On May 14, 2026, Nott Panthawat Nakvisut announced Thai Mart marketplace developments, sharing that a meeting was held with the Thai E-Commerce Association (THECA) and parliamentary members to address structural problems and protect Thai business interests while hearing concerns from SME sellers affected by marketplace platforms.

Nott sent his Chief Operating Officer and Thai Mart team to listen to seller problems and incorporate feedback into platform improvements to better serve Thai traders and SMEs. Based on a survey of 8,000 shops, the five major problems identified are:

1. Gross Profit (GP) fees—frequently increased with unclear regulations 2. Price competition from foreign sources (China) and pricing pressures 3. Unfair platform refund policies 4. Monopolized logistics services—sellers cannot choose their own courier 5. Algorithm-based visibility barriers forcing merchants to purchase ads

Specific seller complaints included: – Some merchants lose money the more they sell due to cumulative fees (GP, affiliate commissions, ads, payment fees) – Products being counterfeited from China – Shipping issues where merchandise goes missing and sellers bear responsibility – Sellers pay taxes on shipping revenue that platforms collect as margin differences—an unfair burden – Thai merchants feel algorithm-blocked without paid advertising visibility – Frequent GP increases force constant price adjustments, confusing customers and losing sales to competitors – Merchants most want platforms to genuinely support Thai SMEs

Thai Mart's commitment: "Thai Mart promises to be a platform that fully supports Thai SMEs." Official launch July 7, 2026. #ThaiMart #MarketplaceOfThaiPeopleForThaiPeople

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) announced today the implementation of a number preservation service for prepaid mobile phone users, effective immediately. Deputy Secretary-General Trairat Viriyasirithakul, acting in place of the NBTC Secretary-General, explained that this service protects prepaid users (excluding tourist SIMs) from losing their numbers when their service expires but still have credit remaining. The service automatically extends service validity by charging 3 baht per transaction (excluding VAT) and adding 30 days of usage, with a maximum of 6 consecutive charges totaling 180 days of protection.

Mobile operators will send SMS notifications at least 3 days before the service expiration date, informing subscribers of the upcoming charge and how to opt out. Subscribers who wish to decline the automatic charge can notify their provider at least one day before their service expires, or can re-enable the service anytime by contacting their mobile operator.

The number preservation service will cease in two cases: when the account balance is insufficient to cover the preservation fee, or after 6 consecutive automatic charges without any new top-up, at which point the service contract will be terminated and the number will be recycled for reassignment.

Film Ratphumi has won his defamation lawsuit, with the defendant apologizing and agreeing to pay damages according to court proceedings. In a surprising twist, the defendant claimed someone ordered him to make the accusations.

After a prolonged legal battle, Film Ratphumi Totkongthap has posted images of the court judgment regarding accusations that the young actor engaged in investment fraud. The court has now ruled on the case, stating that the accusations of investment fraud against him were false. The defendant has apologized and agreed to pay damages as determined by the court.

I have consistently relied on legal processes to prove the facts, and today the court has confirmed that the accusations and attacks against me were not true as alleged. What's strange is that in every case, once everyone apologizes to me, they say someone ordered them to do it, that someone wanted me harmed, that there was a mastermind orchestrating this. I'm keeping records in the court and will forward them to police, because jail time awaits them. Thank you to everyone who has believed in me and supported me from the heart.

A young man is seeking justice after being struck by a former police officer who allegedly showed signs of intoxication, grazed his vehicle, and refused to pay damages while invoking his former rank during negotiations. The officer's wife later acknowledged going to a social gathering beforehand and expressed willingness to accept responsibility for damages.

The incident occurred on Soi Thian Talae 19, Bang Khun Thian Road, Samsen Nok Subdistrict, Bang Khun Thian District, Bangkok. Thanassinpinyo, 23, who recorded the incident, explained that while traveling in a black Toyota, the other driver swerved and grazed the right rear of their vehicle before attempting to drive away. Thanassinpinyo followed and cut them off to discuss the damage.

According to Thanassinpinyo, the driver appeared intoxicated, spoke aggressively, and claimed to be a Police Colonel but refused to provide his station. When questioned about compensation, he directed them to contact his insurance company, which Thanassinpinyo interpreted as using rank to intimidate. Later, he learned the driver was indeed a retired Police Colonel. Thanassinpinyo acknowledged the claimed 30,000-baht damage figure was spoken in anger and insurance is being arranged.

Voravut, 28, the car owner, stated the incident occurred Sunday while he was driving his sister. The other driver took a turn and grazed his rear bumper. Voravut followed to discuss compensation and claims the driver threatened him by mentioning his rank, telling them as "kids" to respect their elders. He later learned the man was a retired police officer and lawyer.

Voravut said community members mediated, and both parties discussed the matter partially, but couldn't agree on compensation because the other driver proposed each side cover their own damages, which Voravut considers unfair since the other driver caused the collision. Voravut is also concerned about repair costs due to an upcoming motorcycle racing competition in Buriram Province.

The journalist later visited the driver's residence but found only his wife, who revealed both parties had spoken. She stated that if her husband has actual damages, he can claim reimbursement with receipts, and confirmed he is willing to accept responsibility truthfully.

The wife acknowledged her husband is a retired Police Colonel who has completed his service and had attended a social gathering before the incident. She suggested his blunt manner of speaking may have caused misunderstanding.

On May 14, 2569, Lt. Sithipong Pantaisong, the investigation officer at Suvarnabhumi Airport Police Station, received a report of a Chinese national who damaged government property and insulted officials in the departure immigration zone, Level 2, at Suvarnabhumi Airport. The incident occurred on May 13 at approximately 2:35 p.m.

Immigration officer Lt. Sranwittaya Kaewkhaophoto reported that while performing his duties at the automated passport checkpoint, a Chinese man named Mr. Zheng Liwei forcefully damaged two automated passport inspection machines numbered DAE01 and DAE06, then bypassed the checkpoint without authorization.

After the incident, the suspect verbally assaulted the immigration officers with loud, crude Chinese language insults—including phrases equivalent to "your mother is dead" in Thai—along with numerous other vulgarities. He also attempted to physically attack the officers while they were on duty, but his wife intervened in time to stop and restrain him.

Police determined the suspect's actions constituted offenses of insulting a government official in the line of duty and damaging government property. A formal complaint was filed to pursue legal action to the fullest extent.

Manthra Khuansirikul, 44, the shift supervisor at the Airport Authority's Suvarnabhumi division, provided additional information that the suspect was a passenger on Spring Airlines flight 9C7282. Investigation found the destroyed automated passport machines sustained severe damage. Initial damage assessment was valued at approximately 481,500 baht, not including value-added tax. Officials are continuing to gather evidence and proceed with the legal process.

Legal wife contacts police after husband confesses mistress’s murderLegacyA Thai man surrendered to police in Nonthaburi today, May 14, after murdering his mistress and confessing his crime to his legal wife, who advised him to turn himself in. He also brought the victim’s body to the police station in his car. Police at Bang Bua Thong Police Station received a call at around 10pm yesterday, May 13, from a woman identified only as Bee. She informed officers that her husband, 42 year old Winai, had fatally assaulted his mistress following an argument. According to Bee, her husband planned to surrender voluntarily, and she told officers there was no need to search for him because he was on his way to the station. At around 10am today, Winai arrived at the police station and confessed to the killing. He then directed officers to his bronze Toyota sedan parked outside the station, where police discovered the woman’s body in the front passenger seat. Photo via FM 91 BKK The body was covered with a towel. Police reported that the woman had injuries and bruises on her face, including severe trauma around her right eye. During questioning, Winai stated that he had been in a relationship with the victim for around one year and regularly visited her rented accommodation in Bang Plu, Nonthaburi. According to his statement, they argued over jealousy after he saw his mistress showing affection to another man who worked as a motorcycle taxi rider. Winai claimed he later saw the pair entering a hotel together, leading him to confront the victim. He told investigators the woman initially denied the accusation before later admitting to the relationship after he mentioned the hotel incident. Photo via Amarin TV Winai claimed the admission triggered anger and led to a physical assault. He said they later went to sleep together before he woke up and found the woman unresponsive. Bee later arrived at the police station and revealed that Winai had contacted and shared details regarding the murder. She then advised him to surrender to police. Authorities have not yet officially confirmed the charges to be filed against the suspect. However, based on similar cases, investigators could consider charges under Section 290 of Thailand’s Criminal Law relating to assault causing death. The offence carries a prison sentence ranging from three to 15 years. The story Legal wife contacts police after husband confesses mistress’s murder as seen on Thaiger News.