On May 23, 2569, it was reported that an emergency agenda item will be added to the parliamentary session on May 28, seeking approval under Article 125 of the Thai Constitution following an urgent letter from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to the Speaker of Parliament requesting permission to summon MP Chinnapat Nakasum of Songkhla province from the Palang Pracharath Party for questioning and testimony during the parliamentary session.

The letter, signed by Pol. Lt. Gen. Yutthana Praedham, director-general of the DSI, dated May 16, 2569, states that the Technology and Information Crime Division is investigating illegal online gambling operations without proper authorization under the Special Cases Investigation Act B.E. 2547 and amendments, which involve offenses committed outside Thai territory.

The Supreme Prosecutor's Office has assigned special investigation officers to proceed with the case and file charges against those involved in conspiracy and participation in transnational criminal organizations. The DSI has therefore submitted a letter to Parliament requesting permission to proceed under Article 125 of the Constitution during the current parliamentary session.

The agenda item has been placed as urgent business on May 28 for the assembly to consider whether to grant the DSI permission to summon Chinnapat for questioning and testimony in accordance with constitutional procedure and parliamentary rules. This process is necessary because MPs enjoy parliamentary immunity during sessions, and any action involving detention or interrogation requires prior approval from Parliament.

"Rong Jo" (Deputy Lieutenant Suebtsakdi Pansueb, deputy commander of the mobile patrol unit at Wang Thong Lang Police Station) partnered with fellow former Thai national takraw athletes to fundraise for the construction of a takraw court at Ban Chok Nasa Sam School in Prasart District, Surin Province. The group also donated sports equipment to inspire children and young people to participate in the sport, with the goal of expanding interest and participation in takraw among the community.

Lumpini Police, in cooperation with the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security and Immigration Police Division 1, arrested 10 Vietnamese women aged 17-44 in the Sukhumvit Soi 4 area on May 22 at approximately 8 p.m. following complaints of street solicitation. The operation was led by Pol. Col. Witwat Chinkham and other senior officials who coordinated surveillance after receiving complaints and viewing social media videos showing foreign women engaging in suspected solicitation activities toward tourists in the public pedestrian areas. After identifying suspicious behavior, police officers approached the subjects for inspection and made arrests in Sukhumvit Soi 4, Khlong Toei Subdistrict, Bangkok. All 10 suspects were charged with soliciting for prostitution in public areas in a manner deemed indecent and causing public disturbance. They were handed over to Lumpini Police for further legal proceedings.

Krung Thai Bank is facilitating registration for the Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40 program by opening special service points on Saturday May 23 and Sunday May 24, 2569. Services will include registration assistance and guidance for the Pao Tang and Thung Ngern applications, operating between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM. Those wishing to register as Thung Ngern merchants without an existing Krung Thai Bank account can open one at department store branches.

Special service points and operating hours are available across 13 locations including branches in Sakaew, Phangnga, Chainat, Uthai Thani, Phichit, Phayao, Narathiwat, Yala, Satun, Bueng Kan, and Sisaket, with most locations operating 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Saturday and selected branches continuing Sunday service.

Check Your HDL Levels Now: Low HDL Signals Vessel Damage—Here's How to Improve

On May 23, 2569, Dr. Jetsada Bunyavongvirojn, Deputy Director of Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Hospital in Nakhon Ratchasima, posted on his 'Dr. Jed' Facebook page explaining that during health checkups, most people focus on whether their LDL, blood sugar, or triglycerides are high, but many overlook another important value: HDL, or 'good cholesterol.' Some people consistently have low HDL, while others try hard to raise it as much as possible, thinking higher is always better. Let's get to know this value properly. I'll explain it simply and show you how to increase your good cholesterol.

1. HDL is the 'garbage truck' of your blood vessels HDL's job is to transport excess fat and some fatty deposits back to the liver, reducing buildup in your blood vessels. So if HDL is low, it's like your vessel's garbage collection system isn't working well. Fat is more likely to accumulate and stick to vessel walls, causing inflammation, stiffening, and increasing the risk of narrowing in the future.

2. Low HDL doesn't just mean 'you have little good cholesterol' Actually, low HDL often signals that 'your metabolism is having problems.' People with consistently low HDL usually also have a belly, high triglycerides, insulin resistance, blood sugar fluctuations, or fatty liver, because the body is inflamed and managing fat poorly. Many don't realize it because other blood values might not be obviously elevated yet.

3. What HDL level should concern you? Generally, HDL below 40 mg/dL in men and below 50 mg/dL in women is considered risky, as it's associated with increased heart and vessel disease risk—especially if combined with high triglycerides, a large belly, or high LDL. When low HDL comes with excess belly fat, insulin resistance risk rises even more.

4. Low HDL means your vessels may be silently deteriorating Many people don't have particularly high LDL but have very low HDL, which is still risky because it reflects that vessels may be inflaming and the body isn't handling fat well. Some people have had low HDL for years despite being relatively young, and when left unchecked, fatty deposits accumulate in vessels more rapidly.

5. Is higher HDL always better? This is a common misconception. Abnormally high HDL doesn't necessarily mean increased heart disease protection. What truly matters is 'whether HDL is functioning well' and how little inflammation your body has overall, rather than just the number alone.

6. Exercise genuinely helps HDL Consistent movement—brisk walking, weight training, or cardio—improves HDL levels. When muscles work, the body handles fat better. Some people see HDL improvement within just a few months of consistent exercise. The more muscle mass you have, the better your metabolism and fat response become.

7. Smokers, night owls, and sugar lovers typically have low HDL These habits cause chronic inflammation, making HDL function poorly. Many people take cholesterol medication but if they still smoke, sleep at 2 AM, and drink sweet tea daily, their HDL won't rise easily because the root causes aren't addressed. The longer you wait, the faster your vessels deteriorate.

So what should you do if your HDL is too low?

- Exercise regularly, especially weight training and cardio - Reduce sugary drinks, fried foods, and processed foods - Increase good fats like fish and omega-3s

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.