Five PERSES members—led by Jang Vikr, Ne Niran, Kritin Sorsungnoen, Palm Piriwitch, and Pluggy Thrakorn from G'NEST—are making a triumphant return to the stage with a complete image overhaul. They unveiled their new single "Turn Me On" with an energetic party theme at the PERSES Comeback Stage event today (May 1, 2026) at Outdoor Space Square B, CentralWorld. The music video, which just dropped, features a collaboration with artist Tobii, adding a fresh dimension to the track.

The group expressed genuine excitement about their comeback after a hiatus from releasing new music. The new single represents a significant departure from their previous work, embracing a groovy, smooth aesthetic with Afro Beats influences—a style favored by collaborator Tobii. The choreography proved challenging for some members, requiring them to use unfamiliar muscle groups in ways they hadn't previously explored.

During interviews, members highlighted their enthusiasm for the project. Jang emphasized the song's fresh direction and Tobii's contribution, while Pluggy ranked it among their best work. Ne acknowledged the difficulty of the choreography but appreciated the creative challenge. The performance itself is entirely new, as Kritin noted. The music video was shot in a bar setting featuring members from the broader G'NEST family, with themes of flirtation and romance throughout.

Working with Tobii proved seamless, with members praising his professionalism and accessibility. Pluggy remarked that Tobii brought such intensity to the set that the crew had to encourage him to dial it back slightly. As for expectations moving forward, the group hopes "Turn Me On" becomes a hit that inspires listeners to dance along. When asked about future plans for 2026, members indicated plans are still being finalized but updates will come soon.

In the 2025-26 English Premier League match on May 1, Leeds United hosted Burnley at Elland Road, with Mike Jackson taking charge of Burnley for the first time as interim manager. Leeds fielded Ao Tanaka, Noah Okafor, and Dominic Calvert-Lewin as key players, while Burnley relied on James Ward-Prowse, Jaidon Anthony, and Sian Flemming.

Leeds dominated the match, winning 3-1 at home. Anton Stach opened the scoring in the 8th minute, followed by Noah Okafor in the 52nd minute and Dominic Calvert-Lewin in the 56th minute. Burnley's only goal came from Loom Shuuna in the 71st minute.

With this victory, Leeds accumulated 43 points from 35 matches and moved to 14th place in the table, extending their unbeaten run to six consecutive matches (three wins, three draws). This result significantly improves their survival prospects, as they now hold a 9-point cushion over 18th-placed Tottenham Hotspur, though Spurs have a game in hand.

Meanwhile, Burnley, already mathematically relegated, remain in 19th place with 20 points from 35 matches.

A severe thunderstorm brought lightning strikes to the cattle pen, killing two breeding cows instantly. The owner suspects that metal bells removed from the animals' necks and hung on a nearby tree may have attracted the lightning.

On the evening of May 1, heavy thunderstorms hit Pak Kham district in Buriram province before lightning struck the cattle pen of Nang Siam, 66, a Pak Kham subdistrict council member, killing two breeding cows. Nang Siam reported hearing three loud lightning strikes during the heavy rain but didn't realize her pen had been hit. When the storm subsided, she discovered both cows dead in the pen. She expressed deep sadness, noting she had been unable to sleep for the previous two to three nights without knowing why, even after taking sleeping medication. She never expected such a tragedy, especially since these were valuable breeding cows.

Her son, Piyavut, explained that around 4 p.m., as wind and storms approached, he had brought the cattle to drink water and quickly returned them to the pen before heading home. However, the two metal bells—made of brass and silver—remained hanging on a wooden post inside the pen. When he was told that lightning had killed two cows, he rushed to check. He felt fortunate he had already secured the cows and returned indoors.

The owner warned other farmers to be cautious, particularly regarding metal objects like bells. He advised removing such items from cattle pens when possible, as they pose a significant danger. Having learned this lesson, he plans to bury the bells and will never attach them to cattle again.

At 7:40 p.m. on May 1, 2025, the Samut Sakhon Provincial Police Radio Center 191 received a report of an armed gunman conducting a solo robbery at Yaowarat Gold Shop, located inside a shopping mall in Moo 4, Tambon Khok Kham, Mueang District, Samut Sakhon. Officers led by Pol. Lt. Gen. Pisit Tanprasert, Commander of Region 7 Police, Pol. Col. Thiradej Athiphakun, and other commanders rushed to the scene.

At the location, shop employees reported that the suspect was a man approximately 170 centimeters tall, wearing a motorcycle jacket and a hood covering his face. He entered the shop, drew an automatic compact pistol, and threatened the staff before jumping over a glass counter, grabbing gold items weighing 23 baht worth approximately 1.6 million baht, and fleeing the mall.

Following the incident, Pol. Lt. Gen. Pisit ordered investigation teams from Khok Kham Police Station, Samut Sakhon Provincial Police, and Region 7 Police to form a coordinated task force to track and apprehend the suspect as quickly as possible. Evidence collection teams gathered fingerprints from the scene for further criminal proceedings.

On May 1, Police General Tawee Sadsong, leader of the Palang Prachachon Party, visited Narathiwat province, beginning with a morning discussion at a local restaurant to listen to residents' concerns. The highlight occurred at Hiranyawat Temple in Tak Bai district, where Tawee served as lay presider for a foundation stone ceremony, with senior monks including Dharmmavachara as ecclesiastical presider and nine distinguished monks attending. The temple, over 100 years old, serves as a symbol of the border region and national identity. Tawee emphasized the importance of preserving local identity and the Jah-hey dialect, which represents cross-border friendship with Malaysia, describing the merit-making as an expression of pride in maintaining culture. Local residents expressed faith in Tawee's leadership and sought blessings for his safety amid current turbulent political circumstances. Community members voiced frustration over the Kamalsakdi case, questioning why the perpetrator remained at large despite clear evidence and criticizing Region 4 Commander's inappropriate public statements. Tawee subsequently visited Mae To Mo Chinese Shrine in Sungai Kolok district for ceremonial worship, presenting donations for temple maintenance and public welfare activities. A shrine committee member expressed prayers for Tawee's safety and protection from ill-intentioned individuals. This visit coincided with the 40th-day anniversary of the Kamalsakdi case, creating doubt and suspicion in the Narathiwat area. Tawee's meetings with both Buddhist and ethnic Thai-Chinese communities underscored the Palang Prachachon Party's commitment as a reliable force for all religions in the southern border region during the current political turbulence.

Police commanders from Metropolitan Police Divisions 3 and 4 have issued orders transferring officers from Nimitmai and Bueng Kum police stations following a major gambling operation. On April 25, 2569, a special task force from the Public Administration Department conducted coordinated raids on two hi-lo gambling dens in the Hatyai and Seriithai areas, resulting in the arrest of over 100 suspects and the seizure of assets worth millions of baht.

Major General Prasong Anmani, commander of Division 3, issued order 162/2569 transferring four officers from Nimitmai Station to Division 3's Operations Center, including Station Commander Phararat Yoma and three other personnel.

Meanwhile, Major General Kampanart Arunkeeriroj, commander of Division 4, issued order 176/2569 on April 28 transferring five officers from Bueng Kum Station to Division 4's Operations Center, including Station Commander Sanyha Ubolwirat and four additional personnel. The transfers were issued on April 27 and April 28, 2569 respectively.