The Pure Heart Foundation presented snacks to the Thai Social Welfare Council in support of a merit-making ceremony honoring the late Princess Galyani Vadhana. On May 5, 2025, Foundation President Theeraphant Nawamawat delivered 2,400 snacks valued at 33,600 baht, sponsored by Saranjitr Wang, board member of Bai Lee Enterprise Company Limited, to the Thai Social Welfare Council under Royal Patronage.

The donation was made to support the memorial event "In Remembrance of the Gracious Kindness of Her Royal Highness Princess Galyani Vadhana, Princess of Nakhon Sawan" scheduled for May 6, 2025 at the Nawamaharat Building, with Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Manas Nonuch, President of the Thai Social Welfare Council, receiving the donation.

The foundation president stated that the Pure Heart Foundation is deeply committed to supporting this commemorative event, which reflects the care and cooperation among different sectors. This reinforces the ongoing collaboration between the foundation and the Thai Social Welfare Council in conducting activities that benefit society and improve the quality of life for people in the long term.

Historically, the foundation and the Thai Social Welfare Council have jointly implemented various public benefit activities, including assistance for disadvantaged groups, social welfare support, and quality-of-life improvement initiatives across the country. These efforts demonstrate the power of civil society working together concretely, aiming to create opportunities, reduce inequality, and extend assistance widely to target groups.

The memorial event comprises two components: a merit-making ceremony honoring Princess Galyani Vadhana and a scholarship award ceremony for persons with disabilities and children of disabled persons.

At 5:35 PM on May 5, 2025, Chadchart Suwanrüjitr, list MP and deputy leader of the People's Party, presented his vision as the party's candidate for Bangkok Governor. He argued that while Bangkok is often portrayed as the most comfortable city for those with sufficient wealth, ordinary workers such as street food vendors, delivery riders, and office employees face a much harder reality. Chadchart emphasized that life in Bangkok is genuinely difficult due to transportation challenges, the costs of raising children and elderly parents, and increasing job losses in an era of AI technology displacement.

Chadchart spoke from personal experience, growing up in the old riverside neighborhoods of Bangkok and commuting long distances by multiple buses and boats for work. He challenged Bangkokians to question whether the capital should settle for its current state or whether it can offer better quality of life.

He highlighted the People's Party's commitment to addressing structural problems and outlined four policy packages to make life easier: (1) easier family support through assistance with childcare, (2) streamlined commerce, (3) job creation for the unemployed, (4) developing a walkable city with improved transportation. Chadchart emphasized that Bangkok is fundamentally about its people, not just infrastructure, and that the city should return time to residents currently wasted on daily commutes and administrative tasks. He stated that Bangkok should aspire to be a world-class capital that provides opportunities and support during difficult times, viewing citizens as the city's greatest resource rather than merely as administrative subjects.

The Democrat Party has approved all 50 Bangkok Metropolitan Assembly (BMA) candidates along with its Bangkok governor candidate. The party is preparing for Abhisit Vejjajiva, the party's list MP and leader, to announce the candidates in mid-May.

On May 5, 2569, reporters confirmed that the Democrat Party's executive committee approved the complete list of 50 BMA candidates across all Bangkok districts. The approved candidates include candidates from Dusit (Sriram Phumijai), Phra Nakhon (Natchathanya Saspyankorn), Bang Sue (Thanvat Satitolapreecha), and other districts throughout Bangkok, spanning all 50 electoral zones.

While the party's executive committee has already approved the Bangkok governor candidate, the identity cannot yet be disclosed. Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva will make the official announcement unveiling both the assembly candidates and the governor candidate in mid-May.

A severe storm pounded Wiang Sa District in Nan Province on May 5, 2569, devastating two communities with widespread destruction affecting more than 150 homes, downed power poles, uprooted trees, and a school pavilion blown 50 meters away. District officials led by Prasit Nota, Nan provincial representative for District 2, Thanasorn Pimsarn, Mae Sa subdistrict chief, and Chalerm Muanchai, village headman of Wang Yao, along with relevant agencies, conducted a damage assessment of the thunderstorm and powerful windstorm that struck Wiang Sa District the previous night. Preliminary inspection found over 150 affected homes, with Ban Oen Village 5 sustaining damage to 70 houses and Ban Wang Yao Village 7 suffering damage to 64 houses, with severe destruction where the wind stripped away roofs and walls from more than 50 homes, causing considerable distress to residents.

The village headman of Wang Yao stated that the storm was extremely violent, with exceptionally powerful winds that even lifted a wooden pavilion used by students at Mae Sa School and hurled it across a fence, landing on the road outside over 50 meters from its original location. Additionally, more than 10 power poles collapsed and large trees were snapped and blocked roadways, prompting the provincial electricity authority to cut power for safety reasons.

"Residents spent the entire night in darkness without telephone or internet signals to communicate with each other, and they remain concerned about further rainfall. This storm event is considered the most severe in 100 years, something no living resident has previously experienced," the headman said.

Provinicial representative Prasit stated he has urgently coordinated with relevant agencies including district administration, local government organizations, and disaster management units to provide immediate assistance to affected residents, including home repairs, temporary shelter arrangements, and government relief compensation.

Meanwhile, Chainrong Vongying, Nan Province Governor, has ordered the provincial disaster prevention and mitigation office and Wiang Sa District officials to expedite relief efforts for disaster victims. Relevant agencies continue surveying additional damage in hard-to-reach areas and have urged residents to closely monitor weather updates.

Government Savings Bank is promoting financial discipline by offering a 0.5% annual interest rate reduction for up to 8 months to responsible borrowers on home loans, with immediate eligibility confirmation through December 31, 2025. GSB Director Songpol Cheewapaññarot stated the bank aims to strengthen financial discipline among the public by encouraging borrowers to make responsible loan repayments according to contract terms, maintain good credit history, and avoid defaulting on loans that could negatively impact future borrowing and the broader economy. The "Good Home Payment GSB Discount" program targets home loan borrowers who have demonstrated consistent on-time payments over the past three years, with no missed payments in the last 12 months, and have not previously participated in other bank assistance programs. Eligible borrowers receive a 0.5% annual interest rate discount for up to 8 months without submitting new documents, and can verify their eligibility and enroll through the MyMo app from May 1 through December 31, 2025. Customers can contact GSB branches or the GSB Contact Center at 1115 for more information.

STEK Thailand, partnering with The TPS Group—a leader in automotive care products—has officially entered the Thai and ASEAN markets with the establishment of STEK Thailand. The company is opening its headquarters and first service center in the country, ready to revolutionize the automotive film market under "The Revolution" concept, offering five product lines for premium customers.

Chairman Chaichan Uppaphan of The TPS Group revealed that the company has been officially appointed as the exclusive distributor of STEK's global-standard paint protection films, paint replacement wraps, and window films in Thailand, while also serving as the Strategic Hub for STEK across the Asia-Pacific region. This role includes distribution, dealer network development, and installation standards improvement.

"The market for premium paint protection films, color-change films, and window films has significant growth potential," Chaichan explained. "Modern vehicle owners seek products that protect both their health and their vehicles' aesthetics and safety, while environmental and weather changes drive consumers to seek high-quality, long-lasting, and value-for-money products."

STEK Thailand has opened its flagship headquarters and first standard service center on Pradipat-Manutham Road in Bangkok, following "The New STEK 2026" concept. This emphasizes comprehensive service across all dimensions—from consultation and product selection to precise installation in proper conditions—ensuring the best results and experience for every customer.

Nicha Uppaphan, Director and Marketing Manager of STEK Thailand, stated the company will focus on communicating with customers and distributors through "The Revolution" concept, reflecting the Thai automotive film industry's significant transition to global standards in product technology, data transparency, and installation quality. The goal is to provide Thai consumers with confident access to world-class brands.

STEK Thailand's product strategy covers all market segments, from general users to the rapidly growing EV market and ultra-luxury buyers seeking cutting-edge technology and perfection. Five main product innovations will be launched:

1. DYNO Series—a new definition of world-class paint protection and color-change films 2. FORCESHIELD—a new option for the mass premium market, emphasizing value and real-world performance 3. LUNARAY—a window film with practical performance using advanced manufacturing technology 4. STEK Formula—a vehicle care product line designed specifically to work with all film types 5. STEK Marine—a marine vehicle protection line, launching in Thailand for the first time, targeting premium boat and yacht markets

The company also enhances consumer confidence through the STEK ONE system, developed to provide comprehensive product verification and service assurance.