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Doctor Explains: Does Frequent Sexual Activity Really Damage Your Kidneys? Identifies 6 Risky Behaviors

A Chinese doctor clarifies that frequent sexual activity doesn't damage kidneys—a common misconception—but warns that six daily habits including holding urine, excessive salt intake, and irregular sleep genuinely harm kidney function.

3 May Khaosod

A 55-year-old man in China visited a doctor concerned about lower back pain, fatigue, and frequent nighttime urination, suspecting it was caused by his frequent sexual activity during his youth—more than 10 times per month. However, medical experts clarify this is a misconception. Dr. Guo Kai, vice head of the urology department at Zhujiang Hospital (Southern Medical University, China), explains that the kidney's function is to filter waste from blood and regulate water and mineral balance, while sexual activity primarily involves the cardiovascular, nervous, and hormonal systems—not the kidney directly.

Fatigue, back pain, or exhaustion after frequent sexual activity typically result from overall physical exhaustion, not direct kidney damage, especially when combined with insufficient sleep, alcohol consumption, or dehydration. For those in good health, appropriate sexual activity does not cause kidney deterioration.

Doctors warn that kidney damage develops gradually through accumulated daily habits rather than from a single incident. Six behaviors that damage kidneys include:

1. Regularly holding in urine—causes bladder tension and increases risk of bacterial infections and kidney inflammation 2. Eating too much salt and protein—increases blood pressure and strains kidney function 3. Drinking insufficient water or only when thirsty—concentrated urine increases risk of kidney stones and urinary tract infections; aim for 1,500-2,000 milliliters daily 4. Staying up late regularly—disrupts the kidney's nighttime regeneration cycle and damages small blood vessels 5. Regularly drinking alcohol and smoking—increases uric acid levels and damages blood vessels, accelerating kidney deterioration 6. Taking unnecessary medications and supplements—can strain kidneys excessively and increase acute kidney failure risk

Doctors emphasize that kidney health maintenance doesn't require extreme measures, but rather avoiding these harmful daily habits.

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Regional

Tragic: 25-Year-Old Weighing 198 kg Cannot Fit in Crematorium, Temple Uses Traditional Outdoor Cremation Method

A 25-year-old man weighing 198 kg was cremated using an ancient outdoor method at a Rayong temple after his body could not fit in the standard crematorium.

3 May Khaosod

On May 3, 2569, a funeral ceremony was held at a temple in Rai subdistrict, Muang district, Rayong province for Chanatip, nicknamed 'Not,' a 25-year-old man who weighed 198 kilograms. Because of his large frame, his body could not fit into the temple's crematorium, forcing officials to use 'chiang tako-on'—an ancient outdoor cremation method—instead. The ceremony was marked by deep sorrow as family members and friends wept with grief, while officials and villagers prepared the funeral pyre using firewood, charcoal, and oil as fuel. The cremation was conducted solemnly with screens placed around the area to minimize distress to attendees. The ancient 'chiang tako-on' cremation method is rarely seen in modern times but was necessary in this case due to the deceased's exceptional size. The event deeply moved all those in attendance as they bid final farewell to 'Not's' spirit.

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Community

Best Kamsing Reveals Why People Say She's Famous Because of Her Dad, Declares She'll Stand by Him Forever Given How Hard He Fought

Best Kamsing responded to critics who claim she achieved fame solely through her father's legacy, proudly sharing a video of legendary Muay Thai fighter Somluck Kamsing demonstrating his fighting prowess. She defended her father publicly, stating she would be honored to support him given his exceptional skills and the hard work he put in before she was even born.

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Close friends know better than the internet! Best Kamsing opens up about people crediting her fame to her father, saying she's proud to stand by him, declaring that if he fought this hard and is this skilled, she would gladly stick with him forever. This post is inspirational for everyone—pay no attention to what others say because they didn't raise you.

Best Kamsing posted a video of her father Somluck Kamsing demonstrating intense Muay Thai techniques with devastating combinations and powerful attacks against opponents, including punches, kicks, elbows, knees, and legendary evasion skills, along with a caption expressing her profound pride in her father.

"I woke up this morning and saw this video on my feed, so I wanted to share something. Some people like to say I'm famous because I'm riding on my dad's coattails (people on the internet don't know you like the people close to you do). I didn't feel anything about it back then, and I understand it. But I want to say that with the way he fought, with how skilled he is, I would gladly stay by his side forever."

"Because I'm incredibly proud of him, and watching this video just shows me how hard he fought before I was even born. This post is meant to inspire everyone. Don't pay attention to what others say—they didn't raise you. @somluckkamsing"

Comments from entertainment figures poured in with applause and admiration for Somluck Kamsing, a Thai legend, all echoing the same sentiment: fighting spirit, true skill is no joke, with comments like 'fighter's blood,' 'true skill is no joke,' and more.

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National

Red-Shirt Group Holds Countdown Event at Khlong Prem Prison for Thaksin's Conditional Release

Red-shirt supporters held a countdown celebration outside Khlong Prem Prison on May 3 ahead of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's conditional release scheduled for May 11. The group distributed lottery tickets and plans additional w

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A red-shirt group held a countdown event outside Khlong Prem Central Prison celebrating the conditional release and parole of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra on May 11. On May 3, 2025, red-shirt leaders including Dr. Payoor Klongyot, Phomsai Chalemsaen, Worrachai Heme, and Atthachai Anantmek took turns delivering speeches to mark Thaksin's release and supervised probation. Large numbers of red-shirt supporters participated in the gathering, and organizers distributed 350 lottery ticket pairs to boost morale among participants counting down to Thaksin's return. A follow-up countdown event is scheduled for May 10 from 2:00 PM to midnight, with the main welcoming reception beginning May 11 at 7:00 AM.

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National

Democrat Party Secures Bangkok Governor Candidate; Sakolthee Hints It's a Male But Won't Reveal Identity, Set for Mid-May Launch

The Democrat Party has identified a male Bangkok governor candidate but is keeping the identity secret until mid-May, when it will unveil him alongside all 50 district council candidates.

3 May Khaosod

The Democrat Party has secured a Bangkok governor candidate and plans to introduce the pick alongside all 50 Bangkok Metropolitan Council candidates in mid-May. On May 3, Sakolthee Phattiyakul, the party's list MP and deputy leader overseeing Bangkok operations, revealed that while the party has identified its gubernatorial candidate, the identity cannot yet be disclosed due to pending procedural steps. "I can confirm we have a Bangkok governor candidate ready, but there are still some processes to complete," Sakolthee said. "I can only tell you it's a male candidate, but I really cannot say who or their background right now." Sakolthee added that the party has finalized all 50 district council candidates. The party's administrative board will approve remaining candidates on May 5, followed by a meeting with all 50 district candidates on May 11 at party headquarters for briefing and alignment. The formal launch of all candidates is planned for mid-May onward to allow time for policy preparation and other details. Regarding whether a deputy governor team will be introduced simultaneously, Sakolthee indicated the team will be rolled out gradually rather than all at once. When asked about campaign activities, Sakolthee confirmed the party is conducting activities but will proceed when fully prepared, as other parties have already begun their campaigns.

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National

Former Coach's Assistant Reveals Rift Between Ten Hag and Ronaldo That Split Manchester United

Former assistant Steve McClaren reveals Cristiano Ronaldo's refusal to participate in pressing drills triggered the conflict with manager Erik ten Hag that ultimately split Manchester United's squad into opposing factions.

3 May Khaosod

Former Manchester United assistant Steve McClaren has revealed the rift between ex-manager Erik ten Hag and football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was caused by the latter's refusal to participate in pressing drills.

After Ronaldo returned to Manchester United in 2021, he scored an impressive 24 goals in 37 matches during Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's tenure. However, when ten Hag took over in 2022, periodic conflicts eventually led to a complete breakdown between the two. Both ultimately departed Old Trafford, with Ronaldo launching media attacks on the club's internal and external systems before moving to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, while ten Hag was removed from his post following disappointing performances.

McClaren recently revealed: "I told Erik from the start that one of you had to go. Cristiano isn't a difficult person to work with—he simply didn't want to do what ten Hag demanded, specifically helping with pressing in defensive situations. I myself told Ronaldo that if you want to play, you have to help squeeze the game in the opponent's half too. He said no one wanted to do that. Erik wanted his system, which created conflict with Cristiano. I tried to explain that we already had young strikers who were doing the pressing work."

These events caused the team to split into two factions, with some coaches building the team around Ronaldo while others supported the manager's approach, creating an imbalance that divided the squad between those who sided with Ronaldo and those who backed ten Hag.

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Police

Koh Pha Ngan raid exposes illegal school, unregistered foreign teachers

Authorities raided an unlicensed childcare centre on Koh Pha Ngan on May 1, discovering it was operating as a school with 163 children and six unregistered foreign teachers, resulting in nine arrests including owners and staff.

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Koh Pha Ngan raid exposes illegal school, unregistered foreign teachersLegacyA Koh Pha Ngan childcare centre was raided on May 1 after officials found it was allegedly operating outside the scope of its licence with unregistered foreign teachers and 163 children enrolled. Surat Thani Immigration police, Koh Pha Ngan police, district officials, and Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 officers inspected the property. The centre was licensed as a childcare facility operated by a juristic person for children aged two to six, with a limit of 18 children. However, the site was found operating as a non-formal school, with four classroom levels, teaching children from nursery age up to 12 years old. Photo via Matichon The school reportedly ran three terms per year and charged tuition of 32,000 baht per child per term. Officials found that the centre issued certificates to children who completed its courses, but staff could not show a licence to operate a non-formal school. A total of 163 children were found enrolled at the site. Thairath reported that the group included 89 foreign children aged two to 12, most of them Israeli nationals. Police arrested nine people, including three listed as owners or employers and six foreign teachers. Photo via Matichon The owners and employers were one Thai woman and two Iranian nationals. They were charged with employing foreigners without work permits, failing to report foreign workers within 15 days, breaching childcare centre rules, and operating a private non-formal school without permission. The six teachers were from the United States, South Africa, and France. They were charged with working without permits and failing to report their employer, workplace, and job duties within 15 days of starting work. All nine suspects were handed to Koh Pha Ngan police for legal proceedings. Photo via Thairath Surat Thani police also ordered an investigation into the company’s shareholder structure. Investigators found that the company had four Thai shareholders and three foreign shareholders from Iran and Estonia. The structure raised suspicion that Thai shareholders may have been used as nominees to conceal foreign-run business activity in the tourist area. In a similar case, a special operations unit conducted a raid on Koh Pha Ngan, apprehending a group of foreigners from Russia, Ukraine, and Myanmar involved in operating an illegal childcare centre. The story Koh Pha Ngan raid exposes illegal school, unregistered foreign teachers as seen on Thaiger News.

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National

DSI Completes Interrogation of 9 Shipping Companies Over 20 Suspicious Oil Tanker Trips to Surat Thani

Thai authorities have completed interrogation of nine shipping companies suspected of involvement in irregularities affecting 20 oil tanker voyages to Surat Thani, with approximately 57-60 million liters of fuel unaccounted for. The Department of Special Investigation is investigating alleged oil hoarding, transport delays, and violations of fuel distribution regulations, with companies citing hydrographic conditions and vessel breakdowns. Investigators plan to consult technical data from the Maritime Command Center to verify these claims and determine if additional agencies should be involved.

3 May Khaosod

On May 3, 2025, the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) summoned eight oil tanker shipping companies as witnesses and identified one additional leasing company, bringing the total to nine firms. The investigation followed discovery of irregularities in 20 vessel trips from 12 ships that loaded oil from Eastern Thailand refineries, with approximately 57-60 million liters of oil found missing at sea off Surat Thani. Violations are suspected under the Price of Goods and Services Act B.E. 2542, with allegations including illegal oil hoarding, transport delays, and refusal to distribute fuel.

Lieutenant Colonel Woranan Srilam, head of the Consumer Protection Division at DSI and chief investigator of Case No. 59/2569, revealed that representatives from all nine shipping companies have been interrogated. Two hiring patterns emerged: one where the refinery provides vessels according to transport plans, and another where destination companies arrange their own vessels or request the refinery to provide them.

Delays in vessel transit times were attributed to three factors: hydrographic conditions affecting channel depths and tides preventing scheduled docking; vessel repairs following breakdown reports that sometimes coincided with tidal issues; and situations where other vessels remained anchored during oil transfer operations or when oil remained in storage tanks, preventing cargo discharge. The Maritime State Command Center has submitted a vessel navigation analysis report to the investigation team.

Investigators will now cross-reference company statements with the Maritime Command Center's technical equipment details regarding transit delays, expected within the week. Separately, Thitiphat Chotidechachai, former Bangkok MP and chair of the Intensive Energy Reform Inspection Committee (Team Chudsoi), submitted 166 irregular fuel transport documents from March 2025 that do not comply with Energy Department announcements. These documents involved oil storage companies from Rayong and Chachoengsao shipping to Surat Thani, Chumphon, and Songkhla. The matter is under review to determine if it qualifies as a special case or should be referred to the Royal Thai Police.

Separately, DSI Case No. 66/2569 concerning fuel adulteration in Ang Thong Province is being handled by Colonel Niruit Pattanarat, the DSI's special case expert, who is currently gathering witnesses and evidence.

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National

South Korean Man Faces 5 Years in Prison for Creating AI Wolf Image That Sent City into Chaos

A 40-year-old South Korean man faces up to 5 years in prison after creating a realistic AI image of a wolf walking through Daejeon that went viral online. The fake image prompted a massive search operation that delayed the capture of a real escaped wolf by nine days and required extensive police and fire department mobilization. The incident underscores the serious real-world consequences of AI-generated misinformation despite platform safety measures.

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A 40-year-old South Korean man is facing up to 5 years in prison after creating an AI image of a wolf walking through a city, which triggered a major search operation before authorities discovered the entire thing was fabricated.

AI-generated images have become increasingly popular worldwide, ranging from obviously crude creations to photorealistic images indistinguishable from real photographs. Millions of people now use these tools daily, and although platforms have safety controls in place, they cannot prevent all unexpected consequences.

The latest case to become a major issue involves an image of a wolf appearing to walk down a city street that spread rapidly online. Despite seeming harmless, it sparked significant chaos in Daejeon, South Korea.

On April 8th, South Korean media reported that a wolf named Nuk-gu had escaped from Daejeon Zoo, with reports and photos claiming sightings within the city, prompting urgent official response.

However, it was later discovered that the circulated online image was "not real" but had been generated by AI through user commands, significantly complicating the situation beyond expectations.

South Korean authorities revealed that this single AI image delayed the wolf capture operation by as long as 9 days and required mobilizing large numbers of police and fire units, impacting core public safety operations.

Concerned the wolf might still be hiding in the city, authorities closed several elementary schools and deployed special emergency units for thorough area inspections to protect residents from potential danger.

As the investigation continued, authorities confirmed the image causing all the panic was indeed an AI fake, resulting in unnecessary diversions of operations and damage to emergency management.

Eventually, officials did locate Nuk-gu in the Daejeon suburbs, but significantly later than should have been the case. The 40-year-old AI image creator claimed he made it "for fun" and now faces potential prosecution and imprisonment of up to 5 years.

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Regional

Club President Rallies Phlan Kanchanaburi FC Fans: We Can Rise Again, Next Season Has Surprises in Store

Phlan Kanchanaburi FC has been mathematically relegated from the BYD Silayon Six League One after drawing 2-2 with Chonburi FC, leaving them with 23 points in last place with one match remaining. Club President Dr. Prawat Kittammagulnij rallied supporters with a Facebook post, assuring fans that the club won't abandon them and promising surprises for next season. The team will play their final match against Ratchaburi FC on May 10, 2025.

3 May Khaosod

After Phlan Kanchanaburi FC drew 2-2 with Chonburi FC in Match 29 of the BYD Silayon Six League One 2025/26 season, the team accumulated only 23 points and now sits in last place (15th) on the table. With just one match remaining, the club can no longer climb out of the relegation zone and relegation is now mathematically certain.

Club President Dr. Prawat Kittammagulnij recently posted on his personal Facebook page to address the team and supporters: "Hello T2, we may fall but we can rise again. How could we abandon fans like you? Next year still has surprises—stay tuned, I promise it will be fun. I couldn't attend the match today as I'm in Thong Pha Phum for the Thong Pha Phum Music Festival with half the province."

Phlan Kanchanaburi FC will conclude their season hosting Ratchaburi FC in the BYD Silayon Six League One 2025/26 on May 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM at Kanchanaburi Provincial Stadium (Klibua). The match will be broadcast live on AIS Play.

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National

'Thaeng' Unfazed by Poll Drop as 'Abhisit' Surges, Insists 'Pheu Thai' Works as a Team, Not Dependent on Individuals

Pheu Thai party leader Nutthapon Ruengpanyawut dismissed recent polls showing his declining popularity against rival Democrat Abhisit Vejjajiva, arguing the party's strength lies in teamwork rather than individual appeal.

3 May Khaosod

'Thaeng' Unfazed by Poll Drop as 'Abhisit' Surges, Insists 'Pheu Thai' Works as a Team, Not Dependent on Individuals, Vows Opposition Will Deliver Results for the People

On May 3, 2569, at Bang Khun Thian district, Nutthapon Ruengpanyawut, Pheu Thai party list MP and party leader, was interviewed about the opposition's recent political poll results showing his popularity declining while Abhisit Vejjajiva, Democrat party list MP and party leader, experienced a surge. He stated he believes Pheu Thai's strength comes from not being fixated on individuals; rather, the party functions as a team—across MPs and Bangkok Metropolitan Council members, supported by various sectors driving collective work. According to the latest Dusit Poll, it's not just a single Pheu Thai representative appearing in the rankings; Ratchanok Srinork, a Pheu Thai party list MP, also features prominently. Looking at the overall party approval scores, he maintains confidence that Pheu Thai remains the most popular political party currently. When asked whether these results would require greater effort, and whether the opposition might be competing against itself given the Democrats' previous strength in government oversight, Nutthapon responded that even if internal competition exists, as long as public benefit remains the primary focus and government oversight remains straightforward and transparent, ultimately the people will be the ones who benefit.

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