A disturbing case has surfaced involving a sixth-grade student from Nakhon Thani who lured two same-age classmates to a man for sexual assault, paid them 200 baht for taxi fare home, and threatened them into silence. The perpetrators remain free while the mother expresses frustration over the lack of progress in the investigation.

On May 6, 2025, at a press briefing organized by the Sai Mai Must Survive Facebook page, families of two 12-year-old victims—identified as Girl A and Girl B—filed a complaint with Akkhapop Luangprasert and his team after learning that their daughters were lured by a same-grade peer to meet a 30-year-old man who sexually assaulted them in exchange for 200 baht.

According to the victims' account, on April 26, a friend named Tey called to invite them to a friend's house around noon. A 20-year-old motorcycle driver picked them up and they went to Soom Gai Chon. Around 5 p.m., the perpetrators arrived, and instead of being taken home, they were driven to a short-time hotel in the Shinkhset area on Ngamvongvan Road. A room was rented with six people inside: three male perpetrators, Girls A and B, and Tey, who orchestrated the scheme. Two men named Joe and Pha committed the assault while taking turns, while Tey sat on her phone claiming to have her period. After the assault, Joe paid 200 baht for their taxi fare home with a strict warning not to tell anyone, leaving the victims terrified before they eventually disclosed the incident to their parents.

Girl A's mother stated that her daughter asked to play at a friend's house around noon and was picked up by two friends. When she couldn't reach her daughter by 5 p.m., she questioned the friends and searched for her before calling police. Officers who recognized one of the perpetrators made calls, and within an hour, the girl returned home by taxi. The mother expressed concern that police have not yet questioned the perpetrators, and she wants the Sai Mai Must Survive page to follow up on the case. The perpetrators have since contacted seeking forgiveness and attempting to settle the matter, though they failed to show up for a scheduled meeting.

Akkhapop stated he would coordinate with Thung Song Hom Police Station to expedite the investigation, noting that the two victims can serve as witnesses and that arrest warrants don't require waiting for medical examination results. He expressed concern that the perpetrators are still free, suggesting possible police negligence. The mother remains anxious, wanting the case prioritized. Police are expected to issue arrest warrants today and gather evidence to prosecute all involved parties.

Kasetsart University is actively promoting future skills development and practical application of artificial intelligence technology in its educational system. The university has recently joined as a partner in the nationwide 'True x Google Presents: AI for All Thailand, A First-of-its-Kind Initiative to Build AI-Ready Citizens' program—a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, True Corporation, and Google to increase Thai youth access to AI knowledge and strengthen the nation's human capital for the digital economy.

Dr. Damrong Sriphraram, Acting President of Kasetsart University, along with Associate Professor Ratchad Chompunich, Vice President for Student Affairs and Sustainable Development, and other university executives, students, and staff signed the partnership memorandum on May 5, 2025 at the True Tower Auditorium in Bangkok. This participation reflects the university's vision of developing an education system responsive to the digital age, integrating digital technology, artificial intelligence, and innovation into teaching, research, and student development to create high-quality graduates capable of competing in an innovation-based economy.

Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Professor Dr. Yotchachai Wongsawasdee delivered a keynote address on the country's AI-driven development direction, emphasizing the importance of universal access to AI knowledge and promoting collaboration between government, private sector, and educational institutions.

The 'AI for All Thailand' program's core component is the development of an 'AI for Future Workforce' curriculum—a 45-hour AI course that offers legitimate university credit and integrates into higher education systems. The program also includes foundational AI learning through Gemini Academy in both online and offline formats, as well as AI competitions at university and national levels to provide students with practical experience and foster innovation.

As a leading higher education institution, Kasetsart University is committed to integrating AI knowledge across all academic units and campuses from the 2025 academic year onward, providing students and staff access to world-class knowledge, technology, and learning experiences to prepare them as key drivers of Thailand's sustainable digital future.

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The Department of Tourism under the Ministry of Tourism and Sports has officially launched the CBT EXPO THAILAND event as part of the 2026 Sustainable Community-Based Tourism Initiative (CBT Green World Challenge 2026). The expo will be held at the Rajprasangsabdhi Building B, Chulalongkorn 80th Birthday Commemoration Government Center in Bangkok from May 6-8, 2026, with Patpong Pongsukul, Inspector-General of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, presiding over the opening ceremony.

The event operates under the concept "THAI (crea) TIVE: Creativity Rooted in Thai Identity," demonstrating how Thai innovation not only intelligently addresses environmental challenges but also genuinely enhances the value of products and services in community tourism destinations. This aligns with the Global Sustainable Tourism Criteria (GSTC) standards that the Department of Tourism uses to upgrade tourism communities nationwide.

Patpong Pongsukul stated that this event is a key mechanism for advancing Thai community tourism toward international standards, giving communities opportunities to showcase their unique identities, local wisdom, and products to a wide audience. The initiative aims to raise awareness among communities, entrepreneurs, and tourists about the importance of sustainable and environmentally responsible tourism.

The three-day expo will feature more than 40 community tourism booths from across all regions, showcasing local products, food, and handicrafts. Activities include performances of regional arts and culture, expert seminars with community tourism representatives, business matching sessions connecting communities with government and private sector partners, community workshops, and daily lucky draw prizes for domestic flight tickets.

A highlight of the expo is "The Infinity Coaster for Local Benefit," coasters created through upcycling of non-degradable plastic waste, redesigned with unique patterns from all four regions by renowned artist DecideKit. This initiative tangibly reflects the event's commitment to sustainability through Thai creative thinking. Registered participants will receive 250 special commemorative coaster sets daily.

The CBT EXPO THAILAND 2026 runs from May 6-8, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM at Rajprasangsabdhi Building B. For more information, contact the Department of Tourism at 0-2141-3249 or visit their Facebook page: Department of Tourism.

The Thai Newspaper Association under Royal Patronage has awarded the 2025 'Newspaper Person of Honor' to three distinguished journalists: Ravi Lohthong, Chai Ratchavat (Somchai Katanyutnant), and Phusadee Keetavaranart, recognizing their significant contributions to journalism and their exemplary service to the media profession.

President Nakhon Veerapreewat announced on May 6, 2025 that this marks the third year the association has presented the honor. The award ceremony will be held on May 10, 2025 from 1:30 to 4:00 PM at the Muang Thai Life Insurance Auditorium on Ratchadamri Road in Bangkok, with former Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai as the awards presenter and keynote speaker.

The three recipients are:

1. Ravi Lohthong, known as the 'Prophet of Thai Sports Media,' founder of Siam Sports Syndicate Company Limited, and one of the most influential figures in Thai football and media circles.

2. Chai Ratchavat (Somchai Katanyutnant), one of the most influential political cartoonists in Thai media history, famous for his iconic cartoon 'The Elder and the Dogs in the Rice Field,' which has served as both entertainment and a mirror reflecting Thai society and politics for over four decades.

3. Phusadee Keetavaranart, a pioneering female editor of a Chinese-language newspaper in Thailand and a dedicated senior journalist with over half a century of service, credited with establishing connections between Thai and Chinese media.

The association also presented honors to three organizations contributing to journalism, education, society, and the nation:

1. Bodhi Kaya Witchyalai Institute 980, which promotes Buddhism across multiple dimensions and initiated the historic 'Mahanadi to Ganges' project, bringing Buddha relics from India to Thailand for the first time.

2. The Samanera Planting Wisdom Project, founded by Suphachai Chearvanon, a 12-year reality television program teaching dharma to youth aged 7-12, broadcast live worldwide to educate young people and adults about Buddhist principles and ethical living.

3. Heart-to-Heart Thai People Don't Abandon Each Other Group, a volunteer organization founded by artist 'Phandee-Phundeun Jarriyathanakorn,' focusing on volunteer work supporting society during crises, disasters, and impoverished communities.

Thailand's top military commander on Tuesday awarded "Bang Rachan" medals to four soldiers injured while carrying out missions along the Thai-Cambodian border, honouring what the military described as acts of bravery and sacrifice in defence of national sovereignty.

The ceremony took place at the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters in Bangkok, where Gen. Ukrit Boontanon, The Chief of Defence Forces, presented the medals and certificates to the injured personnel.

According to the Defence Ministry, the Bang Rachan Medal is awarded to military personnel who are killed or seriously injured while performing duties related to national security, sovereignty protection and maintaining public order.

The medal takes its name from the historic Bang Rachan villagers, who are remembered in Thai history for resisting invading forces during the Ayutthaya period. The military said the award symbolises courage, sacrifice and loyalty to the nation.

The round medal features the emblems of Thailand's three armed services on the front alongside the word "Bang Rachan", while the reverse bears the inscription: "Honouring those who perform duties for the nation."

Military officials said the award represents one of the Defence Ministry's highest honours for personnel wounded in the line of duty.