On May 13, 2569, Police General Suriya Singhakamol, Secretary-General of the Office of the Narcotics Control Board, announced the arrest of six suspects along with 300 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine concealed in a van at a gas station in Bangkok's Ratchathewi district. The suspects, all from Narathiwat province, are accused of trafficking Class 1 narcotics without authorization for commercial purposes, endangering public safety and national security.

Authorities expanded their search across five locations in Narathiwat province (Chaiya Irong, Sukhirin, and Suhaikhohok subdistricts) and seized assets valued at 46 million baht, including real estate, coin-operated laundries, vehicles, jewelry, and branded merchandise. According to Police General Suriya, the arrest was the result of coordinated intelligence between the Narcotics Control Board and the Special Operation and Investigation Command Unit 191 of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, which tracked the network's activities of transporting methamphetamine to southern Thailand using vehicles with altered license plates to evade authorities.

On May 10, authorities received intelligence that the group was preparing to transport narcotics, leading to close surveillance. On May 12, when officers discovered the van at a gas station in Ratchathewi, they found 300 kilograms of ice inside and arrested all six suspects. Investigators believe the methamphetamine was destined for southern Thailand and further transport to a third country. Police General Suriya emphasized that the Office of the Narcotics Control Board will work with relevant agencies to expand the investigation, gather evidence, and prosecute all individuals involved up to the kingpin level, while pursuing asset seizures and dismantling the entire drug trafficking network in accordance with government policy.

The Royal Gazette has published a Royal Decree officially relieving two Special Royal Guard officers from their duties. Acting under authority granted by the Security Personnel Act of 2560 and sections 6, 7, and 11 of the Royal Guard Act of 2480, as well as section 6 of the Defense Ministry Regulations on Royal Guard Appointments of 2559, the decree removes General Somchai Pengkrood and Lieutenant General Wiracha Komlasila from their positions. The dismissal became effective on May 3, 2569 and was officially published on May 11, 2569, in the 11th year of the current reign.

On May 13, 2026, a group of over 20 affected customers approached the Thammanat Phrom Phai Foundation seeking assistance after being defrauded by a tour company in Payao province. The company had sold tour packages to Japan and China but ultimately could not deliver the trips as scheduled, while also demanding additional payments shortly before the departure dates despite customers having already paid in full according to agreed installment schedules.

Initial findings reveal victims scattered across multiple districts in Payao and Chiang Rai provinces, totaling approximately 250 people with combined damages potentially exceeding 10 million baht. Multiple parties are currently gathering evidence and verifying facts. Five groups of victims have filed formal complaints with the Thammanat Phrom Phai Foundation, with Lieutenant Colonel Boon Chaiyakham, Sub-district Chief of Dok Kham Tai, and foundation representatives receiving the cases to coordinate legal assistance and guidance.

One victim, Mr. Prasong (surname withheld), revealed that his group saw the tour package advertised on Facebook and Line, prompting them to purchase a Japan tour package at 39,888 baht per person, which included transportation, accommodation, and meals. The trip was scheduled for March 17-21, 2026.

The victim explained that they had made installment payments to the company's designated account from late 2025 through early 2026. However, as the departure date approached, they were informed of a postponement. Subsequently, they received notice that hotel bookings, meals, and foreign travel arrangements were incomplete, and additional payment would be required to proceed.

This caused significant distress among victims who had already completed full payment. Their attempts to contact the company for clarification and refunds proved unsuccessful.

Further investigation by the victim group revealed multiple other Japan and China tour groups that had not yet departed, raising concerns they may face similar fraud. This has resulted in continuously growing numbers of affected customers.

The Thammanat Phrom Phai Foundation stated they have accepted the complaints and will coordinate with police to gather evidence, liaise with relevant agencies to investigate financial transactions, and follow up with involved parties for clarification to ensure justice for all concerned.

At 8:37 a.m. on May 13, 2025, His Majesty traveled by royal motorcade to the ceremonial grounds at Sanam Luang to preside over the annual Royal Plowing Ceremony, an auspicious event designed to boost agricultural morale and inspire farmers' confidence in their planting season. Prime Minister Anuthim Chansuweerakul, cabinet members, and diplomatic corps attended the sacred ritual.

The ceremony traditionally marks the beginning of the rice-planting season, with this year's auspicious plowing window set between 8:09-8:39 a.m. Vinayarod Supsungsuk, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, served as the Chief Plowman (Phraya Rai Na), while two goddess attendants participated in the ritual proceedings.

Seven rice seed varieties were sown during the ceremony, including jasmine rice, sticky rice, and fragrant Khlong Luang varieties, totaling 5,147 kilograms of seeds to be distributed as blessings to farmers nationwide.

Fortune-telling results from the sacred oxen Pho and Piang revealed several prophecies: when the cloth measurement yielded 6 cubits, it predicted adequate water with good harvests in lowland areas but some damage in upland regions. The oxen's consumption of beans or sesame predicted abundant food and provisions. Water or grass consumption indicated sufficient water flow, with good crop and livestock abundance expected.

Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana has become the patron of an international exhibition showcasing royal Thai dress titled "La Mode en Majesté: Royal Thai Dress From Tradition to Modernity," running from May 13 to November 1, 2026 at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, France. The exhibition celebrates the 340th anniversary of diplomatic relations and 170 years of formal relations between Thailand and France (1856–2026), featuring over 200 pieces including royal garments and accessories designed by French designer Pierre Balmain and the prestigious Lesage embroidery atelier, alongside Thai designers.

The exhibition emphasizes the development of royal court attire and its global cultural significance, showcasing formal wear of Queen Sirikit, Queen Suthida, and Princess Sirivannavari, along with eight popular Thai dress styles complemented by traditional Thai handicrafts. The display reflects the sophistication of Thai wisdom and cultural heritage, and supports the nomination of "Thai Royal Dress" as an intangible cultural heritage representative of humanity to UNESCO in 2026.

Police received a report on May 13, 2025 of a vehicular collision and assault on Liam Prapa Road in Suan Prik Thai subdistrict, Mueang district, Pathumthani province. Officers found a damaged Toyota Innova with Bangkok license plates and identified the injured party as Thanit, 38, the new husband, who suffered a sharp object wound to the back of his left hand. The suspect was identified as Natchanan, 33, the ex-husband, who was driving an Isuzu pickup truck with Pathumthani license plates and initially fled the scene.

According to the mother of the injured man, she accompanied her son to file a report and undergo medical examination at Pathumthani Hospital. Police detained Natchanan for questioning.

Initially, the suspect claimed he acted out of anger after the injured party sent him a video clip of himself with the ex-wife to provoke him. The suspect stated he wanted the matter to be resolved amicably but expressed concern about the other party's local influence.

Police Commander Metsanan Nakhwan of Suan Prik Thai Police Station said that while they have the suspect in custody for questioning, formal charges have not yet been filed pending the doctor's injury assessment to determine if the charge should be assault or aggravated assault. Preliminary investigation indicates the incident stemmed from jealousy over infidelity, with both parties being well-acquainted. Once hospital confirmation and evidence collection are complete, the suspect will be formally charged and prosecuted.