Tourism

Prepare for Nichkhun at KDAY 2026: K-Lifestyle Invasion Hits Paragon May 23-24

K-lifestyle event KDAY 2026 brings 2PM's Nichkhun to Bangkok's Siam Paragon on May 23-24, featuring interactive Korean culture zones, beauty workshops, and an exclusive meet-and-greet with free admission.

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Brace yourself for another K-Wave sensation! The Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE), under South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, is bringing the "2026 K-Brand Convergence Event-KDAY Bangkok" to the heart of Bangkok. This premier annual event encapsulates the complete Korean lifestyle through the lens of the global Korean Wave (Hallyu), offering Thai audiences an even deeper dive into Korean culture across fashion, dining, and beauty.

Featuring beloved artist Nichkhun Horvejkul from 2PM, the event runs May 23-24, 2026 at NEX HALL, 5th floor, Siam Paragon (free entry). Visitors will explore eight exclusive zones transitioning from "Smartphone Unlock" to discovering personal style in the "My K-Mood" zone, with top Korean brands including A-LAND, Lifework, JMsolution, Medipeel, ADDICT, CJ Bibigo, Nongshim, Geochang Yugi, and SEOLLAB.

The event features interactive experiences including virtual fitting rooms, AR beauty selfie stickers, and exclusive workshops: Style Build Up (Hanbok styling by designer Lee Hye-mi), Touch Up (K-Beauty makeup class by creator Queen Solmi), and Color-Tea Blending (traditional Korean flower tea workshop by Master Park Shin-young).

The highlight comes Sunday, May 24 from 4:00-5:30 PM with an exclusive Meet & Greet featuring Nichkhun discussing "K-Lifestyle and Modern Hanbok Design," followed by photo opportunities at the K-Mood Switch Stage. The event runs daily from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM with free admission. Follow updates on Instagram @kday_thailand and YouTube @kday_global.

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National

Sirikanya Agrees World Cup Broadcasting Rights Not Worth the Cost; Criticizes Rushing to Promise Free Viewing, Weakening Negotiating Power

A Pheu Thai deputy leader agrees the World Cup broadcasting rights are too costly for the government and criticized rushing to promise free viewing, which weakened negotiating power and prevented cost reductions.

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At noon on May 19, 2025, at Pheu Thai Party headquarters, Sirikanya Tansukul, a party-list MP and deputy party leader, commented on the government's possible withdrawal from World Cup broadcasting rights. She expressed confusion about the government's shifting statements—initially claiming it wouldn't use state funds, then announcing a withdrawal without clarification. She questioned whether alternative funding sources like the USO (Universal Service Obligation) fund or the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission development fund would be tapped instead, noting the government's inconsistency makes it unclear. She suggested World Cup rights no longer qualify as essential expenditure.

Sirikanya advocated for private sector investment in broadcasting rights, with private entities independently assessing risks, profits, and handling negotiations themselves. She pointed out that hastily promising free viewing to Thais undermines the government's negotiating leverage—initially the cost was 1.3 billion baht but couldn't be negotiated down further once the public commitment was made.

When asked if Deputy Prime Minister Suphamas's position that World Cup rights are too expensive and should be handled by the private sector is correct, Sirikanya agreed, noting the value is difficult to assess since benefits like public happiness and sports inspiration are hard to quantify. She urged the government to preserve funds if it lacks money, and called on the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission to ensure alternative funds align with their original purpose of serving low-income and disabled populations, not World Cup broadcasting. "We've already made one mistake; let's not make another," she concluded.

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National

Full Strength! Volleyball World Unveils 30-Player Thai Women's Roster for 2026 Nations League

Thailand has named a 30-player women's volleyball squad for the 2026 Nations League, set to run June 3 to July 26 across three weeks in China, Europe, and Japan.

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Volleyball World, the official tournament website for the 2026 Women's Volleyball Nations League, has unveiled Thailand's 30-player roster that will compete throughout the tournament from June 3 to July 26, 2026. The squad comprises liberos Piyanucha Paennoi, Kalyarat Kamwong, and Jidapa Nahuanhong; setters Porphan Koertprachya, Kanokporn Saengthong, Nattanichcha Aichaisan, Serah Ancomah, and Nattanichcha Saelao; middle blockers Kanyarat Khunmuang, Taddao Nukjaeng, Warunee Karreum, Hatthaya Bamuungsook, Chuliborn Rutthiwiset, Thipsuda Buaglai, Natharika Wasaan, Sassithorn Jettah, Wimolrat Thanaphone, and Kaewkalya Komulthala; and outside hitters/back row players Wrisara Sitaloert, Papatcha Phontham, Nannapass Mulcham, Sassihapart Chanthawisut, Katthika Kaewpin, Pimpichaya Gokram, Aichanop Khongyat, Chatchaur Moksri, Supawadit Phanthawilai, Niraratch Srikuta, Kantima Akpatcha, and Kancana Srisakkaew. The Thai women's volleyball team is currently training at the Sports Science Center of the Thailand Sports Authority, under the guidance of head coach Kiatipong Ratchatakaengkrai. The tournament schedule includes Week 1 in Nanjing, China (June 3-7) with matches against Serbia, China, Belgium, and the Czech Republic; Week 2 with games against Ukraine, Bulgaria, Canada, and the Netherlands (June 17-21); and Week 3 in Kansai, Japan (July 8-12) featuring matches against the United States, Japan, Brazil, and Turkey. Teams ranked 18th in the standings will be relegated and barred from competing in the 2027 Nations League.

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Police

Nanthana Blasts Government Failure Over Train-Bus Collision, Notes Transport Minister Would Have Resigned If This Were Abroad

A parliamentary debate revealed the train-bus collision at Makkasan railway crossing reflects systemic government failure in transportation planning rather than public negligence, with Thailand's Transport Minister facing no accountability

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Speaking at Parliament on May 19, 2025 at 11:10 AM, Nanthana Nantaworapass raised an urgent motion regarding the train-bus collision at the Makkasan railway crossing on Asok-Din Daeng Road, questioning how such an incident could occur, who bears responsibility, and how to prevent future occurrences.

While critics blame the incident on Thai people's lack of discipline and disregard for traffic laws—particularly how a bus came to park on railway tracks and how the train driver was found to be intoxicated, unlicensed, and not at the controls—Nanthana argued against scapegoating the public. She contended that Thailand's problems, including the roughly 20,000 annual road fatalities, pollution, environmental destruction, and corruption, cannot be solved by blaming Thai people's character or DNA.

"Don't let them fool us into being scapegoats. The problem lies entirely with the government," Nanthana stated. "If this happened in Japan or many European countries, the Transport Minister would announce responsibility and resign immediately. But Thailand deceives people into thinking this is about public negligence, with no minister or official taking responsibility, only offering grand visions like tunneling under the Asok intersection—without realizing an underground electric railway already exists beneath it."

Nanthana emphasized that the root issue is government failure in urban planning and transportation management. Since railway tracks were laid 133 years ago, no government has seriously developed the rail system. Most prefer building roads, resulting in railway lines becoming obsolete welfare infrastructure for the poor rather than modern transport. Railways now intersect with roads at ground level, creating dangerous crossings.

She called on the government to reconsider rail development as a modern transport system for all citizens, not just the poor or tourists, and to invest in grade separations or underpasses at railway-road intersections.

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Regional

Regional Army Chief Inspects Border Blast Site Near Cambodia

A Thai regional army commander inspected a border base in Sisaket Province near Cambodia following reports of an explosion on May 14, finding no evidence of ordnance at the site while distributing supplies to troops.

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SISAKET — 19 May 2026, A senior Thai military commander has inspected the Ta Maria frontline border base at Phu Makhuea in Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province, linked to reports of an explosion near the Thai-Cambodian frontier earlier this month, and distributed morale-boosting supplies to troops and local residents along the border.

Maj. Gen. Kampanart Wapansu, the chief-of-staff of the Operations Centre of the Second Army Region, led a delegation at 10:00 on Monday to the Ta Maria Operational Base near Phu Makhuea in Sao Thong Chai Subdistrict, Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province, to investigate the incident following reports of a blast-like sound inside Thai territory on 14 May. The delegation was welcomed and guided through the inspection area by Lt. Col. Samart Kaewsiwai, Commander of the 14th Infantry Battalion under the Suranaree Task Force.

Military personnel examined terrain surrounding the base, which consists of dense jungle and deep ravines. Investigators located a suspicious site in a low-lying bamboo forest approximately 200 meters from the compound. Due to the rugged terrain, access to the site was severely restricted. However, military officials confirmed that no ordnance or impact marks were found within the perimeter of the operational base itself.

Kampanart said this site visit was aimed at thoroughly verifying the facts on the ground and providing clarity regarding the reported incident. The military delegation later travelled to the Chong Khan Ma checkpoint to meet with frontline personnel. They also distributed care packages and praised the troops for their dedication to securing the Thai-Cambodian border.

Meanwhile, local residents continue to monitor the situation through community leaders and government channels, while expressing full confidence in the military's ability to maintain surveillance and ensure safety along the border.

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Police

What to know about a deadly attack by teen gunmen on a San Diego mosque

Two teenage gunmen opened fire at San Diego's largest mosque on Monday, killing three men including a security guard before taking their own lives; police are investigating the attack as a hate crime.

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SAN DIEGO (AP) — Police raced Monday to catch an armed teenage runaway before he and another teen opened fire on a San Diego mosque, killing three men and then themselves.

About two hours after one boy's mother called to warn police that he had run away with her weapons and vehicle, shots rang out at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and a mosque security guard and two others were killed, San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl said.

The gunmen, ages 17 and 18, were found dead of apparent self-inflicted gunshot wounds, the chief added.

The shooting is being investigated as a hate crime, he added.

Here's what is known about the attack:

Search for suspects began hours before attack

Wahl said the mother, who called the police around 9:40 a.m., had described her son as suicidal. The search for the boy took on more urgency as police learned that he was dressed in camouflage and with an acquaintance — facts that were not consistent with someone about to die by suicide, the chief said.

Police used automated license plate readers to try to find the teens, dispatched authorities to a nearby mall and alerted Madison High School, where at least one suspect was a student, Wahl said. Officers were still interviewing the mother about places the teens might be when they received reports of a shooting at the largest mosque in San Diego County.

As police arrived, gunshots rang out a few blocks away where a landscaper was shot at but uninjured. The shooters were soon found dead in a vehicle stopped in the middle of a road nearby, Wahl said.

Suspects engaged in 'generalized hate rhetoric'

There was no specific threat made against the Islamic Center of San Diego but authorities found evidence that the suspects engaged in "generalized hate rhetoric," Wahl said. He declined to immediately share more details.

The mosque's director, Imam Taha Hassane, said the center focused on interfaith relations, and that a group of non-Muslims had been touring the mosque earlier Monday to learn about Islam.

The white mosque is surrounded by homes, apartments and strip malls with Middle Eastern restaurants and markets. It is home to the Al Rashid School, which offers courses in Arabic language, Islamic studies and the Quran for students ages 5 and up, according to its website. No students were harmed, Hassane said, and aerial TV footage showed the school children holding hands as they were led out of the parking lot surrounded by police vehicles.

Security guard remembered as 'heroic'

Police have not yet released the names of the victims. But a family friend identified one as Amin Abdullah, a security guard whom Wahl said "played a pivotal role" in preventing the attack from being more deadly.

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Police

Senate Discusses Train-Bus Collision, Demands Drug Testing for Lawmakers; Proposes Removal if Failed

The Senate discussed safety failures in a May 16 train-bus collision at Bangkok's Asoke-Din Daeng railway crossing, where the train ignored stop signals despite speed limits. Lawmakers demanded better enforcement of existing rail safety law

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At 10:30 a.m. on May 19, 2025 at Parliament, the Senate met with Bunsong Noisophan, Second Vice President of the Senate, presiding. Two urgent motions were proposed regarding the train-bus collision at the Asoke-Din Daeng railway crossing on May 16. Senator Wuttichat Kalyanamit introduced the first motion, while Rear Admiral Wutthipong Pongsuwarn presented the second motion focused on safety and compensation issues.

Wuttichat presented video clips of the collision and raised flag signals, noting that trains are legally limited to 30 kilometers per hour in such areas but the train continued despite stop signals, indicating poor coordination. He emphasized that while regulations exist from the Department of Land Transport, Railway Act, and traffic laws, enforcement is insufficient. He proposed that cooperation from all sectors—including police strictly enforcing laws and railroad improvements to barriers—is essential to prevent future incidents.

Wuttichat highlighted that the new Railway Transport Act, effective March 2025, contains comprehensive rules but questioned their enforcement. He noted that even after the collision, vehicles still park on railway tracks with no oversight. He called for Senate coordination with the government to ensure integrated cooperation and reduce such incidents.

Regarding train operator licenses, Wuttichat referenced the Railway Transport Act requirements and urged strict implementation. He noted that within 5 meters on either side of railway tracks, vehicles are prohibited, and proper barriers must be installed without gaps. He stressed the need for serious law enforcement across traffic, vehicle, and railway regulations.

Rear Admiral Wutthipong also presented a motion characterizing the incident as a tragedy requiring urgent safety measures and compensation remedies.

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Police

State Railway of Thailand Clarifies Train Grazing Incident Caused by Victim's Negligence

A man was struck by a commuter train in Thailand after climbing over a barrier to urinate near the tracks; the State Railway says the victim's negligence—not operator error—caused the incident and delayed the train 22 minutes.

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On May 19, 2569, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) clarified facts regarding a man struck by a commuter train, confirming that the victim recklessly breached the barrier separating the road from the railway zone. The SRT sought to provide clarity to the public and prevent misinformation suggesting the "train hit someone." The train was operating normally on its tracks, and the accident was not caused by operator error but rather by the victim's negligence. The injured man had parked his motorcycle on the roadside, then climbed over a barrier—a clearly marked boundary between the road and railway zone—to urinate in the railway area at close proximity. Although the train sounded its horn warning when approaching, the large vehicle's extended braking distance prevented it from stopping in time, resulting in the grazing collision. Beyond endangering the victim's own life, this action caused the train to halt and run 22 minutes behind schedule, inconveniencing all passengers. The SRT reiterated warnings that railway zones with fences or barriers are strictly prohibited and dangerous areas. No one is permitted to trespass, enter illegally, or conduct personal business in these zones. The authority urged the public to prioritize their own safety and protect the country's public transportation system from disruption.

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National

Suchart Apologizes to Reporters After Heated Exchange, Defends Officials Without Evidence

Natural Resources Minister Suchart Chamklin defended his agencies against corruption allegations from a survey, arguing claims need evidence before punishment and comparing oversight to protecting his children.

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At 9:50 AM on May 19, 2025, at Government House, Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chamklin addressed private sector survey results regarding government transparency. The Zero Corruption working group and allies reported that the Pollution Control Department ranked first among agencies with the highest average bribery amounts at 102,160 baht.

Chamklin stated that while polls and criticism are permissible, if a poll damages someone's reputation without evidence or data, one should question what is being sought. "As a family head, I must protect my agencies," he said, comparing his 9 subordinate departments to having 9 children. "Why would we know if our child is bad without evidence? To punish our child, we need proof. To sue our child, we need evidence of wrongdoing."

He noted he does not support unethical officials and cited examples of removing corrupt personnel from the National Parks, Wildlife, and Plants Department within months of taking office. Regarding the Pollution Control Department case, Chamklin delegated the matter to the Permanent Secretary as "family guardian" to clarify the situation.

Chamklin clarified that the department director has requested documents showing what payments were allegedly made for, since the Pollution Control Department has no licensing authority as it is a technical agency. When asked if the ministry should have investigated before the news broke, Chamklin framed it as a political issue, stating that some politicians had seized upon it as a controversy. He argued that one cannot simply accept poll results that suggest someone is corrupt without proper evidence, just as one would not accept polls judging media outlets' families.

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Hantavirus Survivor Opens Up: Infected at Age 5, It Was Like a Nightmare—Tormented and Traumatized

A California woman who contracted hantavirus at age 5 recounts her battle with the rare hemorrhagic virus, which caused severe bleeding and pain so intense she couldn't tolerate her hair touching her skin, leaving her with lasting psycholog

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A hantavirus survivor shares her harrowing experience after contracting the virus at just 5 years old, describing severe illness with violent vomiting and uncontrollable bleeding that left lasting psychological scars. A 38-year-old American special education teacher from the Los Angeles area recounted her battle with the rare hemorrhagic strain of hantavirus, which doctors struggled to diagnose while she suffered excruciating pain so intense she couldn't even tolerate her hair touching her skin. An outbreak occurred aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius. Shayna Montriel, a special education teacher from suburban Los Angeles, California, explained that she contracted hantavirus at only 5 years old in 1993. Initially presenting with flu-like symptoms, her condition rapidly deteriorated with severe vomiting, weakness, and uncontrollable bleeding mixed with her stool. Doctors had to test for multiple diseases, including meningitis and leukemia, before finally diagnosing the rare hemorrhagic strain of hantavirus. She revealed that the pain was so severe she couldn't tolerate even her hair touching her skin due to extreme skin sensitivity, and she developed hemorrhagic rash beneath the skin. After approximately two weeks of treatment, doctors had to monitor her for an additional two years due to concerns about long-term damage to her kidneys and vision. Although she ultimately experienced no serious complications, she developed health anxiety and emetophobia—a fear of vomiting—stemming from the traumatic event. Montriel believes she contracted the virus from rodent feces in her backyard garden in a rural area, which is the primary transmission route for hantavirus. She acknowledged that seeing news reports of other hantavirus cases for the first time in over 30 years made her feel she wasn't alone in facing this ordeal, though she expressed concern upon learning that some strains can transmit from person to person, albeit rarely. She concluded by saying the experience was terrifying and she wouldn't wish it on anyone, sending encouragement to patients and families battling the disease and hoping everyone can overcome it as she did.

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National

Health Ministry Reports Foreign Tourist Contracts Mpox After Contact with Strangers; Warns MSM Groups to Watch for Symptoms

Thailand's Health Ministry confirmed a foreign tourist contracted mpox after sexual contact with strangers in tourist areas, bringing the country's total cases to 1,074 with 16 deaths. Health officials are urging men who have sex with men t

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The Public Health Ministry reported on May 19, 2025, that Thailand has 1,074 accumulated confirmed mpox cases with 16 deaths. During weeks 18-19 (April 26-May 9), two new Clade Ib mpox cases were confirmed: the first was a Thai man who fell ill on April 22 with risk behavior involving sexual contact with strangers, and the second was a Thai man with close contact risk exposure at a crowded tourist destination during a festival.

Dr. Manthian Kanaswadi, Director-General of the Disease Control Department, reported that an international health coordinator also reported a foreign tourist visiting Thailand who engaged in risky sexual behavior with strangers in tourist areas. The patient was aged 25-40, with the primary risk factor being close physical and sexual contact, particularly among men who have sex with men (MSM).

Mpox Clade Ib shows increasing transmission trends, with 18 accumulated cases since 2567 (2024), and no deaths. Since the beginning of 2569 (2025), six cases have been reported with no deaths, mostly male (four cases), with most transmission from close physical contact. The best prevention is avoiding close contact with symptomatic individuals and avoiding sexual contact with strangers or those with suspicious skin rashes. The Disease Control Department has instructed all public health units to monitor, screen, and closely track patients, particularly in tourist areas and high-risk service facilities.

Dr. Direk Khamphaen, Deputy Director-General, emphasized that mpox is preventable if people avoid risky behavior, particularly sexual contact with strangers at exclusive tourist venues or arranged through social media. He stressed prevention measures including avoiding close contact with those showing rashes, not sharing personal items, frequent handwashing, consistent condom use, and avoiding sexual contact with strangers. Anyone with suspected symptoms such as fever, rash, or bumps, especially in genital or body areas with a history of risk within 21 days, should immediately consult a doctor and disclose their risk history for proper diagnosis and treatment. The Disease Control Department confirmed that Thailand has effective surveillance and treatment systems, and urged public cooperation in continuous disease prevention. For more information, call the Disease Control Department hotline at 1-4.

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