On May 12, 2025, at the Electoral Commission (EC) headquarters, former EC member Somchai Srisuthiyakorn and data science expert Dr. Thammatee Sukchotirat (known as Dr. Rian Bin), CEO of JIB Digital Consult Group, submitted a formal request for 20 documents concerning the printing of 2025 election ballots featuring barcodes and QR codes that could potentially be traced back to individual voters.

The requested documents include: EC resolutions approving the use of barcodes and QR codes on 2025 ballots; EC regulations, announcements, orders, or documents specifying the intent or purpose of these codes; procurement documents for ballot printing; technical explanations of how the codes prevent counterfeiting; and policies for protecting voters' personal data.

Somchai noted that while barcodes and QR codes were used in the 2023 elections, they could not be traced to individual ballots. However, in the 2025 election, this is the first time the codes can be traced to specific ballot numbers, effectively compromising ballot secrecy by revealing who voted for whom.

Somchai emphasized that the critical question is understanding the basis for the Electoral Commission's decision to include these codes. He expressed concern that if the codes are not mentioned in EC resolutions or procurement documents, it raises questions about what authority the Commission used to implement them. He indicated the team would release these documents gradually through social media and make them available to petitioners seeking to submit them to the Constitutional Court.

Somchai also stated that the evidence presented to the Constitutional Court by both petitioners and respondents is insufficient, as there are many more related documents. The documents requested represent only about 20 percent of what has been submitted to the Court.

Thammatee added that the submission invokes public rights under the Official Information Act to verify how voting rights data is being used and whether it is secure, particularly regarding concerns that barcodes and QR codes may be linked to voters' identities.

Superlek, ONE Championship's flyweight kickboxing champion, is preparing to face Russian boxer Abdulla Dalakaev in a Muay Thai bantamweight bout at The Inner Circle event on Friday, May 15 at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium (Ramintra). Superlek has revealed through onefc.com that he wants to defeat the Russian fighter after they challenged each other on social media, and an intense staredown moment between them has already generated significant buzz among fans, who immediately dubbed it the "stare down battle." "When the promotion offered me the fight with Abdulla, I agreed right away because I'd seen him fight against Rambo Lek, Nontchai Jitmeuang Nonthaburi, and Yodaikhiq, and after watching his fights, I felt confident I could compete," Superlek stated. "When he stared at me, I didn't even know who he was at first—I was busy taking my fighters to their corners and didn't notice him staring. I only saw it later on social media, but that moment actually made the fans want to watch this fight even more, which made me even more eager to compete." Superlek emphasized his game plan: "This fight, I'm coming back with my classic 'kicking machine' style. In several recent fights, I forgot to use my main weapon and relied too much on kicks. This time, I'm committed to showcasing my full arsenal and I have other tools ready to seal the victory." He added, "It's been a long time since I fought in Thailand, and I'm hungry for a win. I'm determined to get a knockout and I believe I can do it. I'm grateful people want to see this fight—I want to make him remember me. I'll show him this won't be as easy as he thinks."

Khao Khiao Open Zoo celebrated the 14th birthday of 'Moo Manao,' a beloved pygmy hippopotamus and star of the zoo's wildlife exhibition, alongside her partner 'Moo Toon' in a heartwarming atmosphere on May 12, 2569.

Under the supervision of the Zoological Park Organization of Thailand, zoo director Narongwit Chadchoy revealed that the special birthday surprise was organized for the female pygmy hippopotamus born on May 12, 2555. Moo Manao was transferred from Nakhon Ratchasima Zoo to fulfill her important role as a life companion to Moo Toon, the zoo's charming male hippo, enhancing the animal exhibition and bringing joy to visitors.

The celebration venue buzzed with excitement as numerous tourists gathered to offer birthday wishes and witness the couple's adorable moment up close. The zoo prepared a special fruit cake crafted from fresh vegetables and various fruits including watermelon, dragon fruit, carrots, corn, water spinach, and fresh grass, allowing Moo Manao to enjoy a delicious celebration with her beloved partner in an wonderfully warm atmosphere.

Zoo Director Narongwit Chadchoy further emphasized that proper animal care and suitable environmental conditions for all residents remain the zoo's primary objective, aligned with the Zoological Park Organization of Thailand's royal patronage policy. The successful pairing of Moo Manao and Moo Toon not only brings smiles to visitors but also promotes the zoo's star animal image (Zoo Stars), making the zoo an engaging nature learning destination for youth and tourists of all ages.

The National Intelligence Agency chief has acknowledged that Ming Cheng Sun, a 30-year-old Chinese suspect, has connections to a scammer gang at a leadership command level. The case originated when Sun was involved in a car accident in Sattahip District, Chonburi Province. Police discovered firearms in the vehicle and subsequently uncovered a hidden weapons cache at his residence, leading to the arrest of five suspected accomplices. Officers seized M4 assault rifles and large quantities of explosives. Sun was taken into custody by Chonburi police and remanded to Pattaya Provincial Court on serious charges. During custody, he displayed signs of severe stress and depression, refusing to eat and consuming only water, while requesting to smoke 2-3 cigarettes at a time. He was hospitalized after experiencing convulsions. On May 12, 2025, at Government House, National Intelligence Agency Director Thanat Suwannanont addressed reports that Sun had connections to a scammer gang at the command level, stating that while he could not elaborate extensively, such connections did appear to exist. When pressed about whether these connections extended to international scammer networks in neighboring countries, Suwannanont acknowledged there were indeed links, though they did not reach that extensive level.

At 9:30 a.m. on May 12, 2025, at Parliament, Pattarapong Suphakson, known as Lawyer Uan from Buriram, submitted a letter to Priyadh Wachrasindhu, a Pheu Thai party list MP and coordinator of the opposition coalition, to aid in drafting a petition to the Parliament Speaker requesting that the court establish a committee to investigate the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) regarding its dismissal of the complaint against Saksiyam Chidchob, former Transport Minister alleged to be concealing assets.

Pattarapong stated that the NACC's decision in Saksiyam's case contradicts the facts. Key evidence includes testimony from a former prime minister and statements about "Mr. S," whom the Constitutional Court determined was a nominee, as well as financial transaction trails used for transfers. This evidence will facilitate the opposition coalition's petition to the Parliament Speaker.

Regarding public signatures, whether the target of 20,000 names is reached or not, the opposition will submit the collected signatures with their petition this May. Priyadh stated that the new evidence provided by the public would be beneficial for the petition to the Parliament Speaker, which requests the court establish an independent investigation committee to examine NACC officials under the Constitutional court mechanism, Article 236.

Whether or not public signatures reach the target, the opposition parties will proceed regardless. Current party backing includes 119 votes from Pheu Thai, over 20 from Democratic Party, 1 from Thai Loyalty Party, 1 from Free Thai Party, and approximately 10 senators.

The petition draft is expected to be completed by the end of May, while awaiting information from the NACC including relevant documents, Saksiyam's clarifications, and the NACC's position prior to the dismissal vote from last week.

Priyadh outlined three main categories for the petition to the Parliament Speaker:

Category 1: Raising questions about all facts revealed in the Constitutional Court proceedings, including stock transfers and financial trails—why the NACC failed to consider these facts, or if it did, why it did not conclude that Saksiyam intentionally filed false asset declarations or concealed assets as the Constitutional Court ruled when it removed him from office.

Category 2: Raising questions about whether the NACC thoroughly reviewed all accusations from Pakornwut Udompipatthanasukul, a Pheu Thai list MP and former deputy party leader, and other MPs who filed complaints—whether any were overlooked.

Category 3: Raising questions about whether the NACC's process from receiving the complaint to investigation followed its rules and procedures, noting that Pakornwut, as the complainant, never received any communication from the NACC and learned of the dismissal only through public announcement, which is inappropriate.

Priyadh added that in recent days he has posed a new observation as a question for the NACC and the public to consider: Did the NACC actually investigate all relevant parties before dismissing Saksiyam's case? He suspects the NACC may not have.

The student organization at Rajabhat Lampang University mourned the death of Nawit Khueanjaijai, known as Ter, a 21-year-old fourth-year industrial electrical engineering student and former vice president of the student organization during the 2568 academic year, following a lightning strike in a cassava field. The incident occurred around 6:30 PM on May 11 in Mae Kwa Subdistrict, Sop Prap District, Lampang Province. Rescue and emergency personnel responded to a lightning strike at a cassava buying station amid heavy rain and muddy conditions, discovering two critically injured individuals: Nawit and 55-year-old Chantaree, his aunt. Both received emergency treatment before being transported to Sop Prab Hospital, but both succumbed to their injuries.

Preliminary investigation revealed that before the incident, the two victims and another woman were preparing a cassava planting area when a thunderstorm suddenly arose. They ran to seek shelter in a small shed in the field when a severe lightning bolt struck, critically injuring both Nawit and Chantaree, who later died from their injuries. The third woman miraculously survived. Police are conducting a detailed investigation and working with a medical examiner before proceeding with legal procedures.