Chinese superstar Zhao Lusi, affectionately known as "Rosy" by her fans and a top-tier Asian actress, has always received warm welcomes during her visits to Thailand. Her latest fashion moment went viral across both Thai and international media when she carried the FUNDAO bag, a Thai luxury brand, in photos with her beloved dachshund toy mascot, showcasing Thai fashion's soft power and elevating Thai designers to the global stage.

In this look, Lusi opted for a sweet girl aesthetic with a lace camisole, carrying the "AVA mini" bag in ivory from Thai brand FUNDAO, designed by Yin Fandao Baeskul. The design is minimalist yet distinctive, elegant yet expensive-looking in the quiet luxury style, featuring butterfly-wing silhouette details achieved through meticulous handcrafted work. Her adorable dachshund toy mascot "ROSYDOEDIAN TOYS" completed the frame, adding to the cuteness that made this look go viral.

Fans immediately focused on finding the bag's location, quickly elevating it to must-have "it bag" status following Lusi's endorsement. FUNDAO had already begun gaining recognition among international fashion circles, with stylish women worldwide adopting the brand. The fact that an international-level actress like Zhao Lusi chose this Thai brand represents a crucial moment for Thai soft power—creating waves not only among fan communities but throughout the fashion industry both domestically and internationally, marking another significant step in gaining global recognition for Thai brands.

In another tragic loss for the Thai comedy world, renowned comedian Sangkh Doksamao has passed away. His son announced the sorrowful news through the comedian's official Facebook page, explaining the difficult decision made regarding his father's care. In his post, the son wrote: "A miracle did not happen for my father. Since surgery carried the risk of death and even if successful would cause him great suffering, I decided to discontinue surgical treatment and heart pump support. This way, my father could spend his remaining time with everyone until his final breath. He will not suffer, he will not struggle—he will simply rest and peacefully drift away. I apologize to everyone for having to share this explanation. This decision breaks my heart as well, but I hope everyone can understand my choice." Sangkh underwent lung tumor surgery on April 30, 2025. Following the procedure, he experienced severe breathing difficulties requiring constant medication before his condition deteriorated rapidly, necessitating emergency hospitalization.

The Po Teck Tung Foundation, under the leadership of Chairman Wichian Techapaibuul and the foundation's board of directors, cordially invites all members of the public to pay respects during the royal visit on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM for the opening of the White Jade Tai Hong Shrine celebrating the 72nd anniversary on Charoen Rat Road, Sathorn District, Bangkok. This sacred site houses one of Thailand's largest white jade Buddha statues and stands as a symbol of faith and cultural-architectural heritage. Public screening will begin at 2:00 PM at Kosalanpatravitaya School on Charoen Krung Soi 57, where attendees will be directed to waiting areas before entering the commemoration garden. Those unable to attend in person can watch the live broadcast on Facebook at facebook.com/TaiHongGongShrine and facebook.com/atpohtecktung. Attendees must present valid national ID cards or passports, dress respectfully, and strictly follow all safety and public health measures. For more information and updates, visit linktr.ee/pohtecktung or linktr.ee/TaihonggongshrineTH.

On May 14, 2025, Chaivatana Sathavornvijit, a Thai People's Party candidate for Bangkok governor, returned to Talat Phlu market—his childhood neighborhood—to meet with vendors and community members. He revealed that his campaign includes daily field visits with a team of MPs. Today's stop in Thonburi district was particularly meaningful as the birthplace of his childhood. Chaivatana stated his intention to develop Talat Phlu into a vibrant tourist destination where residents and visitors can shop and dine, aligning with Bangkok's easy-commerce agenda.

He proposed creating community-driven stories to establish the area's unique character and improve pedestrian accessibility, including covered walkways connecting key transit points and the railway area. Such improvements would encourage tourists from nearby attractions to visit the market.

Regarding the contested 40-baht BTS fare policy, Chaivatana clarified that the fare should be distance-based, ranging from 8-45 baht—a proposal his council has been developing since the previous session. He explained the structure would include combined fares for multi-leg journeys (bus-to-BTS) rather than single tickets, allowing passengers to pay one fare from origin to destination regardless of transfers. He emphasized these figures were based on realistic data and sound principles, with tax subsidies supplementing but not fully covering costs, allowing remaining tax revenue for other welfare programs.

On his no-billboard campaign pledge, Chaivatana expressed his commitment to reducing campaign billboards starting with this Bangkok election. He argued that billboards obstruct pedestrian pathways and pose accident risks. Instead, his campaign would utilize multiple communication channels including brochures, social media, vinyl and canvas materials at markets, and centralized digital billboards. He noted that Bangkok's governor position has a single ballot number, and voters familiar with the Thai People's Party can identify him through alternative channels and media.

Great Warinthorn: Hormones Out of Balance from Not Resting Properly, Lives Daily Fighting Internal Voices. In the "How are you feeling" interview, Great Warinthorn reveals another side of himself—a man who appears perfect and strong outwardly but constantly struggles with inner voices, fears, expectations, losing his beloved cat, a productivity addiction, and living without rest until he forgot to listen to his own emotions.

What happened with the cat? Great Warinthorn: When I first took him in, I didn't plan to own a cat at all. He had four legs initially. But one day, he dragged himself to my home with an injured leg. I decided to bring him inside and took him to a vet the next day. This happened during COVID, so I felt bonded to him. It was my first cat. Though I never thought I'd like cats, I ended up taking him to the vet and getting acupuncture treatments. The vet said his nerves were damaged. If left alone, he'd chew his own leg continuously, get infected, and die quickly. The solution was to amputate his leg. Cats adapt quickly, and he can live a full life, but we'd have to care for him since he couldn't hunt naturally. So I chose this solution. He became my first cat.

You love living alone—how did having another life in your home change things? Great Warinthorn: Honestly, I didn't think much about it initially. I just knew his quality of life depended on us. If we amputated his leg, we had to care for him. At that crossroads, letting him go meant he'd die quickly, but if we didn't care for him after amputation, that wouldn't be right. So I didn't overthink it—I just decided to take care of him.

How did he change your life? Great Warinthorn: I feel like I discovered the third and fourth voices within myself. I found a tenderness I never knew I needed. Interacting with a pet made me realize something—it's made me feel tired but also want to care for him the best I can. It happened naturally. Living alone, I'm introspective and self-aware. I remember when he first came, he meowed a lot. It was cute. In the early days, as his leg healed and he hopped around, I eventually realized he was adorable and talkative, very good at being affectionate. Before neutering, he'd vocalize constantly—every breath. Sometimes I couldn't concentrate on reading. If I didn't hold him, he wouldn't stop meowing. But after neutering, it's like his voice box was removed. I remember looking at his face and thinking, "Where would I find such a cute cat again?" That was my most tormented period—probably when I learned he was sick and in pain.

Your heart sinks instantly when the vet says something's wrong—does it turn your world upside down? Great Warinthorn: Yes. The most disturbing thing is seeing him suffer. These days, I do something: I wake up and meditate for 10 minutes every morning. I've been doing this for a month, and on good days, I'm okay. The moment I sensed something was wrong, that day everyone stayed home. I hadn't told my mother yet—I just told her, "Mom, I'm going to check on the cat first. He's not feeling well." But that morning, I hadn't spoken to anyone. I felt the house was chaotic. I sat alone meditating.

At 9:39 a.m. on May 14, 2026, security cameras at Bang Buathong Police Station recorded a white Toyota Altis driven by Ms. A (alias), a 44-year-old ex-wife, leading a silver-bronze Toyota Altis driven by Vinai (surname withheld), age 42, the suspect, into the guesthouse compound. Ms. A exited her vehicle to coordinate with police after informing them she would bring her husband to surrender in connection with the assault and death of Ms. Joy (surname withheld), his new wife. The suspect's vehicle then reversed and parked in front of the guesthouse, where officers observed the body of Ms. Joy slumped in the front left passenger seat, already deceased. As soon as the vehicle stopped, Deputy Superintendent Chanatip Phanthong of Bang Buathong Police Station approached to inspect the vehicle. Vinai then exited wearing a white shirt with a tense expression, and was immediately taken into custody. Evidence was documented and recorded before he was taken for initial questioning, with Ms. Nok present as a witness.

Later, reporters received details from Bang Buathong Police Station investigators regarding the timeline leading up to the incident. At 8:00 p.m. on May 13, 2026, Ms. A came to the station to file a report. She stated that around 11:00 a.m. that same day, her husband video called her and showed her Ms. Joy's condition, which displayed facial bruising and severe body contusions consistent with violent assault. During their conversation, Vinai admitted to Ms. A that he was the one who assaulted Ms. Joy, but did not provide his location. He then lost contact with her around 3:00 p.m. Ms. A believed Ms. Joy may have died and decided to go file a report as a precautionary record. By the morning of May 14, 2026, the suspect contacted her again before driving the body to surrender at Bang Buathong Police Station.