On May 2, 2026, Kasetsart University officially opened the Kasetsart University Taekwondo Institute (KUTA) at the KU Home Building's third floor. Dr. Damrong Sriphraram, acting university president, joined key figures including Thanit Raktabut, secretary-general of the Thailand Taekwondo Association, and renowned taekwondo coach Dr. Chatchai Che to launch the facility. The nine-story building, originally a four-star hotel, was converted into a modern taekwondo training center to develop coaching standards, train referees, and nurture youth athletes toward national championship levels.

Dr. Damrong explained that the institute aims to teach taekwondo skills to children, develop athletic excellence, assess athlete proficiency, train certified coaches and referees to international standards, and organize taekwondo competitions. Coach Che, the institute director, expressed gratitude to the university and emphasized the center's mission to advance taekwondo education, enhance coaching capabilities, and promote youth health and sportsmanship. The institute will accept students from age seven and above, with training conducted at Kasetsart University Demonstration School. Coach Che also discussed preparations for youth Olympic taekwondo competitions, aiming to select qualified athletes to represent Thailand at international events, particularly the Youth Olympic Games.

Mew Gee Pairyia Phatthuengsukhwat, known for her confident persona, broke down during a livestream sharing the painful truth behind her divorce from a husband she'd been with for over 10 years. She revealed she sacrificed everything to gain sole custody of her child, now left with just one house and forced to sell off nearly all designer brand belongings, including her beloved Hermès bags, to survive. The emotional revelation shook many as she detailed over two years of hardship.

Mew explained that she went through a period of extreme difficulty lasting more than two years, beginning from when she ended her 10-year relationship. She faced intense online drama and made major life decisions, choosing to give up everything to secure the right to raise her child alone. From a life where she had everything, she's now left with only one house. She revealed having to sell off nearly all brand-name assets, including her favorite Hermès bags, to provide for her life with nothing left.

"I lost all confidence in myself," Mew shared. "Anything I did with anyone became a trending topic. I genuinely like women—I still do. I like both women and men, regardless of what happens. But the hardest part started when I divorced my husband. The damage was enormous. I couldn't sleep for a year, just nightmares constantly. I went through all of this alone without anyone knowing. No one knew. I couldn't eat or sleep, lost over 10 kilograms, and it was torture."

Beyond the personal suffering, Mew had to negotiate custody and property matters that were anything but graceful. "The settlement was messy, chaotic, and disastrous," she explained. "I bore all the criticism alone while the other party stayed silent. To secure sole custody of my child, I had to give up so much. I was left with nothing and had to start completely from scratch. I only kept one house. My car was gone, and I had to buy a new one because I had no money. I truly had to rebuild everything from zero."

Despite agreeing on child custody terms, those agreements weren't honored. "I don't want to go into details, but securing my child's custody required sacrificing numerous things," she said. "The shop I had worked hard on was eventually given to the other party just to wrap everything up and avoid further problems. Sometimes I can't even bear to look at it—it breaks my heart. It's been the worst period of my life."

Even after the settlement, online criticism continued relentlessly. "I receive constant comments and people attacking me regularly. I understand everyone has their own perspective, but it's incredibly difficult," she shared. "What I do most often is hug my child and cry, telling myself that as a mother, I can endure anything. The store is no longer mine now. I gave it away to bring closure. Some memories I still can't bear to face—they make me lose my mind. It's been the darkest chapter of my life."

Yamaha Music School's 60-year success story has made history in music education, championing the Yamaha curriculum that enjoys the highest popularity among students worldwide and importing world-class Yamaha instruments. The school network has expanded to cover 85 locations across Thailand. The 60th anniversary celebration will be grand in scale, bringing together numerous renowned artists and singers, cementing Yamaha's position as Thailand's sole leader in music education and a long-standing partner to Thai society. The institution is now moving toward a comprehensive music ecosystem and positioning Thailand as a regional music hub.

Ms. Pranaptda Pornprapha, Chief Executive Officer of Siam Yamaha Music Co., Ltd., operating under Siam Motor Group (SMG), revealed that "Yamaha Music School's 60-year success represents the country's only comprehensive Yamaha music education curriculum provider, the most popular worldwide, backed by Japan's Yamaha Music Foundation. We have developed Thai youth's skills, fostered creativity, and elevated music standards to match international levels. We aim to transform Thailand into an 'Eastern Vienna' or a regional music center brimming with musical talent and cultural diversity. Strong music foundations are crucial because Yamaha plans to contribute to music therapy initiatives that will enhance emotional, physical, and mental well-being.

We are proud to have initiated new music projects showcasing the Yamaha curriculum's effectiveness and expanded our network to 85 schools nationwide, nurturing young musical talent through prestigious platforms such as Yamaha Thailand Music Festival, Yamaha Marching Band Competition, Yamaha Looktung Contest, Asian Beat, and Thai JOC. Currently, we host numerous competitions including Yamaha Thailand International Music Competition, Bass Solo, Drum Solo, and Piano competitions. We've expanded our instrument product line with offerings such as Bösendorfer pianos from Austria and Yamaha's immersive audio solutions. We maintain comprehensive after-sales service centers staffed with experienced technicians providing expert guidance and customer support. Technology and social media now play increasingly significant roles, with music blending seamlessly with various innovations for younger generations. Music adapts to contemporary lifestyles, influencing daily life through live performances, YouTube, TikTok, and more.

Over 60 years, Yamaha Music School has created a significant phenomenon in Thailand's music scene, uniting music lovers, musicians, and industry figures who celebrated enthusiastically. The school has been a crucial driving force behind the success of Thai artists and musicians at both national and international levels. Through its Yamaha curriculum development, knowledge creation, and providing platforms for Thai children to demonstrate musical talents, Yamaha Music School has truly passed the torch of inspiration across generations." Ms. Pranaptda concluded.

On May 2, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the chapel of Luang Pho Yai Temple in Wat Huai Soop, Namatum District, Panasnikhom, Chachoengsao Province, over 20 villagers won lottery prizes with the numbers 43 and 065, each holding 10 tickets. They came to make merit offerings at the temple, which had over 30,000 firecrackers lit in celebration, with lottery tickets densely packed in everyone's hands.

When interviewed, 46-year-old sugarcane vendor Amorn revealed that he had previously come to make merit and seek blessings and good fortune from Luang Pho Yai. He then drew the number 43 from a ping-pong ball lottery, purchased one set of 10 tickets, and won approximately 20,000 baht when that number was drawn today. He brought firecrackers to make offerings to Luang Pho Yai in gratitude.

Another lucky winner, 60-year-old Noi, won 10 tickets with the number 065 (last three digits) and 10 more with 43 (last two digits), receiving approximately 50,000 baht. She revealed that she came to make merit, and a temple monk gave her an incense stick number, which she lit and used to request the lucky number 065. She purchased tickets with this number and won both the three-digit and two-digit endings with 10 tickets each, coming to make offerings with Luang Pho Yai.

Several other villagers also won prizes with three-digit front numbers and two-digit endings, with 2-5 tickets each.

Amorn then lit firecrackers and drew additional numbers 573, 64, 781, and 30. He also distributed all remaining sugarcane juice from his vehicle to villagers who came to make merit and offerings at Luang Pho Yai's chapel, emptying his entire stock. He announced plans to use the numbers drawn today to try his luck in the lottery drawing on May 16, 2025.

On May 2, 2569, Police General Kitti Rat Pantupet and Deputy National Police Commander Itthiphol Ajjariyapradisit assigned Deputy Commander Trairongn Phiwphannr and a police spokesman to inspect and monitor the case of a Region 9 police officer who allegedly deceived a brain-disabled person into playing hi-lo gambling at a house in Kuha Sawannr subdistrict, Mueang Phattalung on April 27, 2569.

The case is being investigated as illegal gambling and fraud. A disciplinary committee has been established chaired by Police Lieutenant Colonel Chaturndanai Sentrang to conduct a strict investigation. The suspect officer has been suspended from duty effective May 1, 2569, after the investigation committee determined he committed serious disciplinary violations and criminal offenses.

Deputy Commander Trairongn met with the victim's family today, assuring them that the National Police Office is prioritizing the case and will ensure justice for all parties without any protection for wrongdoing officers.

The deputy commander also visited and provided encouragement and financial assistance to Police Sergeant Sompon Kaetdaeng, a Phattalung station officer who was injured while responding to an incident on April 28, 2569. The officer is currently hospitalized at Phattalung Hospital, and the police chief has ordered full medical care and welfare benefits.

Football Schedule May 2, 2026

English Premier League

Brentford vs West Ham United - A London Derby clash kicking off at 21:00, broadcast live on Mono Max. Brentford are fighting for a European ticket spot while West Ham battle relegation. The hosts have struggled for form recently, but the visitors still look vulnerable.

Newcastle United vs Brighton - Starting at 21:00 on Mono Max, this match sees Newcastle still sweating over relegation danger while Brighton chase a European qualification spot. Newcastle's recent form has been poor, giving Brighton an excellent opportunity to pull off a win on the road.

Wolves vs Sunderland - Kicking off at 21:00 on Mono Max. Wolverhampton have already been relegated, facing a Sunderland side still hunting for European football. The hosts appear to lack motivation, while the visitors should collect three points.

Arsenal vs Fulham - A crucial London Derby at 23:30 on Mono Max at Emirates Stadium. The Gunners currently lead the table with 73 points from 34 matches (22 wins, 7 draws, 5 losses) and are fighting for the title. Fulham sit 10th with 48 points (14 wins, 6 draws, 14 losses) and are chasing European qualification. Arsenal are expected to field Victor Nkakrenko, Bukayo Saka, and Declan Rice, while Fulham will likely deploy Raúl Jiménez, Emile Smith Rowe, and Harry Wilson. Despite the enormous pressure Arsenal face, their clear superiority over Fulham suggests they won't miss this opportunity.

German Bundesliga

Bayern Munich vs Heidenheim - 20:30 on PPTV and beIN Sports 3. Bayern have already secured the title and face a Heidenheim side fighting relegation. Even with a rotated squad, Bayern remain favorites to win.

Hoffenheim vs Stuttgart - 20:30 on beIN Sports 5. Both teams are battling for a top-four finish, but Hoffenheim's home advantage gives them better winning odds.

Eintracht Frankfurt vs Hamburg - 20:30 on beIN Sports 6. Frankfurt chase UEFA Conference League qualification while Hamburg need points to guarantee survival. The hosts appear stronger and should collect the victory.

Werder Bremen vs Augsburg - 20:30 on beIN Sports 7. Bremen need points to secure survival while Augsburg's fate is already settled. The home side's motivation gives them the edge in this match.

Union Berlin vs Cologne - 20:30 on beIN Sports 8. Both teams remain in relegation danger with similar recent form, suggesting a likely draw.

Bayer Leverkusen vs RB Leipzig - 23:30 on beIN Sports 3. Both clubs are competing for the top four, with Leverkusen holding a home advantage. However, Leipzig are in fine form, making a draw a likely outcome.

Italian Serie A

Udinese vs Turin - 20:00 on True Premier Football 3. Neither team has much to play for, but Udinese's home advantage works in their favor.