A young man was heartbroken when his pet carp, which he had raised for years, died suddenly. Unable to let go emotionally, his friend suggested cooking it instead. On May 8, Chinese social media erupted over an incident from Dengzhou, Shandong Province, after a man cooked his friend's recently deceased pet carp, which went viral and sparked widespread discussion.

Reports indicate the carp had been raised for over 2-3 years before dying from oxygen deprivation, weighing more than 20 kilograms. The owner was deeply grieved and regretful. He had originally intended to dispose of the fish, but his friend suggested: "Why throw it away? What a waste. Let's make soup instead."

After that, the friend prepared the carp by making fish soup from the meat and thoroughly stir-frying the roe. Meanwhile, the actual owner couldn't bring himself to eat a single bite—he just stood watching his friends and sadly said, "I've raised it this long. I just can't bring myself to eat it myself."

The friend who cooked the carp revealed that the taste was "delicious and very rich," with firm meat and plenty of fat. The roe yielded an entire wok when stir-fried. Those who ate it said the taste was much better than expected.

Once the story spread online, netizens flooded social media with comments. Many argued this couldn't be done because carp are emotional pets with psychological bonds to their owners. Others countered that since the fish had died, it should be used to full value rather than wasted.

However, after the incident gained widespread attention, experts and many netizens warned about food safety. Since ornamental carp are not bred for consumption but for display, medications, special feeds, or chemicals may have been used during their care and could remain in the fish, making them potentially unsafe to eat.

Many also pointed out that the real issue wasn't whether it was edible, but the pet owner's feelings. For some people, pets are like family members, and losing one is emotionally devastating and deserves understanding and respect.

On May 13, 2025, Col. Sirichai Srichaipanya, commander of Muang Nakhon Ratchasima Police Station, ordered traffic police to conduct a crackdown on street racing and related traffic violations in the Korat city area. Meanwhile, Sgt. Maj. Viccha Thaenprayut and his team set up a traffic enforcement checkpoint near Phra Hua Talay Market on Highway 224 (Nakhon Ratchasima-Chok Chai Road), an exit route from the city center. They spotted 41-year-old Sakrin riding a blue and black Honda Wave motorcycle with his 24-year-old girlfriend Suthida sitting behind him. Both appeared suspicious, so officers signaled them to stop for inspection. Police discovered 119 methamphetamine pills hidden in a shoulder bag. When questioned, both suspects confessed to using crystal meth until they felt extremely wired and unable to sleep, which is why they decided to go for a ride. Both tested positive for amphetamines in urine samples. Authorities charged them with illegal possession of Category 1 drugs (methamphetamine) and illegal use of Category 1 controlled substances. They were taken into custody for further investigation and prosecution.

At 1:50 p.m. on May 13, 2569 (2026), the Lamphun Radio Center 191 received a report from highway police about a man shot in the leg at Soi 9, Ban Mon Hin Kaew, Moo 4, Wang Prao Subdistrict, Koh Ka District, Lamphun Province. Emergency responders, including investigators from Koh Ka Police Station and rescue teams, were dispatched to the scene.

At the location, a 45-year-old named Anuwat from Saromserm District, Lamphun, was found lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to his right leg. Police placed him in handcuffs while rescue personnel provided first aid before transporting him to Koh Ka Hospital.

Initial investigation revealed that highway police had set up a checkpoint on Phaholyothin Road entering Lamphun when they spotted a white Toyota Altis with Bangkok license plates. When officers signaled the vehicle to stop for inspection, they found Anuwat was the driver with a 20-year-old male and 18-year-old female passenger.

During questioning, Anuwat became agitated and suddenly bolted into Soi 9, attempting to hide inside a nearby resident's home. Police pursued him, and during the ensuing struggle, Anuwat attempted to wrestle the officer's gun away. The weapon discharged, striking Anuwat's own leg.

The male and female passengers claimed to be distant relatives of Anuwat and were heading to retrieve a vehicle in Baan Euam Subdistrict, Mueang Lamphun District. Anuwat had volunteered to drive them in his sister's car after they had consumed some alcohol. A thorough search of the vehicle yielded no illegal items. However, background checks showed Anuwat had multiple outstanding arrest warrants, which likely motivated his attempt to flee the checkpoint. Authorities plan to conduct a comprehensive investigation of all involved parties and pursue appropriate legal action.

World number two Atthaya Thitikul will compete in the Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G in Ohio this week, vying for a total prize pool of 2 million US dollars or approximately 64.6 million baht. The LPGA tournament takes place at Maketewah Country Club in the Cincinnati area, Ohio, from May 14-17, 2025, with Englishwoman Charley Hull as the defending champion.

Ten Thai female golfers are competing this week: Atthaya Thitikul, Patty Tavatanakit, Ariya Jutanugarn, Patjaree Anannarukarn, Chanettee Wannasaen, Apinya Yubol, Jasmine Suwannapura, Moriya Jutanugarn, Pajaree Anannarukarn, and Suvichaya Vinijchaidharm.

Thitikul, a nine-time LPGA champion, is making her fourth appearance and comes in hot form after winning the Mizuho Americas Open last week. She has finished in the top 10 three times previously, including a runner-up finish in both 2024 and 2025.

Patty Tavatanakit, a two-time LPGA champion including a major title, is making her third appearance. She has performed well this season with two top-10 finishes, including a fifth-place tie at the LA Championship and a runner-up finish at the Chevron Championship.

Ariya Jutanugarn, a 12-time LPGA champion with two major titles, is making her third appearance with previous top-10 finishes in 2022 and 2023. She has one top-10 finish this season.

Parjaree Anannarukarn, a two-time LPGA champion, is making her fourth appearance after finishing 14th in 2024. She has multiple top-25 finishes this season but has missed cuts in recent tournaments.

Chanettee Wannasaen, a two-time LPGA champion, is making her third appearance and has performed consistently this season with multiple top-20 finishes.

By royal decree published in the Royal Gazette on May 12, 2569, the government announced police officer appointments and the conferral of major general ranks. A total of 249 police officers were appointed to positions and 100 were granted major general ranks effective October 1, 2568.

This action followed a ruling by the Police Moral Conduct Protection Committee dated August 15, 2568 on a complaint filed by Pol. Lt. Col. Saiyavarin Labhphaiboonpong against the Police Personnel Committee and Police Commissioner, alleging unfair treatment in the 2567 appointment process. The committee determined that both parties should consider promoting the complainant to a higher position at the Police Hospital in the 2568 appointment round.

The Royal Thai Police subsequently carried out the committee's directive. The Prime Minister's Office then submitted to His Majesty a request to appoint Pol. Lt. Col. Saiyavarin Labhphaiboonpong from Nurse (Level 5) at the Police Hospital to Nurse (Level 6) at the Police Hospital and to confer upon her the rank of Major General, Pol. effective October 1, 2568.

His Majesty has graciously approved the appointment and the conferral of major general rank as recommended.

BANGKOK — 13 May 2026, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) said it is continuing efforts to manage debt obligations and oversee operations at the Chatuchak Weekend Market, with outstanding payments owed to the State Railway of Thailand totalling 1.338 billion baht in unpaid land rental fees.

According to a source at Bangkok City Hall, the amount includes 672 million baht under a court ruling, consisting of 605.7 million baht in principal rent covering a period of three years, six months and 27 days, along with 66.4 million baht in interest calculated up to the filing date of 27 June 2022.

The BMA also faces additional interest charges of 5 percent on the principal amount, totalling 101.3 million baht, calculated from 27 June 2022 to 31 October 2025, as well as monthly compensation payments of 14.1 million baht from 1 July 2022 to 31 October 2025, amounting to another 564.7 million baht over three years and four months.

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said the administration maintains the principle that debts must be repaid once fair and accurate figures are agreed upon. He said the BMA has sufficient budget reserves, but the case remains under appeal as officials seek clarification on the final amount and request relief from interest accrued during the COVID-19 crisis.

Chadchart also said the BMA plans to return management of the market to the State Railway of Thailand, citing the administration's lack of expertise in market operations. He added that the railway agency or the government could further develop the site into a "soft power gateway" to strengthen tourism in the future.

Earlier this year, BMA executives inspected the market to accelerate collection of overdue payments from vendors and improve the market's financial management system ahead of a legal resolution and any future handover or new operating agreement.