The United States has mandated that the Democratic Republic of Congo's national football team undergo a strict 21-day quarantine, or face potential denial of entry to compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following an Ebola outbreak in the country. Andrew Giuliani, director of the White House's task force for the World Cup, confirmed that the DR Congo team must isolate for 21 days or risk being barred from traveling to the United States for the tournament. The DR Congo is one of several countries currently battling the Bundibugyo ebolavirus strain. Before the World Cup begins, the DR Congo team is scheduled to train and play two friendlies in Belgium, with the U.S. requiring the quarantine to take place there. Giuliani stated, "We have informed DR Congo that they should implement strict 21-day quarantine measures before traveling to the United States on June 11, otherwise they risk not being permitted entry into our country." All of the DR Congo team's players and coaches reside outside the country, with most players based in France, though some team staff members who live domestically have already left the country.

The Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy rain in scattered areas across the North, Upper Northeast, East, and South regions over the next 24 hours due to the moderate southwest monsoon system covering the upper Andaman Sea and Thailand, combined with southerly and southeast winds bringing moisture from the South China Sea to northern Thailand, alongside a low-pressure zone over northern Vietnam.

The public is urged to exercise caution against dangers from heavy and accumulated rainfall, which may cause flash floods and flash flooding, particularly in areas with steep slopes near waterways and low-lying areas. Residents should also monitor their health during this period of changing weather conditions.

Sea conditions in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand are moderately rough. The upper Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand have waves approximately 2 meters high, while the lower Andaman Sea and lower Gulf of Thailand have waves of 1-2 meters. Areas with thunderstorms may experience waves exceeding 2 meters. Fishermen in these areas are advised to navigate cautiously and avoid areas with thunderstorms.

Regional forecasts from 6 AM today to 6 AM tomorrow:

North: Thunderstorms in 60 percent of the area with heavy rain in some areas, particularly in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Lampoon, Tak, Kamphaeng Phet, Phichit, Phitsanulok, and Phetchabun provinces. Low 23-25°C, High 33-36°C. Southwest winds 10-20 km/h.

Upper Northeast: Thunderstorms in 40 percent of the area with heavy rain in some areas, particularly in Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Udon Thani, and Sakon Nakhon provinces. Low 24-25°C, High 34-36°C. Southwest winds 10-20 km/h.

Central: Thunderstorms in 60 percent of the area, mainly in Nakhon Sawan, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Nakhon Pathom, Samut Songkhram, Samut Sakhon, and Ayutthaya provinces. Low 24-26°C, High 34-36°C. Southwest winds 10-20 km/h.

East: Thunderstorms in 60 percent of the area with heavy rain in some areas, particularly in Nakhon Nayok, Prachinburi, Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat provinces. Low 25-27°C, High 30-35°C. Southwest winds 20-35 km/h. Sea waves approximately 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas.

South (East Coast): Thunderstorms in 60 percent of the area with heavy rain in some areas, particularly in Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, and Surat Thani provinces. Low 24-26°C, High 34-36°C. Southwest winds 15-35 km/h. Waves 1-2 meters nearshore, approximately 2 meters offshore, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas.

South (West Coast): Thunderstorms in 70 percent of the area with heavy rain in some areas, particularly in Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, and Krabi provinces. Low 23-26°C, High 32-35°C. From Phuket northward: Southwest winds 20-35 km/h with waves approximately 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas. From Krabi southward: Southwest winds 15-35 km/h with waves 1-2 meters.

Lens concluded the 2025-26 season on a high note, decisively defeating Nice to secure the French Cup title for the first time in club history and capturing their first major trophy in 27 years.

The 2025-26 French Cup final took place on May 22 between Ligue 1 rivals Lens and Nice at the Stade de France. Lens proved the sharper side, scoring through Florian Thauvin in the 25th minute, Aurelien Tchouameni in the 42nd minute, and Abdullah Sima in the 78th minute. Nice's sole goal came from Khaled Goulibal in the 45+3rd minute, with Lens winning 3-1.

This French Cup triumph represents a watershed moment for Lens, marking their first-ever championship in this competition after previously managing only three runner-up finishes. The victory also marks the club's first major trophy in 27 years, dating back to their French League Cup triumph in 1998-99.

Meanwhile, since Lens had already secured a UEFA Champions League spot as Ligue 1 runners-up this season, the UEFA Europa League spot from this cup has transferred to sixth-placed Reims, while seventh-place finisher Monaco will compete in the UEFA Conference League.

On May 22, 2025, at Hua Hin Municipality Hall in Prachuap Khiri Khan, Deputy Mayor Atichard Chaisri presided over the opening of the second "Hua Hin Police United CPR Training - Police Help Save Lives" program. The event included Hua Hin Police Station Commander Kampanart Na Wichai, municipal administrators, members of Hua Hin Rotary Club, and 50 police officers who participated in the training.

Deputy Mayor Atichard Chaisri stated that Hua Hin Municipality, in collaboration with Hua Hin Rotary Club, Hua Hin Police Station, the Hua Hin/Cha-am Tourism Business Association, and partner organizations, organized this second basic life support training program to equip police officers with fundamental knowledge and skills in emergency patient care (Basic Life Support).

Since police officers frequently encounter emergency situations on roads and in public places, they play a critical role in providing proper assistance to the public before medical professionals arrive. The training combines theoretical instruction and practical exercises in proper CPR techniques for cardiac arrest patients, automated external defibrillator (AED) use, and choking assistance. Experts from Bangkok Hua Hin Hospital, Hua Hin Hospital, Phetchkasem Foundation Hua Hin, Nong Plab Subdistrict Administrative Organization, and Hua Hin Municipality served as instructors, with the goal that officers will be able to respond correctly and promptly in unexpected emergencies and share this knowledge with others.

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Prince of Songkhla University, in collaboration with a network of pharmaceutical and health science educational institutions, is launching the 8th Current Drug Development International Conference 2026 (CDD2026) under the theme "Future Medicine and Healthcare," scheduled for May 21-23. The conference serves as an international forum for exchanging knowledge, academic progress, and research in drug development, pharmaceuticals, health products, cosmetics, and health technology, while promoting collaboration among researchers, faculty members, graduate students, and industry representatives from both Thailand and abroad. The event is headed by Professor Dr. Theeraphol Srichana, Director of the Drug Delivery System Excellence Research Center at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, along with Assistant Professor Dr. Chatchai Wattanapirom, Dean of the Faculty, at the Duangchanok Convention Hall, Duangchat Resort and Spa in Phuket.

Professor Dr. Theeraphol Srichana stated that the conference reflects a commitment to advancing drug development and health science comprehensively, from creating new knowledge and building on innovations to establishing guidelines aligned with sustainable development and efficient use of natural resources. The primary objective is to drive high-quality research toward practical applications that benefit the health system, society, and commercial development.

The conference also serves as a platform connecting scientists, academics, and researchers from diverse fields to exchange knowledge, perspectives, and new scientific ideas, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to jointly develop strategies addressing future health challenges. The conference has generated overwhelming interest with nearly 200 participants and a record-breaking number of international registrants. The number of oral and poster presentations has exceeded previous conferences held in 2566, confirming the increased standards, quality, and recognition of this academic platform.

Participants also have the opportunity to advance their research for publication in international peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus. Pharmacist participants receive 7.5 continuing education credits in pharmaceutical sciences, representing an important benefit supporting professional development.

"The success of this conference stems from strong collaboration among pharmacy faculty networks from 7 leading Thai universities and 1 Malaysian university, which serves as a vital force in elevating academic cooperation and advancing health knowledge to the international level," Professor Dr. Theeraphol remarked.

CDD 2026 covers four major fields: natural products and traditional medicine, pharmaceutical biotechnology and pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutical technology and drug delivery systems, and cosmeceuticals and nutrient pharmaceuticals. The conference features 4 keynote speakers and 8 invited speakers from leading Thai and international experts sharing knowledge on contemporary issues including microneedles for drug delivery, vaccine design of the future, and drugs and bioactive compounds from natural resources.

The Southern Border Security Command (Region 4 Forward) honored Sgt. Nattawut Surathat, a brave police officer who sacrificed his life for peace in Thailand's southern border region. On May 22, 2025, during civil unrest in Pattani Province, assailants used firearms to attack Sai Buri Police Station in Sai Buri District. Sgt. Nattawut Surathat, 29, a squad leader from Nong Chik Police Station who was stationed at Sai Buri Police Station, sustained critical injuries and died at the hospital that evening. At 22:10, Air Chief Marshal Ekwattiwit Chobchooprohl, spokesman for the Southern Border Security Command (Region 4 Forward), stated: "The Southern Border Security Command (Region 4 Forward) expresses deepest condolences for the loss of Sgt. Nattawut Surathat, a dedicated and courageous police officer who died from wounds sustained when assailants opened fire on Sai Buri Police Station in Pattani Province on May 22."