Thailand's women's volleyball team has started preparation drills for their upcoming match against Serbia. Head coach Oat Kiartipong Ratchatakeryingkrai revealed the team's readiness after all 30 players joined the camp. The coach explained that after the full squad assembled, players were divided into groups to assess individual readiness. This week's training focuses on VNL preparation with practice matches planned against Serbia today with the men's team as opponents, China on Saturday, and further strategy development. Coach Oat emphasized three key scoring skills to develop this year: the jump serve with a powerful shot reaching 90 kilometers per hour, which Omsorn Sasiphaproa Janthavisoot currently executes; the hybrid serve at 80 kilometers per hour, which Beam Pimpichaya Kaagram has mastered; and the jump serve at 70 kilometers per hour, which over half the team can perform. The other two focuses are blocking technique for each position and ball striking skills.

After seven years of waiting, legendary pop-rock boy band NUVO is thrilling fans with a major comeback concert called 'NUVORIGINAL,' promising to take audiences back to their authentic original sound while celebrating their remarkably solid 38-year friendship. The band vows to keep making music until their hands shake and they need wheelchairs.

On May 14, 2026, all six members of NUVO announced the concert 'CIMBweBOND Presents NUVORIGINAL CONCERT,' promising an authentic experience of early-era NUVO without any modifications. The band will deliver original 1980s album sounds while collaborating with GDH film production teams to create an unprecedented fusion of cinema and concert. They're also revealing behind-the-scenes stories of their 38-year friendship and confirming they'll continue performing music for life.

Band member Kong shared his excitement: "It's going to be fun—more than just playing music. We're mixing many stories with the music, and when it all comes together, it will be something we've never seen before, and I believe many people haven't either." He hinted at special guest appearances, noting that several dream guests they hoped to perform with have already committed, with about 90% of their guest ideas confirmed.

After a seven-year hiatus, Kong expressed the pent-up desire: "We wanted to play, and gradually more and more fans kept asking when the next big concert would be. We slowly planned it out with the organizers until we finalized today's event."

John emphasized the concert's significance, explaining that 'NUVORIGINAL' combines 'Nuvo' and 'Original' into one word, incorporating the DNA of NUVO fans into this special show.

Jo described NUVO's authenticity as rooted in their classic sound: "It's about the old-fashioned sound. We need to find that specific album sound. Throughout all our previous concerts—Nuvo in Love, Nuvo B-SIDE, Nuvo, NUVO NOW OR NEVER—everything has been modified with brass, chorus, and string instruments. But now we're back to six of us playing like a cassette tape from that era."

Jo expressed this as the most exciting moment in seven years: "There's no backup. It's just the six of us standing on stage the whole time. We have some special segments, but first and foremost, we need to bring our sound back. If we rely too much on synthesized or overly technical sounds, the essence of NUVO music gets lost. This time, we're returning to Ter's original arrangement style."

On May 15, 2026, Deputy Education Minister Akkanat Kankittinun, accompanied by Deputy Permanent Secretary Linthiphon Vrinvatchajarojn, staff member Parami Waijongjaroen, and Dr. Keattip Suphavanic, conducted a surprise inspection at Wat Suan Dok School in Chiang Mai to assess the quality of student lunches and drinking water systems. The visit aimed to identify and solve real problems during the new school term.

Deputy Minister Akkanat reported that the school's meal program complied with nutritional guidelines, containing appropriate portions of grains, protein, eggs, oils, fruits, and milk according to Thai school lunch standards. However, he recommended increasing vegetable options to provide more complete nutrition for growing children and to assure parents of quality care. He acknowledged that each school faces different circumstances, but emphasized that quality and adequate quantity are essential priorities.

Beyond meal inspection, Akkanat also reviewed the drinking water system and discovered the school had not yet processed the water purifier equipment procurement, prompting immediate corrective action. He announced plans to conduct similar surprise visits at multiple schools during the semester opening to identify genuine problems and provide support. "This inspection is not about catching mistakes, but about identifying issues and removing obstacles that schools face," Akkanat stated. "Whatever support the ministry can provide, we will do immediately to ensure schools are safe and prepared environments for all students."

CLICX, a branchless commercial bank developed through collaboration between three major Thai organizations—Krung Thai Bank (KTB), Advanced Info Service (AIS), and PTT Oil and Retail (OR)—has become Thailand's first virtual bank after receiving approval from the Bank of Thailand on May 14, 2025. The platform operates under the concept 'Bank in One CLICX,' extending beyond traditional digital banking to offer 'Beyond Banking' services that seamlessly integrate financial services into everyday life.

CLICX distinguishes itself through advanced technology applications including AI-driven customer experience enhancement, real-life behavioral analysis, and alternative data utilization to create comprehensive financial profiles. The platform aims to develop innovative credit assessment models using alternative data sources, expanding access to capital for Thai individuals and businesses while improving debt repayment capacity evaluations.

By combining the strengths of its three partners—KTB's financial expertise, AIS's digital connectivity reaching millions, and OR's consumer-centric ecosystem—CLICX functions as an 'embedded banking platform' that removes traditional barriers of branch locations and documentation requirements. The service covers savings, financial management, and personalized lending options while emphasizing transparency, security, and alignment with customers' actual repayment capabilities, making financial services more accessible, secure, and equitable for all Thais.

Port Authority FC, last season's Thai League runner-up, has successfully secured veteran midfielder Chakraphand Kaewprom, 37, for the upcoming season. The Port Authority club has already signed three players for the 2026-27 campaign at their Pattaya Stadium, including Sirawat Phothisaman, Manuel Tom Biah, and Chayaphol Adton. The latest signing is midfielder "Note" Chakraphand Kaewprom, whose experience proved crucial in helping Ratchaburi FC claim third place in the Thai League and earn an automatic berth in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026-27 league phase.

Navy Commander Assures Thailand-Cambodia Border Under Control, No Provocation, Ready to Support Land Bridge Project

At 12:45 p.m. on May 15, 2025, at Government House, Navy Commander Admiral Thadawuth Thadpitaksakul addressed the situation along the Thailand-Cambodia border on the Trat Province side, confirming that the situation in the area remains normal. The Border Defense Command for Chanthaburi and Trat (BDC CT) continues to maintain control of the situation effectively.

When asked whether there were any provocations in the eastern sea area adjacent to the Cambodian border, Admiral Thadawuth stated there were none, with the situation remaining routine.

Regarding consultations with other agencies responsible for areas bordering Cambodia, Admiral Thadawuth indicated this involves inter-agency coordination that he preferred not to elaborate on, but he reiterated that everything remains under normal control.

Concerning the government's planned land bridge project, Admiral Thadawuth said the Navy follows government policy and is prepared to maintain security according to government directives, pending further policy announcements.