Monaco has just set a historic record in the luxury residential market as Ukrainian billionaire Rinat Akhmetov's holding company, System Capital Management, purchased an ultra-luxurious 21-room penthouse in the Le Renzo project for over 500 million US dollars, or approximately 16 billion baht. This transaction has been registered as the most expensive residential real estate deal ever recorded in the world, immediately sending ripples through the global high-end real estate market.

The penthouse is situated on the top floor of a luxury building overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, spanning over 26,900 square feet across 5 levels with panoramic sea views. The lavishly designed interior features 21 bedrooms, 8 private parking spaces, multiple expansive terraces, a private swimming pool, jacuzzi, premium furniture, and cutting-edge smart home technology.

Monaco's exceptionally high property prices are no coincidence, as the country is among the most expensive locations in the world, with prices reaching over 70,000 euros per square meter or approximately 2.6 million baht. The Le Renzo project is considered an iconic landmark that has redefined Monaco's skyline in recent decades, making this penthouse even more exclusive and rare.

This purchase dramatically shatters the previous world record held by Nick Candy's London mansion valued at over 350 million dollars (approximately 11 billion baht) and Ken Griffin's New York penthouse worth around 240 million dollars (approximately 7.7 billion baht). Experts view this transaction as a clear reflection of growing trends in the ultra-luxury real estate market, with continued demand for iconic-level assets showing no signs of decline.

Sabida meets with French Ambassador to discuss elevating Thai-French cultural cooperation through knowledge exchange and promoting Thai creative industries on the global stage to enhance the nation's cultural image. On May 8, 2025, at the Ministry of Culture, H.E. Mr. Jean-Claude Poimbœuf, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to Thailand, met with Ms. Sabida Taiseert, Minister of Culture, to discuss ways to strengthen Thai-French cultural cooperation through exchanges in art, film, and cultural heritage, as well as promoting Thai creative industries internationally to enhance Thailand's image and expand bilateral cultural relations. Both parties also discussed preparations for the Minister of Culture's official visit to France in May 2025 to attend major events including the 79th Cannes Film Festival (Cannes Film Festival 2026), bilateral talks with the French Minister of Culture, a ceremony to present the Legion of Honor to Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana, and the opening of the "La Mode en Majesté – Royal Thai Dress: From Tradition to Modernity" exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs. The meeting was attended by Deputy Secretary-General of the Ministry of Culture Rani Ittharat, Director-General of the Department of Culture Promotion Yuthika Israngkur Na Ayudhya, Deputy Director-General of the Fine Arts Department Kanista Chotikvnich, Assistant Secretary-General of the Ministry of Culture Urutsaya Intarasuksri, Ministry of Culture executives, representatives from the French Embassy in Thailand, and relevant officials.

On May 8, 2026, Deputy Education Minister Akranon Kanakittinant led a team including officials and local MPs to inspect the damaged and cracked building at Surathampitaksa School in Muang district, Nakhon Ratchasima. The issue was brought to parliament by Democrat MP Chatchai Supatrawanich. Deputy Minister Akranon stated that he had heard about this problem multiple times in parliament and wanted to visit the site in person to understand the issue properly. He committed to solving the long-neglected problem by coordinating with all relevant agencies to find funding and address the situation urgently. He emphasized the Education Ministry's new approach of simplicity and pragmatism, without unnecessary ceremonies, to become a ministry of hope for the new generation. MP Chatchai praised the Deputy Minister's new-generation leadership style and his quick response, noting that within minutes of raising the issue in parliament, the team was already coordinated to visit the site. He expressed confidence that with such ministerial policies, the Education Ministry would become more accessible and responsive to problems nationwide.

On May 8, 2025, at 11:30 AM at the ITF Market, Chaivatana Sathavawichit, the Pheu Thai Party's candidate for Bangkok Governor, along with fellow Pheu Thai lawmakers Tao Phipop Limjitrakorn and Vanasanjai Sirimewakhin, a candidate for the Bang Rak Metropolitan Assembly seat, met with residents, merchants, and business owners in the area. The atmosphere was lively, with citizens requesting photos and Chaivatana introducing himself to shoppers and vendors alike.

During the visit, a pants shop owner living in the Thonburi area raised concerns about persistent pedestrian pathway and pipe cover problems in Soi Charan Sanitwong 13 that remained unresolved despite multiple complaints. He expressed hope that if Chaivatana were elected governor, these infrastructure issues would finally be addressed.

Chaivatana received the complaint and immediately contacted Pavitra Jitakij, a Pheu Thai lawmaker in the area, to coordinate and follow up on the matter.

When asked about choosing Silom as his first campaign location, Chaivatana explained he wanted to reflect the lives of Bangkok's urban residents during midday hours, believing this area best captures city life. Meeting office workers, merchants, and business owners provided him with diverse perspectives and insights.

Regarding public response, Chaivatana said the reception was satisfactory, noting he received warm welcomes from market patrons and vendors. Based on feedback collected, he identified two main priority areas: First, the cost of living in Bangkok is quite high. The Pheu Thai Party proposes supporting affordable food venues such as food courts and markets through land tax mechanisms to help Bangkok residents access cheaper food and reduce living expenses. Second, transportation challenges—pedestrians encounter broken pipes and uneven sidewalks, and public transportation remains cumbersome. These concerns came primarily from office workers, who represent the middle class and majority of Bangkok's population.

When asked about his confidence against incumbent Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, Chaivatana stated that while he acknowledges the race won't be easy, he expects to win. He emphasized he doesn't stand alone—he campaigns with 50 Metropolitan Assembly candidates and respected management teams across districts. The entire Pheu Thai Party backs him, with 120 other lawmakers ready to address structural problems in parliament, giving him confidence to offer better proposals and paint a brighter future for Bangkok residents.

When asked about his Metropolitan Assembly seat targets, Chaivatana said: "If you ask me, we've already secured 33 constituencies across Bangkok and swept the province with orange. Wouldn't it be great if we could sweep all 50 Metropolitan Assembly seats throughout the province as well? As for me, I want to set high targets."

In the same era as when Gu became famous! Teacher Bier reveals this famous karma-solving mystic has been operating for a long time, only selecting handsome clients—he responds pointedly to those still believing this teacher is genuine because they've never been targeted.

Amid heavy criticism of a famous mystic from Lamphun province named Ammangkorn who claims to solve karma, Teacher Bier, a spiritually awakened individual, also comments on this famous fortune-teller and karma-solver.

Teacher Bier reveals the famous karma-solving mystic has been doing this for ages, famous in the same era as him.

"He was probably as famous as I was back then, exploding in popularity. This whole karma-solving thing with celebrities who went and said they'd give lists of names, claiming to know the future and past, solve karma, understand who did what to whom—he was probably famous in the same era I was. Crowds of people flocked to him."

"Thai people cling to those with mystical powers wanting to be superior to others, so we run toward those people to fix our suffering. When we have problems, we look for something to rely on—wow, knowing the future, knowing past lives, solving karma. It's not smart."

"Let him grab karma, but don't grab shellfish with it. He only grabs karma exclusively, and he chooses karma too—only grabbing pretty karma. Ugly karma he doesn't grab."

"He shares clips. Nos Udom told this story, and Nos wasn't happy—my karma was wrong, what did I do? I had to run all over temples, visiting many, before getting five names. But this handsome guy gets five names in one session. And the story Nos Udom told was years ago."

"This means the issue existed for a long time. If it's the same person, it means this has been going on for ages, not something new. He's been like this for a long time, but he only selects good-looking people. Some women say this teacher is genuine, but I don't believe it. Oh, because you're a woman he doesn't grab you? When a handsome guy comes he grabs his karma? He likes to massage karma."

Teacher Bier responds to those still believing this teacher is genuine because they've never been targeted:

"You're still stupid. Honestly, you shouldn't believe fortune-tellers at all. Karma can't be solved. I've tried telling you, you're still dumb, not understanding. You only claim feeling at peace. He's genuine, he's authentic. I've seen some people solve it differently. In the past he was still genuine, but now he might have declined. You're intellectually weak. There's nothing genuine. If someone claims to solve your karma, it's fake."

"Karma can be solved through your current actions, but the past is finished. It's done. You can't undo past karma. Undo the fabric, and now this fortune-teller is undoing the fabric to escape the consequences, finding ways out and down."

"Hundreds and thousands of other people—why aren't they targeted? Because your face isn't good, you're ugly. If you had a good face you wouldn't escape. Why haven't I been targeted? I went to a kind teacher—yes, because your face isn't right. Make your face good first. Your face, your skin, your body—make those good first. Your face is that ugly; who would go grab and massage your karma? He only massages pretty karma, good karma, clean karma. Being stupid yet pretending to be smart, defending foolishness. Nonsensical and baseless."

"Even those practicing Buddha's teachings decline. What do we expect from those not practicing his teachings at all? What won't decline?"

"Not being targeted doesn't mean you're not evil. It just means the truth hasn't been revealed yet. No one has actually been victimized, or no one is brave enough. But when one person comes out, then everyone gets brave and starts coming out too. Some don't dare speak—they're embarrassed, they fear people will think they're stupid. Those who speak want to help society by exposing this evil person as wicked and depraved."

"At the level of business owners, famous celebrities, famous influencers—they can't find a doctor to cure them, so they go solve karma, solve karma to satisfy desire. These trend-pushing celebrities went and felt good, went and succeeded, went and got aroused—what's arousing? Getting possessed, aroused."

News: Famous mystic announces closing his establishment.

The Government Savings Bank has launched a back-to-school loan program offering a low fixed rate of just 0.60% monthly interest with no collateral required, designed to help parents manage the financial strain of new school expenses and enable convenient applications through the MyMo app.

Announced on May 8 by Songphol Chiwapanjarojen, the bank's director, the program addresses the heavy financial burden families face during school openings amid economic volatility and tight household cash flow. The initiative features a 1 billion baht allocation to assist with uniforms, textbooks, school supplies, and other education-related expenses while reducing reliance on unofficial debt sources.

The loan program reflects the bank's commitment as a "bank for society, for all lives," particularly supporting students during this critical foundation-building period of life. Designed with relaxed qualification criteria compared to standard bank requirements, the program allows any parent with employment and income to apply.

Loan terms include a maximum of 10,000 baht per person at a fixed 0.60% monthly rate, repayable over 12 months at approximately 894 baht monthly (including principal and interest). No collateral is needed. Parents can apply through the MyMo application or visit any Government Savings Bank branch for assistance. The application period runs from May 8 to July 31, 2026.