Govt department clarifies after its Facebook page appears on sex livestreamLegacyThailand’s Department of Disease Control (DDC) issued a clarification after its official Facebook page was seen appearing in the viewer list of a viral sex livestream circulated online on Saturday, May 23. The explicit livestream attracted widespread attention on Thai social media over the weekend, with users sharing screenshots showing several verified pages and celebrity accounts appearing among the viewers. One of the accounts that received significant criticism was the official Facebook page of the Department of Disease Control, กรมควบคุมโรค กระทรวงสาธารณสุข. Social media users flooded the livestream comment section with sarcastic remarks directed at the page administrator after notifications appeared stating that “กรมควบคุมโรค กระทรวงสาธารณสุข is watching with you”. Some users reposted screenshots of the notification online, prompting further criticism and debate. Photo via KhaoSod Following the backlash, the page administrator responded in comments, explaining that a Facebook user had sent the livestream link to the page inbox and requested the department review the content. The message warned the livestream could contain inappropriate sexual content accessible to children. The administrator stated he immediately exited the livestream after confirming the content was unsuitable and reported it through Facebook’s reporting system. The administrator also posted a condom-use tutorial video in the comment section, encouraging safe sexual practices. As criticism continued, the department released an official statement yesterday, May 24, to further explain the incident. The DDC stated that the administrator had been working on Ebola-related public health content and airport screening information at the time the message was received. Photo by pixelshot via Canva The department reiterated that the livestream was only briefly accessed for verification purposes and insisted the administrator did not continue watching the explicit content. Officials said the statement was issued to protect the department’s reputation and clarify misunderstandings surrounding the incident. The department also announced plans to improve procedures governing the use of official social media accounts to prevent similar situations in the future. Meanwhile, cyber police are investigating the original Facebook account responsible for broadcasting the explicit livestream and are seeking to identify those involved. Police also warned the public that viewing, sharing or distributing explicit online content could violate Section 14 of Thailand’s Computer Crime Act. The offence carries penalties of up to five years in prison, fines of up to 100,000 baht, or both. The story Govt department clarifies after its Facebook page appears on sex livestream as seen on Thaiger News.

On May 25, 2026, Phra Mahaabhisit Viriyo, the monastic leader of Nong Khi District in Buriram Province, along with senior monks, village headmen, temple committee members, and Nong Khi Police Station officers, launched an investigation following complaints that a junior monk had been engaging in inappropriate behavior—specifically, secretly using methamphetamine, entertaining numerous male visitors in his quarters, and distributing explicit video recordings from dating app encounters.

Initial findings confirmed that the videos feature the accused monk, but officials are awaiting further questioning once he returns from provincial duties. The temple will establish an investigative committee to examine the facts and evidence fairly.

According to one monk's testimony, since the accused transferred to the temple approximately two years ago, he had exhibited suspicious behavior: numerous unfamiliar men visited his quarters, some staying overnight. The monk frequently traveled to other provinces with male companions. Previous reports to community leaders yielded no action due to lack of evidence. A fellow monk and an informant then infiltrated a dating app group chat, where they found the accused monk's account and recorded explicit video call evidence.

The village headman noted the accused had earned respect as a well-educated monk pursuing a doctoral degree who frequently organized merit-making trips for villagers. The community was shocked and hesitant to believe the allegations.

The monastic authorities and village committees will conduct a formal fact-finding investigation to ensure fairness to all parties. However, if evidence confirms the misconduct allegations, the monastic order will impose appropriate disciplinary measures.

SC Asset Corporation is launching a major promotion offering 0% interest financing on home and condo purchases for up to 60 months, along with pre-approval and credit consultation services at SC Days 2026, running May 26-31 at Siam Paragon. Managing Director Mongkut Techola stated that current real estate market conditions see consumers taking more time to make purchasing decisions, particularly regarding financial planning and monthly payment obligations. To help customers plan their finances more easily and visualize homeownership, SC has partnered with three banks to offer special 0% interest loans for up to 60 months, reducing initial financial burden and building confidence among prospective buyers. Additional promotions include 0% installment options on reservation and contract fees for up to 10 months via credit card, with customers approved for pre-approval receiving 5,000 baht Siam Paragon gift vouchers (limited 10 per day). Early bookings also qualify for additional benefits including free appliances, lucky draw participation, and prizes totaling over 2.5 million baht throughout the campaign. SC is presenting condo brands STILL, COBE, and Reference at premium locations, along with special activities including mini concerts and talk sessions with financial experts and celebrities. The event runs May 26-31 at Fashion Hall, Level 1, Siam Paragon, with details available at https://hub.scasset.com/campaigns/scdays2026.

Two new films arrive in cinemas on May 28: The Legend Hunters and Until We Meet Again.

The Legend Hunters is an action-adventure film adapted from the Chinese novel Ghost Blows Out the Light, which ranked among China's top three best adventure novels. Starring Zhang Hanyu, Jiang Wu, Selena Gomez, and Lorenzo de Moura, and directed by Simon West, the film is set in the 1990s and follows three grave robbers who intend to retire from their profession. However, circumstances force them back into the work, only for what they expect to be a simple job to thrust them into a crisis filled with unexpected events and unforeseen dangers.

Until We Meet Again is a romantic drama adapted from Nagatsuki Amane's masterpiece debut novel, which won the prestigious Shogakukan Bunko Novel Award. The film tells the poignant story of Shimizu Misora (played by Hamabe Minami), a young woman who has failed to find employment and has nowhere to stay, but possesses the extraordinary ability to hear the voices of the deceased. Her fate changes when she meets Urushihara Reiji (played by Menguro Ren), a professional funeral planner who discovers her secret and invites her to intern at his funeral company, allowing her to put her ability to good use. Together they become partners in funeral planning.

Both films open on May 28 at cinemas.

Gold prices have risen on May 25, 2026, according to the Gold Traders Association's latest announcement released at 9:03 AM. Ornamental gold (96.5% purity) is now selling at 70,900 baht per baht weight, up 250 baht from the previous day's close. Gold bars are trading at 69,900 baht per baht weight for buying and 70,100 baht for selling. Ornamental gold is purchased at 68,508.04 baht per baht weight and sold at 70,900 baht. Global gold spot prices stand at 4,566.00 US dollars per ounce. Gold traders predict prices may surge an additional 1,000-2,000 baht per baht weight tomorrow, potentially breaking through the 80,000 baht mark.

Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit was urgently hospitalized late last night after losing consciousness at a well-known hotel. Doctors performed emergency heart compressions to save his life following what is believed to be exhaustion from heavy work. His condition has since stabilized.

According to close associates, the minister collapsed and lost consciousness around 10 p.m. on May 24, prompting an immediate hospital transfer for emergency treatment. He is now reported to be in stable condition.

The collapse is believed to have been caused by work-related exhaustion. On May 24, after arriving in Udon Thani province to prepare for fieldwork scheduled for May 25, the minister attended a meeting that likely contributed to physical fatigue, triggering the fainting episode.