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Department of Mineral Resources Issues Landslide and Flashflood Alert for Three Northern Provinces

Thailand's Department of Mineral Resources has issued landslide and flash flood alerts for Mae Hong Son, Chiang Rai, and Chiang Mai provinces due to heavy rainfall expected through May 11. Local authorities and volunteers are mobilizing eme

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May 11, 2025 – The Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Center under the Department of Mineral Resources, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, has issued an alert for landslides and flash floods in high-risk areas experiencing continuous heavy rainfall, particularly in the northern region, specifically Mae Hong Son, Chiang Rai, and Chiang Mai provinces.

According to the Meteorological Department, between May 10-11, 2025, the upper part of Thailand will experience thunderstorms with strong gusty winds and heavy rainfall in some areas, especially in the northern region. This is caused by a high-pressure zone and cold air mass covering the Northeast and the South China Sea, combined with southerly and southeasterly winds carrying moisture from the Gulf of Thailand and South China Sea into northern Thailand.

The southern region will also see increased rainfall with heavy downpours in some areas due to strengthening easterly winds covering the Gulf of Thailand, the South region, and the Andaman Sea. Wave heights in the Gulf of Thailand are expected to reach approximately 1 meter, with thunderstorm areas experiencing waves exceeding 2 meters.

Volunteers and network coordinators in at-risk areas are urged to continuously monitor and track landslide and flash flood conditions while preparing emergency response measures. Relevant agencies must closely follow the situation and conduct immediate field inspections if disasters occur, providing timely reassurance and preliminary guidance to residents in vulnerable areas.

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Opposition submits to House Speaker to send 200-billion-baht loan freeze to Constitutional Court, citing violation of Constitution

Opposition lawmakers petitioned the Constitutional Court to freeze 200 billion baht from a 400-billion-baht emergency decree, arguing the energy restructuring funds violate the Constitution and lack genuine urgency compared to true economic

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On May 11, 2025, at Parliament, opposition leaders including Nattapong Rueangpanyawuthi (Pheu Thai) and Korn Chatikavanich (Democrat Party) submitted a petition to House Speaker Sophon Saramuli requesting the Constitutional Court review a 400-billion-baht emergency decree, arguing that 200 billion baht for energy restructuring was illegally included and violates Article 172 of the Constitution regarding urgent necessity.

Nattapong stated that the opposition is using constitutional rights under Article 173 to challenge the decree, claiming the energy restructuring component is not economically critical and lacks genuine urgency, but was bundled with emergency relief funds. The opposition contends that energy restructuring could be handled through annual budget appropriations or specific relief measures under existing revenue laws, not through an emergency decree.

Korn added that while the Constitution allows borrowing during economic crises, the opposition must verify whether this truly meets legal urgency criteria, comparing it to past emergencies like the Asian financial crisis, hamburger crisis, and COVID-19 pandemic. He noted that the decree has already been published in the Royal Gazette and is in effect, but the opposition's petition asks the court to rule on whether funds already spent would need to be returned if the decree is deemed unconstitutional.

The opposition emphasized their petition was carefully drafted to request a temporary suspension order freezing only the 200-billion-baht portion deemed non-urgent, with case-by-case judicial review. Nattapong warned that previous Constitutional Court rulings have sometimes overstepped executive authority, and the opposition plans to propose establishing an ad hoc committee to further investigate.

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National Anti-Corruption Commission and Interior Ministry Investigate Chinese National's Thai ID Citizenship, Trace Lineage Back to Grandfather's Generation

Authorities investigated a Chinese national's Thai citizenship after online media raised questions about how he obtained a Bangkok identity card, finding his 2008 naturalization followed proper procedures dating back to his grandfather's ge

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The National Anti-Corruption Commission and Interior Ministry have investigated a Chinese national's Thai citizenship documentation, with preliminary findings showing no legal violations. Online media sparked controversy by publishing an identity card belonging to Cheng Zhao Wu, registered in Bangkok's Bang Khae District, raising questions about his connection to a Chachoengsao weapons case and how a Chinese citizen obtained Thai identification. Initial investigations revealed that Cheng Zhao Wu received his Thai identity card through proper procedures via nationality verification, with his family obtaining Thai citizenship dating back to his grandfather's generation. Cheng himself acquired Thai nationality in 2008 and operates a phone equipment wholesale and retail business, denying any knowledge of another individual mentioned in connection with the case. On May 11, 2025, at 11:40 a.m., anti-corruption officials led by Secretary-General Pumiwisai Kasemsukon and Deputy Secretary-General Siripong Sritula, along with Interior Ministry representatives, visited Bang Khae District office to investigate the identity card's issuance. District Director Tianchai Wongsuwan explained the legal procedures and supporting documents dating back to 2008, noting that officials at that time reviewed immigration documents and blood relationship evidence for paternal nationality verification. Tianchai clarified that previous statements to media merely explained existing documents without confirming legal compliance, as the incident occurred over a decade ago. The district is currently investigating only Cheng Zhao Wu's case due to its public exposure, with other relevant documents requiring coordination with the Interior Ministry and relevant registration offices. Regarding the possibility of retroactively investigating other foreign nationals with similar cases, Tianchai stated that procedures from a decade ago cannot be easily verified, but the news prompted officials to review the original case files. Police confirmed that Cheng Zhao Wu's case has no connection to a Chachoengsao weapons and explosives case, though they did not verify the legal validity of his identity card. Officials who processed the 2008 case have since retired, and there is currently insufficient grounds to summon them for testimony unless central authorities issue specific orders.

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Community

Chief Sangha of Sri Lanka Presides Over King Ashoka Commemoration at Phu Phasai Buddhist Temple

Sri Lanka's Chief Sangha presided over a King Ashoka statue consecration at Phu Phasai Buddhist Temple in Nakhon Ratchasima, drawing Buddhists from multiple provinces for rituals honoring the ancient Buddhist ruler.

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The Chief Sangha of Sri Lanka, Ven. Varagakodatha Sri Gnanaratna Mahathera from the Asgiriya Siam Branch, presided as religious leader over the King Ashoka statue consecration ceremony at Phu Phasai Buddhist Temple in Sung Noen District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. The event was organized jointly by the temple's abbot, Ven. Mahathiranatha Akukathiro, and the Dhamma Army Foundation, led by attorney Ananchai Chaiyadeach.

Buddhists from multiple provinces attended the serene and spiritually-charged ceremony, dressed in white and ascending to the hilltop ritual grounds overlooking the prominent golden stupa. The ceremony featured graceful processions honoring King Ashoka accompanied by ceremonial music, followed by ritual offerings, incense lighting, and the chanting of sacred invocations by attorney Ananchai Chaiyadeach. Participants then scattered rice and flowers in reverence of the King Ashoka statue, blessing their lives and the nation.

The formal Buddhist blessing ceremony followed, with the Sri Lankan Chief Sangha and monks lighting sacred flames and performing traditional blessings and chanting. The melodious sounds of auspicious chants resonated throughout the grounds as Thai and Sri Lankan participants united in reverence and joy. Deputy Governor Kanasorn Sricharoen of Nakhon Ratchasima joined in the offerings, while the Chief Sangha blessed the site with ceremonial anointing and stone dedication. Thai monks presented traditional offerings to the Sri Lankan monastic delegation, and the Sri Lankan monks reciprocated with gifts, all amid an atmosphere of deep respect and gratitude from Thai devotees, government officials, renowned actress Aom Atchaya Chumsananun, and countless worshippers.

This historic ceremony at Phu Phasai Temple represents not only an important milestone for the temple but also reflects the profound faith of Buddhist practitioners and the deep bonds between Thai and Sri Lankan Buddhist communities working together to preserve and sustain Buddhism's beauty and strength for future generations.

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National

His Majesty Graciously Grants Certificates of Ecclesiastical Rank to Three Buddhist Monks

King Maha Vajiralongkorn has elevated three Buddhist monks to the ecclesiastical rank of Phrarachakhan through royal decree, recognizing their spiritual leadership across temples in Suphan Buri, Nakhon Pathom, and Bangkok provinces.

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His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun has issued a royal decree granting ecclesiastical rank certificates to three Buddhist monks on May 11, 2025. The Royal Gazette website published the royal proclamation announcing the elevation of three monks to the rank of Phrarachakhan (ordinary class). The three recipients are: 1. Phra Kru Sophon Kunnathar from Wat Sali in Suphan Buri province, elevated to ordinary class Phrarachakhan with the new title Phra Sophon Vachirathada. 2. Phra Kru Kovit Sutkarn from Wat Khok Khema in Nakhon Pathom province, elevated to ordinary class Phrarachakhan with the new title Phra Vajradhamma Kovit. 3. Phra Kru Soraphanya Pisuthi from Wat Mai Thepnimit in Bangkok, elevated to ordinary class Phrarachakhan with the new title Phra Vajrapanya Suthee. These appointments are effective from May 9, 2025, and were officially announced on May 11, 2025, marking the 11th year of the current reign.

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National

Yasuthorn Lays Out 8-Strategy Blueprint to Drive Innovation-Led National Transformation

Deputy PM Yasuthorn unveiled an eight-pillar innovation strategy to transform Thailand's economy and society over the next four years, focusing on integrating existing innovations across sectors from healthcare and semiconductors to AI and

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Deputy Prime Minister Yasuthorn Wongswaddi, who also serves as Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, unveiled Thailand's innovation transformation vision at the Matichon X AIS Forum 2026 on May 11th at Pullman King Power Hotel. He emphasized that while Thailand possesses numerous innovations, they lack proper integration with various sectors including economics, society, and international relations. The ministry will identify sectoral challenges and deploy innovation to address issues ranging from disaster management to environmental protection over the next four years.

The comprehensive action plan comprises eight strategic pillars covering all development dimensions:

1. Promoting an innovation ecosystem connecting universities, government, private sector, funding sources, and entrepreneurs while advancing intellectual property commercialization 2. Developing Thailand as a health and wellness hub, from herbal medicine and cosmetics to advanced medical technology 3. Establishing semiconductor industry foundations to support future industries like electric vehicles, AI, and next-generation communications 4. Driving the nation forward through AI and data under the "AI for ALL" concept 5. Investing in frontier technologies including quantum computing, space exploration, and green energy 6. Promoting security technology covering cybersecurity, national defense, disaster management, and Net Zero goals 7. Advancing anti-corruption technology toward digital government with comprehensive data transparency and public services 8. Transforming universities to world-class standards as knowledge-creation centers and developers of high-quality human resources

Yasuthorn emphasized that innovation originates from people, and everyone can create it. The first strategy focuses on building ecosystem mechanisms within Thailand, with the ministry handling education, research, and technology studies aligned with global changes while developing workforce skills accordingly. He stressed that education, research, and innovation must grow together, and while Thailand's research capacity isn't yet at full shelf capacity, researchers need space for trial and error while ensuring research addresses future opportunities. Yasuthorn called for collective efforts to establish automatic research infrastructure that would survive any change in political leadership, ensuring innovators, researchers, and practitioners can connect to generate continuous research and development leading to income generation and sustained innovation cycles, including technology transfer from abroad.

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Daughter Demands Justice After Father Dies Following Plantar Wart Surgery, Returns to Hospital in Pain

A man died hours after returning to a Surat Thani hospital with complications from plantar wart surgery, with an autopsy revealing severe allergic reaction; his daughter is demanding answers over conflicting hospital records and undocumente

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On August 11, 2569, Ms. Saowanee (surname withheld), 40, from Surat Thani province, demanded justice regarding her father's death following a plantar wart surgical procedure. Her father experienced severe wound pain five days after the January 5 surgery and returned to the hospital on January 10 at 1:48 PM. Although he could walk into the emergency room, doctors indicated they would administer antibiotics, but later denied having done so. After eating fried noodles, he suffered vomiting and seizures before dying at 3:05 PM.

The daughter noted her father had no previous heart disease history, only hypertension, elevated cholesterol, and stage 3 kidney disease. Staff did not measure his blood pressure upon readmission despite his medical conditions. An autopsy performed on January 20 at a Nakhon Si Thammarat hospital revealed tryptase levels exceeding 200 ng/mL (normal range: 1.9-13.5), indicating severe allergic reaction. The pathologist concluded death resulted from sudden cardiac arrest, likely triggered by anaphylaxis.

CCTV footage appeared to show intravenous medication administration through IV lines, yet hospital records claim no medications were given. The family observed severe vomiting and seizures preceded death, contradicting the hospital's documentation. The family is demanding accountability and transparency regarding the treatment provided and the discrepancy between observed medical intervention and official hospital records.

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Famous Influencer 'Nee' Shocked as Car Crashes Through Her Home While She Sleeps

A car crashed through influencer Nee's home while she slept at 4 a.m. when the driver fell asleep at the wheel; everyone escaped injury though the house sustained significant damage.

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Famous influencer Nan Ladapa Tangnimitthana, known as 'Nee,' had a shocking experience when a car suddenly crashed through her home. The younger sister of prominent beauty influencer Nat Nisamanee Lertworppong was asleep when the incident occurred around 4 a.m. Fortunately, no one was injured, though the house sustained significant damage.

Nan shared a video of the incident on social media with the caption: "One in a million delivery service—straight to the house! Everyone is safe, including the driver. Only the house is damaged! Address: 588/78." In the video, she explained that she heard a loud noise while sleeping and discovered a car had crashed through the fence and into her home, causing extensive damage to both the structure and contents.

Nan's house is located at the edge of the housing development along a wall. Normally, vehicles would curve and turn right at this location, but the driver revealed he had fallen asleep at the wheel, causing the car to crash directly into the house. Fortunately, the driver was unharmed.

The driver's insurance will cover the damages, and he has accepted full responsibility. Nan has filed an official police report. Her sister Nat Nisamanee immediately traveled to support her sibling, particularly concerned given that Nan is currently pregnant.

Nan concluded by cautioning: "Accidents can happen anywhere at any time. Stay alert. Who knew I'd get this kind of delivery while just sleeping at home?" Comments flooded in with encouragement and concern for both Nan and her unborn child, with many praising her composure. Notably, many Thai netizens jokingly asked for the lucky house number 588/78 as lottery numbers.

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National

International Entertainment – In the Grey: A High-Octane Action Blockbuster from Director Guy Ritchie

Guy Ritchie's "In the Grey" follows an elite team including Jake Gyllenhaal and Henry Cavill as they hunt down billions stolen by a shadowy organization, delivering explosive action sequences and high-stakes thrills when it hits theaters Ma

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International Entertainment – Hunt in the shadows! "In the Grey" is this year's most explosive action thriller! Featuring a powerhouse cast delivering pure cinematic mayhem. Where there's a criminal underworld, there's a team to take them on! Director Guy Ritchie's blockbuster action film "In the Grey" stands out for its distinctive approach to action cinema, featuring brutal, precise, and sharp combat sequences.

The excitement is led by an elite ensemble cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Henry Cavill, Issa Gonzalez, and accomplished actress Rosamund Pike. Gyllenhaal plays Bravo, a master criminal with daddy-level cunning and tricky schemes. Cavill plays Sid, a ghostly gentleman who moves through the midfield—a man of few words but heavy fists, a full-blooded operative. Gonzalez plays Rachel, a strategic lawyer with lethal beauty and profound intelligence—a multi-billion dollar prize no one can let slip away.

When billions of dollars are stolen by a sinister shadowy organization, the mission to recover it must fall into the hands of this elite team. Bravo, Sid, and Sofia form a legendary covert unit operating in the shadows. They're as skilled in wielding power as they are with weapons and devastating firepower, along with elaborate deception tactics.

Get ready to witness pure adrenaline-fueled madness. Full action spectacle hits theaters May 14th.

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National

Lao Lottery Results for May 11, 2025 - Pattana Lottery Prize Check Latest Draws

The Lao government's Pattana Lottery held its May 11, 2025 drawing with results across multiple prize categories from 6-digit to 2-digit numbers. Draws occur weekdays with live broadcasts at 8 PM Thailand time on Lao National Radio and Tele

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Lao Lottery Results for May 11, 2025 - Pattana Lottery Prize Check Latest Draws

Summary of results from the Lao People's Democratic Republic government lottery, officially called Pattana Lottery, under the supervision of the Ministry of Finance. Latest drawing on May 11, 2025 produced the following prizes:

6-digit prize: XXXXXX 5-digit prize: XXXXX Last 4-digit prize: XXXX Last 3-digit prize: XXX Last 2-digit prize: XX

Pattana 5/45 Lottery Results for May 11, 2025 Pattana 5/45 set lottery numbers drawn: XX, XX, XX, XX, XX

Lao Lottery Prize Rates and Prize Calculation Methods When checking Lao lottery tickets, buyers can calculate winnings based on their ticket purchase amount (in Kip) as follows:

4-digit numbers: Receive 6,000 times the stake (example: buying 1,000 Kip wins 6,000,000 Kip) 3-digit numbers: Receive 500 times the stake (example: buying 1,000 Kip wins 500,000 Kip) 2-digit numbers: Receive 60 times the stake (example: buying 1,000 Kip wins 60,000 Kip)

What is "Lao Lottery" or "Pattana Lottery"? What Time Are Draws Held? Lao Lottery, officially called Pattana Lottery, is operated by the state-owned Pattana Lottery Company under supervision of the Lao Ministry of Finance. It is a legally sanctioned government lottery in Laos.

Lao Lottery Schedule and Broadcast Channels Drawing days: Monday through Friday; Pattana 5/45 lottery draws on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Time: Live broadcast begins at 8:00 PM Thailand time Broadcast channels: Lao National Radio and Lao National Television Channel 1 (LNTV)

How to Check Lao Lottery 6-Digit, Last 4-Digit, Dream Numbers, and Animal Name Numbers The Lao lottery drawing system starts with a single 6-digit prize draw but can be divided into multiple prize categories based on regional preferences. The most commonly used category is the last 4-digit number. Additionally, there are dream number lotteries (4/40) and animal name number drawings, which are unique features of lottery games in Laos.

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National

BCPG Reports Q1 Net Profit Surge of 373.5% Driven by Foreign Investment Portfolio

BCPG's Q1 net profit surged 373.5% to 722.3 million baht, boosted by gains from US natural gas plants and a Laotian wind farm that started operations last year.

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Ravi Bunyasinsouk, President and Chief Executive Officer of BCPG Public Company Limited, announced that first-quarter 2025 operating results showed net profit of 722.3 million baht, up 373.5% year-over-year, with total revenue of 1,098.7 million baht, representing a 50.3% increase.

The growth was driven by profit sharing from natural gas power plants in the United States, which recognized higher capacity revenue, along with profit recognition from the monsoon wind farm project in Laos that began commercial operations in Q3 2024. Revenue increases were primarily attributed to recognition of district cooling system project revenue at its initial operation stage, involving asset transfers according to contract terms, along with corresponding cost of sales and services recognition.

"The operating results reflect a strong start to the year for the company, supported by our investment projects including natural gas power plants in the United States and the monsoon wind farm in Laos. We continue to expand our clean energy and infrastructure investments," Bunyasinsouk stated.

Recently, the company reached an agreement and took over assets for a rooftop solar power project with total capacity of 17.5 megawatts to support electricity sales under a private power purchase agreement (Private PPA), which will increase recurring revenue proportion and strengthen competitive capabilities. The company remains focused on efficient project portfolio management to ensure stable long-term cash flow.

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