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International Olympic Committee Arrives in Thailand to Assess Readiness for 2030 Youth Olympic Games Host

An International Olympic Committee delegation led by Mrs. Danka Hrbékova arrived in Thailand to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the country's readiness to host the 2030 Youth Olympic Games. The three-day evaluation, taking place April 28-30, 2025, includes site inspections and technical workshops to assess Thailand's infrastructure, management vision, and overall capabilities. The assessment marks a critical milestone in the host selection process, with results to be announced on April 30.

27 Apr Khaosod

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has arrived in Thailand to advance the assessment process of the country's readiness to host the 2030 Youth Olympic Games. Thai sports officials including Preecha Lalun, Deputy Secretary-General of the Sports Authority of Thailand for Elite Sports and Sports Science, along with Dr. Suwanna Siltapacha, Vice President of the Thai Olympic Committee, and Dr. Chuenchonok Sirivatchana, Deputy Secretary-General of the Thai Olympic Committee, welcomed Mrs. Danka Hrbékova, IOC member and chair of the 5th Youth Olympic Games 2030 working committee, and her delegation at Suvarnabhumi Airport on April 27, 2025.

The visit from April 28-30, 2025 represents a crucial milestone in the IOC's Targeted Dialogue process, an in-depth assessment phase. During the three-day period, the working committee will conduct site inspections at competition venues and participate in technical workshops to comprehensively evaluate Thailand's preparedness.

Thailand has prepared to present its readiness across all dimensions, including competition management vision, infrastructure development, and sustainable strategies for advancing the youth Olympic movement. The assessment aims to demonstrate Thailand's concrete capabilities and readiness to host the games. The evaluation concludes on April 30, 2025, with a press briefing summarizing findings and the next steps in the host selection process.

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Police

2 Chinese tourists arrested after gold shop robbery in Korat

Two Chinese tourists were arrested in Bangkok after stealing 300,000 baht in gold rings from a Nakhon Ratchasima shop in a 30-second smash-and-grab robbery on Sunday.

27 Apr Khaosod

Police have arrested two Chinese men accused of carrying out a brazen gold shop robbery in Nakhon Ratchasima on Sunday morning, stealing gold rings worth an estimated 300,000 baht before fleeing the scene. The incident took place at around 10:11am on April 27 at a gold shop in Dan Kwian subdistrict, Chok Chai district, where two masked men entered the store while two female staff members were inside. Police said the employees fled to the back of the shop after spotting the men, who were wearing black long-sleeve shirts, shorts, and masks covering their faces. Unable to access gold necklaces due to protective grills, the men used a blunt object to smash a display cabinet containing gold rings before quickly grabbing items and fleeing the scene. The entire robbery took approximately 30 seconds. The men then escaped in a white Toyota Yaris sedan with no visible licence plate, prompting police to issue a nationwide alert. Authorities later confirmed the men were Chinese nationals identified as 27-year-old Zou Qintao from Guangdong province and 19-year-old Song Haolong from Sichuan province. Police said the pair were arrested later the same day at a car rental shop in Prawet district, Bangkok, after investigators traced the vehicle used in the robbery back to the rental company. Officers coordinated with immigration police and local units before locating the pair, who were found in possession of the stolen gold rings. No firearm was recovered, with the men allegedly claiming it had been discarded during their escape. Police said initial investigations suggested the pair entered Thailand as tourists, and both were reported to have Thai girlfriends. Authorities added that they allegedly ran out of money before planning the robbery. Investigators from Nakhon Ratchasima provincial police are en route to take custody of the pair for further questioning in the province, while evidence is being compiled for legal proceedings.

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National

Supremo Tiph Defeats Bandung from Indonesia, Opens Women's AVC Champions League Campaign

Supremo Tiph Chonburi-E.Tech dominated their opening match of the AVC Women's Champions League 2026, defeating Indonesia's Bandung BJB Tandamata 3-0 to advance to the semi-finals. The Thai team will now face Nakhon Ratchasima Quemin C VVC, with veteran player Pluem Jit Thinkhao contributing 17 points to the victory. Meanwhile, fellow Thai representative Harudot Chonburi suffered a loss to Japan's NEC Red Rockets in their opening match.

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Supremo Tiph Chonburi-E.Tech volleyball team defeated Bandung BJB Tandamata from Indonesia in the opening round of the AVC Women's Champions League 2026 at MCC Hall The Mall Bangkapi on April 27, 2025. Supremo Tiph delivered an outstanding performance, overpowering Bandung BJB Tandamata with a convincing 3-0 set victory (25-22, 25-20, 25-22), securing their first-round win and advancing to the semi-finals to face Nakhon Ratchasima Quemin C VVC. In this match, Pluem Jit Thinkhao, one of the legendary seven stars, showcased her skill with 17 points single-handedly. In another match, Harudot Chonburi Rajamongkol Thanyaburi VC, another Thai representative, lost to Japan's NEC Red Rockets 0-3 (26-28, 16-25, 21-25).

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National

Spotlight On! Malay, Namhom, Benz Showcase Dazzling Talent at Miss World Thailand 2026

Five contestants won top honors at the Miss World Thailand 2026 Fast Track: Talent competition, showcasing exceptional abilities in singing, traditional dance, and sword dancing. The winners will compete in upcoming rounds, including a charity fashion show and final judging, with the ultimate victor advancing to represent Thailand at Miss World 2026 in Vietnam.

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The Miss World Thailand 2026: The WORLD is TRUE pageant (presented by TRUE5G) hosted its Fast Track: Talent round, featuring five crowned winners after impressive displays of diverse abilities. The event, held in collaboration with Dhurakij Pundit University's Faculty of Communication, was judged by a prestigious panel including Assoc. Prof. Siwnarot Hongyaprayoon, along with industry experts and former pageant winners.

Winners of the talent competition were: 1. Contestant #10 Benz-Pannika Bunsirithakon: Singing 2. Contestant #12 Malay-Malayka Kar: Sword Dance 3. Contestant #15 Namhom-Kanthira Techapaddhanagun: Masked Dance 4. Contestant #20 Kluay Mai-Rewadi Musikim: Manohra Dance 5. Contestant #22 Jenny-Pokkaset Jenlab: Singing

These five winners will advance to online voting on the Miss World Thailand Facebook page, with three finalists selected to perform at the World Charity Fashion Show on May 2 at The Mall Lifestore Bangkapi. Only one contestant will ultimately earn a spot in the final competition slated for May 10. The winner of Miss World Thailand 2026 will represent Thailand at the Miss World 2026 competition in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

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Community

Is It Too Much? Couple Asks for Free Som Tam, Restaurant Owner Serves It in a Container, But They're Unhappy Because They Want to Eat Inside

A well-dressed couple requested free som tam from a Chachoengsao restaurant and the owner agreed, but offered to serve it in a container since they were still setting up. When the couple insisted on eating inside and were refused, they became visibly unhappy and left. The incident sparked online debate after the restaurant posted CCTV footage describing the encounter.

27 Apr Khaosod

On April 27, 2569, the Som Tam Saderd restaurant in Panasanikhom, Chachoengsao posted CCTV footage on Facebook describing an incident. The post stated: "Our restaurant regularly provides free som tam to poor and homeless people who ask. Earlier, a well-dressed couple came in asking for free som tam. We agreed to give them some, but when they asked to eat at the restaurant, we said it wasn't convenient because we were still setting up. We offered to put it in a container instead. They refused and insisted on eating here, then walked out with an angry look. This is frustrating. They get to choose everything so easily, so convenient." The post sparked numerous critical comments from social media users.

A reporter visited Som Tam Saderd restaurant near Wat Plab in Panasanikhom Municipality, Chachoengsao, and spoke with 35-year-old Monruedi. She explained that early in the morning, while she was preparing to open the shop, a well-dressed man and woman approached and asked for som tam. She asked the owner in the back, who agreed to give them a bag but suggested serving it in a container to take away.

When Monruedi told the couple the som tam would be served in a container for takeaway, they showed clear dissatisfaction and insisted on eating at the restaurant. After being refused, they displayed their displeasure visibly and left without the food, leaving her confused by the encounter.

Owner Voranit stated that the restaurant had just opened and was still setting up when the couple arrived. He explained that since the shop wasn't ready, he offered to serve the som tam in a container for them to take home or eat elsewhere. He noted that the restaurant normally provides free food to poor and homeless people who ask. In this case, he didn't refuse them—he simply offered a container for takeaway. However, the couple showed clear displeasure despite being informed that the shop wasn't ready to accommodate dine-in customers as they were still preparing.

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Regional

ONE Issues Final Preparations Statement Before ONE Samurai 1 Debut

ONE Championship announces its readiness for the inaugural ONE Samurai 1 event, scheduled for April 29 in Tokyo, which will feature Japan's top fighters across multiple martial arts disciplines for audiences from 195 countries. The press conference showcased prominent athletes including former champion Rodtang, Takeru, and Jonathan Haggerty, all expressing their determination for their respective bouts. The event marks a significant milestone with free television broadcast on Fuji Television, aimed at rekindling Japan's prominence in the global martial arts scene.

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ONE Samurai 1 is preparing for a grand debut, bringing together sports fans from over 195 countries at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo on Wednesday, April 29, with fights commencing at 12:30 p.m. Thailand time. The ONE Samurai series is designed as a monthly competition featuring top-tier and emerging Japanese fighters competing intensely across all formats—MMA, Muay Thai, kickboxing, and grappling.

On April 24, ONE held a pre-event press conference led by founder, president, and CEO Chatri Sityodtong, alongside Chuntaro Tanaka, ONE's Japan CEO and commercial officer, with featured athletes answering media questions and demonstrating their readiness at New Pier Hall in Tokyo.

Chatri spoke about ONE Samurai 1's significance: "ONE Samurai marks the beginning of the greatest era in martial arts history—not just for Japan, but for the world. I promise that ONE will deliver the highest-quality, world-standard competition to restore Japan as a premier martial arts destination."

Tanaka highlighted the broadcast partnership with U-NEXT and Fuji Television, saying: "I believe combat sports have the power to move people. We want to use television as a starting point to grow the fanbase and expand reach. We're committed to this project with the understanding that if it doesn't succeed now, there may not be another chance. Despite obstacles, our unified team's collaboration has made free TV broadcast on Fuji Television a reality."

Featured athletes included flyweight (125-135 lbs) former ONE Muay Thai world champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Japanese favorite Takeru, who participated in open workouts. Takeru expressed his commitment: "I will give everything I've accumulated and all remaining strength to win the ONE world championship belt. I must win to perfectly conclude my fighting career."

Rodtang responded: "Every fight matters to me, but facing Takeru this time is especially meaningful as it's his final bout. I've prepared to meet him again and am confident I'll win and bring this belt back to Thailand."

Kickboxing world champion Jonathan Haggerty (135-145 lbs) is preparing to defend his title against Japanese favorite Yuki Yoza. Haggerty stated: "I'm fully prepared to defend my belt at the highest level and excited to fight in front of Japanese fans."

Yoza confidently declared: "I believe I'm the strongest at bantamweight now and have trained hard to prove it. Now that Takeru is retiring, we Japanese fighters must step up and carry the responsibility.

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Car Engulfed in Flames at Khao Yai Viewpoint; Driver Narrowly Escapes Before Explosion

A sedan caught fire at Khao Yai National Park's viewpoint on April 27 after the driver noticed smoke from the engine; she escaped safely before the vehicle was completely destroyed.

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On April 27, 2569, Chaiyya Huai Hongthong, director of Khao Yai National Park, received a report of a private vehicle fire that broke out spontaneously at the viewpoint parking area at kilometer 30 on Thanarart Road in Moo Si Subdistrict, Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. He ordered the park's water truck to be deployed and coordinated with the Moo Si Municipal Fire Department to respond. Assistant Park Director Ratchanee Chokcharoen supervised the operation on site.

Upon arrival, officials found a black sedan with Bangkok license plates engulfed in intense flames originating from the engine compartment and spreading throughout the vehicle. Firefighters rapidly deployed water to prevent the fire from spreading into the nearby forest. It took more than 30 minutes to extinguish the fire completely, leaving the vehicle totally destroyed.

Interviewed at the scene, the 26-year-old female car owner from Kamphaeng Phet recounted the frightening moments. She had driven to the national park for sightseeing and parked at the viewpoint to take photos. Suddenly, she noticed abnormal smoke billowing from under the hood, followed by flames shooting out rapidly. She immediately made the decision to flee the vehicle before the fire engulfed it entirely.

Authorities initially suspect the fire resulted from prolonged uphill driving combined with the extremely hot weather in the area. The engine, equipped with a dual fuel system (LPG and gasoline), accumulated excessive heat until reaching a critical point and igniting. Further detailed investigation will be conducted to determine the exact cause. Fortunately, no injuries or deaths were reported.

It was noted that April 27 marked the first perpendicular position of the sun over Bangkok this year, when Thailand receives maximum solar energy. The National Astronomical Research Institute (NARIT) has previously indicated that April-May experiences extremely hot conditions, easily causing engine heat accumulation if not properly maintained.

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National

Khla Tham Party Prepares Major Leadership Restructuring; Thammanat Set to Become Party Leader, Narumon Moves to Treasurer

The Khla Tham Party will hold its annual general assembly on April 28 to restructure its leadership, with Air Chief Marshal Thammanat Prompow being promoted to party leader and current leader Narumon Phinyosinwattana moving to treasurer. The reshuffling also includes changes to key positions such as party secretary, registrar, and spokesperson, establishing new deputy party leadership roles.

27 Apr Khaosod

The Khla Tham Party (KT) will convene its 2569 annual general assembly on April 28 at 1 p.m. at the Golden Tulip Sofferini Hotel in Bangkok with a major restructuring of the party executive committee on the agenda. Air Chief Marshal Thammanat Prompow, currently party advisor, will be promoted to party leader, replacing Narumon Phinyosinwattana, who will transition to the position of party treasurer in place of Bunyying Nitikaanjana from Ratchaburi. Phai Likkhit from Kamphaengphet will continue as party secretary. Air Vice-Marshal Yossasingha Leamlertsai from Chachoengsao will assume the role of party registrar, replacing Arthakorn Sirilattayakorn who becomes party spokesperson. Phakkaphoomi Boonpramuk from Tak will serve as party manager, while deputy party leaders include Police Lieutenant General Surin Palarai from Songkhla, Bunying, Air Vice-Marshal Anudis Nakorntarp, and Akkrasaen Lohveerakul from Chaiyaphum.

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U.S. Attorney Addresses Questions on "Scambodia"

The U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia addressed international concerns about Cambodia's role in cyber scam operations, noting that an estimated 40-60 percent of the country's GDP comes from scam revenue. U.S. authorities have charged individuals linked to scam compounds in Myanmar and Cambodia, taking down hundreds of websites and restraining over $700 million in cryptocurrency tied to victims. While acknowledging recent Cambodian efforts against scam centers, U.S. officials stressed their focus remains on targeting those organizing these operations regardless of political connections.

27 Apr Khaosod

A senior U.S. prosecutor addressed questions on Cambodia's role in cyber scam operations during a virtual press briefing on April 24, while also responding to queries about alleged links between public officials and scam networks in the region.

Jeanine Ferris Pirro, United States Attorney for the District of Columbia, made the remarks during a briefing on U.S. enforcement actions targeting transnational cyber scam and forced-labour operations in Southeast Asia.

When asked about the term "Scambodia" in relation to scam activity in Cambodia, Pirro said Cambodia remains "a source of focus." She noted that public reporting suggests 40 to 60 percent of Cambodia's GDP is derived from scam revenue, while acknowledging that Cambodian authorities have recently taken action against scam compounds. However, she said U.S. authorities are "waiting to see whether that will actually change the prevalence of scams in Cambodia."

The briefing also included a question from BBC journalist Sen Nguyen regarding allegations involving Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen and his son, Prime Minister Hun Manet, as well as possible links to scam centres, and whether U.S. intelligence had detected related activity in Vietnam.

Pirro responded that U.S. authorities could not comment on any particular investigation. "We do, however, take seriously allegations that public officials are involved in or profiting from scam centers," she said. "The strike force is focused on targets organizing and leading these compounds regardless of their political connections."

The briefing focused on U.S. efforts against cyber-enabled investment fraud, commonly known as "pig butchering" scams, where victims are lured through fake job offers or online schemes before being defrauded.

Pirro said U.S. authorities have charged individuals linked to scam compounds in Myanmar and carried out enforcement actions against recruitment networks allegedly operating in the region, including Cambodia. She added that hundreds of websites had been taken down and more than $700 million in cryptocurrency linked to victims had been restrained as part of ongoing investigations.

The remarks come amid increased international scrutiny of cyber scam operations in Southeast Asia, where trafficking-linked fraud networks have expanded in recent years.

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National

Farm Expo Unites Partners in Major MOU to Advance Business, Technology, and Marketing in Thai Agriculture

Farm Expo and multiple partners from government, private sector, and educational institutions have signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding to advance Thai agriculture through integrated business, technology, and marketing development. The three-year cooperation aims to translate research and innovation into practical applications, strengthen farmer capabilities, and enhance Thailand's agricultural competitiveness globally. The collaborative network includes major organizations such as Kasetsart University, various government agencies, and private companies working across five key dimensions of agricultural development.

27 Apr Khaosod

Farm Expo has partnered with agricultural networks from the public sector, private sector, and educational institutions to sign a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at driving comprehensive development of business, technology, and marketing in Thai agriculture. The collaboration seeks to connect knowledge, research, and innovation for practical applications with commercial scope, while elevating the capabilities of Thai farmers and strengthening their competitive position on the global stage.

Farm Expo CEO Norbadee Phadungjariyon, who coordinated the cooperation between relevant agencies, stated: "This cooperation represents a crucial step in systematically linking all sectors of Thai agriculture together. We believe that integrating knowledge, technology, and networks from strong partners will help accelerate development and elevate Thai agriculture to compete at the international level."

The cooperation stems from a shared commitment to advance Thai agriculture through the integration of knowledge, research, and innovation from leading organizations. Past collaborations have generated positive results across multiple dimensions, including promoting research and innovation for practical agricultural applications, creating networking platforms, and supporting Thai farmers' capacity development for international competitiveness.

The MOU signing includes both organizations renewing their cooperation and new partners joining to expand the collaborative network further. Organizations renewing their cooperation include Kasetsart University, Chiang Mai University, the Agricultural Research Development Office (Public Organization), the Digital Economy Promotion Office, the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Public Organization), the Thai Industry Council, Farm Expo Company Limited, and TechSoft Media Company Limited.

New organizations joining include the Agricultural Land Reform Office, the Land Development Department, the Department of Agriculture, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, PostToday Company Limited, and Marketeer.

Existing partner agencies including the Department of Agricultural Extension, the Rubber Authority of Thailand, and the National Innovation Office, whose previous MOUs remain in effect, also participated in this ceremony to demonstrate the strength of the ongoing and tangible cooperative network.

Under this MOU, key objectives include promoting public-private cooperation in developing Thai agriculture, disseminating knowledge and integrating modern agricultural technology to farmers nationwide, and driving business development and marketing of agricultural products both domestically and internationally.

The cooperation encompasses five main dimensions: macro-level knowledge information exchange, support for access to modern agricultural technology, business development to elevate agricultural products to global markets, marketing opportunities through communication tools, and promoting agriculture for environmental sustainability toward Net Zero goals.

This cooperation is set for a three-year period, with all parties able to jointly review and consider continuation.

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Police

ACSC Clarifies 'Big Kong' Photo with Right-Hand Man Kok Arn, States Meeting with Cambodian Deputy Police Chief on Scammer Crackdown

The Anti-Online Scam Center clarified a widely circulated photo showing officials dining together, stating it documented a November 2567 meeting with Cambodia's Deputy Police Chief to coordinate efforts against online scammers, not evidence

27 Apr Khaosod

On April 27, 2569, the Anti-Online Scam Center (ACSC) under the direction of Police General Thana Chuawongse, Deputy Police Commander and Chief of the Counter Crime and Corruption Bureau, and Police Lieutenant General Jiraphop Phooridetch, Assistant Police Commander and Deputy Chief of the Bureau, posted a statement addressing a photo circulating on the CSI LA Facebook page. The image showed ACSC officials dining together alongside text that misleadingly suggested close ties with Kok Arn's associates. The ACSC clarified that the photo was genuine but showed a delegation led by Cambodian Deputy Police Chief Sam Vannvirak meeting with Thai police at a restaurant in Paragon shopping mall on November 27, 2567 to discuss cooperation on combating online scammers. The ACSC emphasized that the individuals pictured from the Cambodian side had no prior acquaintance and no close relationship with the officials mentioned in the misleading posts.

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