PRACHINBURI — On May 2, 2026, two wild elephants in Thap Lan National Park fatally trampled a park volunteer during his patrol, according to park authorities. The attack, which occurred around 18:00 in a bamboo forest on the edge of the national reserve bordering rubber plantations in Na Di district, is believed to have been triggered when a dog startled the animals as they rested.

Yosawat Thiansawat, director of Conservation Area Administration Office 1 (Prachinburi), received notification from Thap Lan National Park chief Prawattisat Chanthep that a rapid-response elephant monitoring team had reported the fatal incident. District chief Somjai Phutthasena, police investigator Lt. Col. Alongkorn Phukhama, and rescue workers from the Sajja Phutthatham Foundation responded to the scene in Ban Khlong Din Daeng, Thung Pho subdistrict.

The victim was identified as Thirachai Ngamsan, 53, a member of the national park volunteer protection unit. His body showed severe trauma with deformed arms and legs from heavy impact. Multiple elephant footprints and the victim's belongings—including a shoulder bag, radio, hat, and two water bottles—were found scattered around the area.

Thirachai's wife, Somporn Basala, 43, reported that her husband had left home early that morning to tap rubber and failed to return by 15:00. She discovered his body around 16:00 and alerted neighbors and authorities.

Local elephant monitoring officials determined from evidence at the scene that two elephants had been present, with signs indicating they had been lying down. They believe the victim encountered the resting animals during his patrol accompanied by a dog, which barked and startled the elephants, causing them to charge and attack fatally.

Park chief Prawattisat extended condolences to the victim's family and pledged assistance according to Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation regulations. The body was sent to Na Di Hospital for autopsy before being returned to relatives for funeral rites.

Montri Rawaloychaikul, Chief Executive Officer of PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP), revealed that in the first quarter of 2025, the company generated total revenue of 78.841 billion baht (equivalent to 2.491 billion US dollars) with net profit of 11.835 billion baht (equivalent to 376 million US dollars), delivering over 7.3 billion baht in revenue to the state.

The company's average petroleum sales volume reached 553,369 barrels of crude oil equivalent per day, a 14% increase from the same period last year, driven primarily by increased petroleum production from domestic projects and new investments made during 2024, including the Thai-Malaysian Joint Development Area Block A-18, the Algeria Touat project, and the Malaysia Block SK408 project, with average product selling prices at 46.02 US dollars per barrel of crude oil equivalent.

"Through these operational results, the company has remitted state revenue totaling approximately 7.3 billion baht in the first quarter of 2025 through corporate income tax, royalties, and other benefit-sharing arrangements, up from approximately 6.8 billion baht in the previous year, contributing to national development in areas such as community development, education, and research and development," Montri stated.

The state also receives production sharing from petroleum projects G1/61 and G2/61 under production sharing contracts (PSC), providing direct revenue from petroleum production that can be utilized for further national development.

Montri noted that the unstable situation in the Middle East has caused crude oil and natural gas prices to rise in the global market. The company therefore prioritizes increasing natural gas production from the Gulf of Thailand in line with the Ministry of Energy's policy to mitigate the impact on energy consumption by citizens and various industries.

Previously, the company has maximized natural gas production capacity to approximately 2.72 billion cubic feet per day from the daily contractual quantity (DCQ) of approximately 2.5 billion cubic feet per day. The increased natural gas comes primarily from the Arthit project, the Thai-Malaysian Joint Development Area B17-01, Contract 4, and project G2/61. This natural gas serves as the primary fuel for electricity generation, contributing to the stability of Thailand's electrical system and energy security while reducing dependence on increasingly expensive imported fuel.

Natural gas produced from the Gulf of Thailand has significant potential to serve as important raw material for the petrochemical industry and related industries, including plastics, synthetic materials, synthetic fibers, packaging, fertilizers, construction materials, and various everyday products, thereby strengthening and driving the country's economic value chain.

"The conflict in the Middle East has had significant impact on the economic system, energy security, and livelihood of people in many countries worldwide. Therefore, the management of domestic energy resources with stability is extremely important," Montri emphasized.

As a result, the company has increased natural gas production from domestic sources to the highest level possible to support electricity generation for daily use, serving as part of mitigating energy impact and reinforcing the country's energy security.

A shocking incident occurred early this morning when authorities spotted a man acting suspiciously entering a Phuket hospital and heading to the 7th floor before he fell fatally. At approximately 1:00 AM on May 3, 2569, Deputy Inspector Witthawat Krainara of Phuket City Police received an emergency call reporting a man jumping from the 7th floor medical building of a major Phuket hospital.

Officers observed a young man behaving suspiciously after entering the hospital and heading to the 7th floor. Upon receiving the report, Police Captain Chatchree Chookaew, commander of Phuket City Police Station, immediately proceeded to the scene.

According to witness statements from staff who saw the incident, a 29-year-old man identified as Phon (alias) took the elevator from the first floor to the 7th floor of the medical building. He then walked to a sloped balcony area adjacent to the building and was sitting on the 7th floor ledge displaying suspicious behavior. Staff alerted security personnel to investigate.

When security went to check on him, Phon had already jumped from the building, sustaining severe injuries. Emergency responders provided immediate assistance and rushed him to the hospital for treatment.

At approximately 2:10 AM on the same day, investigators were informed that Phon had succumbed to his injuries. Police are now collecting evidence and will proceed with further investigation procedures.

A helicopter of unknown affiliation crashed behind a PTT gas station near the BTS Repair Center on Sukhumvit Road in Samut Prakan, with multiple injuries reported. Rescue and emergency personnel are rushing to assist.

At 09:10 on May 3, 2025, emergency dispatch received a report of a helicopter crashing behind a PTT gas station near the BTS Repair Center on Sukhumvit Road in Thaibuban Subdistrict, Muang District, Samut Prakan Province. Initial reports indicate multiple injuries, though exact numbers and conditions remain unconfirmed.

Rescue personnel equipped with first aid supplies and ambulances are en route to provide assistance and transport the injured to nearby hospitals.

Meanwhile, rescue teams and related agencies are cordoning off the surrounding area for safety while conducting a detailed investigation of the crash site. They are also urgently identifying the helicopter's operator and determining the cause of the crash.

Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

Praew Petchpraew, known as Ice Hormone, has shared her experience with divorce, revealing it wasn't as difficult as she initially feared. In a recent post, she disclosed that her children have adapted remarkably well and now view their mother and father as friends, saying "Actually, it's not as bad as I thought. The kids adjusted really well. Mom and dad are now friends because it's more peaceful. We still speak well of each other for the children to hear. That's already very good." Nuclear and other entertainment personalities have shown their support and agreement, with the post showing contrasting moments—some filled with tears and sadness, others showing her bright smile spending happy moments with her children. Entertainment figures have been actively liking and commenting with encouragement and praise, including Nuclear Hansa who commented "Exactly the same!!!"

This year's birthday is much quieter than ever before for Bird Fanthangmo, who mourns the loss of four beloved people over the past five years. These are truly heavy trials. He reveals that at 40 years old, he still has no assets—no house, no car, no wealth—but importantly, he has no debt either, which he considers his good fortune.

On the occasion of Bird Fanthangmo's birthday, the quiet loneliness suggests things won't get any harder than this. After experiencing the loss of four deeply loved ones over the past five years, he reflects on life at 40 years old.

Bird Fanthangmo grieves the loss of four beloved people over five years:

"This year's birthday is much quieter than any before. My mother has been gone for two birthdays now, and my boyfriend for five birthdays. My grandmother has been gone for three years, and my grandfather this year. This birthday feels very lonely, but I'm pushing through. I don't want to blow out candles or receive gifts anymore—I just want the people I love to come back, but that's impossible."

"But within the misfortune, there's still some luck. I've already lost all the heavy things, I've been through all the difficult times. These trials are truly heavy. Did they come too soon? But I think like this—it can't get any harder than this. No one can help us except ourselves."

Bird Fanthangmo admits to forcing a smile despite feeling terrible inside:

"People see me laugh and smile, but they don't know how hard I'm forcing it or how bad things really are inside."

Bird Fanthangmo reveals that at 40 years old, he has no property, house, car, or money, but no debt either:

"I'm 40 years old now. I still have no wealth—no house, no car, no money. I don't know what the future holds either. But what I know is I must never have debt. I have no debt, and that's our good fortune. This is what my mother taught me—we don't need money, but children must never have debt."

"Without debt, then take care of your health. Since childhood, I've remembered this teaching. Though I haven't taken great care of my physical health, I have always remembered and followed my mother's teaching about not having debt."

Entertainment friends send birthday wishes and encouragement:

"I'm not a good person or talented person, but I've never borrowed money from anyone or owed anyone money. I've never cheated anyone or stolen from anyone. Even though I don't have much, I've never asked anyone for free money or borrowed from anyone."

"This year, I ask that my mental and physical health improve somewhat. May good things come. I wish for all my friends, seniors, and juniors to encounter good things. May God protect us and grant us strong health and peace of mind. Let's fight through this together."

Friends from the entertainment industry such as Beam Seranyou, Ae Supchai, Bo Surattanawee, and Kai Meesuk came to celebrate his birthday and offer encouragement, along with his fans.

Source: stonerbkk