April 29, 2026 – At Santi Maitri Building, Government House, Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Supachee Sutthipandej answered media questions after Parliament prepared to lodge an inquiry into the live-stream durian sales incident and establish a committee to address agricultural price problems, citing the issue as "not solving the real problem." Media attempted to interview Supachee, but Commerce Ministry Permanent Secretary Witthikrai Leeveeraphant pulled her away from the media circle, stating he had "other duties to attend to." Supachee then indicated she didn't yet know who established the committee or its details, and requested to review the information first. When asked about the live-stream durian sale with a famous influencer at 100 baht that didn't match the product description, and opposition criticism that it was impossible and disrupted market mechanisms, Supachee said she hadn't watched it and didn't manage to place an order in time. Regarding criticisms that the product didn't match the description, she said relevant agencies need to investigate. Reporters noted that as media attempted to interview Supachee, the Commerce Ministry permanent secretary and officials pulled her away from the media circle three times and requested that media not conduct interviews at that time.

Actress Namtarn Pichukkana Wongsurathanasil has experienced one of life's sweetest moments after her boyfriend Pai Patisuth Pisuthkul surprised her with a romantic proposal under the northern lights in Norway, marking a major milestone after 14 years together. In a recent interview on April 29, the bride-to-be shared details about the proposal that almost didn't happen due to severe weather, their wedding plans, and their hopes for starting a family. She revealed how Pai deliberately chose the Norway trip because it wasn't an ordinary proposal location and couldn't be seen by just anyone, creating an intimate and unforgettable moment.

When asked if she expected the proposal during this trip, Namtarn laughed and admitted she had been preparing for it on every trip, worrying it might happen unexpectedly. However, this trip didn't go as planned—Pai intended to propose on an earlier day but heavy rain discouraged them both, even making them consider alternative locations like Japan or Korea. Finally, when the clouds cleared and the northern lights appeared, he seized the moment. She noted how thoughtful he was, even having t-shirts made for their friends with "Will you marry me" printed on them.

Regarding wedding plans, Namtarn explained they haven't started detailed arrangements yet, as they're still waiting for both families to meet. She expressed hope to have the wedding by year-end or early next year, as Pai is 42 and she is 35, wanting to enjoy their wedding day fully before starting a family. The couple has already discussed having children, with Namtarn admitting they've even preserved eggs since the COVID period. She hopes to have two children to give them the sibling bond she shares with her own brother.

When asked about the secret to their 14-year relationship, Namtarn credited mutual understanding and compromise. Despite their nine-year age difference and initial misunderstandings, Pai's maturity and understanding helped them grow closer over time. She praised how he fits seamlessly with her entire social circle, from close friends to LGBTQ+ friends, and emphasized their approach of using compassion, quick forgiveness, and viewing each other as partners rather than adversaries. She humorously described their dynamic as complementary—she's the fire and he's the water—noting that he's never gotten angry at her intensely or suggested breaking up.

A overwhelming stench sweeping through a downtown Udon Thani condominium prompted staff to track down the source, leading them to a room occupied by a father and young son. Opening the door revealed a 4-by-6 meter room completely filled with garbage piled approximately 50 centimeters high, with rotting food emitting a powerful odor throughout the space and trash even covering the bed, TV, and dressing table.

On April 29, 2025, reporters visited the condominium to verify details after a Facebook user posted photos of the trash-filled room, warning others not to rent to "two guys, a father and small boy," noting they had reported the issue but couldn't claim damages. The 48-year-old tenant from Udon Thani had been renting the room daily for 300 baht for 3-4 years with his 7-8 year old son, working as a day laborer at the market.

Condominium staff member Ms. Oy revealed the room's condition: garbage covered the entire floor with piles reaching 50 centimeters high, leaving no walking space—not even on the bed, TV, or vanity table. The bathroom was equally filthy with dark mold and piles of unwashed clothes. Most garbage consisted of empty and uneaten food containers and water bottles, with rotting food creating a severe stench throughout. The room was also infested with bedbugs covering the walls.

Ms. Oy explained that the tenant initially paid rent regularly and seemed like a quiet person who would bring food to share, but eventually fell behind on payments, paying sporadically. After water pipes burst and water leaked to the floor below, staff discovered the room's horrific condition. When confronted, the tenant remained silent and refused to leave until management filed a complaint demanding compensation, after which he moved out. Ms. Oy expressed shock, noting the tenant lived alone with his son with no visitors, and the garbage consisted mostly of food containers and water bottles alongside unwashed clothes.

On April 29, Pukkamon Noonannan, a list MP from the Pheu Thai Party, raised concerns about falling palm oil prices during parliamentary discussion. Palm oil, globally demanded for biodiesel blending, has dropped from 8.24 baht per kilogram to 6.25 baht, despite prices steadily climbing from 6.14 baht in January to 8.24 baht in April, indicating abnormal market disruption.

The price collapse stems from Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Supattharaphan Sutthamphan's April 5 order banning palm oil exports effective April 7, except with special permission.

"Thailand previously exported 110,000 tons of palm oil monthly while producing 300,000-400,000 tons monthly—enough for domestic consumption and exports. Closing export doors when global demand exists has caused palm oil to stockpile at refineries, allowing capitalists to suppress prices," Pukkamon stated.

When farmers appealed to the Commerce Ministry for relief, authorities granted export permission, prompting questions about why the ban was imposed in the first place, creating unnecessary panic.

Pukkamon further noted that according to the Department of Energy Business on April 23, only 105 of Thailand's 26,000 gas stations offer B20 fuel—less than 1%. This indicates B20 demand hasn't materialized, yet the government rushed to restrict palm oil exports, crashing prices. She criticized this as prioritizing public relations over market mechanisms, with farmers bearing the consequences.

This week's episode of "Tee Tail Krua" visits the warm and welcoming home of rock star P'Toon Bodyslan and his wife Koi Ratchawin in Phuket. The couple describes their house, "Thalae Wela," not merely as a residence but as the heart of their family life. For the first time, they open every corner of the home they've carefully designed together. P'Toon's music recording studio was intentionally set up to nurture their son "N'Thalae," who fell in love with drumming as a child. A spa and hot spring room was created by Koi specifically for P'Toon to recover from the physical toll of his grueling concert tours. A physical therapy room reflects P'Toon's resilience—despite undergoing four surgeries, he continues to take the stage. A fitness room helps Koi maintain her health and strength in her role as a devoted mother.

The couple shares the origin story of their life in Phuket. P'Toon loved running there and invited Koi to join him. As he trained, he began imagining: if he had a family someday, he'd want to raise them here. This dream became reality when he made the major decision to drive Koi—who was 32 weeks pregnant—down south during COVID-19 to start fresh. What was supposed to be a Bangkok birth transformed into a complete new beginning in Phuket. After two years of adjusting, Koi expressed her gratitude: "Thank you for bringing me to such a wonderful environment. Our children get to grow up surrounded by nature. I've had the chance to reset myself and fully embrace my role as a mother every day."

Their love story is legendary—a woman who ran after a man named Toon, from north to south, and built a complete family together. Their relationship officially began 16 years ago at P'Toon's most vulnerable moment—hospitalized for surgery with Koi by his side. P'Toon acknowledges her tremendous sacrifice: she gave up her career, friends, and social life to move to Phuket and become a full-time mother and homemaker.

As a father, P'Toon intended to be strict and disciplined, but ultimately he indulges his children completely—especially his daughter, where his strictness virtually disappears. Fans who've heard the rocker's gentle voice with his kids find their hearts melting. The episode closes with a touching moment revealing Koi's true heart. When P'Toon arranged comprehensive life insurance, Koi replied: "I don't want the insurance payout. I want P'Toon's life—to stay with him and our children for as long as possible."

This is love transcending love itself—a small family overflowing with meaning in the home called "Thalae Wela" (Sea and Time). Follow this family's warmth and affection in the episode of "Tee Tail Krua" airing Sunday, May 3rd at 2:15 PM.

The Democratic Party's alliance with the Pheu Thai Party to challenge the NACC's dismissal of the Saksiam Chidchob case represents a noteworthy opposition political movement. The Democrats question the NACC's decision, arguing it may have selectively examined only favorable points while overlooking certain facts, particularly regarding the ruling's contradiction with the Constitutional Court's interpretation on nominee issues and company ownership. The Democrats have presented new evidence, including a directive from a former Transport Minister requiring procurement to be reported to the minister first. While not direct interference, this opens questions about indirect exercise of power and potential conflicts of interest. When combined with the issue of companies linked to the accused conducting business with agencies they oversee, these concerns challenge the standards of independent oversight bodies. The Democrats are pursuing parallel avenues—submitting through the Parliamentary Speaker under Article 236 for independent Supreme Court investigation while also directly requesting the NACC reconsider its decision, employing full constitutional mechanisms. However, the critical issue lies with the Parliamentary Speaker's discretion to decide whether to forward the case to the Supreme Court, raising impartiality concerns that have sparked proposals to amend Article 236 to remove this power. Beyond NACC oversight, what stands out most is the alliance between the Democratic Party and Pheu Thai Party, two parties previously holding notably different political positions. They are now choosing to seek common ground while preserving their differences in scrutinizing state power. This unified pressure significantly increases scrutiny weight, transforming scattered individual efforts into focused directional force. This signals to the government that opposition strategy is shifting from individual players to coordinated teamwork. How effectively the government can counter a unified opposition and manage heightened scrutiny remains a major point of interest.