena Hongsakul, chairwoman of the Paveena Hongsakul Foundation for Children and Women, revealed that after receiving a complaint on May 9, the foundation immediately sent urgent correspondence to the Malaysian Ambassador requesting expedited assistance. The foundation coordinated with the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs through Director Amnaij Palapleewal and Diplomat Monthon Chansiri to gather information and monitor all seven children's cases.

The foundation also worked closely with the Department of Child and Youth Affairs and the Songkhla Provincial Office of Social Development and Human Security.

On May 12, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that three children would return that night. Officials from the Songkhla Border Region Coordination Center and Songkhla Immigration Police traveled to the border to receive the children at 20:45. The mother of the 5-year-old boy cried and embraced her son with overwhelming joy upon reunion.

Initially, the children showed signs of fever and exhaustion. Officials immediately conducted medical examinations and arranged two nights of recovery at the Songkhla Child and Family Shelter before reuniting them with their families.

Today, parents from Prachuap Khiri Khan and Ratchaburi provinces visited Ns. Paveena Hongsakul to express their gratitude to the foundation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, and the Malaysian Embassy for bringing their children safely home.

Ns. Paveena confirmed that the foundation will continue monitoring and coordinating psychological rehabilitation for all three children with relevant agencies, and thanked all stakeholders for their integrated efforts in safely and swiftly reuniting the Thai children with their families.