At 9:45 a.m. on April 28 at Parliament, Priset Wachrasindu, a People's Party list MP, commented on reports that the party would field Chaiwat Sathawarawichit, also known as "Dr. Joe," as its Bangkok governor candidate. Priset stated that the People's Party has already announced it will unveil its Bangkok governor candidate and 50 Bangkok Metropolitan Assembly candidates at 5 p.m. on May 5, though he could not confirm the candidate's identity before the official announcement.

When asked whether two months of campaigning would be sufficient, Priset said the party has been continuously preparing Bangkok's campaign, not just beginning preparations for the May 5 announcement. The party has already revealed preliminary candidate names and is gathering public feedback through its website on candidate suitability. Policy proposals are also being continuously developed.

Priset emphasized that solving Bangkok's problems requires multiple parallel mechanisms. The party has already prepared policies for both the governor candidate and Bangkok Metropolitan Assembly candidates, which will be detailed during the May 5 launch.

The People's Party MPs have prioritized pushing for amendments to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Act, as the 1985 law significantly limits elected governors' power to address Bangkok's problems such as traffic and flooding. The party previously submitted draft amendments and presented them to the current assembly for modernized management structures and more effective problem-solving.

When asked about the party's confidence given that some major parties might not field candidates, Priset said the focus should not be on which parties participate, but on the party providing the most complete and thorough proposals so Bangkok residents will trust that supporting the People's Party in Bangkok would improve their quality of life.

Regarding the selection criteria and thorough vetting to prevent past controversies, Priset said the party takes multiple factors seriously in candidate selection, including vision and policy alignment. The party considers how well candidates can cooperate with all party sectors and Bangkok Metropolitan Assembly colleagues.

Priset confirmed the party is strict about candidate qualifications, screening, and verification.

This year is turning out great both professionally and romantically for young actor Fay Phattharit Eaksaengkul. Recently, he appeared at Chang Cold Brew Cool Club's announcement of their new "Chill Everyday – Afterwork" campaign communication strategy, where he updated fans on his new office space and his relationship with non-industry girlfriend Earn Arisa, which became public earlier this year.

When asked if his office looked luxurious, Fay downplayed it: "My office isn't fancy at all. Nothing fancy." Clarifying further, he explained: "I'd say it's just decent. I have to thank clients who still reach out and give me opportunities. But our office really isn't luxurious—we don't use expensive things at all."

Regarding the office budget, Fay revealed: "I asked for free items and sponsorships only, because we don't have the money. It was actually a house, and we just fixed up the deteriorated parts to make it functional again. Nothing fancy about it."

He emphasized he's not trying to spend extravagantly: "I focus more on the quality of work that comes out. I only spend on what's necessary—equipment, office space—and importantly, good chairs for the employees. Those are essential."

Fay's team has grown to 12 employees, which he considers significant growth. However, he prefers to keep the company compact rather than expanding rapidly: "I want it to stay compact. I don't want it to get too big because then I can't manage everything properly. If there's potential in the future, we might expand, but I prefer growing gradually. I'm worried that if we grow too fast, things might spiral out of control."

When asked if industry friends have invested or joined, he clarified: "No, we just work together normally. No one has asked to co-invest or anything extra. We do our own thing."

On his new vehicle, Fay explained: "I bought the new car because I couldn't handle driving myself anymore. In a day, I work at 4-5 different locations. Having a new car and a driver saves me a lot of time and stress on the road. Driving myself was stressful."

With the new arrangement, his work has become smoother: "It's better. I get more rest time in the car and can even hold meetings while driving."

Regarding whether this is a reward for his hard work, Fay said: "It's both a reward and a tool to make my work more efficient. Before, when people called about work while I was driving, I couldn't focus. Now I can work all the time."

He clarified the vehicle won't replace his old jeep for adventure trips: "This is a van, so I can't take it on rough trips. For those, I'll still use my old jeep."

Fay acknowledged his life has changed significantly: "It's changed quite a bit. Opportunities come with work and stress. I need to manage it well because there's a lot more work now."

On whether he's raised his rates with his increased prominence, Fay said: "I think it's appropriate. I haven't bumped it sky-high. I'm keeping it suitable to where I am right now."

Asked if his life feels complete with both career and romance, he replied thoughtfully: "It's a good angle that the media sees. But people aren't good in every aspect. There are always tough and bad moments—that's normal."

When stressed, he gets support from his girlfriend: "We talk normally. She helps me keep balanced so I'm not stressed alone. She shares the burden and listens when I need to vent."

On whether his girlfriend has the same chill lifestyle, Fay said: "Yes, she's pretty chill. She's not the needy type at all."

Asked if he's taken her on any of his rough adventure trips, he replied: "Not yet. I've tried inviting her, but it seems like it might be too much for her. I don't want to put her through that. There are limits.

Falcon Insurance Public Company Limited marked an auspicious occasion after Thai New Year by officially launching its new branch in Nakhon Sawan province to reinforce its position in the lower northern region. The province serves as a strategic junction connecting the upper-central and northern areas, functioning as a logistics and SME business hub with a well-distributed economic structure encompassing agriculture, manufacturing, and services.

Falcon Insurance is pursuing business growth and sustainability under the guiding principles of Fairfax Financial, a globally strong financial institution. The company is expanding into high-potential strategic areas nationwide, with comprehensive insurance underwriting capacity increased by over 300%. Falcon aims for a sustainable 30% premium growth in 2569 while maintaining quality standards and leveraging AI technology to enhance speed, accuracy, transparency, and fairness in operations.

Sophaa Kanjanarint, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated: "With external factors and inflation impacting businesses and households, building confidence through a stable insurance system is crucial for economic progress. The Nakhon Sawan branch opening represents a key strategy to expand service coverage across the economically high-potential lower northern region. Falcon Insurance is committed to bringing expertise in risk management and diverse insurance products to serve the region's community and business sectors."

Ekkathada Attanon, Senior Manager of Falcon Insurance's Nakhon Sawan branch, added that the team is fully prepared to serve customers in Nakhon Sawan and neighboring provinces including Uthai Thani, Chai Nat, Kamphaeng Phet, Phichit, and Phitsanulok. The branch offers comprehensive expertise across vehicle insurance, fire insurance, accident and health insurance, third-party liability insurance, and cargo transport insurance, with world-class service standards and complete insurance coverage.

Despite current economic challenges, Falcon Insurance maintains strong financial confidence as part of the Fairfax group, which achieved record-breaking results in 2025 with net profit exceeding 4.8 billion USD (approximately 151.35 billion baht) and an AA- credit rating from S&P. Fairfax plays a vital role in transferring knowledge and operational standards across insurance underwriting and risk management practices.

At 8:30 AM on April 28, 2025, the Royal Thai Police Office, led by Lt. Gen. Nophsit Phoolsawat, launched a coordinated operation involving officers from the Special Cases Investigation Department (DSI), Department of Energy Business, Saraburi provincial commerce, tax, and energy officials, along with forensic teams, to inspect fuel operators and address supply shortages. The operation targeted fuel storage facilities across three provinces—Khon Kaen, Samut Sakhon, and Saraburi—at seven critical locations including pipeline transport companies, retail fuel operators, fuel storage management divisions, and storage facilities serving the northeastern region's pipeline distribution network. Authorities discovered irregularities in fuel inventory reports that may indicate hoarding for profit.

Reporters followed the operation to one of seven locations in Sai Yai district, Saraburi, where a pipeline transport company provided full cooperation. Company representatives allowed the inspection team to proceed inside immediately, though media were restricted from entering the office areas. Initial inquiries revealed the pipeline company operates as a contractor for 4-5 major oil companies that own the fuel being transported. Beyond pipeline transport, the facility also handles distribution via oil tanker trucks to gas stations.

Officials requested to examine purchase orders, daily fuel delivery records, daily fuel inventory levels, truck registrations entering the facility to verify entry and exit traffic, transport documentation, CCTV footage, pipeline storage diagrams, and electricity meter data from throughout March, from the Middle East conflict onset through the March 20-25 fuel shortage crisis.

This inspection follows government policy to investigate all 92 fuel storage facilities nationwide. One truck driver from a small gas station in Nakhon Ratchasima reported hauling 32,000 liters of fuel from the facility, requiring approximately four hours of travel, with visits scheduled by the company as needed. Another driver from a Saraburi area station revealed nearly daily 40,000-liter pickups, though during the shortage period, allocations were reduced to 30,000 liters daily.

Sudaratne Butprom, known as Tukky Ching Roy Ching Laan, has officially opened her boxing camp by registering it with the Thai Amateur Boxing Committee under the Sports Authority of Thailand. She has named the camp S. Sudaratne.

Tukky posted a photo of herself at the registration office with a caption saying: "Finally, everyone! Tukky is now a boxing camp manager! Sister Booboo gave me the name 'S. Sudaratne.' I never thought what started as just casual interest would grow into genuine passion, deep commitment, and eventually lead to this. I'm doing what I love and have received tremendous support from those close to me."

She thanked Sister Booboo for the encouragement, Sister Somchit Chongjor for guidance, Brother Om for supporting the venue arrangements, Sister Nook (Om's wife) for the attitude that made this happen, Brother Joe, and the entire Thai Amateur Boxing Committee team for their document assistance and advice on proper procedures and regulations.

Tukky playfully asked who will be her first boxer, hinting at having someone in mind.

Timeline of her journey: 2565 - Husband won 10 fights 2566 - Met a talented boxer 2567 - Started attending boxing matches at various camps 2568 - Organized youth boxing matches 2569 - Became a boxing camp manager

The Buriram Provincial Health Office is concerned about online purchases of male enhancement supplements, noting that some products not only fail to deliver results but may also pose serious health risks. Officials advise consumers to research before buying and offer guidance through public health channels. On April 28, 2026, Dr. Yutthana Suriya, Provincial Health Officer of Buriram, announced this warning following a media seminar with provincial radio stations, emphasizing the need for media outlets to educate the public about proper health care and raise awareness about seasonal epidemics. The health office is warning consumers about purchasing supplements sold online, particularly male enhancement products, which are now abundant in the market. Many claim to cure all diseases, feature exaggerated advertising, and lack Thai-language labels—creating serious consumer risks. People spend money on these products expecting benefits but receive nothing or sometimes suffer bodily harm instead. To address this issue, the provincial health office is using radio broadcasts throughout Buriram to discourage online purchases and direct people to seek verified information through the provincial health office website.