The Football Association of Thailand has confirmed the championship match of the 2025-26 Thailand Cup between BG Pathum United and Chachoengsao FC will be held at Thammasat University's Rangsit stadium. The competition, running from October 7, 2024 to May 24, 2025, has progressed through multiple rounds to determine these two finalists. The final match is scheduled for May 24 at 7:00 PM at Thammasat University's Rangsit campus.

The match will utilize VAR (Video Assistant Referee) technology for officiating purposes. Both clubs are required to comply with all relevant regulations and must arrive on time as scheduled.

A press conference will be held on May 22 at the Muang Thai Insurance conference room, Muang Thai Phatthanakan Complex, Tower A, 14th floor.

The 2025-26 Thailand Cup, running from the 32-team round through the final, follows an elimination format. The champion will receive a trophy and 5 million baht in prize money, plus qualification for the 2026-27 AFC Champions League. The runner-up receives 1 million baht. All away teams from the preliminary rounds through the quarterfinals will receive 50,000 baht in travel support.

Songkhla Province has partnered with Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CPF) and the CPF Running Club to organize a charity walk-and-run event called 'CPF RUN FOR CHARITY 2026.' More than 1,600 dedicated runners came together to share "the power of giving," raising 785,000 baht after expenses, which was donated to Tinsulanonda Fisheries College to support education and contribute to the construction of a historical learning center dedicated to General Prem Tinsulanonda.

The opening ceremony was presided over by Winit Theppanit, District Officer of Songkhla, alongside Kittisak Kwaopanich, Director of Tinsulanonda Fisheries College, and Bunserm Charoonwattana, Senior Managing Director of CPF's Livestock Feed Business Division. The District Officer stated that this collaboration between CPF and Songkhla Province reflects the collective strength of all sectors—government, private, and public—working together to build a strong and sustainable society while promoting health and fostering a spirit of sharing in Thai society.

"The funds from this activity will be used to develop education and support the construction of a monument to General Prem Tinsulanonda within the college, serving as a historical learning resource and source of inspiration for youth," said Kittisak Kwaopanich, Director of Tinsulanonda Fisheries College.

Meanwhile, Bunserm Charoonwattana revealed that CPF is organizing 'CPF RUN FOR CHARITY' for the 11th consecutive year under the concept of "doing good for society." Over the past decade, runners have collectively covered more than 600,000 kilometers, and CPF has delivered a total of 18 million baht to hospitals and various organizations throughout the country to support the purchase of medical equipment and strengthen the public health system, benefiting society as a whole. This aligns with the CP Group's "3 Benefits for Sustainability" principle.

The atmosphere at the event was vibrant and filled with joy, as runners and the public added color to the celebration while enjoying quality food and beverages from brands under the CPF and CP groups. The next 'CPF RUN FOR CHARITY' event will be held at Nong Bon Park in Bangkok, inviting the public to continue spreading "the power of giving" to build a sustainable society together.

KAYIN STATE — Karen armed forces have seized a Myanmar military base in the strategic Mutraw (Hpapun) area, following sustained attacks by allied resistance groups, according to local reports.

On 28 April 2026, the Karen Information Center (KIC) reported that the Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA), in coordination with allied forces, captured the "Kabaw Tu" base from the Myanmar military on 25 April in Lu Thaw Township.

The base, located in the Mutraw area between Hpapun and Kamamaung, had been considered a key strategic position used by Myanmar forces to control transport routes and security in the region for nearly 30 years.

Sources said the operation was carried out through a siege-style offensive, with Myanmar forces attempting to defend the position while also relying heavily on airstrikes to repel the advance.

KNLA Brigade 5 spokesperson Lt. Col. Saw Kler Doh said Myanmar forces conducted near-daily aerial bombardments prior to the capture, but the base was fully seized by KNLA troops at around midday on 25 April.

Following the takeover, KNLA and allied forces conducted clearing operations in surrounding areas. However, details on seized weapons and casualties from both sides have not been disclosed.

The capture of Kabaw Tu follows a series of recent gains by resistance forces. In late March, KNLA and allies also seized two other Myanmar military bases in northern Hpapun, including Tae Nay Jo and Kaw Soe Jo.

Since the 2021 coup in Myanmar, the Mutraw area has become a key battleground between the military and resistance forces, with ongoing clashes reported across the region.

Currently, around 10 Myanmar military bases remain in the area, including the main Hpapun base, while pro-military Border Guard Forces continue to reinforce positions amid fears of escalating fighting.

On April 28, 2569, Dr. Kittipong Pongsurvet, Sub-district Mayor of Pho Klang, visited the Luang Pradoo area in Huai Thaeng District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, to investigate allegations that a sub-district registrar had illegally registered 27 foreign nationals, predominantly Chinese, with fake birth certificates. Three of these individuals had falsified registrations listing their residence at a house in Luang Pradoo Village 7. However, when officials inspected the property, they discovered the house had been demolished and removed from the site. The location now sits empty, containing only abandoned concrete pillars overgrown with weeds on land measuring approximately 1 rai 3 ngan.

A former village assistant confirmed the house was demolished and relocated in 2566. The actual homeowner, Saeng Chan, age 55, disclosed that she demolished and relocated her house in July 2566 and had notified the sub-district municipality with official documentation. She was unaware that others had used her old address until the recent sub-district elections in early 2569, when she discovered multiple people, including three children with foreign-sounding names, were registered at her former residence.

Dr. Kittipong stated that officials are gathering evidence and forwarding the case to provincial authorities, the National Anti-Corruption Commission, and the Department of Special Investigation to determine whether an organized network is behind the scheme. He expressed confidence that a single individual could not have orchestrated this fraud and that other parties must be involved.

On April 28, 2569, at Government House, Ratchada Thanadirek, spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, announced the cabinet's approval of a national energy agenda aimed at mitigating the impact of volatile energy prices and promoting efficient energy use. The cabinet approved measures to protect residential electricity consumers by capping the rate at no more than 3 baht per unit for the first 200 units of consumption in the June billing cycle, benefiting approximately 20 million households. For households exceeding 200 units of consumption, the government encourages consideration of solar rooftop systems, offering promotional measures including low-interest loans, installment payments lower than electricity bills, and power buyback options. Alternatively, households can claim tax deductions without selling power back. The government is also promoting solar rooftop installations for the public sector.

Chachoengsao FC has formally lodged a complaint with the Football Association of Thailand requesting clarification on referee Songkran Bunmeekaert's performance during their April 26 Thai League 1 match against Muangthong United at Chachoengsao's Daikin Stadium, which ended 0-0.

The match between already-safe Chachoengsao and 14th-placed Muangthong United, who desperately needed points to avoid relegation, was overseen by FIFA Elite-level referee Songkran Bunmeekaert, but the club claims there were numerous questionable decisions throughout.

Chachoengsao has submitted a formal letter to the Football Association detailing six specific controversial incidents:

1. Minute 58:40 - Referee blew for a foul on Chachoengsao's Uge van Lingen before a potential goal-scoring opportunity, awarding Muangthong player No. 2 a yellow card despite it being an advantage situation for Chachoengsao.

2. Minute 63:30 - After Kittipong Sansnit was fouled by Tristong Do in the penalty area, the referee called a free kick rather than a penalty. The VAR intervened and reviewed the incident, but the referee ultimately decided it was outside the box, despite the contact clearly occurring within the penalty area.

3. Minute 74:10 - George Philippe deliberately kicked the ball away to waste time and should have received a second yellow card (resulting in a red), but the referee did not issue one.

4. Minute 91:38 - After Kittipong evaded Muangthong defenders and had a clear scoring opportunity, the referee called a foul and gave a yellow card to Muangthong's Songwut Kraikhrue, despite this being a clear advantage situation for Chachoengsao.

5. Minute 94:22 - Jonathan Bolinga appeared to step on Muangthong's player No. 2, but no yellow card was issued. Had the referee called this, Bolinga would have received a second yellow and been sent off.

6. Minute 96:34 - Kevin Ignazio made a pass that bypassed Muangthong's defensive line, but the referee called a foul despite it being an advantage situation for Chachoengsao.

Chachoengsao FC is requesting clarification from the Referees Committee and the Disciplinary and Conduct Committee to ensure the football community has correct understanding and that refereeing standards remain consistent across all matches.