On February 6, 2025, Deputy Police Commissioner Samarani Nualma, along with Deputy Commissioner Krisda Kanchanalong and numerous other senior police officials, ordered the arrest of two suspects: a 26-year-old male named Rai and a 27-year-old female named Wari, both charged with theft and property damage using a vehicle.

The pair had a documented history of three theft incidents:

1. March 20, 2024: Theft from under a residential house in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 2. April 30, 2024: Theft of a squirrel monkey named "March" from Pae Mon Friend Zoo, the zoo's beloved mascot 3. May 1, 2024: Theft of one saltwater crocodile and one tiger-striped salamander from Pata Zoo

Police seized multiple animals during the search including squirrel monkey "March," one saltwater crocodile, one tiger-striped salamander, five snakes, one raccoon, one tortoise, and other animals still under investigation.

The arrest followed an unusual tip to the Narcotics Suppression Bureau that a husband and wife couple were seen carrying animals into drug distribution areas in the Don Muang district, attempting to trade a pangolin for narcotics. After investigation, authorities identified the suspects as teenagers living in the Don Muang area with a pattern of animal theft across Bangkok and its surrounding areas.

Detailed investigation revealed their latest crimes occurred on April 30, 2024, when they stole "March" from Pae Mon Friend Zoo in Bang Khun, and on May 1, 2024, when they stole the crocodile and salamander from Pata Zoo in Pin Klao. Police tracked them to their residence and discovered numerous stolen animals. Officers also found an apartment in Don Muang where the suspects were hiding animals for sale.

Deputy Police Commander Theeradej Thammasudeer stated: "This criminal activity goes beyond simple animal theft—it involves connections to drug trafficking, a serious threat to society. Officers must expand the investigation to cover both the animal theft network and drug trafficking routes that may be interconnected, in order to prosecute these crimes according to the law."

Arsenal has set May 31 for a championship celebration parade if they secure either the Premier League title or UEFA Champions League this season. The club is pursuing a domestic and European double, currently leading the Premier League and having reached the Champions League final. According to The Sun, Arsenal has planned the celebration for May 31, less than 24 hours after the European Cup final on May 30. This means even if Arsenal wins the Premier League after their final match against Crystal Palace on May 24, they will have to delay their celebrations. While the exact parade route hasn't been confirmed, based on precedent from two years ago, the open-top bus is expected to start at Emirates Stadium and route through Drayton Park, Abbot Park, Highbury Grove, Saint Paul Street, Upper Street, and return to Emirates Stadium.

Fern Phimchanok Luewiset, Tor Thanapob Leeratanakajorn, and Porsche Siwarak Adulsuddikul lead the charge in Netflix Thailand's fresh new action-romance film 'Blood Love Killer,' now streaming exclusively on Netflix. The premiere brought together assassins and hunters to celebrate this exciting new Thai action-romance production, featuring top-tier talent including Fern Phimchanok Luewiset, Tor Thanapob Leeratanakajorn, and Porsche Siwarak Adulsuddikul, alongside seasoned actors Tony Rakaen and Chai Chatayodm Hiranyatithi. The ensemble cast delivers intense, eye-to-eye combat in this electrifying action film that weaves together stories of love and sacrifice across different relationship types, all united by a single purpose: protecting family and loved ones without expecting anything in return.

Netflix transformed the courtyard at Paragon Cineplex into a grand red carpet venue for the film's spectacular premiere, with actors warmly greeting excited fans before an exclusive first screening. Fans enjoyed post-screening discussions with the cast in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, creating wonderful memories for all attendees.

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Suchart Chomklin, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, monitored operations at the Air Pollution Control Center under the Pollution Control Department and commended sugarcane farmers and sugar mills across the country for their concrete cooperation in advancing government policy to reduce PM2.5 dust pollution. Following the closure of the 2568/2569 production season, burnt sugarcane entering mills accounted for only 3.80%, below the set standard, with Ratchasima Sugar Mill (Bang Wean) recording the lowest proportion at 0.25%.

Surin Vorakitdhamma, Director-General of the Pollution Control Department, reported that the policy limited burnt sugarcane intake to no more than 10% to control PM2.5 during the production season (December 2, 2568 – May 3, 2569). A total of 58 mills across 29 provinces processed over 105.86 million tons of sugarcane, comprising 101.84 million tons of fresh cane and 4.02 million tons of burnt cane (3.80%).

Six mills achieved burnt sugarcane intake below 1%. Despite facing challenges this year including labor shortages in sugarcane harvesting and drought, the sector successfully met the burning control targets, reflecting the cooperation of all sectors in reducing environmental and public health impacts.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed at Don Muang Royal Thai Air Force Base on May 7, 2025 that the 400 billion baht emergency loan decree has received royal approval. He expressed confidence that opposition plans to petition the Constitutional Court would not deter the government's economic relief efforts. Anutin noted that he signed off on the decree submission to the Crown, and dismissed concerns that a constitutional interpretation case would delay aid to the public, emphasizing that everyone should work together to alleviate citizen hardship.

When asked whether a Constitutional Court challenge would stall economic recovery efforts during the mandatory 60-day review period, the Prime Minister stressed that the government represents the people's interests and must prioritize public welfare. He pointed out that this would be his eighth term overseeing such emergency borrowing, and that predecessors—including those now in opposition—had conducted similar loans. He noted the contrast, saying while previous governments used the term "Strong Thailand," his administration uses "Thai Helping Thai."

Anutin highlighted key differences in this loan structure: it uses Thai baht currency rather than foreign denominations, and all funds will reach citizens directly without intermediary projects. This direct distribution, he explained, will boost consumer spending and enhance financial liquidity circulation throughout Thailand's economy. He defended the measure as neither unprecedented nor unusual, stating it aligns with government policy and parliamentary promises made to address economic challenges.

When pressed on whether the Constitutional Court petition might impact the "Khaon Lae Khrung Plus" (People Half Plus) program and the state welfare card scheme, Anutin dismissed any connection, asserting the government remains committed to all campaign pledges and policy announcements with full sincerity.

On May 7, 2025, at the Royal Thai Police headquarters, attorney Gija Alishawah, representing Narathiwat MP Komlasak Leewamae of the Prachachat Party, filed a petition for justice with Police Commissioner General Kittarat Panphetch. The petition sought fair treatment for Komlasak and two other victims of a shooting attack that occurred on March 20. The lawyer argues that beyond the seven suspects already arrested, there are other masterminds directing the operation.

Gija revealed that he had been authorized by Komlasak and the two other shooting victims to file this complaint with national police headquarters, following two previous complaints to local investigators. He expressed frustration that investigators announced they had captured all perpetrators but offered no clear direction on how the case would proceed. The victims believe multiple organizers remain unidentified.

Gija highlighted concerns about the investigation's thoroughness, noting that despite arresting seven suspects, this doesn't guarantee conviction without solid evidence. He called for police oversight of the investigation team and accelerated case proceedings, requesting they gather phone records, examine LINE and messaging applications, monitor social media discussions related to the shooting, and track weapon usage and vehicle routes.

Gija drew comparisons to other national security cases, such as bombings at police headquarters, where investigators worked with greater detail and speed. He expressed concern that Komlasak's case might parallel that of attorney Somchai Nilamphaijit, where the true organizers remain unknown to this day. Based on suspects' statements—many claiming they had no connection to Komlasak or disputes with him—it's evident they were hired killers. Investigators must determine who hired them. Gija emphasized the need for rock-solid evidence establishing the identity of those who ordered and financed the attack, so courts can hold all perpetrators accountable.

Gija noted that Komlasak is currently under witness protection with local and central police providing security. However, two detained military officers with senior ranks and local positions were released on bail, raising concerns they might intimidate witnesses or tamper with evidence, prompting this petition to the police chief.