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Local

Elderly Woman Nearly Shocked by Snake Crawling on Doorway—Opened Door Without Noticing, Creature Just Inches Away

A security camera captured a frightening moment when an elderly woman nearly came face-to-face with a cobra while opening her home's door in Ko Lanta. The snake was perched just inches above her head on the doorframe, and only noticed it when the cobra raised its head to look at her. She quickly shut the door and escaped unharmed, with the incident later shared widely on social media.

4 May Khaosod

A close call with danger! An elderly woman received a terrifying scare when she opened her home's door without realizing a snake was perched on it, positioned just inches from her face. Only moments later did she notice the cobra raising its head and staring directly at her, prompting her to quickly slam the door shut and flee. On May 4, the Facebook page "Jae Moy v+" shared a chilling clip of the incident captured on the home's security camera. The footage shows the elderly woman walking from the right side of the frame toward the door on the left. As she gently opens the door and begins to step through, she fails to notice the large snake clinging to the area above the doorframe. Moments pass before the snake raises its head and fixes its gaze on the woman. Realizing something is amiss, she looks upward and comes face-to-face with the large snake just inches away. Startled, she quickly shuts the door and rushes outside. Fortunately, she escaped without any injuries.

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National

Chelsea Battered at Home by Forest – Sixth Consecutive League Defeat

Nottingham Forest thrashed Chelsea 3-1 at Stamford Bridge to extend the managerless Blues' losing streak to six games, with a serious injury to promising youngster Jesse Derry marring the encounter.

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Chelsea faced Nottingham Forest in an English Premier League match at Stamford Bridge on May 4, with the managerless Blues taking on Forest, who are battling to climb out of the relegation zone.

Forest made a blistering start, scoring just two minutes in through Taiwo Awoniyi before extending their lead to 2-0 with Igor Jesus's penalty conversion in the 15th minute.

Late in the first half, a shocking collision occurred between Chelsea's promising youngster Jesse Derry and Forest's Zack Abbott over a header. Both players suffered serious injuries and were substituted, but Derry's condition appeared more severe, requiring medical staff to carry him off on a stretcher as the crowd applauded in support.

The incident earned Chelsea a penalty, but Cole Palmer's effort was saved by the visiting goalkeeper, leaving the hosts trailing 0-2 at the break.

Forest extended their dominance in the second half with Awoniyi adding his second of the match in the 52nd minute to make it 3-0. Chelsea thought they'd pulled one back when Joao Felix tapped in a rebound in the 73rd minute, but the goal was ruled out for offside following a VAR check, keeping the score at 0-3.

Chelsea salvaged a consolation goal in injury time with Joao Felix scoring with a stunning overhead kick in the 90+3rd minute, but it was too little too late. The 1-3 defeat extends Chelsea's miserable run to six consecutive league losses.

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Regional

Phetsai Tharn Faces Pen Dao: Revenge or Redemption in Chonburi

The traveling Muay Thai spectacular returns to Chonburi on May 5th with a highly anticipated rematch between knee specialist Phetsai Tharn from Surin and striker Pen Dao from Phang Nga. The main event bout will be broadcast live on True Visions NOW, with Pen Dao seeking revenge for a previous loss in March. Fans can watch the action starting at 6:00 PM on multiple channels or subscribe to the Now Muay Thai package for comprehensive coverage.

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The traveling Muay Thai spectacular comes to Chonburi with Phetsai Tharn facing off against Pen Dao in the headline bout, broadcast live on True Visions NOW.

Eastern Thailand fight fans are gearing up for five-star excitement at the Muay Thai spectacular traveling event, held at a temporary ring outside Chonburi Provincial Hall on Tuesday, May 5th. The highlight is a rematch between Phetsai Tharn, a student of the legendary Luang Pee Nam Fon and a formidable knee specialist from Surin currently on a three-fight winning streak. He's been training intensively at On Sukhumvit camp, showcasing his strong clinch control and devastating front kicks to subdue his opponent once again. His challenger is Pen Dao from Roongroj Promotion, a complete striker from Phang Nga who trains hard at Raiwai Muay Thai. Pen Dao comes in confident after a recent victory at Rajadamnern Stadium, ready to use his precise timing and sharp right kicks to counter the knee fighter and avenge his March loss in Phuket. This matchup pits aggressive power fighting against technical skill to determine who will reign supreme in Chonburi.

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National

Golden Buddha Hair Relic Opened for Inspection: Drama Over 50 Baht Gold Ends with Gold Embedded in Cement

A nearly 50-baht golden Buddha hair relic that was discovered to be mostly brass after 8 years was finally opened for inspection, revealing actual gold pieces embedded inside the cement filling. The discovery brought relief to craftsman Woraphon Chitthatham, who had faced potential legal consequences for the apparent missing gold, and resolved a drama that had troubled the community for over a decade.

4 May Khaosod

Golden Buddha Hair Relic Opened for Inspection: Drama Over 50 Baht Gold Ends with Gold Embedded in Cement—Craftsman Relieved to Find Gold Inside. May 4—A man brought a golden Buddha hair relic weighing nearly 50 baht for inspection after his family had collected 45 baht in gold to participate in a merit-making ceremony to cast the relic, with a local abbot and villagers contributing additional gold as well.

However, after 8 years passed, suspicions arose. When the golden relic was tested at a shop, the truth emerged: the nearly 50-baht golden relic turned out to be brass, with only 2-3% actual gold content remaining.

As a result, Phra Khru Pathumapunyabhassaipaithuraya Jaraban, 67, abbot of Wat Bunchuenchoo Temple in Pathum Thani Province, along with Nakorn Kanthoolis and disciples, filed a report with Deputy Investigation Officer Wuthinan Somsunant at Pak Khlong Rangsan Police Station in Pathum Thani, seeking both civil and criminal legal action until the case reached its conclusion.

Most recently, Phra Khru Pathumapunyabhassaipaithuraya and Phra Khru Prathip Thammo, abbot of Wat Dao Ruang Temple, along with craftsman Woraphon Chitthatham and temple committee members, held a meeting to find a solution regarding the missing gold from the Buddha hair relic. After Buddhist authorities approved an inspection, Woraphon used a steel cutting tool to slice open the relic crosswise, taking approximately 3 minutes. Upon opening it and removing the surrounding cement, gold pieces were discovered embedded inside at the end of the relic, bringing relief and joy to everyone involved.

With tears in his eyes, Woraphon stated that he had followed every detail of the news reports and was going mad because he had no idea what had happened to the relic over the past 10 years. He said he had been held responsible for whether gold existed inside or not, and if it didn't, he would face imprisonment—leaving his children's future uncertain. He expressed immense relief upon finding the gold was still there.

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Local

Buunchued Temple Mystery Solved: Gold Found Intact Inside Sacred Hair Relic

Buunchued Temple in Pathum Thani opened its sacred golden hair relic under public scrutiny and confirmed authentic gold nuggets remain sealed inside, dispelling concerns about missing precious materials.

4 May Khaosod

Case closed! Buunchued Temple in Pathum Thani has successfully opened and inspected the sacred golden hair relic (Phra Keshmala), confirming the gold is still inside. The temple denies any attempt to conceal the facts and commits to full transparency. Following widespread public concern about low gold content detected in initial testing of the Phra Keshmala at Buunchued Temple in Bang Poon subdistrict, Mueang district, Pathum Thani province, the temple conducted a formal inspection today with multiple witnesses present. Workers used an electric grinder to carefully cut the base of the relic, then gradually pried open the covering. Inside, they found a thick layer of plaster covering the cavity. Using a chisel, they carefully chipped away the plaster until golden chunks became visible. The full inspection revealed authentic gold nuggets sealed inside the relic's hollow chamber—the gold had not disappeared as some had speculated. The discovery brought relief and joy to the abbot, temple committee, and devotees. The temple firmly states it had no intention to hide anything and stands ready to disclose all details of the process for complete transparency. Special thanks to community leader Aw-Off of Bang Poon.

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National

Families evacuated from Gaza enjoy a day to decompress at Rome's ancient baths

Palestinian families evacuated from Gaza for medical treatment spent a day of respite at Rome's historic Baths of Caracalla, visiting the ancient archaeological site with the help of the volunteer organization Guides for Gaza. The outing, which included social activities and moments of reunion for families who hadn't seen each other since their evacuation, aimed to provide relief from medical treatments and the trauma of war. Some families at the site were also displaced multiple times, finding relative safety and stability in Italy through the country's humanitarian corridors program.

4 May Khaosod

ROME (AP) — The Baths of Caracalla, the sumptuously decorated public baths complex near the Colosseum, were long a place of leisure, healthcare and relaxation for ancient Romans. On Sunday, the place provided a different sort of decompression to a group of Palestinian children and their families who had been evacuated from Gaza for medical care, thanks to Italy's humanitarian corridors program. "We brought families with children so they could experience visiting an ancient archaeological site," said Luisa delle Fratte, a tour guide with Guides for Gaza, in an interview with The Associated Press. "We also offered them a snack, some games and moments of social interaction and togetherness." Ordinary Italian families mingled throughout the sprawling site, some settling on the grass to enjoy the springtime sun. The Palestinian families, all now residing in Rome, blended in seamlessly—following their tour guide and translator, taking selfies amid the ruins, and watching water jets shoot upward from the newly installed reflecting pool. Organizers designed the outing as a respite from medical treatments and the memories of war. "I was injured and lost my ability to speak, as well as mobility and normal function in my hand and leg," said 13-year-old Ahmed Skena, struggling to form his words. He added that he also lost his father and brother in the war. Mariam Dawwas, 25, attended with her husband and four young children, one of whom is ill. The family arrived in Italy after being displaced more than 10 times. "Thank God, I am still in a better situation than in Gaza, away from the bombing. At least I am safe, I have shelter, and there is light for my children," she said. Some of the families at Caracalla on Sunday knew each other from Gaza but hadn't seen one another since their evacuation, according to Delle Fratte. Guides for Gaza, a network founded last year in Umbria and Tuscany, has recently expanded to Naples and Rome. "It was very beautiful to see them there embracing again and meeting one another once more," she said. While the Palestinian families toured the ruins, other guides offered tours to Italians in exchange for donations to support Gazelle, a nonprofit involved in child protection projects in the Gaza Strip. The war in Gaza began with a 2023 Hamas-led attack on southern Israel, in which the militants killed 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and abducted others.

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Police

Loan Shark Charged with Three Serious Counts for Forcing Debtor to Record Explicit Videos and Coerce Sexual Acts

A 34-year-old loan shark in Nonthaburi Province has been charged with sexual assault, extortion, and illegal lending after allegedly forcing a borrower to record explicit videos and perform sexual acts when she fell behind on payments.

4 May Khaosod

A loan shark identified as Mr. Tao, age 34, has been charged with three serious counts following complaints from a 25-year-old victim. The victim, represented by Akekapon Luangprasert from the "Sanaemai Tongrod" social media page, filed a report with Rattanathibeth Police Station in Nonthaburi Province on May 4th. According to the complaint, the suspect coerced the woman to record explicit videos during the loan process and forced her into sexual acts after she missed four days of interest payments as a penalty. The suspect allegedly threatened to post the images and videos online if she refused to cooperate. Police questioned Mr. Tao for over an hour before conducting a search of his residence in Muang District, Nonthaburi Province, to gather evidence. When confronted by reporters during the search, the suspect flatly denied all allegations, claiming the entire story was false. He refused to provide any statement beyond denying the accusations. Police are preparing to file three charges: lending money at rates exceeding legal limits, sexual assault, and extortion through threats. The case will proceed according to the law.

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Breaking

Identity Confirmed: Man Found Dead Beside School Bathroom Had Escaped Home Just One Day Before Vanishing for Three Weeks

A 34-year-old man found dead beside a school bathroom in Buriram had escaped a psychiatric facility in Pathum Thani, returned home for one night, then vanished for three weeks. The cause of death remains undetermined pending autopsy results

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The identity of the man found dead beside a school bathroom has been confirmed. He had recently escaped and returned home, staying for just one day before vanishing for three weeks, ultimately being discovered in his current condition.

On May 4, authorities found the decomposing body of an unidentified man, approximately 40-45 years old, lying beside the bathroom of a school in Glanthai subdistrict, Muang district, Buriram province. The discovery caused significant alarm among police and residents, as there had been no missing person report and no prior signs of trouble before the body was found. Concerns arose about whether this could be a concealed murder case.

Police Colonel Warayus Chanyiam, commander of Buriram Provincial Police, subsequently ordered the investigating officers to urgently resolve the case to reassure the local community. Inspector Jarut Siriliang, superintendent of Muang Buriram Police Station, directed a detailed investigation into both criminal and public health records, leading to the identification of the deceased as Niphorn, 34, from Phrakru subdistrict, Muang district, Buriram province.

According to Natthrika, 49, a friend of the deceased's mother, the victim had a history of psychiatric treatment and drug rehabilitation in Pathum Thani province for over five years. He subsequently escaped from the medical facility and returned to Buriram, staying with relatives for only one night before disappearing for more than three weeks until his body was found.

Inspector Jarut reported that preliminary investigation of the scene revealed no signs of struggle. The cause of death remains unconfirmed pending a detailed autopsy report from the medical examiner.

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Police

Gunman Ambushes and Kills Police Officer from Ratapanung Station

An officer from Ratapanung Station was shot dead in an ambush in Pattani's Mayo District on May 4; police are searching for the unknown gunman.

4 May Khaosod

A police officer from Ratapanung Station in Yarang District was fatally shot by an unknown gunman in an ambush attack before the shooter fled. The incident occurred on May 4 at 5:25 PM in the Baan Muang Wan area, Moo 4, Sakob Sub-district, Mayo District, Pattani Province. The victim, identified as Sgt. Maj. Mayaki Deyaeh, 50, was found with fatal gunshot wounds. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation of the crime scene, gathering evidence, and actively pursuing the suspect for prosecution.

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Regional

Foreign youths accused of taking drinks without paying on Koh Phangan

A shop owner on Koh Phangan has warned other business operators after two foreign youths allegedly took two beers without paying and left the store. The incident occurred while a young female employee was working alone, and followed an earlier dispute over a refund claim. Online commenters have urged the owner to file a police report to prevent similar incidents in the future.

4 May Khaosod

SURAT THANI — A shop owner on Koh Phangan has warned fellow operators after two foreign youths allegedly took drinks without paying, according to a post shared on a local Facebook page. The owner posted on the public page "Koh Phangan" describing the incident, which occurred while a young female employee was alone in the shop. According to the post, the two youths had earlier purchased items and later returned, asking for a refund and claiming the products were fake. The employee refused, saying the shop sells only legitimate goods with proper tax stamps. The pair then turned to a refrigerator, took two cans of beer and told the employee they would take them instead, the owner said. The owner added that the employee, being young and not wanting trouble, allowed them to leave. The post was shared as a warning to other business operators, noting that "tourists come in many forms". The incident drew online reactions, with some users urging the owner to report the case to police, warning that failing to act could encourage repeat behaviour.

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National

Monk at Center of Scandal Accused of Affair with Villager's Husband; Father Insists Son Was Framed, Vows Lifelong Ordination

A monk accused of having an affair with a married man has disrobed and fled his temple in Ubon Ratchathani province following social media allegations. The monk's family and neighbors strongly deny the accusations, with his father insisting his son was falsely framed and had committed to lifelong ordination. The case has stirred significant controversy on social media, though the temple and family continue to maintain the monk's innocence.

4 May Khaosod

A monk accused of having an affair with a villager's husband has left the community, devastating neighbors and relatives who refuse to believe the allegations. The case surfaced through a social media page after a woman from Prachuap Khiri Khan province revealed that her 23-year marriage collapsed when she discovered her husband's relationship with a Buddhist monk. Wat Bung temple in Nakhon Ratchasima issued a statement clarifying that the monk in question was not a permanent member of their temple but merely a visiting student monk who later moved to Wat Hong Kham in Yasothon province.

When journalists visited Wat Hong Kham on May 4, they found that Phra Pornchai, 30, had already fled the temple the previous evening. Deputy abbot Phra Thong Thongchai, 52, confirmed that Phra Pornchai had disrobed and left around 4 PM on May 3 after authorities questioned him about the allegations. Phra Pornchai acknowledged knowing the woman's husband from before his ordination but denied the affair claim, insisting their communication was purely sibling-like in nature.

Journalists later visited Phra Pornchai's family home but found only his relatives present. His father, Khun Un, expressed shock and disbelief, stating his son was a good and honest person who intended to remain ordained for life. Neighbors also spoke in his defense, describing him as virtuous and sincere. His father believes his son has been falsely accused and noted that after disrobing, Phra Pornchai had already left the village. The family maintains that he was a dedicated practitioner who studied diligently and helped others throughout his time as a monk.

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