On May 9, 2026, Influos creates a historic phenomenon for Thai and Southeast Asian football by partnering with Steve McMahanan, a world-class winger beloved by Thai fans, as a key partner in organizing the "Living Legends Football Festival 2026," a spectacular Sportainment-style football festival. The UOB LIVE venue will host five world-renowned football legends led by Steven Gerrard, Claude Makélélé, Michel Salgado, Quinton Fortune, and Steve McMahanan, who will travel directly to Thailand to meet fans closely and participate in exclusive activities over two full days from May 9-10, 2026. This gathering of global football icons reflects the greatness of the event and reinforces Thailand's potential as a true regional Sportainment hub.

Tharanin Kiatchai, Managing Director of Influos Co., Ltd. and organizer of Living Legends in Thailand, stated: "Throughout this period, Influos has continuously created experiences for Thai football fans by bringing legendary footballers to visit Thailand, which has received warm responses and grown each time. This year marks a significant level-up with five world-class football legends coming to create comprehensive close-up experiences for fans through various activities including Meet & Greet, experiential activities, and offering new perspectives through athletes' lifestyles by taking them on tours of important Bangkok landmarks while experiencing Thai cuisine to convey Thai identity to football fans worldwide. Beyond creating impressions, this is another important mechanism to boost tourism economy through the power of international-level football fan bases, with football legends serving as the bridge connecting experiences.

We view this not just as a football event, but as a Sportainment platform connecting sports, entertainment, and lifestyle together under the concept of 'COLOURS OF LIFE' that reflects the stories, identities, and inspirations of each athlete's era. Their return not only awakens memories of the past but also inspires football fans of every generation."

The "Living Legends Football Festival 2026" event spans two full days from May 9-10, 2026. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, besides an official press conference, there will be a special football activity called "5-a-side Football Match" featuring a clash between world-legend teams against Thailand's famous celebrities led by Poong Nawat, Kong Huy Rai, Buakao Banchamaek, Tack Pranyoo, and Gig Danai. On Sunday, May 10, 2026, another major highlight is the exclusive dinner "An Evening with Legends" at Kimpton Malecon Bangkok, offering football fans the opportunity to join dinner and enjoy a friendly atmosphere close to all five Legends.

Another victim has emerged accusing a famous occultist teacher of taking him into a private room where the teacher made obscene comments and exhibited disturbing behavior that has caused psychological trauma. Following previous allegations against the teacher who allegedly used spiritual rituals as a pretext for sexual harassment and assault, a new victim filed a formal complaint. At 10:00 AM on May 9, 2025, an 18-year-old victim and his family submitted a complaint with the Thai Anti-Corruption agency.

The victim recounted that the incident occurred in February 2024 while traveling with his parents in Northern Thailand. After seeing the teacher's viral social media presence, his mother visited for a back massage consultation. During the visit, the teacher briefly spoke with the mother before focusing his attention on the son, eventually leading him into a private room. The teacher allegedly whispered inappropriate sexual remarks and later made obscene comments and physical demonstrations, including graphic descriptions involving animals. The victim stated he was terrified throughout the ordeal, which lasted several hours. The teacher confiscated the victim's phone, preventing him from contacting anyone or documenting evidence. The teacher allegedly instructed the victim to send explicit photographs as part of a purported spiritual remedy, claiming the victim had a serious karmic debt requiring immediate resolution. The victim did not comply with these demands.

The victim's 48-year-old mother confirmed that after returning home, her son gradually revealed what had transpired. She expressed guilt for bringing her son to the teacher and stated she has completely lost faith in the instructor. When asked if she had filed a police report, the mother indicated she had not yet done so.

A disgruntled consumer has posted about the ongoing problems with his 5 million baht electric vehicle, which has been plagued with issues since purchase four months ago. Electric vehicles have become a popular choice for those seeking energy efficiency and lower operating costs, available at various price points from affordable to premium. However, regardless of price, no one expects to encounter persistent problems.

One consumer recently shared his experience with a 5 million baht electric car, cautioning that "expensive doesn't always mean good!" He reports the vehicle has spent more time in the service center than on the road, plagued by numerous errors. The most frustrating issue is the lack of spare parts—even Germany doesn't have stock parts available. While the service center attempted to provide feedback, Mercedes-Benz Thailand remained silent, and the consumer complaint hotline 1250 acknowledged his complaint but nothing came of it. He concludes the 5 million baht vehicle is no different from a Chinese car.

Problems encountered in 4 months: 1. Steering wheel rack failure 2. Sensor errors triggering the emergency braking system—Mercedes-Benz Thailand suspects it may be related to the car wrap applied after purchase. The sensor proves extremely sensitive!

Additionally, there were loud rattling noises at the door panels that required repairs. The consumer shares this account to provide another perspective for those considering purchasing a new vehicle.

Following Naphatthorn's public announcement of their breakup, Mae Moo Phimpaka and he have been living separately with no contact for over two years. The online community became divided, with some defending her while others criticized her. Many of Mae Moo's close friends posted in her support.

Kung, one of Mae Moo's closest friends, posted on her personal social media account Thasanut Love Imm, sharing: "I've known Mae Moo for a long time. Back when we were younger and started a small TV production company with a tight budget, we wanted to attract famous personalities to work as hosts. We offered them the lure of provincial trips and location shoots. Mae Moo Phimpaka agreed, but with one condition: 'Please let me bring my child on every trip, Kung.' We made entertaining content together, learned from each other. Mae Moo was incredibly dedicated to her work, sometimes getting frustrated when things didn't go as planned. Our small team handled everything—shooting, editing, coordinating.

At that time, I didn't have children yet and didn't understand how difficult it is to raise a young child, to teach them to sit still and comprehend things beyond their years. When Mae Moo's child and she had conflicts, Mae Moo would spend considerable time explaining things and building understanding. Even when the child acted out, Mae Moo's methods would calm him down every time. I was deeply impressed.

After coming home exhausted from work, with only Mae Moo, Tian, the nanny, and her son at home, plus her energetic dog Chance, she still managed everything so well. I once saw her son at his angriest—a chubby, curly-haired child sitting in a van, twisting a coat hanger with tense arms and a furious expression. That was the only time I saw him truly angry.

After years of working together, Mae Moo began expanding her son's education, transferring him to international schools despite higher costs. Mae Moo said she wanted him to have a good social circle and friends she never had. 'I'll support his education as much as I can, Kung.'

We lost touch after I left the editing business and started a new life with my restaurant. We mostly consulted each other about parenting and school choices. When I had problems with my child, Mae Moo would explain and teach with wisdom. During that time, Mae Moo and her son were booming in popularity.

I was proud to have once known that handsome young man who was once the chubby child on our small film set. Time passed, we lived our own lives, staying loosely connected.

Now, amid the storm of suffering they've both endured, the only way I can repay Mae Moo's love and good intentions—as a sister I respect and love, and as 'a mother'—is to find opportunities to take her out to eat, to pray at temples. I know Mae Moo is suffering greatly. I don't want to get too involved in the entertainment circle because Mae Moo has grown to have everything. I believe I should watch from a distance and care from afar—that's enough. Not too close.

The problem that emerged, I see it as the deepest suffering of a woman who is a mother. Love brings suffering, but it's not the suffering of a husband-wife relationship. It's the suffering of 'a child.'"

Commandos arrested a 23-year-old man for luring and assaulting a 14-year-old girl after initially contacting her via Facebook. When the girl's parents discovered what had happened, they were shocked and immediately reported the matter to police.

On May 9, 2025, Deputy Superintendent Buunluea Phadungthin, along with officers Aphichon Khankha and Paibuul Pimpkamneut, arrested Pornpetch (surname withheld), 23 years old, pursuant to a warrant from Chiang Rai Juvenile and Family Court dated October 20, 2020. He was charged with "child abduction for indecent purposes and child abuse." The arrest took place at Bangkok's Abhisek Railway Station in Chatuchak District.

Investigations revealed that in May 2562 [2019], the suspect contacted a 14-year-old girl (referred to as "A") through Facebook. After becoming close through conversations, he planned to lure her to visit his home in Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai. The naive girl believed him and left her home in Doi Luang District without informing her parents. Once they met, the suspect took her out in Mae Sai District.

During the encounter, the suspect sexually assaulted the girl at his residence. Later that same month, he convinced her to visit again and assaulted her a second time, instructing her to keep it secret and not tell her parents.

When the girl's mother eventually learned of what had happened, she was devastated and immediately took her daughter to file a police report. Officers received information that Pornpetch was fleeing to Rayong Province and tracked him down for arrest.

During interrogation, the suspect confessed that in 2562 [2019], he was helping his mother sell fried chicken in Chiang Rai when he contacted the girl through Facebook. Just one month into their online conversation, he arranged to meet her, leading to the assault.

Afterward, the girl brought her parents to confront him, but no agreement was reached. The suspect then fled the area before being apprehended.

He was transferred to Chiang Rai Juvenile and Family Court for legal proceedings.

Following Nai Napat's recent disclosure that he and his mother Moo Pimpasupa have not been in contact for nearly four years since a previous major announcement—essentially cutting off communication—and his request to move forward with his own life amid widespread criticism, Hana Tasnavalee, a close friend of Moo's, has posted on Instagram to share another perspective on Moo that many people are unaware of.

According to Hana's post, over the past nearly four years, Moo has faced severe hardship—not just two years as reported—enduring intense social pressure and an overwhelming barrage of comments that have caused her to develop depression and panic disorder. She has been taking medication continuously and has been hospitalized multiple times. Hana pleads with social media users to stop judging and attacking, emphasizing that both parties are suffering equally. She hopes that someday mother and child can rebuild their understanding and be reunited as a happy family.

In her lengthy Instagram message, Hana wrote: "Before inviting Moo on a trip abroad, it took nearly six years of effort, and then came shocking news. As a mother, her heart nearly broke. As Moo's friend who has known her since [early years], Moo has done her best role as a 'mother' to the best of her ability.

This suffering has lasted nearly four years now, not just two as reported. Moo decided to buy a new house in Khao Yai for a new, solitary life to give space for her child to grow. Every time there's news about her child, Moo becomes entangled in it, severely damaging her mental state. She became isolated from outside contact.

She developed 'depression' and 'panic disorder' and has been taking medication for two years now. The impact of various comments on social media where people cursed her as a mother, understanding only one side of the story, became unbearable. She couldn't breathe, to the point of being hospitalized multiple times.

I'm not asking you to understand or love Moo, but... if you love Nai Napat, surely he wouldn't be happy knowing someone is cursing his mother with such glee. You're just enjoying writing cruel comments for satisfaction. After you finish cursing, you sleep peacefully, but the person being attacked, being ganged up on—how much pain must they endure? No one is ever without fault in life, so please stop attacking them anymore. He's hurting, but his mother is hurting even more. Let them live the lives they want to live.

It's been nearly four years since mother and child have truly spoken to each other. There are many hidden things that no one knows about. And Moo, as a mother, has never spoken out about any of it. Yet society has already judged her. Please stop speculating. Please stop judging one-sidedly. Give each person the space to live the life they want. From someone who is a friend and an older sister, giving encouragement to both, and hoping that they can rebuild their understanding and become a happy family again."