At 9:30 p.m. on May 21, 2569, Bang Lamung District Officer Anusak Piriyamorn, accompanied by former Pattaya City Mayor Pramesuan Gampichertkul, arrived at the scene of a fire that erupted on the seventh-floor rooftop bar of a prominent Pattaya hotel. Firefighters responded quickly with multiple water trucks and managed to contain the flames to the rooftop area, preventing the fire from spreading to other floors of the building.

Four people were injured in the incident. The first three victims—two Thai women and one Indonesian boy—suffered smoke inhalation. The fourth victim, a Thai man, sustained burns covering approximately 20% of his body after running through the fire and inhaling smoke. All victims were transported to nearby hospitals by rescue teams and medical personnel.

According to initial inquiries, the hotel had all 173 rooms occupied on the night of the incident, with guests consisting mainly of foreign nationals, including Indian tourists and visitors from various countries. The preliminary cause is suspected to be an electrical short circuit on the rooftop level, though officials will conduct a thorough investigation once the situation returns to normal.

At 10:30 p.m., firefighters brought the situation under control, with no visible flames remaining and only smoke lingering. Police Captain Aneuk Sathongyu, head of Pattaya City Police Station, along with Bang Lamung District Officer Anusak Piriyamorn and other relevant officials, were on-site investigating the cause and coordinating the evacuation of residents from the building. Nearly all occupants had been evacuated, though rescue teams continued searching to ensure no one remained trapped inside, as the hotel confirmed that all rooms were fully booked that evening.

The Tensia page has shared the case of a 54-year-old foreign patient experiencing persistent sexual arousal over the past two years. The man describes constantly feeling on the brink of climax, compelled to ejaculate continuously—if he doesn't, the buildup causes pain and creates a vicious cycle. While constant sexual arousal might seem desirable to some, this patient finds it torturous, as if something is perpetually lodged in his genitals, leaving his brain no rest.

The symptoms began approximately two years ago when he accidentally visited an adult website during routine internet use. Shortly thereafter, he experienced strange sensations of constantly feeling close to orgasm without any sexual stimulation present. Initially intermittent, the symptoms became persistent, occurring nearly all day and intensifying over time. He began releasing every 2-3 days, but the frequency gradually increased to 2-3 times daily through both masturbation and intercourse with his wife.

Crucially, he derives no pleasure from these releases—they feel forced, done to suppress the symptoms rather than for enjoyment. When he attempts to abstain, the torment worsens: increased agitation, genital tension and pain, and a sense of physical desperation. Relief is only temporary; after ejaculation comes exhaustion, nausea, weakness, and anxiety before the tension returns. His life has become entirely controlled by this condition—ejaculation provides no real relief, while abstinence brings torture.

Eventually, he consulted a urologist who conducted extensive testing: CT scans, ultrasound, cystoscopy, and brain MRI—all came back completely normal. No tumors, no neurological disease, no prostate abnormalities, no vascular issues. His only history was a previous urinary tract infection, long since treated.

He then visited a sexual health clinic where the doctor noted his severe anxiety and guilt about the day he accessed adult content, as if his mind was linking it to the condition's onset. However, no psychiatric disorder, psychosis, or severe depression was found.

After thorough evaluation, the doctor diagnosed him with Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD), also called Persistent Sexual Arousal Syndrome (PSAS). This condition involves the body becoming sexually aroused continuously without genuine sexual desire. Symptoms include persistent genital tension, constant near-orgasm sensations, pain and burning, the urge to ejaculate for relief, but without actual satisfaction—leaving many patients unable to function normally.

Critically, PGAD differs from typical high sexual arousal because patients don't actually "want" it; their bodies remain perpetually switched on, as if the genital nervous system is abnormally stimulated at all times. While the exact cause remains unknown, multiple theories exist regarding abnormal nerve sensations and neural dysfunction.

Ismae, a suspect wanted on four criminal warrants, voluntarily surrendered to authorities following brief negotiations by officers. Authorities warned that providing shelter, concealment, or supplies to fugitives is illegal.

Security forces launched an enforcement operation to apprehend a suspect in the old market area behind Sateng Municipal School 5 in Muang District, Yala Province.

As of May 21, 2025, authorities reported successfully resolving the situation while strictly adhering to legal frameworks and human rights principles. Officers coordinated with community and local leaders to conduct negotiations until the suspect, identified as Ismae (surname withheld), voluntarily surrendered. Ismae had four active criminal warrants issued against him. This approach avoided loss of life and property damage for all parties involved.

The Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 thanked the public for their cooperation and reiterated that providing shelter, concealment, or supplies to offenders violates the law. Anyone spotting suspicious activity or wanted individuals can report tips to the hotline 1341 or local task force units operating 24 hours daily.

Bangkok Labor Office Conducts Integrated Crackdown on Popular Market, Arrests 9 Illegal Foreign Workers, Reaffirms Protection of Thai Workers' Rights. At 9:30 AM on May 21, 2025, the Bangkok Labor Office launched an integrated operation with labor agencies to inspect foreign workers at the Sai Yai Market area based on hotline complaint 1374, resulting in the arrest of 9 foreign workers engaged in illegal employment. The operation stressed strict law enforcement to ensure fairness in the labor system and protect Thai workers' rights.

The enforcement operation was conducted by the Bangkok Labor Office in coordination with the Bangkok Employment Office, Area 5, and relevant officials who investigated complaint number 7671 regarding foreign workers at AC Market in Sai Yai, Sai Yai District, Bangkok. During the inspection, multiple foreign workers were found working, and although some had valid work permits, they were found to be working beyond their authorized rights and job categories. Officers detained them for investigation and legal proceedings.

A total of 9 foreign workers were detained, comprising 4 Burmese men and 1 Burmese woman, 1 Lao man and 3 Lao women.

All detainees were initially charged with being foreign nationals without work permits and working beyond their authorized scope, specifically engaging in retail sales—violations under Section 8 with penalties under Section 101 of the Foreign Workers Management Act B.E. 2560 (2017) and its amendments in B.E. 2561 (2018).

Following the arrests, the officers transferred the suspects to Sai Yai Police Station for further legal proceedings. The operation was conducted smoothly.

This enforcement action demonstrates the government's strict legal approach to regulating illegal foreign workers and reflects the integrated cooperation among all agencies to maintain labor security and build public confidence in the area on an ongoing basis.

Spanish media outlet AS reports that a proposal to expand the World Cup from 48 to 66 teams has returned to FIFA's agenda once again. FIFA recently expanded the World Cup from 32 to 48 teams for the 2026 tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico next month. However, Spanish media has revealed a proposal to further increase teams to 66 for the 2030 World Cup, which Spain, Morocco, and Portugal will co-host. This proposal emerged several months ago after CONMEBOL, South America's football confederation, sought to expand opportunities and make it easier for nations that have rarely appeared at the highest level of football to compete. The 2026 World Cup showcases examples of nations participating for the first time following the team expansion, including Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan. Reports indicate the concept is gaining traction within FIFA's offices and among various football confederations as a way to celebrate the World Cup more broadly with greater national participation.

On May 21, 2569, a 40-year-old mother from Wang Sam Mor district, Udon Thani province filed a complaint with media outlets after her daughter's case stalled without progress. A journalist accompanied her to submit a grievance letter to the Udon Thani Provincial Police Bureau, where Deputy Lieutenant Colonel Supatra Boonchan received the complaint on behalf of Provincial Police Commander Thawatchai Tungpao for further action.

The mother explained that the incident occurred on January 19, 2568, when her 14-year-old daughter was lured to a house by her 17-year-old boyfriend, Nai Win (name withheld), whom she had been dating for 6-7 months. The boy forced himself on her; though she initially resisted, his aggressive behavior and her emotional attachment caused her to comply. The mother noticed her daughter's depression and eventually learned the truth.

She attempted negotiations with the boy's family twice. The first settlement offer was rejected when she requested 250,000 baht in compensation; they counter-offered only 50,000 baht and demanded she let her daughter live with them. Refusing to hand over her child, the mother filed a report at Wang Sam Mor Police Station on February 3, 2568. A medical examination confirmed vaginal tears.

The mother has spent over a year following up on the case with only vague promises and no results. The original investigating officer, Tit Phongsakul, eventually left the force, and responsibility transferred to Deputy Lieutenant Colonel Kirattipong Saensrimahachai. Despite the officer's March 24 promise to complete the summary within a week, subsequent follow-ups were repeatedly delayed and deflected.

The accumulated stress over nearly two years and perceived injustice have caused the mother severe health deterioration: lupus, severe depression relapse, and insomnia requiring increased medication. Her lawyer advised escalating the complaint to provincial command, urging them to pressure investigators to submit the case to prosecutors and bring the suspect to trial without further delay, preventing the case from being forgotten and the perpetrator escaping justice.