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Music News: S2 Returns with Explosive Energy, Drops New Single 'OVERHEAT' with NINO as Producer

Thai pop-hip-hop artist S2 returns with new single 'OVERHEAT,' produced by NINO, after debuting the track at his birthday concert with electrifying choreography and performance.

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Music News: S2 makes a fiery comeback with the new single 'OVERHEAT,' bringing on producer NINO and songwriter Prong Praison.

Following the heartbreak themes of his previous track 'Phra Wrong,' S2 (Nouel Natrat Tangwai) is back stronger than ever with 'OVERHEAT,' a pop-hip-hop fusion that combines full choreography, expressing his identity, determination, and passion in unmistakable ways.

The track features NINO as producer, alongside Prong Praison on songwriting duties.

S2 debuted the live performance of 'OVERHEAT' at his birthday concert 'The Sunset Voyage Concert,' delivering an electrifying stage show that ignited the energy of both MagentaBoy and Horizone fans throughout the venue.

S2 shared his feelings: 'Thank you to everyone who has been with me until today. Four years have passed, and I've worked on developing myself both as a performer and as an artist. I'll continue to give my all in every aspect and strive to be the best version of S2 (Nouel). I hope you'll support my new single OVERHEAT.'

Fans can listen to 'OVERHEAT' on all major music streaming platforms and watch the music video on YouTube at S2 Official.

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Anuthín leads Team Thailand push across Europe to advance Thai-EU FTA and green investment opportunities

PM Anuthín led a high-level Thai delegation across Europe to accelerate trade negotiations and promote green investment, positioning Thailand as a regional hub for clean energy and high-value sectors amid global economic shifts.

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On May 25, Prime Minister Anuthín Charnvirakul led the "Team Thailand" delegation comprising Deputy PM and Finance Minister Ekaní Nititunpraprash, Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Seehasak Phuangketkaew, Deputy PM and Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthammapun, Deputy PM and Higher Education Minister Yotchanon Wongswaddi, and Culture Minister Sabida Thaisertsri in meetings with Thai ambassadors, deputy chiefs of mission, and consuls general from 24 missions across Europe on May 24 in Paris, France. The Prime Minister emphasized that in a world facing new economic conflicts and competition, Europe is transforming from merely an export market for Thai goods into a critical strategic partner that will create new opportunities for Thai products, investments, and people, advancing "Diplomacy 2.0" by connecting economics, trade, technology, energy, and security. He underscored that accelerating Thai-EU FTA negotiations will be the key to attracting investment, technology, and quality business to Thailand. Deputy PM Ekaní added that Thailand's critical strengths in the eyes of global investors are economic and political stability amid global volatility, and noted that Thailand and Europe share aligned directions on clean energy and green economy, positioning Thailand as a regional investment hub particularly in high-value food and agriculture, electric vehicles, and clean energy sectors, with Thailand's hosting of the IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings 2026 offering an important opportunity to showcase Thailand's potential on the global economic stage.

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Police

Foreign motorcyclist arrested on Koh Pha Ngan after leaving Thai doctor in coma

A foreign motorcyclist has been arrested on Koh Pha Ngan after hitting a Thai doctor from behind on May 23, leaving him in a coma with severe brain injuries. The hit-and-run occurred on a poorly lit road near the district office, with CCTV

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Foreign motorcyclist arrested on Koh Pha Ngan after leaving Thai doctor in comaLegacyPolice arrested a foreign motorcyclist for a hit-and-run incident on Koh Pha Ngan on Saturday, May 23, that left a Thai doctor in a coma. Colleagues of the injured doctor, Theerasuk “Ton” Kawamatawong, contacted several media outlets seeking justice after the crash, which occurred at about 8.40pm on a road behind the Koh Pha Ngan District Office. CCTV footage shared online showed Ton walking along the left side of the road before being struck from behind by a motorcycle. The footage indicated the road was poorly lit, with illumination coming mainly from a nearby residence. Streetlights in the area appeared not to be operating at the time. According to reports, the rider was a foreign national who left the scene immediately after the collision. Witnesses and passing motorists later assisted the injured doctor and transported him to hospital. Photo via Facebook/ Intirarat Wongtawan Thai media outlets reported that Ton remains in a coma at Bangkok Hospital Samui after suffering severe injuries, including bleeding in the brainstem and significant brain swelling despite undergoing surgery. The case attracted widespread attention on social media before Koh Pha Ngan Police Station officers arrested the foreign suspect on the island yesterday, May 24. Police have not yet publicly released the suspect’s identity or confirmed the charges being pursued. Under Thai law, causing serious injury through reckless driving can carry penalties of up to three years in prison, fines of up to 60,000 baht, or both. Photo via Matichon According to Ton’s colleagues, the doctor regularly travelled to Koh Samui and Koh Pha Ngan to carry out volunteer medical work. He used his free time to assist local communities while also enjoying the island’s natural surroundings and lifestyle. In another recent case involving a foreign motorcyclist, a Thai teenager was seriously injured in Phuket on May 10 after a foreign rider changed lanes suddenly and collided with the teenager’s motorcycle. The rider reportedly fled the scene and was later seen on CCTV running a red light while escaping. Thai media have not reported any arrest in that case.

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Tourism

Thailand's Tourism Authority Targets UK Market with Three-City Roadshow to Attract Quality Travelers

Thailand's Tourism Authority brought 19 tourism operators to Glasgow, Manchester, and London in May 2026 to meet with 228 UK travel businesses, capitalizing on over one million British visitors arriving in Thailand annually through expanded

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) launched the Amazing Thailand Roadshow to UK 2026 across the United Kingdom market between May 19-21, 2026, in Glasgow, Manchester, and London. The initiative brought 19 Thai tourism operators to conduct business negotiations with 228 UK-based travel businesses across the three cities, promoting Thai tourism offerings and reinforcing Thailand's positive image to British travelers. The event was opened by Nattawat Krishnamra, Thai Ambassador to London, at the Waldorf Hilton London.

Tat Governor Thapanee Kiatyirungroj highlighted that the UK remains a crucial tourism market for Thailand, with over one million British visitors arriving in 2025, reflecting strong demand recovery. This success is attributed to TAT's collaborative efforts with airlines on the Airline Focus strategy, which has resulted in expanded flight routes and increased service to Thailand. Currently, five airlines—Thai Airways, EVA Air, British Airways, Norse Atlantic Airways, and TUI UK—operate 35 weekly flights from the three cities with a combined weekly seat capacity exceeding 11,100.

The roadshow attracted overwhelming interest from UK travel businesses, with 228 British operators participating: 47 from Glasgow, 83 from Manchester, and 78 from London, plus 10 top-tier product managers. Thai participants included 19 operators (16 hotels and 3 destination management companies) from Bangkok (5), Krabi (5), Phuket (5), and Surat Thani (4). Beyond business negotiations, a UK Tour Operators' Panel Talk was held in Manchester to discuss travel trends, market competitiveness, and marketing strategies for Thai operators and tourism agencies.

The United Kingdom ranks among Thailand's top 10 source markets for quality international tourism, with Bangkok and Krabi among the most popular Thai destinations for British visitors.

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Popular Facebook Page Warns of Fake Edible Gold Leaf from China Being Sold for Baking Use

A popular Facebook page warned that fake copper-based gold leaf from China labeled as decorative craft material is being sold as food-grade edible gold in Thai stores and online apps, with over 10,000 units already purchased, posing potenti

25 May Khaosod

On May 25, 2025, the Facebook page Drama-addict posted a warning about counterfeit gold leaf from China. According to the post, a follower discovered shops selling baking supplies that were stocking Chinese gold leaf products. When the label was scanned and translated, it revealed the product was labeled as decorative gold leaf made from copper—not food-grade gold leaf—yet it was being sold in the food-grade section of stores and apps, with over 10,000 units already purchased.

The page's admin purchased samples for testing and found the price suspiciously cheap at only 20 baht per tube, which would be impossible for authentic gold leaf (genuine food-grade gold leaf at that quantity would cost thousands of baht). Testing revealed the fake product could be rolled into balls or crumbled when rubbed between fingers, unlike genuine gold leaf which disintegrates almost instantly. When burned, the counterfeit product immediately changed color, proving it was not real gold but rather a metal alloy like copper or iron that reacts with oxygen when heated.

The conclusion is that this product is not suitable for food use and is only meant for crafts. However, it is being sold both in physical stores and online as food-grade gold leaf for edible use. The danger is that consuming these products could expose people to heavy metals and toxins. Most alarming is that the checks on shopping apps suggest over 10,000 units have been sold, raising concerns about how many Thai consumers may have already unknowingly ingested these counterfeit products in food and baked goods.

The page is urging relevant authorities to urgently inspect and take action against this dangerous counterfeit product that poses a health risk to Thai consumers.

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National

Thai Railway Labor Union Presents Petition to PM, Urges Faster Hiring and Review of 1998 Cabinet Resolution

Thai Railway Labor Union submitted a petition urging the government to accelerate hiring and review a 1998 rule limiting new staff to 5 percent of annual retirements, citing severe personnel shortages hampering rail operations.

25 May Khaosod

At 9:30 AM on May 25, 2026, at the government complaint center within the old office of the Civil Service Commission, 30 representatives from the Thai Railway Labor Union (Sarawut Saranyong, union president, leading the group) submitted a letter to the Prime Minister requesting urgent resolution of the State Railway of Thailand's severe personnel shortage. The union demanded that the government accelerate approval of additional staff allocations to SRT and review the Cabinet resolution from July 28, 1998, which restricts new hires to no more than 5 percent of annually retiring employees. The union stated that this resolution has caused continuous personnel shortages at SRT, negatively impacting operational efficiency and public service delivery. At 9:40 AM, the group submitted the letter to government representative Somphap Nilphun, Prime Minister's Office advisor, who received it for forwarding to the Prime Minister and coordination with relevant agencies.

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Police

Lamphun rocked by two major fires in one night

Two major fires erupted within 30 minutes in Lamphun's Muang district on Saturday night, destroying a rice warehouse, vehicles and wooden structures, with no injuries reported.

25 May Khaosod

LAMPHUN — Two major fires broke out within 30 minutes of each other in Lamphun's Muang district on Saturday night, damaging a rice warehouse, several pickup trucks and a wooden building, authorities said.

The first fire was reported at about 9:00 PM on May 24 in the San Mueang area of Muang Nga subdistrict, near a cluster of restaurants and old wooden buildings. Firefighters were able to bring the blaze under control by 9:30 PM.

A second fire erupted around 9:30 PM at the warehouse of Pool Panich Lamphun Limited Partnership on Charoenrat Road in Nai Mueang subdistrict. The fire spread rapidly through the warehouse, which stored rice and other goods, prompting authorities to mobilise firefighting teams from across Muang district.

Firefighters spent more than one hour spraying water to contain the blaze before bringing it under control at about 10:50 PM. Several pickup trucks were destroyed in the fire, and the warehouse sustained heavy damage.

Authorities said both fires had been extinguished and no deaths were reported. The cause of the fires and the total cost of the damage remain under investigation by forensic police.

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Police

Shellfish diver finds Buddha head mistaken for durian

A shellfish diver in Buriram's Nong Thalok reservoir discovered a severed Buddha head inside an underwater fertilizer sack on Saturday, initially mistaking it for discarded durian shells. Authorities are investigating whether the 30-kilogra

25 May Khaosod

BURIRAM — On May 24, 2026, a Thai man searching for shellfish in a northeastern Thailand reservoir made an extraordinary discovery: a severed Buddha head lying underwater, which he initially mistook for a sack of discarded durian shells.

Nang Rong district police reported the find at approximately noon on Saturday at Nong Thalok reservoir in Nang Rong subdistrict. Deputy Police Lieutenant Karun Saengarun, an investigator at Nang Rong police station, said rescue workers and a diving team were dispatched after residents alerted authorities.

The reservoir, which spans more than 50 rai (about 20 acres), serves as a raw water source for the local tap water system.

The discoverer, identified as 29-year-old Tawan, told police he was diving for shellfish as usual when his foot struck what he thought was an underwater sack. "At first I thought it was a bag filled with discarded durian shells," he explained. "But when I opened it, I was shocked to find a Buddha head inside."

Fearing he might show disrespect to a sacred object, Tawan immediately contacted police without removing the artifact from the water.

Divers recovered the old fertilizer sack in approximately 10 minutes. Inside, they found a Buddha head measuring roughly 30 centimetres in height and width, weighing about 30 kilograms, with its top section appearing to have been cut off.

Police documented the discovery and transported the artifact to Nang Rong police station for examination. Authorities plan to consult experts from Thailand's Fine Arts Department to determine the statue's age and origin, and to investigate whether it was stolen from a temple.

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Tourism

Jason Mraz Asia Tour 2026 in Bangkok with Adjusted Ticket Pricing

Singer Jason Mraz brings his Asia Tour to Bangkok on October 29, 2026, at BITEC Live with tickets starting at 2,000 baht, featuring hits like "I'm Yours" and "I Won't Give Up.

25 May Khaosod

Thai music fans have reason to celebrate as the global feel-good music sensation Jason Mraz prepares for a historic concert titled "Jason Mraz Asia Tour 2026 in Bangkok" at BITEC Live on Thursday, October 29, 2026, organized by ODLive. This highly anticipated visit marks a significant milestone that fans and entertainment industry figures have been waiting for, promising an unforgettable evening filled with world-class love songs that will touch the heart.

The concert will feature a carefully curated setlist showcasing hit songs from multiple albums, highlighting Mraz's smooth vocals and masterful acoustic guitar skills. Audiences can expect timeless hits including "I'm Yours," the feel-good love song everyone sings along to, "I Won't Give Up" with its touching and meaningful lyrics, "Lucky," and many more. As a leading acoustic-pop feel-good artist who has inspired and brought smiles to millions worldwide for decades, Mraz promises this is no ordinary concert—it's a premium night of joy that you shouldn't miss.

Tickets are now available at special introductory prices starting from just 2,000 baht, with exclusive VIP packages at 7,000 baht (limited quantity) that include private entrance access, official poster, and VIP lounge privileges. Sales begin May 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM through https://cutt.ly/8tBni7bO with ticket tiers ranging from 2,000 to 7,000 baht (maximum 4 tickets per person). For more information, follow ODLive on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok (@odlive.bkk) or call 02-203-0423.

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Sansiri Showcases Community Power with Three Resident Stories, Reinforcing "Every day…Life is Good"

Sansiri, a major Thai real estate developer, launched a campaign featuring three resident stories to showcase how its communities deliver happiness beyond housing through strong neighborhoods, professional management, and shared activities.

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On May 25, 2025, Sansiri Public Company Limited revealed that over 40 years and more than 500 quality projects nationwide, Sansiri as a real estate developer has prioritized residents' happiness through the "Every day…Life is Good" concept, which serves as a key standard for project development and after-sales service.

Beginning in 2024 with a major brand campaign that conveyed Sansiri's DNA through striking black-and-white cinematic style to communicate the company's intention to build homes that deliver good quality of life for everyone, in 2025 Sansiri elevates this concept to an even greater and deeper level.

The shift moves from "brand storytelling" to "resident storytelling" through the campaign video "The true story of Every day…Life is Good - CAT, VEGGIE, BOO!" inspired by real events in Sansiri projects and communities, featuring three authentic stories told by actual residents.

This reflects that "good life" is not limited to housing or beautiful home design, but rather a residential ecosystem that supports happiness in every dimension, becoming a model of a sustainable happy society that everyone truly experiences every day.

Sansiri's definition of "good life" is not merely a beautiful philosophy but a reality created through the organization's commitment to building strong foundations from the heart. The company has advanced three key dimensions to deliver genuine happiness every day: Good Neighborhood and Service—a warm community where people and neighbors help each other with heartfelt care and professional management of common spaces and resources (Good Common Space and Property Management), plus creative spaces and activities that connect people and their lifestyles (Good Community and Activity). These three components are the crucial gears that blend into a concrete definition of perfect living.

Over 40 years, Sansiri has meticulously developed and cultivated standards for caring for residents to create a model of sustainable good living. Today, all these intentions are proven "true" through three resident videos that don't just tell personal experiences but confirm the highest commitment to transforming residential spaces into places of happiness, community, and good living every day in Sansiri projects.

Meet "CAT, VEGGIE, BOO"—three real stories confirming that "Everyday…Life is Good": THE CAT OF T77: When one cat goes missing, an entire community's hearts connect. The story began when a black cat from a Vietnamese restaurant disappeared, but this wasn't just about the cat owner—the power of neighbors in the T77 Community brought them together.

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Less Than 9 Million Slots Remain for Thai Help Thai Plus Program – Check Your Eligibility Quickly

Thailand's Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40 program opened registration May 25-29 with fewer than 9 million slots remaining for eligible citizens to receive 4,000 baht in subsidized purchases over four months.

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Less than 9 million remaining slots for the Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40 program – check your available benefits and register quickly. Learn the registration method, conditions to claim benefits, and receive 4,000 baht. Eligibility criteria revealed on May 25, 2569.

On May 25, 2569, reporters noted that the "Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40" program opened for public registration from May 25-29, 2569 over five days between 06:00-22:00. Approximately 30 million general public and salaried workers are eligible.

The government will cover 60 percent of expenses while participants pay 40 percent for designated food, beverages, goods, and services. Government support is capped at 200 baht per person per day or maximum 1,000 baht per person per month for four months.

CHECKING YOUR THAI HELP THAI PLUS ELIGIBILITY

As of 10:25 on May 25, 2569, after the Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40 program opened for registration, 8,433,186 remaining slots were available.

Registration is available through the "Pao Tang" app by clicking the Thai Help Thai Plus (60/40) banner from May 25-29, 2569 between 06:00-22:00 daily (until all program slots are filled).

WHEN CAN YOU REGISTER FOR THAI HELP THAI PLUS AND HOW DO YOU CLAIM BENEFITS?

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years old on registration date Must have a Thai national ID card

INELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Holders of state welfare cards according to Finance Ministry records as of April 18, 2569 Those suspended or required to refund money from the "Khon La Khrun" (People Earn Half) phases 1-5 programs and the Khon La Khrun Plus program

THAI HELP THAI PLUS REGISTRATION DATES

Registration opens May 25-29, 2569 from 06:00-22:00 Register through the "Pao Tang" application (all users must register newly)

BENEFIT PERIOD AND DETAILS

Benefit usage period: June 1-September 30, 2569 Allotment: 1,000 baht per person per month (four months total = 4,000 baht) Benefit ratio: 60/40 (government covers 60 percent, participants pay 40 percent) Use benefits at participating merchants between 06:00-23:00 via G-Wallet payment

REGISTRATION STEPS FOR THAI HELP THAI PLUS BENEFITS

Open the "Pao Tang" application Tap the "Thai Help Thai Plus" program icon on the app's main screen Read the program conditions and tap "Register" After receiving confirmation of your benefits and benefit start date, tap "OK"

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