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Baitoey Suwapitch Updates on 1-Year-Old Brother Chan's Development: Speaking Well and Daddy's Boy

Actress Baitoey Suwapitch shared updates on her 13-month-old son Chan's development, highlighting his strong speech abilities and active learning phase while revealing family challenges during their first trip to Japan together.

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Actress Baitoey Suwapitch took a break from her son Brother Chan to attend the "EVEANDBOY BEST SELLING AWARDS 2025" at One Bangkok, where she updated fans on her 13-month-old son's development. She described Chan as being in an active learning phase, developing strong speech abilities and memory skills, constantly pointing at things and attempting to repeat words after his parents.

Speaking about her son's growth, Baitoey explained that Chan is developing on schedule with excellent communication skills and curiosity about his surroundings. She noted that at 10 kilograms, he's become heavy enough that family members need to take turns holding him. She shared that her husband Pap has become very involved in parenting, now treating father and son equally with his work responsibilities.

Describing their first trip to Japan as a family, Baitoey called it both fun and challenging. She and Pap had to abandon their original plans and prioritize their son's needs, including dealing with jet lag and bedtime adjustments. Despite the difficulties, she felt it was worthwhile when she saw Chan experiencing new sights and sounds with wonder in his eyes.

When asked about jet lag challenges, she revealed that the two-hour time difference caused Chan to have delayed sleepiness and crying fits at night. The parents barely slept during their 6-7 day trip, constantly switching caretaking duties. Baitoey suggested they might wait a bit longer before turning into a full-time travel family, noting that Chan still needs further physical development and might feel uncomfortable with too much travel.

When asked if they might be bringing back a Japanese younger sibling, Baitoey didn't complete her response, but she had already stated earlier that she currently has no plans for a second child, wanting to devote her full time and energy to raising Chan.

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National

Sophorn Confirms Flooding and Floating Debris in Parliament Building Caused by Heavy Rainwater, Orders Improvements

Heavy rainfall flooded Parliament's basement on May 21, prompting Speaker Sophorn to order drainage improvements and implement stricter waste management across the building.

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On May 22, 2569, Parliament Speaker Sophorn Sarum gave an interview regarding the heavy rainfall that flooded the B1 basement garbage storage area on May 21, resulting in widespread floating debris. Sophorn explained that while the Parliament building's open-air design had been criticized as a construction flaw, he inspected the premises firsthand and found that heavy rainfall caused water to flow from the first-floor vehicle ramp down to the basement, overwhelming the small drainage pipes. He conducted a full inspection of all floors, particularly the ninth floor which is an open-air area with undersized drainage pipes, causing flooding problems during heavy rain. Sophorn ordered fixes to address the design flaws, such as uncovered emergency stairwells, to prevent such issues from recurring. Regarding garbage management, Sophorn stated: "I have instructed a comprehensive waste separation program in coordination with Parliament administration. We have implemented concrete waste separation measures during all plenary sessions and Senate meetings, where we discovered significant garbage volume. Therefore, we must prioritize waste segregation and request cooperation from all staff not to litter. These measures will be strictly enforced going forward." When asked about the effectiveness of the Parliament's energy-saving measures, Sophorn said he would provide comparative data showing electricity usage before and after the measures, noting preliminary results showing reduced utility costs.

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National

Pakkapol Gamlaksana and Family Donate Over 35 Million Baht to Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society

Bhakapol Gamlaksana and his family donated 35 million baht to Chulalongkorn Hospital to support medical care for impoverished patients and establish a hematology clinic fund.

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Bangkok, May 21, 2026 — Pakkapol Gamlaksana, Chief Operating Officer of Charoen Pokphand Group, joined by his mother Jiraphaa Gamlaksana and wife Nathaphan Luangviriya, has continued the spirit of sharing and social contribution by donating 35,087,992.29 baht to Chulalongkorn Hospital of the Thai Red Cross Society to support medical and patient care services. The donation was received by Associate Professor Dr. Nucha Jirakalpawasan, Vice Dean for Academic Affairs at Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Medicine, and Associate Professor Dr. Gaviruch Tantivongse, Vice Dean for Physical Systems, on behalf of the hospital.

Chulalongkorn Hospital of the Thai Red Cross Society stands as a premier medical institution in Thailand and serves as a crucial resource for people of all walks of life. Each year, the hospital treats large numbers of low-income patients, as well as monks and novices from across the country. This support plays a vital role in easing the hospital's burden and strengthening its capacity to provide more efficient patient care.

The donation is divided into two main components: First, establishing the "Pakkapol Gamlaksana and Family" fund worth 30 million baht to assist low-income patients, including attendants of disabled monks and novices receiving treatment at Chulalongkorn Hospital, ensuring equitable access to medical care. Second, contributing 5,087,992.29 baht from a wedding celebration to support the Hematology Clinic in the Bhumisoril Mangclanusorn Building, to procure medical equipment, improve facilities, and enhance the quality of care for blood and hematological disorders, which continue to rise in prevalence.

This donation represents another powerful act of sharing that supports Chulalongkorn Hospital's important mission to strengthen Thailand's public health system and provide quality medical treatment accessible and timely to all patients, while alleviating suffering for the underprivileged. This aligns with the hospital's commitment to sustainably improve the quality of life and health of Thai people.

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National

JSP Capitalizes on Thailand's Aging Society, Confident in Achieving 10% Sales Growth

JSP projects 10% sales growth this year despite modest Q1 performance, banking on Thailand's aging population's demand for health and wellness products while expanding into international markets.

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JSP revealed how Thailand's aging society is driving consumer spending, with the company targeting revenue growth of no less than 10% this year despite overall economic headwinds and plans to expand into foreign markets. Pisanu Daengprasert, CEO of JSP (Thailand) Public Company Limited, disclosed that the company recorded 201 million baht in sales and service revenue for the first quarter of 2025. While overall sales growth has been modest—reflecting the global economic impact of rising oil prices—the company attributes softer Q1 performance to seasonal patterns, as promotional pricing in the previous quarter's final stretch led to bulk purchasing orders that temporarily suppressed Q1 demand once prices normalized.

However, sales remain supported by Thailand's growing elderly population, who prioritize preventive health care, driving consistent demand for body care products. The company is closely monitoring market conditions and adjusting distribution strategies with selected partners showing positive momentum. JSP remains confident that Q2 2025 sales will gradually recover and meet targets, with the full year 2025 still tracking toward 10% or better revenue growth, partly due to anticipated 10% increases in pharmaceutical prices linked to rising crude oil costs.

The company is executing two core business strategies: first, driving its flagship product lines with strong customer loyalty—particularly Sudapho Oasot rice bran products, which benefit from robust repeat purchase rates and have gained credibility through peer-reviewed international research validating product efficacy; second, expanding into international markets to diversify revenue sources and reduce market concentration risk while seeking new business partnerships abroad to strengthen competitiveness in the growing global health sector.

Beyond these core strategies, JSP is pursuing aggressive marketing tactics to broaden its customer base, expanding brand awareness among target demographics through both digital and traditional channels, positioning itself to reach customers domestically and internationally.

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Regional

Preparing for Monsoon Season: Chao Phraya Dam Mobilizes Machinery to Clear Tens of Thousands of Water Hyacinths Upstream

The Chao Phraya Dam has deployed boats and heavy machinery to remove tens of thousands of water hyacinths and debris upstream before monsoon season, ensuring drainage systems operate properly during potential flooding.

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Chai Nat – The Chao Phraya River Water Supply and Maintenance Project in Saraphi District, Chai Nat Province has mobilized water hyacinth removal boats, extended-boom backhoes, and various machinery to urgently collect tens of thousands of water hyacinths, weeds, and accumulated garbage in the area upstream of the Chao Phraya Dam. The operation aims to open water channels and prevent obstructions to the drainage system, implementing the Royal Irrigation Department's nine-point strategic plan to prepare for the 2025 monsoon season and ensure irrigation systems operate at full capacity before the flooding period begins.

Thalerngkitти Suwannachat, director of the Chao Phraya River Water Supply and Maintenance Project, explained that removing water hyacinths and weeds from the dam area is an annual routine task, particularly as the rainy season approaches when water hyacinth accumulation becomes denser than normal. The dam has therefore mobilized machinery for urgent collection and increased collection points to prevent these plants from obstructing or damaging water drainage structures. If left unmanaged, they could significantly impact water management during mid-monsoon or flooding periods.

Regarding overall water conditions in the Chao Phraya Basin this year, meteorological agencies forecast that Thailand may face scattered rainfall and possible El Niño effects in some periods. The Royal Irrigation Department has prepared contingency measures and comprehensive water management plans. Current water reserves in major dams, including Bhumibol and Sirikit Dams, remain adequate to meet the needs of all water users throughout the country.

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Police

Five Gunshots Echo at Surin Border; Military Says Cambodia Deliberately Provoked, Orders Forces to Maintain Rules of Engagement

Five gunshots were fired from Cambodian territory near Border Marker 18 in Surin province on May 21, with the Thai military characterizing the incident as deliberate provocation and vowing to lodge a formal protest through diplomatic channe

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On May 22, 2569, Army spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Winthhai Suwari disclosed that the Thai Army received a report on May 21 from Unit 2603 of the Suranari Task Force while conducting fortification improvements at Border Marker 18 in Kabchoeng district, Surin province. At 14:20, troops heard five small-caliber gunshots originating from the south at approximately 600 meters away, within Cambodian-controlled territory. After hearing the shots, the troops ceased activity and conducted thorough observation but detected nothing unusual and resumed their mission. No Thai personnel were injured and no return fire was initiated to avoid revealing Thai positions and troop deployment. The Suranari Task Force has ordered units to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to rules of engagement according to the situation. While Cambodia's actions appear to be long-range provocation, they clearly constitute behavior in violation of the joint statement. The Suranari Task Force will lodge a protest with Cambodia through established coordination channels in the area.

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Police

Drug-addicted brother grabs knife to stab mother; older sibling witnesses and intervenes, shoots him in the face and kills him at home

A man shot and killed his drug-addicted younger brother in Nakhon Si Thammarat after arriving home to find him attacking their mother with a knife.

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On May 21, 2569, police from Chulaphon Station, Nakhon Si Thammarat province, responded to a homicide report at a residential home in Na Moh Bun subdistrict, Chulaphon district. Officers discovered the body of 33-year-old Aek lying face-down inside the house, shirtless and wearing gray shorts, with a large knife in hand. The body bore gunshot wounds to the face.

Investigators learned that Aek had a history of drug addiction and had quarreled with both his 66-year-old mother and his 44-year-old brother, Chai. When their mother called for help, Chai rushed home from Tung Song district, where he runs a clothing manufacturing and sales business. Arriving at the scene, he found Aek wielding a large knife and about to attack their mother. Acting in shock and desperation, Chai shot Aek fatally in the face before fleeing.

Police tracked down Chai and arrested him at his residence in Pak Phraek subdistrict, Tung Song district, recovering the firearm used in the incident. During interrogation, Chai explained that their mother had called him in distress, warning that Aek would harm her. Chai stated his younger brother had a longstanding drug problem and frequently became violent, attacking both their mother and household members. Despite previous attempts to get Aek treatment, he returned to drug use after each rehabilitation attempt. Chai believed that without his intervention, their mother would have been fatally stabbed.

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Police

18-Year-Old Arrested for Forging Documents, Impersonating Government Official to Steal 600,000 Baht in Poor Housing Repairs Fund

An 18-year-old was arrested for forging documents and impersonating government officials to steal nearly 600,000 baht from a poor housing repair fund in Buriram Province, abandoning construction projects and embezzling welfare money.

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On May 22, 2569, Piyanat Seangiam, director of Social Development and Human Security for Buriram Province, along with Tanaphon Muangchaleom, acting director of the Community Organization Development Institute (Public Organization) in the Northeastern Regional Office, Wutthipong Luongudonthai, chairman of the Community Organization Network for Buriram Province, and related agencies held a fact-checking meeting regarding Jetrin, 18 years old, who falsely claimed to be a government official and Zone 6 chairman to defraud a sufficient housing program for repairing homes of poor residents in Charoem Subdistrict, Prakon Chai District, Buriram Province.

On March 5, 2569, the Charoem Subdistrict Community Organization Council approved a budget of 375,000 baht for a housing repair program covering 11 homes. Jetrin claimed he would oversee all repairs but only completed 7 homes, leaving 4 unfinished, resulting in damage of approximately 140,000 baht. He then disappeared without returning the funds despite multiple requests from the council chairman.

Additionally, Jetrin is accused of defrauding members of the community welfare fund, embezzling over 426,000 baht, bringing total damages to nearly 600,000 baht. He allegedly befriended government officials and agency representatives, claiming he would build homes for elderly poor residents, convincing them to demolish their old houses, but then never constructed new ones while also stealing money from their accounts.

The Charoem Subdistrict Community Organization Council, the welfare fund, and affected elderly residents have filed complaints with Baan Bua Police Station. During an agency coordination meeting, Jetrin called community council chairman Eud Sanprakon requesting mediation and claiming he would repay the housing repair funds, but refused to disclose his location or provide specific repayment terms. He also alleged that others were involved.

Piyanat Seangiam revealed that investigation confirmed Jetrin is not a government official and has no affiliation with the Community Organization Development Institute as claimed. He gained credibility by being the grandson of a welfare fund vice-chairman and by posting doctored images on social media to appear legitimate before impersonating officials to various agencies to build trust and access information, enabling multiple scams.

Beyond the community organization complaint, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security has assigned lawyers to help affected elderly victims file additional reports. Related agencies will expedite securing additional budget to repair the remaining 4 homes and assist the affected elderly residents.

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Police

Father on Motorcycle Taking Child to School Struck Head-On by Pickup Truck, Three Killed

A motorcycle driver and two children were killed in a head-on collision with a pickup truck in Surat Thani on Thursday morning while the man was taking the kids to school.

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At 7:26 AM on May 22, 2025, Deputy Superintendent Supanat Ponlaksa (Investigation Officer) of Mueang Surat Thani Police Station received a report of a vehicle collision on Soi Srivichai 21 (at Tha Khaek intersection), Makham Tia Subdistrict, Mueang District, Surat Thani Province. Officers and emergency responders from Surat Thani Hospital and rescue services immediately responded to the two-lane soi.

At the scene, two bodies were found: Kittipat (surname withheld), 47 years old, and a 6-year-old first-grade student referred to as "A." A third victim, an 11-year-old fifth-grade student referred to as "B," was also severely injured. Emergency personnel rushed the injured child to Surat Thani Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Investigators found a red Ford pickup truck bearing Sakon Nakhon license plates at the scene. The driver, identified as Niphaphat (surname withheld), was behind the wheel. A Honda Click motorcycle bearing Surat Thani license plates was found wedged underneath the pickup.

Preliminary investigation indicates that Kittipat was the guardian of both children and was riding his motorcycle to take them to school when the collision occurred. The pickup truck driver has been taken to Mueang Surat Thani Police Station for questioning and remains under police investigation.

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Police

Chai Chana Exposes Chinese Scammers Hiring Thai Nominee to Launder Money Through Unlicensed Entertainment Venues

Chinese nationals banned from their homeland are using Thai nominees to operate unlicensed entertainment venues and restaurants across Bangkok as fronts for money laundering, according to a Democratic Party deputy who has referred the case

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Democratic Party deputy leader Chai Chana Detchdetcho announced on May 22, 2025, that the party's volunteer legal clinic received complaints about a Chinese gray-market group holding foreign passports who cannot return to China and have set up businesses in Thailand. The group operates multiple money-laundering fronts including restaurants, entertainment venues, noodle shops, KTV bars, and luxury karaoke lounges on Ratchada Road and in the Meng Chai and RCA areas, as well as a supermarket. These establishments belong to the Chinese group but are registered under Thai nominees, locally called "straw men." They employed a Thai man with the initials R. (nicknamed Ruea) to register the businesses and hold shares on their behalf. The businesses report revenues of 30-100 million baht despite insufficient investment, and the entertainment venues operate without proper licenses, staying open until dawn with drug use occurring inside.

The Chinese gray-market group members own luxury homes in upscale suburban areas and maintain a "straw man network." The straw man network leader, R. Ruea, was previously arrested in 2020 for illegally crossing into Cambodia. He was formerly based in Bangkok but currently resides in Nonthaburi Province. Chai Chana revealed the straw man network structure, showing how R. Ruea owns the operation while accounting staff manages funds and others hold assets. R. Ruea has placed vehicles and land with friends, and property with his parents. He registered companies but never filed financial statements, as has his mother. The group reportedly owns luxury homes valued at 20 million baht in Nonthaburi. Chai Chana said he will forward all evidence to Phitthak Detcha, a Democratic Party MP and chairman of the parliamentary anti-money laundering and drug trafficking committee, to coordinate law enforcement action.

Chairman Detcha stated that R. Ruea, approximately 30 years old, is uninvolved in politics, while the straw man network manager also faced similar charges. He noted the Prime Minister has ordered provincial police commanders and governors to strictly suppress such operations. As a legislator, Chai Chana pledged to closely monitor the case, emphasizing that without stopping scammer gangs, Thai society will continue facing serious crime problems.

Chairman Detcha also noted that the Chinese gray-market group modified KTV buildings, dividing them into private bar-like rooms where drugs are used, with construction costs exceeding 20 million baht. The group targets commercial buildings and converts them into small bars with illegal activities. He questioned whether Bangkok authorities, particularly former Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, knew about the structural modifications and whether inspection teams verified if these venues complied with Bangkok regulations.

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National

Chaiyachai Pud, Former Senior Official, Raises Concerns Over Unlicensed Clinics Conducting Foreign Worker Health Screenings Amid Ebola Fears

An ex-senior official warns that roughly 50 unlicensed medical clinics in Thailand are illegally conducting health screenings for foreign workers, creating public health risks amid Ebola concerns and potentially classifying screened workers

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On May 22, 2025, Democrat Party MP and Deputy Party Leader Chaiyachai Detchdecho addressed concerns regarding the government's decision not to register Cambodian foreign workers. He revealed that unregistered Cambodian workers remain in Thailand with companies registered at the Department of Employment, with some failing to return home despite expired work permits—a violation of law. Regarding medical clinics, approximately 70 facilities are currently registered with both the Department of Employment and Ministry of Public Health, while another 50 operate with registration but lack proper licenses, making them unable to legally issue health certificates for foreign workers. Clinics must meet strict standards and possess certified laboratory facilities to issue valid certificates. Workers receiving screenings at unlicensed clinics are classified as illegal workers, creating public health risks, especially given current Ebola outbreaks and other infectious diseases. Chaiyachai cited the Hospital Act, Section 35(4), which mandates one-year imprisonment and license revocation for unlicensed facilities. He plans to submit his findings to Sakolthee Pattiyakul, chair of the parliamentary health committee, to investigate which clinics are legitimate and how many workers are affected. Chaiyachai emphasized the need to examine employment agencies, noting that some clinics registered with the Department of Employment but not the Ministry of Public Health belonged to former senior government officials, requiring thorough investigation for full public disclosure.

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