The NACC, police, and Ministry of Interior launched Operation 'Reverse Dragon Scales' on April 20, 2026, to dismantle a forged birth certificate ring. Under NACC Secretary-General Surpongse Intathaworn's direction, Deputy Secretary-General Patthanpong Chantpetchpul, Investigation and Special Affairs Director Choong Kraydmuang, and News Investigation Group 2 Director Pairojn Niyomdecha, along with officers from the Anti-Corruption and Misconduct Prevention Division, the NACC's Special Investigation Office, the Ministry of Interior, and the Special Investigation Department, conducted simultaneous raids on four targets, arresting six suspects under arrest warrants for corruption and misconduct offenses.

The case originated from complaints to the Ministry of Interior about an illegal operation issuing birth certificates to stateless persons impersonating Thai nationals. During the investigation, irregularities were discovered in the system at the Thonburi District Registration Office. Following the trail revealed corrupt 'worms'—government officials colluding with outsiders to fraudulently forge birth certificates.

Group 1 suspects consist of one government official from the Thonburi District Registration Office facing charges of official misconduct or dereliction of duty causing damage, document falsification, and abuse of authority or misconduct under Criminal Code Articles 157, 162, and the Constitution-Related Organic Act on Anti-Corruption B.E. 2561, Article 172.

Group 2 suspects include five accomplices charged with aiding and abetting official misconduct, dereliction of duty, document falsification, and assisting in abuse of authority under the same legal provisions and Criminal Code Article 86.

The NACC, Anti-Corruption and Misconduct Prevention Division, Special Investigation Office, Ministry of Interior, and Special Investigation Department jointly arrested all six suspects at the Thonburi District Registration Office and residential locations. Four search warrants were executed, resulting in the seizure of numerous items and documents as evidence.

WASHINGTON (AP) — King Charles III marked the 250th anniversary of American independence from Britain with gratitude that the two countries united to build "one of the most consequential alliances in human history" while urging "that we ignore the clarion calls to become ever more inward-looking."

Speaking Tuesday to a joint session of the U.S. Congress, Charles repeatedly highlighted the historical and cultural ties that he said have cemented an enduring bond between the United States and the United Kingdom. But even as he spoke in unifying, optimistic terms, he delivered a series of nuanced warnings encouraging leaders in the U.S. to remain collaborative and engaged in global affairs.

He said the alliance between the U.S. and the U.K., tested anew by President Donald Trump's war in Iran, "cannot rest on past achievements." Charles urged "unyielding resolve" in backing Ukraine against Russia and heralded the NATO alliance that Trump has consistently undermined.

The king praised religious pluralism and interfaith dialogue in terms that are rare in Trump's Washington. As the White House rolls back regulations aimed at denting climate change, the king encouraged those in power to "reflect on our shared responsibility to safeguard nature, our most precious and irreplaceable asset."

At one point, Charles traced the notion of checks and balances on executive power to the Magna Carta, the foundational legal document sealed by King John in 1215. Trump told The New York Times earlier this year that he was constrained only by "my own morality."

And acknowledging a scandal that has roiled politics in both the U.S. and U.K., Charles subtly alluded to the victims of Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender with ties to British officials, including the king's brother, Andrew.

Charles is on a four-day visit to the U.S. intended to both celebrate American independence and to repair the country's fraying relationship with the U.K. He hardly arrived in Washington as an oppositional figure to Trump. Joined by Queen Camilla, Charles had a warm greeting with the president and first lady Melania Trump at the White House earlier Tuesday.

In his welcome remarks, Trump also highlighted the shared history between the two countries. "American patriots today can sing, 'My country, 'tis of thee, sweet land of liberty,' only because our colonial ancestors first sang, 'God save the king,'" Trump said.

The leaders met privately in the Oval Office for a meeting Trump later described as "really good," adding that Charles is a "fantastic person." Trump hosted the royal couple for a jovial state dinner later Tuesday in the East Room.

On April 29, 2569, at TK Palace and Convention Hotel, Sawaeng Boonmee, Secretary-General of the Election Commission, addressed participants at a training workshop for quality political party curriculum instructors, stating that Thailand relies heavily on politics in all matters, with winners taking all—a system that has considerable problems.

Sawaeng disclosed that on April 28, he briefed the Senate, explaining that democracy is a fundamental basis of elections and election outcomes are truly a collective effort of the people. Of the 52 million eligible voters, 1.6 million volunteered as poll observers in the last election, with some serving as media observers. However, the EC itself is not part of this collective effort. He stressed that when people work together on something, they share collective responsibility, and the EC merely reports the results of what the people have accomplished together.

"Our electoral system is designed to be very robust," Sawaeng stated. "No one can interfere with it—not the seven EC members, the secretary-general, or any powerful figures. But if vote-buying and selling rights occur, that's a matter outside the framework. It is the people who will change the country. You are the ones doing the work together at election time, not the EC. The EC's job is to report results; if wrongdoing occurs, we take legal action. The EC knows only what the people know on election day—nothing more."

Sawaeng remarked that from his experience working with political parties, they don't seem concerned with party law. If they were, party law would be better. Amendments are the responsibility of Parliament or MPs, yet when they hold power, they don't appear motivated to improve political party law or draft fair competition regulations.

He noted that the EC office has previously proposed amendments to the Political Party Act and Election Act to ensure fair competition between parties, as the system comes under public scrutiny for allegedly unfair rule-making. However, these proposals have not received parliamentary approval. Therefore, he urged MPs and political parties, as law users aware of the law's shortcomings, to amend both laws appropriately and effectively—rather than blaming the EC commissioners for bias each time elections occur.

"I speak specifically about elections, where the people vote. It's something the people do collectively, with 52 million eligible voters, 1.6 million poll observers, and the remaining observers and media checking one another. The EC is merely a reporter of election results to the public," Sawaeng concluded.

Dr. Book, boyfriend of Candy Sasikarn, posted a shocking comment after a popular page posted a cryptic message suggesting that the groom's family had never approved from the start, though they respected their son for accomplishing what they wanted. Comments flooded in asking who the post was referring to, with various critiques and speculations, some directly linking Dr. Book and Candy to the statement.

One commenter asked "Doctor? And Mother...?" to which the page replied "We're talking about the TV series 'Red House." Another commenter pointed out "Dr. Book's comment is below."

Dr. Book Thanaphattharawanchai himself jumped into the comments with a cryptic response: "Oh really?"

When fans asked him during a live stream "How many people have you sued already?" Dr. Book smiled and replied, "Oh my, can I even say that? I can't, let's just wait and see. I can't tell you—it's a government secret. No gifts for anyone this round, definitely no gifts this time." Some commenters who made allegations in their posts have already faced legal consequences.

The combat sports world's biggest showdown is arriving! Rodtang, Thailand's Muay Thai superstar, has breezily passed weigh-ins and is ready to face Japan's champion Takeru Segawa tomorrow night in what promises to be an explosive Thailand versus Japan collision.

Rodtang came in sharp at 134.8 pounds on his first weigh-in attempt, showing the discipline he's brought to this fight after previous weight concerns. The prize pool is staggering—a special 2.4 million baht bonus awaits the winner from major backers, reflecting the magnitude of this matchup.

This represents a true peak-level confrontation between two combat sports icons: Rodtang, Muay Thai's biggest draw, versus Takeru Segawa, Japan's legendary kickboxing star. Every round is expected to be intensely contested. Rodtang has vowed to keep the victory in Thailand.

The live broadcast goes down tomorrow night, April 29th. Fans and followers are invited to predict the outcome: will Rodtang's devastating punches or Takeru's precision kicks prevail? Who will claim the 2.4 million baht prize?

Grab has revealed that Friday and Saturday nights see a 20% increase in ride-hailing requests compared to weekdays. Marketing director Panomkorn Jirasethiyanpong stated that nighttime (9 PM to 5 AM) has become a significant usage period for the digital platform, comparable to daytime usage. Services include ride-hailing for commuting home or attending parties, ordering late-night food, and purchasing essential items during emergencies.

Grab has developed its services and partnered with merchants and restaurants operating during late hours to meet demand. The company has launched special campaigns targeting night owls, including students working on assignments, night shift workers, sports fans, gamers, and party enthusiasts, expanding into new customer segments.

Friday and Saturday are described as peak nights with the highest ride requests between 9 PM and midnight. Weekend night ride-hailing usage is 20% higher than weekdays, with nearly half of all nighttime users active during the 9 PM to midnight prime time window. This covers both rides home after work and visits to nighttime entertainment venues.

GrabDriveYourCar, the professional private driver service, remains popular among party-goers seeking safe, responsible alternatives to drunk driving. The service is particularly popular after midnight in major areas like Sukhumvit, Thong Lo-Ekkamai, and along the Ekkamai-Ram Intra expressway, which have numerous restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues.

Foreign tourists, particularly from China, America, and the UK, also frequently use Grab for late-night rides. Beyond airport transfers, tourists use the service to explore nightlife in walking street areas and night markets such as Walking Street Pattaya, Walking Street Bangkok, and Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.

Regarding late-night food delivery, over 70% of orders are placed between 9 PM and midnight from diverse groups including students, office workers, and lifestyle-specific groups like party enthusiasts, sports fans, series enthusiasts, and gamers. This reflects that late-night meals have become part of modern lifestyle culture.

The most-ordered item through GrabFood during late-night hours is som tam poo pla ra (spicy green papaya salad with crab) with over 200,000 orders annually, followed by various street food options. Late-night eating has transcended mere hunger satisfaction to become an integral part of modern urban lifestyle.