ONE Championship is serving up maximum entertainment with The Inner Circle streaming exclusively to members on Live.ONEFC.com from 6:30-8:30 PM, followed by ONE Lumpinee 155 broadcasting to 195 countries worldwide from 8:30-11:30 PM. The card features 14 matches at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium (Rama Intra) on Friday, May 22, 2026, with all 28 fighters having successfully completed weigh-ins and hydration testing.

The Inner Circle main event pairs Yodiq Ananat, a 24-year-old ONE Championship red-card fighter from Buriram, against Russia's 31-year-old undefeated Kiamran Nabati in a Muay Thai bantamweight bout (135-145 lbs). Another standout matchup features 21-year-old British fighter Freddie Haggerty against 18-year-old Franco-Thai boxer Yoonis Ananat in a Muay Thai strawweight division (115-125 lbs).

The ONE Lumpinee 155 main event opens with a title opportunity bout between 23-year-old knee specialist Detcho Mawinmuaythai from Songkhla and Russia's undefeated 19-year-old Rustam Yunusov in a Muay Thai flyweight division (125-135 lbs).

All fighters underwent mandatory hydration testing, weight checks, and health examinations meeting strict safety standards, with fighter health and safety as the top priority. Weight compensation negotiations may occur if athletes fail to meet their contracted weight limits to allow fights to proceed.

The Inner Circle members can purchase tickets through THAI TICKET MAJOR, while home viewers can stream live action exclusively on Live.ONEFC.com from 6:30-8:30 PM (membership required). Complete weigh-in results for all matchups are detailed in the official fight card.

A total of 63 gambling operators and players were detained and are pending court remand following a raid by the special operations unit of the Department of Local Administration. The operation, code-named 'Closing the River Mouth Game,' was conducted at a hotel in Phra Samut Chedi District, Samut Prakan Province on the night of May 21. Officers seized substantial amounts of cash, gambling chips, and equipment, and discovered daily financial turnover within the illegal gambling operation reaching approximately 43 million baht. The casino also operated live-streaming services, allowing online members to place bets in real-time on games they could not physically attend, with winnings credited directly to their accounts.

As of May 22, 2569, all 63 suspects were taken into formal custody for legal proceedings. Among them, nine were identified as Myanmar nationals, though no Chinese nationals were found participating. After overnight interrogations conducted by police at Phra Samut Chedi Station, all suspects were brought to the station this morning for formal charge notification. The investigation is ongoing, with all 63 expected to be remanded to the District Court this afternoon for further legal processing.

Regarding the potential responsibility of local police officers, Police Colonel Phumin Singhsuit, commander of Samut Prakan Provincial Police, has ordered the area police station to urgently submit a clarification report to Provincial Police Command. Upon reviewing these reports, authorities will conduct a fact-finding investigation to determine whether the 'Big Five' officers of Phra Samut Chedi Police Station face disciplinary action or potential dismissal.

Luang Pu Ton Kantasilo of Wat Khao Noi Kirivat in Ban Bueng District, Chachoengsao, was a revered Buddhist master who earned the deep faith of countless devotees. As a respected monk, he commissioned the creation of numerous amulets and sacred objects over the years, including medals, powders, cast figurines, and bells. Among his most popular creations is the "first edition portrait medal from 1979," distributed as a commemorative gift to those who contributed funds toward the construction of the ordination hall and residence.

The medal features an oval shape with a connecting loop at the top, created in 200 pieces of white metal alloy and 2,000 pieces of darkened copper. The front displays a half-length portrait of the monk facing forward, wearing robes draped over one shoulder, with "Luang Pho Ton Kantasilo" inscribed along the top edge. The reverse shows a square yantra design with diagonal lines and four Khmer letters spelling "cha-pha-ka-sa" inside. The temple name and location "Wat Khao Noi Kirivat, Ban Bueng District, Chachoengsao" appear on the upper edge, with "2522" (Buddhist Era) on the bottom, indicating the creation year.

Luang Pu Ton consecrated the first edition amulets according to ancient rituals and chanting practices, including the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta, the Buddha's first sermon. These medals remain highly sought after by amulet collectors and devotees throughout Chachoengsao.

The Public Debt Management Office (PDMO) is preparing to announce a bidding process to financial institutions next week for the initial disbursement of 175 billion baht under the 'Thai Helping Thai Plus' program, with funds to be available by June 1, 2025, to help citizens cope with the crisis.

Director Jindarat Wiriyathaveekul of the PDMO revealed that the office is preparing to announce the bidding to financial institutions for lending to the government within the coming week, which is part of the government's borrowing authorization under the emergency decree for 400 billion baht. The initial phase will be used for the 'Thai Helping Thai Plus: Overcoming Crisis Together' project.

"Initially, we expect to disburse approximately 175 billion baht according to the program's budget, divided into promissory notes (PN) with 3-5 year maturities, at 35 billion baht per month for 4 months, totaling approximately 140 billion baht until the end of fiscal year 2025. We will also obtain long-term loans from financial institutions or term loans with 3-5 year maturities to support an additional 35 billion baht," the director stated, "to be drawn gradually according to actual funding needs."

Currently, the office is finalizing the bidding announcement with a target to disburse funds by June 1 this year through the end of fiscal year 2025 to assist citizens in dealing with the cost-of-living crisis.

When the new fiscal year begins, a new debt plan will be implemented. Loan disbursements are expected to begin by the end of this month since payment is due on June 1. If additional projects require support, additional promissory notes can be issued flexibly to assist the public.

Saturday, May 23, 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the passing of "Phra Ratchasitthigosol" or "Luang Pho Thep Nantho," the former abbot of Wat Klang in Muang District, Surin Province, and former provincial chief monk of Surin (Mahanikai order). He was a revered elder monk deeply respected by Surin residents. Though he passed away long ago, his legacy and contributions continue to benefit the community.

Originally named Thep Chanthraphetch, he was born on November 10, 1917, at house number 4/1, Village 6, in Muang District, Surin Province. His parents were Nai Ting and Nang Tan Chanthraphetch. In 1925, he completed junior secondary education from Surin Ratsadombamrung School in Surin. At age 21 in 1938, he was ordained at Wat Chumpol Sutthawat with Phra Khru Khun Ratsasil Khandh as his preceptor.

He voluntarily entered a monastic retreat to study the Dhamma and Vinaya, serving under Phra Phakgon Khanacharn (Luang Pho Duea Phakro), a respected abbot of Wat Klang Surin and former provincial chief monk of Surin's Mahanikai order. He demonstrated exceptional aptitude, quickly learning to read and write Pali scriptures and the Khmer language. In 1938, the provincial chief monk appointed him assistant abbot of Wat Klang Surin. In 1944, he passed the highest level Dhamma studies examination from Surin's provincial ordination center.

In 1957, he became district chief monk of Muang District. When Phra Phakgon Khanacharn passed away in 1963, he was appointed as abbot of Wat Klang Surin with a focus on educational development. In 1967, he became provincial chief monk of Surin. In 1974, he established an educational foundation for Pali studies to provide scholarships, robes, and textbooks to diligent students. In 1984, he founded the Pariyatti Dhamma Gosol Foundation to promote education and Buddhist practice, and obtained permission to establish a Buddhist University campus for bachelor's degree studies for monks and novices.

His guiding principle was to develop oneself first before developing others, using principles of lay conduct with compassion, humility, and approachability. He received successive ecclesiastical promotions: in 1954 as Phra Khru Sitthakar Gosol; in 1963 as Phra Khru Khanacharn; in 1968 as Phra Sitthakar Gosol at royal rank; and in 1980 as Phra Ratchasitthigosol at the highest royal rank.

He was a renowned preacher whom lay followers greatly revered. He regularly taught devotees at merit-making ceremonies, reminding people to be mindful and thoughtful, cautioning them not to let emotions override judgment, and encouraging them to think before acting.

In 1967, he permitted disciples to create sacred objects—7,000 Surin Phrom amulet bells and 7,000 Surin Phrom powder amulets (brown clay)—distributed as commemorations without commercial sale. In 1977, he authorized the temple to create commemorative medals for his 60th birthday to raise funds for the Wat Klang Surin Foundation. All sacred objects bear his spiritual qualities of compassion and blessing, and disciples treasure them as family heirlooms.

On Monday, May 11, 2026, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, serving as Interior Minister, chaired a meeting of three committees overseeing major ceremonial occasions: 1) the committee organizing the 99th birthday celebration for His Holiness Somdet Phra Ariyavongsagatayana, Supreme Patriarch of Thailand on June 26, 2026; 2) the committee for a grand royal ceremony commemorating his fourth reign cycle on June 3, 2026; and 3) the committee honoring Queen Rampai Barni of the seventh reign on the centennial recognition of her royal legacy.

The meeting was attended by senior Buddhist officials including Somdet Phra Mahaviriwongsa (Suchin Akkachino), secretary to the Supreme Patriarch, and Phrarajvatchraphattrajarn (Abhanya Abhinyyo), assistant secretary to the Supreme Patriarch, both from Wat Ratchabophit Sathit Maha Simaram temple. Also present were Phrachinavongvachiravet (Techin Intatecho) and Artsit Samphantarat, Permanent Secretary of the Interior Ministry, along with parliamentary leadership, government advisors, and relevant officials at the Santitiprathet Building in Government House.

The meeting tracked preparations for the 99th birthday celebration of His Holiness Somdet Phra Ariyavongsagatayana, Supreme Patriarch of Thailand scheduled for June 26, 2026.

Permission was granted to proceed with the 99th birthday celebration with the following details:

1) Event naming and scope:

Thailand name: "Celebrations on the Occasion of His Holiness Somdet Phra Ariyavongsagatayana, Supreme Patriarch of Thailand's 99th Birthday Anniversary, June 26, 2026" English name: "The Celebrations on the Occasion of His Holiness Somdet Phra Ariyavongsagatayana the Supreme Patriarch of Thailand's 99th Birthday Anniversary 26th June 2026"

The event will run from March 1 through December 31, 2026 with major activities including:

– A Buddhist chanting ceremony and merit-making almsgiving on Friday, June 26, 2026 at 7:00 AM

– An ordination program dedicated to the occasion from June 13-29, 2026 at Wat Ratchabophit Sathit Maha Simaram temple

– Exhibitions and tribute activities from June 19-21, 2026 at Wat Ratchabophit Sathit Maha Simaram temple

– Production of commemorative publications, medals, coins, and postage stamps

The meeting emphasized that all responsible agencies must coordinate effectively to ensure the celebrations proceed smoothly and with appropriate dignity, with designated agencies bearing primary responsibility and supporting agencies providing assistance.