Deputy Transport Minister Sarapetch Bunyamani and Songkhla MP from the Bhumjaithai Party visited the Koh Tao subdistrict landfill fire site on April 24, 2569, meeting with relevant agencies to coordinate firefighting operations and minimize public impact. Provincial Deputy Governors Romdon Hayeeawaew and Jiravet Manichote, Muang District Officer Winit Thepnit, Songkhla Provincial Administration Vice Chair Chatchaipetch Kruamphot, and Koh Tao Subdistrict Chief Rorasing Rai Charoen participated in assessing the situation and developing response strategies.

Multiple agencies coordinated resource deployment, including the Rural Roads Department providing three water trucks and one excavator, the Highways Department providing two water trucks, and the Songkhla Provincial Administration Organization supplying over 10 water trucks and fire engines. The Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office fully mobilized equipment and personnel to accelerate firefighting operations and contain the spread.

Current conditions remain uncontrolled, with officials estimating an additional 2-3 days needed for full containment due to strong winds hindering efforts. Responders are focusing on limiting the fire's expansion. Deputy Minister Sarapetch instructed a revised 5-day operational plan with inter-agency coordination to prevent flare-ups, while commending personnel working continuously around the clock to resolve the situation and protect affected residents.

A stray dog has become a loyal coworker to traffic police at an intersection in Kuala Lumpur, showing up every day and sometimes earlier than the officers themselves. Known as "John" by locals, the dog has been helping at the checkpoint since 2024, arriving around 7 a.m. and leaving around 9 a.m., though no one knows its real name or origins.

One officer shared: "John has been here since I started this post. We've watched it grow over the years. When our shift ends around 9 a.m., it walks away from the area. No one knows where it goes or what it does on off days, but whenever we return, John is always here and ready to work."

After videos of John's work went viral on social media, the dog won over many people's hearts, with some bringing treats as rewards for its dedication. Recently, rescue volunteer Aris and their team noticed the dog's efforts and launched a mission to help it, giving it a new name—Chase—to symbolize a fresh start.

Aris describes Chase as a friendly, intelligent, and well-natured dog that enjoys head rubs but shows signs of fear around leashes, suggesting past trauma. The team is gradually rebuilding its trust.

A health checkup revealed Chase is approximately 4-5 years old, underweight, has multiple wounds, and is infected with ticks. The dog is now receiving ongoing veterinary treatment and is expected to fully recover within about a month before vaccination and neutering. Chase is temporarily staying with Aris and will be available for adoption once fully recovered.

April 24, 2026 – Reports indicate that a high-ranking official, the head of the administrative office of a subdistrict organization (SAO) in Ban Bueng District, Chachoengsao Province, has been accused of committing indecent assault against a female student inside a minibus en route to Bangkok. The incident occurred on April 17.

The victim stated that a man sitting in the rear seat reached from behind and touched her chest, claiming he was picking up something that fell. However, the victim believes the act was intentional, as it happened multiple times.

Suriya, 45, the victim's father, revealed that his daughter called him while on the minibus, reporting that a man behind her had grabbed her chest. She was screaming, but no one on the bus helped. He instructed his daughter to hand the phone to the minibus driver, but the driver refused to speak. Suriya then drove from Chachoengsao to the location where the incident was occurring on the expressway. When the minibus reached Mochit, he was unsure what the driver was thinking, as no one on the bus assisted his daughter. The perpetrator was eventually let off the bus.

Once his daughter regained her composure, she grabbed the perpetrator's neck and shouted loudly, as shown in video clips. A woman intervened to restrain him and called emergency services. They attempted to force the man back onto the bus and reported the incident to Bang Sue Police Station. The father is preparing to file a formal complaint with the provincial governor demanding maximum legal action.

Latest developments: A reporter visited the Mapphrai Subdistrict Administrative Office and spoke with officials, who confirmed that the accused is the head of the administrative office and is currently on leave. The superior stated they will conduct a fair investigation and, if evidence of wrongdoing is found, will take disciplinary action ranging from suspension to dismissal from civil service. The case file has been forwarded to the prosecutor and is awaiting court consideration.

The Pheu Thai Party will not reshuffle its leadership, keeping party chief Thaksin Shinawatra in his position after the Supreme Court rejected an order to suspend 10 current Pheu Thai MPs from office. Only the party secretary position will be changed. On April 24, 2025, reporters covered developments from the Pheu Thai Party following the Supreme Court's acceptance of a case involving 44 former Forward Party MPs regarding Article 112 amendments, with a ruling that allowed 10 current Pheu Thai MPs to continue performing their duties.

Most party members expressed satisfaction with the court's order, despite some surprise. The party had prepared in advance with four sets of statements to address various possible outcomes. Regarding the party's executive restructuring to replace the MPs involved in legal cases, there will be no changes to key leadership positions. Party chief Natthapong Ruangpanya will remain in his position, contrary to earlier reports suggesting Wirayut Kanjchuchart might be elevated as a replacement. Only the party secretary position will change, as Sarayut Jaichak has resigned—he had previously stated he would step down if the party lost the election. The party will proceed with selecting a new party secretary in due course.

Many people take collagen supplements regularly but notice that after taking it for a long time, they see no results. Nutritionist Zhang Weici explains that the real issue isn't whether you're taking collagen or not, but whether you're taking it correctly. She has identified three key principles for collagen to be effective:

1. Choose small-molecule collagen peptides to allow your body to absorb it better 2. Take it on an empty stomach or before bed to increase absorption efficiency 3. Take it together with vitamin C and protein to support absorption and body utilization

Nutritionist Zhang Weici further explains that collagen is the most abundant protein in the body, making up more than 30% of total protein. It plays an important role in maintaining skin elasticity, joint health, and tissue repair. However, if the consumption method is incorrect, even continuous supplementation may show no clear results.

Regarding consumption methods, it's recommended to choose small-molecule collagen peptides since they are small and absorb easily. The appropriate daily amount is approximately 2.5-10 grams, and you should take it continuously for 8-12 weeks before you start seeing results.

Besides timing, the time of consumption is also important. Taking it on an empty stomach helps improve absorption, while taking it before bed allows your body to utilize it during the repair process while you sleep.

Beyond direct collagen supplementation, getting accompanying nutrients is equally important. Vitamin C stimulates collagen synthesis, quality protein serves as raw material for tissue building, while minerals like zinc and copper also participate in the synthesis process.

However, certain daily habits can accelerate collagen breakdown. Zhang Weici warns that consuming high-sugar foods can cause glycation reactions that damage collagen structure. Late nights and smoking affect the body's repair capacity. Extended exposure to ultraviolet rays also causes collagen degradation. Therefore, if you neglect these factors, no matter how much product you supplement, you may not see the expected results.

Yala boy with special needs found dead in scrapyard car after four-day searchLegacyA 12 year old Thai boy with special needs was found dead in a scrap car about 800 metres away, four days after he went missing from his home in Yala province. The 38 year old mother, Wanida, reported the disappearance of her son, Yuttasak, also known as Best, to Yarom Police Station on April 12 after the boy went missing from their home in Soi Sub Anan in the Betong district in the afternoon on the day. Wanida told police that Best was a child with special needs who often played in the forest near the house or went fishing at Betong Canal. She said he had never been away from home for this long before. Wanida, relatives and locals searched for the boy but found no sign of him, leading her to file a police complaint. Photo via Amarin TV Rescuers from the Muslim Betong Foundation later found Best’s body in a vehicle scrapyard behind a garage located about 800 metres from his home. The discovery was made after rescuers noticed a foul smell while searching near the garage. They searched the area and found the boy inside a blue Ford sedan registered in Malaysia. KhaoSod reported that the vehicle was left at the garage by its Malaysian owner after it broke down. Police from Yarom Police Station said there were no signs of physical assault on the boy’s body. Investigators suspect Best may have entered the vehicle to play or rest before falling asleep in the heat. Photo via Amarin TV Police believe he may have died from a lack of oxygen, but his body was sent to the hospital for an autopsy to confirm the cause of death. Officers said the case has not yet been concluded. They collected fingerprints from the vehicle and have not ruled out other possibilities, including whether someone may have lured Best to the scene and attacked him. The story Yala boy with special needs found dead in scrapyard car after four-day search as seen on Thaiger News.