A marshland fire erupted in Chumphon province on April 25, 2026, consuming approximately 100 acres in Moo 5, Na Cha-ang Subdistrict. The area's sandy soil, dense vegetation of acacia and eucalyptus trees, combined with periodic strong winds, caused the flames to spread rapidly across multiple points. Firefighting crews from Chumphon Provincial Administration Organization and several local municipalities rushed to the scene with a 6,000-liter water truck to suppress both ground and aerial flames, preventing further spread into residential and agricultural areas.

Local resident Ms. Sujitr reported the marshland, spanning 300 acres, caught fire around noon, prompting immediate alerts to community leaders and police. Firefighters from multiple agencies coordinated an urgent response. Initial assessments showed approximately 100 acres damaged across three fire points, with no reports of property loss to residents so far. However, residents noted such fires occur regularly during dry seasons, and despite efforts to control the blaze, embers repeatedly reignited throughout the evening, raising concerns the fire could persist overnight.

On April 25, 2569, police officials led by Lieutenant General Natthasak Chauanasai directed officers to arrest two Kyrgyz nationals, both aged 26, at a hotel in Patong subdistrict, Kathu district, Phuket. The arrests were made pursuant to an INTERPOL red notice charging them with kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment, assault causing death, and homicide. The suspects allegedly committed a brutal murder on April 11, 2569, before disposing of the body in a ravine in Alamedin district, Chuy Province, Kyrgyzstan. They subsequently fled to Thailand. Following international police cooperation through INTERPOL, the suspects were tracked to a Phuket hotel and arrested. During interrogation, both men denied all charges. Immigration procedures have been initiated to revoke their residency permits and arrange their deportation to Kyrgyzstan to face prosecution.

Internet users are sharply divided over the safety and appeal of fried rice wrapped in newspaper. On April 25, 2569, a member of a consumer group posted a photo of fried rice wrapped in newspaper with the caption: "Fried rice for 60 baht, but look at the wrapping first. How did we get to this point? I give up. Thanks for all the comments. So excited!"

The post generated numerous comments with conflicting opinions. Many users agreed with comments saying "Food wrapped like this is definitely 90% delicious," while others claimed "authentic old-school fried rice that's sincere and safer than foam containers." However, some users expressed concerns about safety, worrying about potential chemical contamination from printer's ink.

Police and local administration are urgently investigating a cruel act of animal poisoning in which five stray dogs were found dead scattered along a road. A food vendor caring for 19 strays has lost five to the poison, with four survivors and the remaining ten presumed dead. On April 25, 2569, Kraieng Kongwong, Cha-am District Officer in Phetchaburi Province, assigned officials including Priyapol Priyanupap, deputy district chief, veterinarian Nithinan Nakburi, and investigating officers from Cha-am Police Station to investigate the poisoning case that occurred on April 24.

49-year-old Areeratana, a food cart vendor, stated she uses her earnings from selling prepared food to buy food and hay for 19 stray dogs and 15 buffalo she rescued from slaughterhouses. She has owned the property for four years. Of the 19 dogs in her care, five have died, which she believes were poisoned due to symptoms including foaming saliva and muscle rigidity. Four dogs survived, while the remaining ten are presumed dead but their bodies have not been found.

Officals provided recommendations on stray dog management and animal protection laws. The five poisoned dog carcasses were cremated to prevent disease transmission. The district veterinary office will send staff to provide animal health care, while police will increase patrols in the area to ensure safety and security, and investigate to prosecute the person responsible.

Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Supachee Panitchpakdi led a delegation to Chanthaburi province on April 25, 2025, to closely monitor Thailand's durian production and export situation. She promoted the 'hundred-million-baht orchard' model and value-added innovations while working to resolve Thai-China logistics issues and prepare for a surge in output during the latter half of the season.

Supachee visited the orchard of Sompong Klibmalee in Chanthaklam subdistrict, a model farm for premium export-grade durian production. She participated in harvesting premium-grade Monthong durians to confirm the season's production readiness.

She also toured successful local brands including Q-Chan and Durrianar Thailand, which produces cosmetics from durian flower extracts—an important strategy for adding value to agricultural products beyond fresh fruit sales.

The Commerce Ministry plans to increase cold storage facilities to support comprehensive durian processing, from flesh to biochar production from durian rinds, creating sustainable circular income for farmers.

Supachee witnessed the signing of an MOU between public and private sectors promoting online commerce and live-streaming commerce with influential Chinese livestreamer Yan Gongzhu, who broadcasted live durian sales directly to Chinese consumers—a key mechanism for rapid product distribution.

Regarding logistics, the Commerce Minister disclosed that advisory teams were dispatched to Vietnam and China on April 23 to survey key checkpoints in Guangxi province, addressing customs and logistics bottlenecks to ensure smooth fruit exports during peak season and prepare for the latter half-season crisis. The new target market is India. Chanthaburi has currently exported approximately 700,000 tons (50% of the season).

However, Supachee expressed concern about the latter half of the season (May-June) when mangosteen and durian from northern and southern Thailand, along with competing nations like Vietnam, would flood the market simultaneously, potentially causing container shortages and higher shipping costs.

Panuwat Maikaew, managing director of Sam-San Inter Fresh Company and chairman of the Durian Exporters Association, proposed that the government accelerate opening new destination markets, particularly India, which shows high potential but faces unclear shipping routes. He requested the government establish logistics infrastructure to maintain durian quality for timely delivery to Indian consumers.

The activity concluded with dispatching a durian caravan of over 100 tons (6 containers) bound for Chinese markets and major Thai retailers to enhance confidence in the safety and quality standards of Thailand's king of fruits on the international stage.

The Thai Armed Forces Headquarters held a wreath-laying ceremony on April 25 to commemorate the death anniversary of King Naresuan the Great. Supreme Commander General Ukritsadi Buntananond presided over the ceremony, joined by military and civilian government representatives. The ceremony aimed to honor the profound grace and benevolence of King Naresuan the Great toward the Thai people, featuring a blessing ritual at the monarch's monument, wreath-laying at the monument courtyard, and merit-making ceremonies at the Naresuan Hall of the Thai Armed Forces Headquarters.

Numerous civilian government agencies participated, including the Administrative Court, the Office of the Attorney General, the Election Commission, the Ministry of Justice, the Department of Probation, Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy, the Metropolitan Police Bureau, the Chaipattana Foundation, the Bangkok Metropolitan Water Works Authority, the Communications Authority of Thailand, and several private financial institutions.

King Naresuan the Great, the 18th monarch of Ayutthaya, reigned for 15 years and is celebrated as a great military strategist whose actions were pivotal in Thai history. He restored Thai independence after the first fall of Ayutthaya and expanded the kingdom's power and influence. His military campaigns and various royal achievements were invaluable contributions to the nation. The Thai Armed Forces express their deep gratitude for his extraordinary benevolence and remain committed to following his legacy by dedicating themselves to creating prosperity and maintaining national security.