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Film Ratphumi Wins Defamation Case; Defendant Apologizes and Agrees to Pay Damages—Plot Twist! Defendant Claims Someone Ordered Him to Do It

Actor Film Ratphumi has won a defamation lawsuit after being accused of investment fraud, with the court ruling the allegations false and the defendant apologizing and agreeing to pay damages. In his public statement, Ratphumi expressed frustration that defendants consistently claimed they were ordered to make false accusations against him, and he indicated he will forward evidence to police. The court victory vindicates Ratphumi after a prolonged legal battle over accusations that damaged his reputation and business credibility.

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Film Ratphumi has won his defamation lawsuit, with the defendant apologizing and agreeing to pay damages according to court proceedings. In a surprising twist, the defendant claimed someone ordered him to make the accusations.

After a prolonged legal battle, Film Ratphumi Totkongthap has posted images of the court judgment regarding accusations that the young actor engaged in investment fraud. The court has now ruled on the case, stating that the accusations of investment fraud against him were false. The defendant has apologized and agreed to pay damages as determined by the court.

I have consistently relied on legal processes to prove the facts, and today the court has confirmed that the accusations and attacks against me were not true as alleged. What's strange is that in every case, once everyone apologizes to me, they say someone ordered them to do it, that someone wanted me harmed, that there was a mastermind orchestrating this. I'm keeping records in the court and will forward them to police, because jail time awaits them. Thank you to everyone who has believed in me and supported me from the heart.

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Breaking

21-Year-Old Man Loses All Savings to Online Slots, Takes His Own Life in the Forest

A 21-year-old Myanmar national took his own life in a Chonburi forest after losing all his money gambling on online slot machines. Discovered hanging from a tree on May 14, 2025, the man had become severely depressed after depleting his savings and disappeared from his home overnight.

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A 21-year-old man loses all his savings to online slots, becomes severely stressed, disappears overnight, and is later found dead hanging from a tree in a forest. On May 14, 2025, police from Phan Thong Station in Chonburi province and rescue teams from the Dharma Radiance Manee Rat Foundation investigated the body of a deceased person found under a large iron wood tree in dense forest in Moo 7, Ma Bo Pong Subdistrict, Phan Thong District, Chonburi, after being notified by locals foraging for red ant eggs. Upon investigation about 100 meters into the forest, they found the body of Ang Thiad U, a 21-year-old Myanmar national, hanging from the tree branch. According to a language interpreter, the victim's brother reported that on the previous morning they had spoken normally before parting ways for work. That evening at 5 p.m., after work, the victim spent time playing online slot machines until all his money was gone. He then became angry and stressed, ran out of the room without saying anything, and disappeared all night. His brother tried to contact him but received no response and initially thought he had gone to a friend's house to calm down. Only later did they learn that someone had found him dead in the forest. Police instructed rescue teams to retrieve the body from the tree and transport it to Phan Thong Hospital for autopsy before releasing it to family for religious ceremonies.

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Police

Young Man Seeks Justice After Former Drunk Police Officer Grazes His Car and Refuses Compensation, Invokes Rank During Negotiations

A 23-year-old Bangkok driver is seeking justice after a retired Police Colonel allegedly struck his vehicle while intoxicated, refused compensation, and invoked his rank to intimidate him during negotiations.

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A young man is seeking justice after being struck by a former police officer who allegedly showed signs of intoxication, grazed his vehicle, and refused to pay damages while invoking his former rank during negotiations. The officer's wife later acknowledged going to a social gathering beforehand and expressed willingness to accept responsibility for damages.

The incident occurred on Soi Thian Talae 19, Bang Khun Thian Road, Samsen Nok Subdistrict, Bang Khun Thian District, Bangkok. Thanassinpinyo, 23, who recorded the incident, explained that while traveling in a black Toyota, the other driver swerved and grazed the right rear of their vehicle before attempting to drive away. Thanassinpinyo followed and cut them off to discuss the damage.

According to Thanassinpinyo, the driver appeared intoxicated, spoke aggressively, and claimed to be a Police Colonel but refused to provide his station. When questioned about compensation, he directed them to contact his insurance company, which Thanassinpinyo interpreted as using rank to intimidate. Later, he learned the driver was indeed a retired Police Colonel. Thanassinpinyo acknowledged the claimed 30,000-baht damage figure was spoken in anger and insurance is being arranged.

Voravut, 28, the car owner, stated the incident occurred Sunday while he was driving his sister. The other driver took a turn and grazed his rear bumper. Voravut followed to discuss compensation and claims the driver threatened him by mentioning his rank, telling them as "kids" to respect their elders. He later learned the man was a retired police officer and lawyer.

Voravut said community members mediated, and both parties discussed the matter partially, but couldn't agree on compensation because the other driver proposed each side cover their own damages, which Voravut considers unfair since the other driver caused the collision. Voravut is also concerned about repair costs due to an upcoming motorcycle racing competition in Buriram Province.

The journalist later visited the driver's residence but found only his wife, who revealed both parties had spoken. She stated that if her husband has actual damages, he can claim reimbursement with receipts, and confirmed he is willing to accept responsibility truthfully.

The wife acknowledged her husband is a retired Police Colonel who has completed his service and had attended a social gathering before the incident. She suggested his blunt manner of speaking may have caused misunderstanding.

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National

World Bank Backs Thailand's Water Management System Development to Combat Disasters

Thailand's Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has partnered with the World Bank to develop improved water management systems and flood prevention infrastructure. The collaboration will provide grants, technical assistance, and knowledge transfer to strengthen Thailand's capacity to handle future disaster risks and climate change impacts. High-level discussions between government officials and World Bank experts are planned for June 2025 to advance the initiative.

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The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has engaged with the World Bank to advance collaboration on developing water management systems and flood prevention. The partnership includes knowledge sharing, grants, and technical assistance aimed at strengthening Thailand's water infrastructure to address future disaster risks and climate change impacts.

On May 14, 2025, Surawut Neuangchamnangh, Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, welcomed a World Bank team led by senior water resources management expert Sanjay Pahuja, accompanied by officials including Suriypol Nuchanong, Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department, and Pairyya Sevatjinda, Director of the International Agriculture Office, at the Agriculture Ministry headquarters.

Both parties exchanged cooperation approaches on water management and flood prevention. The World Bank outlined its support for Thailand's project preparation phase, including knowledge transfer, technical advice, grants, and technical assistance to help the Royal Irrigation Department systematically study and develop detailed project proposals.

Surawut emphasized that both sides agreed water management and flood prevention are critical national infrastructure requiring accelerated system development to effectively manage future disaster risks. The Ministry plans to incorporate international knowledge and experience adapted to Thailand's context, coordinating with relevant agencies on budget and funding sources to proceed with the project.

The discussion also covered preparations for a meeting between Water Resources Minister Suraiya Jungrungruangjit and Saroj Kumar Jha, World Bank's Global Director for Water Resources, scheduled for June 2025 to discuss water resource cooperation and major projects.

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Police

Chinese Man Arrested at Suvarnabhumi for Destroying Auto Gate and Assaulting Officials

A Chinese national was arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport after destroying two automated passport machines and assaulting immigration officers on May 13, causing damage valued at approximately 481,500 baht.

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On May 14, 2569, Lt. Sithipong Pantaisong, the investigation officer at Suvarnabhumi Airport Police Station, received a report of a Chinese national who damaged government property and insulted officials in the departure immigration zone, Level 2, at Suvarnabhumi Airport. The incident occurred on May 13 at approximately 2:35 p.m.

Immigration officer Lt. Sranwittaya Kaewkhaophoto reported that while performing his duties at the automated passport checkpoint, a Chinese man named Mr. Zheng Liwei forcefully damaged two automated passport inspection machines numbered DAE01 and DAE06, then bypassed the checkpoint without authorization.

After the incident, the suspect verbally assaulted the immigration officers with loud, crude Chinese language insults—including phrases equivalent to "your mother is dead" in Thai—along with numerous other vulgarities. He also attempted to physically attack the officers while they were on duty, but his wife intervened in time to stop and restrain him.

Police determined the suspect's actions constituted offenses of insulting a government official in the line of duty and damaging government property. A formal complaint was filed to pursue legal action to the fullest extent.

Manthra Khuansirikul, 44, the shift supervisor at the Airport Authority's Suvarnabhumi division, provided additional information that the suspect was a passenger on Spring Airlines flight 9C7282. Investigation found the destroyed automated passport machines sustained severe damage. Initial damage assessment was valued at approximately 481,500 baht, not including value-added tax. Officials are continuing to gather evidence and proceed with the legal process.

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Police

Teacher Confiscates Phone and Demands 10,000 Baht Ransom, Claims It's School Policy; Police Negotiations Fail, Student Withdraws

A Narathiwat student withdrew from his Bangkok school after a teacher confiscated his phone and demanded 10,000 baht to return it, claiming school policy allowed confiscation. Police mediation failed when the teacher refused to return the d

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A male student decided to withdraw from school after a teacher confiscated his mobile phone and demanded 10,000 baht to return it, claiming it was school policy. Police attempted mediation but the teacher refused to budge.

On May 14, 2025, the Facebook page 'Jam Moy v+' posted about a student forced to leave school after his phone was seized. The student, nicknamed Boy from Narathiwat province, was studying in Bangkok when he accidentally answered a call on April 20, 2025, revealing he had a phone despite the school's strict no-phone policy. On April 27, the teacher confiscated the device from his locker. When the student explained he wanted to send it home and had already obtained his mother's address, the teacher insisted that his mother come explain in person.

At 4 p.m., the student borrowed an adult's phone to notify his mother. Worried, he went to his uncle's house on Ramkhamhaeng 53 for help in resolving the matter at school. When the uncle arrived at school to negotiate, the teacher's only response was 'How much will you pay?' The uncle suggested 1,500 baht, but the teacher questioned the student again, and negotiations reached a dead end with no payment made.

On April 30, the student's mother decided to withdraw him from school immediately and contacted the teacher's wife, asking for the phone back. The wife responded that according to school rules, confiscated phones are not returned—they must be 'repurchased.' Three days later, when the grandmother tried negotiating with the teacher, he quoted a price of 10,000 baht to return the phone.

The mother and grandmother felt exploited since the iPhone 15 was still being paid off in installments and had only recently been purchased. They viewed this as theft and filed a police complaint. Police called the teacher to negotiate and warned that confiscating, selling, or profiting from the phone would be illegal. The teacher insisted he would not return it. After eight rounds of negotiations—with the grandmother attempting twice and police intervening—the teacher told police he would sell the phone and return the money instead. Police firmly stated that was unacceptable; the phone must be returned as is.

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Police

Legal wife contacts police after husband confesses mistress’s murder

A 42-year-old Thai man surrendered to police in Nonthaburi after killing his mistress, bringing her body to the station in his car following his confession to his legal wife.

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Legal wife contacts police after husband confesses mistress’s murderLegacyA Thai man surrendered to police in Nonthaburi today, May 14, after murdering his mistress and confessing his crime to his legal wife, who advised him to turn himself in. He also brought the victim’s body to the police station in his car. Police at Bang Bua Thong Police Station received a call at around 10pm yesterday, May 13, from a woman identified only as Bee. She informed officers that her husband, 42 year old Winai, had fatally assaulted his mistress following an argument. According to Bee, her husband planned to surrender voluntarily, and she told officers there was no need to search for him because he was on his way to the station. At around 10am today, Winai arrived at the police station and confessed to the killing. He then directed officers to his bronze Toyota sedan parked outside the station, where police discovered the woman’s body in the front passenger seat. Photo via FM 91 BKK The body was covered with a towel. Police reported that the woman had injuries and bruises on her face, including severe trauma around her right eye. During questioning, Winai stated that he had been in a relationship with the victim for around one year and regularly visited her rented accommodation in Bang Plu, Nonthaburi. According to his statement, they argued over jealousy after he saw his mistress showing affection to another man who worked as a motorcycle taxi rider. Winai claimed he later saw the pair entering a hotel together, leading him to confront the victim. He told investigators the woman initially denied the accusation before later admitting to the relationship after he mentioned the hotel incident. Photo via Amarin TV Winai claimed the admission triggered anger and led to a physical assault. He said they later went to sleep together before he woke up and found the woman unresponsive. Bee later arrived at the police station and revealed that Winai had contacted and shared details regarding the murder. She then advised him to surrender to police. Authorities have not yet officially confirmed the charges to be filed against the suspect. However, based on similar cases, investigators could consider charges under Section 290 of Thailand’s Criminal Law relating to assault causing death. The offence carries a prison sentence ranging from three to 15 years. The story Legal wife contacts police after husband confesses mistress’s murder as seen on Thaiger News.

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Regional

Authorities Search for Black-Chin Tilapia in Pattaya Waters; Fisheries Department Confirms Species Can Survive in Fresh, Brackish, and Saltwater

Authorities in Chonburi have confirmed the presence of invasive black-chin tilapia in Pattaya waters after video evidence emerged on social media, with fishermen catching dozens of kilograms. While initial daytime surveys found no additional fish, officials confirmed the species' presence through footage and warn that brackish areas near canal mouths present the highest risk for population spread. The department is implementing monitoring and removal measures while advising that the fish is safe for consumption if properly handled to prevent further spread.

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Following reports of black-chin tilapia sightings in Pattaya waters after video footage circulated on social media and local fishermen reported the discovery, relevant agencies coordinated with the Chonburi Provincial Fisheries Office to conduct urgent fieldwork.

On May 14, 2569, at 2 p.m., Nattapong Wannapat, director of the Chonburi Provincial Fisheries Office, led a team to Pattaya Beach where the fish were reported. They interviewed Sart, 40, who recorded the footage and caught dozens of kilograms of the fish. Sart reported seeing schools of black-chin tilapia swimming together for several consecutive days and pointed out the exact location for officers to investigate.

Officials surveyed the beachfront areas, drainage points, and conducted boat inspections around Cape Bali Hai using nets and fishing lines at multiple locations, but found no additional black-chin tilapia—only common fish species and marine life.

Though daytime surveys found no additional fish, Nattapong confirmed the nighttime video evidence definitively showed black-chin tilapia. He theorized their appearance may be linked to heavy rainfall that flushed water from canals and brackish areas into the sea, carrying schools of fish toward shore. "Black-chin tilapia can survive in fresh, brackish, and saltwater environments, but their ideal habitat is brackish areas near canal mouths, which represents a high-risk zone for spread," Nattapong stated.

The species has been reported across multiple Chonburi locations including Muang, Sri Racha, Bang Lamung, Pattaya, and Sattahip districts, with highest concentrations near Bang Lamung canal mouths and Tambon Samruk.

The Fisheries Department classified black-chin tilapia as an invasive species with potential ecological impacts, as they are predators of small aquatic animals that could disrupt the natural food chain. Continuous monitoring and removal measures are necessary.

For management, small populations may be removed directly from water bodies, but widespread occurrences require assessment with local fishermen. Nattapong emphasized the fish is safe for human consumption and can be processed or used as aquaculture feed, provided they are completely killed beforehand to prevent natural population spread.

Authorities will continue close monitoring and coordinate with local fishermen. If outbreaks increase, control measures will be accelerated immediately to protect Pattaya's long-term marine and coastal resources.

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National

Ice Panuwat Reveals Why He's Grown His Hair Long Again: Cat Hotel Business Feels Economic Impact

Thai actor Ice Panuwat has returned to his signature long-haired look, saying it makes him feel more confident and true to himself. He also discussed his cat hotel business in Pattaya, which has been impacted by the economic downturn but continues operating through the support of devoted cat owners; the family business is adapting by lowering prices and adding value-added services.

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Actor Ice Panuwat recently opened up at a press event for the drama series Masked Beast, discussing his new long-haired look that has boosted his confidence and providing updates on his cat hotel in Pattaya. While the business has felt the impact of economic challenges, it continues to thrive thanks to the passion of cat lovers and his family's dedication.

When asked why he returned to his signature long hair look, Ice explained: "I've always loved this style. It's the look people associate with me as Ice Panuwat. When I first entered the industry, I had long hair, but after COVID my hair changed. Other agencies wanted me to cut it short, and I didn't have the chance to grow it back until about a year ago. Since then, I've felt more like myself and much more confident."

Regarding how the hairstyle boosts his work confidence, he noted: "I'm filming a drama with senior actress Thongpraseum called 'Love in Outer Space,' and I feel the character matches my current look perfectly. Watching the character's mood opposite Mint and Pop makes me feel more charming and confident. Now that I'm 30, I feel more confident in my experience as well."

When asked if his cat hotel has been affected by economic conditions, Ice acknowledged: "Of course it has. Every business has felt the impact. But through the love people have for their cats, they're willing to spend money to give their pets the best care and accommodation. We're adapting by reducing prices and adding services like cat litter and food to help customers save money."

Ice visits the hotel about once a week to help his parents, who run the main operations, and sometimes answers customer chats himself. The family-run business, called Cherry Farm, is located in Pattaya and features about 12 rooms of varying sizes that can accommodate 4-5 cats. Room rates are 300 baht for small rooms, 400 baht for medium rooms, and 500 baht for large rooms per 24-hour stay.

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National

Bride Stops Wedding Motorcade in the Rain to Pay Respects at Father's Grave, Unbothered by Bad Luck Superstitions

A bride in Suzhou, China, stopped her wedding motorcade in heavy rain to kneel before her late father's grave and bid him farewell on her wedding day. Her groom joined her without hesitation, kneeling beside her and promising her father he would take care of her, a touching moment that moved many online despite traditional superstitions against such acts on wedding days.

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A bride in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China, has gone viral online after stopping her wedding motorcade mid-journey in heavy rain to pay respects at her late father's grave. As the motorcade was heading to the wedding venue, the bride rushed out of the car, lifted her wedding dress, and ran through the downpour to a small, simple grave by the roadside. There, through tears, she told her deceased father, "Dad, I'm getting married now." She then knelt in front of the unmarked grave hidden behind roadside bushes. According to witnesses, her father had passed away years ago and never got to see his daughter in her wedding dress.

What deeply moved everyone was the groom's immediate response—he knelt beside his bride without hesitation and bowed before the grave, telling her father, "You can trust me. I will take good care of her." This poignant moment lasted nearly 20 minutes. Although traditional Chinese beliefs consider stopping a wedding motorcade or visiting a cemetery on wedding day to be inauspicious, no one thought to stop the bride from paying her respects.

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Community

Large Crowds Gather for Sacred Eye-Opening Ceremony of Deities at Renowned Chiang Mai Temple, Featuring Celebrity Performers and Lucky Number Drawings

A large ceremonial gathering took place at Wat Chang Khueang in Chiang Mai on May 14 to perform an eye-opening ritual for sacred Hindu and Buddhist deity statues, attracting crowds of worshippers and celebrity participants. Attendees received auspicious amulets and a lucky lottery number (925) derived from incense during the ceremony, which they can use to purchase government lottery tickets. The event combined religious merit-making with popular Thai lottery practices as worshippers sought blessings and good fortune.

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Crowds gathered for the merit-making and eye-opening ceremony of Thao Amrin Thiracha, Ganesha, Thao Wessuwanna, and other deities at a renowned Chiang Mai temple, with celebrities participating in the sacred ritual and attendees seeking to draw lucky lottery numbers. On May 14, 2025, at Wat Chang Khueang in Saraphee District, Chiang Mai Province, the eye-opening and Buddhist blessing ceremony attracted large numbers of worshippers. Notable attendees included celebrities Tom Rataneegun Phanmonee and pageant winner Beam Umawadee Pimpaa, who participated in the ceremony. Ganesha and Thao Wessuwanna statues were enshrined at the temple for public veneration and prayer, with sacred objects distributed to participants. A special lucky number, 925, was derived from the incense during the ritual, which worshippers were encouraged to use when purchasing government lottery tickets in hopes of winning the grand prize.

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