At 9:50 AM on May 8, 2025, at the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) headquarters, Pakornsut Udomphipattanakul, a Pheu Thai party list MP and deputy party leader, submitted a request to access and review documents related to former Transport Minister Sakdisiam Chidchob's stock manipulation case, in his capacity as the original plaintiff.

Parkornsut requested six specific documents: (1) fact-finding reports and all evidence collected in the case; (2) the notice of charges against Sakdisiam; (3) Sakdisiam's written statements to the NACC; (4) opinions from all NACC officials responsible for the case; (5) minutes of NACC committee meetings; and (6) the NACC committee's final verdict on the case.

Parkornsut noted this is not the first such request, citing the precedent of former Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan's jewelry case, where the Supreme Administrative Court ultimately ruled that the NACC must open case files to requesters. He expressed hope the NACC would not use privacy laws or state secrets as reasons to deny access, given this established precedent.

When asked if he doubts the NACC's decision, Pakornsut said he absolutely does. He stated the case involves irregularities, having reviewed evidence presented to the Constitutional Court. He wants to know how the NACC's evidence compares to what the Constitutional Court used, questioning why the NACC may have omitted certain documents that could be crucial to the investigation.

Regarding the NACC's previous clarification, Pakornsut argued the case involves falsely filed assets, with the critical element being intent to conceal. He emphasized that proving intent must be based on the time the assets were filed in 2019, not on subsequent events in 2024 or 2025, making the NACC's reasoning illogical.

When asked whether the NACC's dismissal might allow Sakdisiam to return to political office, Pakornsut acknowledged that Sakdisiam became eligible for ministerial positions two years after the Constitutional Court's verdict. However, he noted uncertainty about the Prime Minister's Office's qualification verification process, though Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has already stated Sakdisiam would not be appointed as a minister.

Parkornsut also addressed observations that cases are dismissed when certain administrations take power, acknowledging the previous government also faced similar dismissals, but questioning the pattern itself.

PHUKET — On May 8, 2026, Jojo Savel, a teenage student in Phuket, received praise for performing CPR on a foreign tourist who collapsed unconscious on a road in Kathu, helping save the man's life before emergency responders arrived.

According to local news outlet Phuket Times, the incident took place outside a tea shop in Kathu district when the tourist suddenly lost consciousness, fell to the ground, and struck his head, causing a bleeding injury.

As bystanders panicked, a schoolboy selling grilled mala pork skewers nearby rushed to help and began performing CPR while waiting for rescue workers and an ambulance to arrive.

After several minutes of chest compressions, the tourist began showing signs of consciousness and regained awareness, relieving those at the scene.

The outlet commended the student, writing: "A Kathu Wittaya student in Phuket saved a foreign tourist's life with CPR. While selling mala skewers, he witnessed a male tourist collapse unconscious and strike his head on the ground, causing bleeding. Without hesitation, he performed CPR while waiting for an ambulance."

The post garnered widespread online praise, with many social media users applauding the student's quick thinking and compassion.

Jojo Savel attends Kathu Wittaya School. Local residents noted that the teenager regularly sells grilled pork skewers after school to help fund his education.

Community members said the tourist may not have survived without the student's intervention during those critical moments before paramedics arrived, calling the incident an inspiring example of kindness and civic responsibility among Phuket's young people.

BBGI announced first quarter 2025 financial results with net profit of 265 million baht, up 106% year-over-year and 164% from the previous quarter, reflecting strong business performance through continuous efficient management and risk mitigation against volatile energy costs. According to Detchpont Leisuwarnnoroj, CEO and Managing Director of BBGI Public Company Limited, the company increased sales volumes across both biodiesel and ethanol operations. B100 biodiesel sales reached 94.88 million liters, up 9% year-over-year and 13% from the previous quarter, while ethanol sales totaled 68.40 million liters, representing 3% growth year-over-year and 6% from the previous quarter.

This growth stems from the company's commitment to an Operational Excellence strategy. In biodiesel operations, the company focused on improving production processes, maintaining consistent quality control, and optimizing resource management, particularly through oil loss reduction to enhance raw material efficiency. The company also derived additional value from byproducts such as refined glycerin. In ethanol operations, emphasis was placed on continuous improvement of production efficiency, yield optimization, and process loss reduction, coupled with systematic cost and supply chain risk management through diversified sourcing.

Government energy policy continues to play a crucial role in supporting renewable energy adoption. Biofuel demand is expected to grow through increased diesel mixing ratios from B5 to B7 and expanded B20 implementation, along with promotion of gasohol blends in E20 and E85 categories. Although geopolitical factors in the latter half of the first quarter pressured energy costs and production inputs, BBGI's performance demonstrates its ability to maintain production stability, adapt to market volatility, and manage price fluctuations effectively.

"Growth amid market challenges and pricing volatility reflects our unwavering commitment to Operational Excellence, focused on improving efficiency and developing workforce capabilities to navigate market changes and capture new renewable energy opportunities arising from Thailand's energy policies," the company stated. BBGI remains dedicated to advancing energy security sustainably through bioenergy operations that balance financial performance with environmental, social, and governance considerations.

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanpong announced that the government will open new registrations for 13.2 million state welfare card holders on May 25, 2569, merging them with the Thailand Helps Thailand Plus program. Each person can hold only one type of benefit—either a welfare card or the subsidy program. The Finance Ministry will review eligibility using existing data and the standard criteria of annual income not exceeding 100,000 baht, plus asset requirements. The initiative aims to include previously excluded poor families while filtering out those whose economic status has improved.

Thailand Helps Thailand Plus is divided into two phases:

Phase 1 (June-July): Eligible participants receive 1,000 baht per month for 2 months (government covers 60%, beneficiary pays 40%). Welfare card holders receive their regular 300 baht plus 700 baht government subsidy, totaling 1,000 baht for 2 months.

Phase 2 (July-August): New welfare card data begins. Existing cardholders must re-register for verification since the last registration was 5 years ago. Those who qualify receive an additional 700 baht per month for 2 months. Those who don't qualify can still register to receive 60% government subsidy and pay 40% themselves.

On May 8, 2569, Police Colonel Pattana Bupasuwan ordered officers to arrest Thanesh (surname withheld), 34, at a food shop on Sukhumvit Road in Klong Duan, Bang Bo district, Samut Prakan province, based on a warrant issued by Thanyaburi Provincial Court on April 27, 2569. He faces charges of luring a minor aged 15-18 away from guardians for indecent acts, with consent from the minor.

The case began in November 2568 when the victim's father reported to Thanyaburi Police Station that his 15-year-old daughter had met the suspect through the online game "Free Fire." They later communicated via Facebook. The suspect subsequently arranged meetings at a shopping mall in Rangsit, then took her to a resort in Lam Luka, Pathum Thani province, where he recorded intimate videos without her knowledge.

In June 2568, the suspect took the victim to his workplace in Bang Bo district and recorded videos again. When the victim tried to end the relationship in August 2568, the suspect sent threatening messages demanding they meet, warning he would release the videos online if she refused. Frightened, she told her father, who filed a police report.

After investigation, officers arrested the suspect. During interrogation, he admitted to knowing the victim through the online game and developing a relationship. He confessed to recording videos during multiple meetings in both Pathum Thani and Samut Prakan. He acknowledged threatening to release the videos when she wanted to end the relationship but claimed it was only a threat and he never actually distributed them. He has been transferred to Thanyaburi Police Station for further legal proceedings.

On May 8, 2025, at the Centara Life Centrale Rayong Convention Center, Sawang Boonmee, Secretary General of the Election Commission (EC), chaired an opening ceremony for a preparatory meeting on organizing elections for Bangkok Metropolitan Assembly members, the Bangkok governor, Pattaya City Council members, and the Pattaya mayor (in cases of completing a full term).

Sawang stated that achieving fair and orderly elections requires both integrity and proper procedure. Every election faces problems and obstacles, but the EC sets high standards aimed at upholding democratic principles—that elections belong to the people, are conducted by the people, and benefit the people. The commission emphasized that elections are not solely the EC's responsibility; they are a collaborative effort involving citizens, as some voters serve as polling unit commissioners without EC involvement. In previous elections, over 1.6 million volunteers participated in this capacity.

The secretary general noted that the EC, candidates, and voters all have equal visibility and ability to verify election processes. This transparency is intentional—since the commission cannot monitor every polling unit simultaneously, public oversight is essential. All transactions are verifiable, and no votes can be distorted. Vote buying remains a shared responsibility among candidates, political parties, and the EC to prevent and investigate.

Sawang stressed that if citizens understand their civic duties, elections will succeed. Polling commissioners cannot be guaranteed to be perfect, but the system can enforce legal compliance. Candidates and political parties should know the law better than ordinary citizens, yet some choose to violate it. Citizens who accept vote-buying money also bear responsibility. Electoral success depends on everyone recognizing the stakes for the nation's future.

The secretary general addressed complaints that arise after 6 p.m. on election night, noting three factors determine victory: first, the capabilities of candidates competing equally on the same field (winners typically possess seven key qualities); second, the rules, which sometimes favor certain parties; and third, the commissioners, who maintain equal procedures. If pressure is applied to commissioners, they follow procedures as defined by law. For fair competition, candidates must assess whether they possess the necessary capabilities and whether the rules are equitable.