Two members of Thailand's women's water polo team preparing for the Asian Games—Am Pantila Asayuttha and Phrawa Raksina Rueangtharp—have been performing excellently for Hapoel Yoqneam, a leading Israeli water polo club, helping the team capture the Israeli Cup championship.

Thai national team head coach Maksim Kordovsky, who has been monitoring the two athletes' development, revealed that this is not the Yoqneam club's first championship. The club is a top-tier European team with strong infrastructure, excellent traditions, and professional working practices. He expressed genuine pride in the athletes' commitment and discipline, noting how they have performed well in their positions and contributed to this success.

For Thai water polo, this represents a historic achievement—the first time Thai athletes have won a national-level championship abroad at such a high level. This is not merely a personal achievement for the athletes but a source of pride for Thailand's entire aquatic sports federation.

Kordovsky also noted that while it is difficult for him to assess the athletes' development from a distance, he is fully confident in Yoqneam's professional approach, having worked closely with the club's coaching staff and management. He believes the athletes are gaining invaluable experience that cannot be obtained from ordinary training—competing in the Israeli league, Israeli Cup, and European competitions develops not only technical and tactical skills but also shapes the athletes' character and mental fortitude, helping them understand what true excellence means.

Regarding the Asian Games, Kordovsky stated that both players are undoubtedly key members of the Thai national team with exceptional talent and important roles. Championships result from team effort rather than individual players. He thanked all athletes, both those training in Thailand and those gaining experience abroad, as every step forward and every competition brings the team closer to its greater goals.

"We continue to await new successes from our athletes competing in Europe. For Yoqneam, there are still the Israeli league semifinals on May 28 and the Israeli championship finals on May 30. I sincerely hope this season will bring another important championship to the team," Kordovsky said.

At 10:25 a.m. on May 20, 2025, at Parliament, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, serving as Bhumjaithai Party leader, along with party MPs, submitted a constitutional amendment draft to House Speaker Somphan Saranum. Speaker Somphan confirmed receipt and stated the draft would be placed on the parliamentary agenda for further proceedings, while other parties could also submit additional proposals. Anutin emphasized that Bhumjaithai's submission reflects the party's commitment to hearing public concerns about constitutional amendments following the referendum results, where citizens voted in favor of certain article modifications. He addressed criticism that the party lacks sincerity, asserting that today's action proves Bhumjaithai's genuine intention and that it is the first party to submit such a draft. When asked about confidence in Senate approval, Anutin deferred to both chambers' decisions. Regarding a reported Democrat Party plan to submit a competing draft next week, he said he would review it first. Explaining why the submission came from the party rather than the Cabinet, Anutin stated that political parties serve as the public's first line of defense and must follow proper procedure. He noted that while initial discussions with other parties had occurred, all parties could propose amendments, and support would depend on shared intentions benefiting the country and citizens, not limited to coalition partners.

Singha removes Pi Scott for investigation over sexual assault on brotherLegacyBoon Rawd Brewery, renowned for its Singha and Leo beers, removed Sunit “Pi” Scott from all company positions following sexual assault allegations made against him by his younger brother, Siranudh “Psi” Scott. Psi publicly accused Pi of repeatedly sexually assaulting him during their childhood. He released a video describing the abuse and shared a voice recording evidence which showed a conversation over the assaults with his brother. According to Psi, Pi forced him to perform oral sex, leaving him traumatised. He also alleged that family members failed to support him after learning about the incidents. Psi further claimed his mother pressured him not to disclose the sexual assaults publicly because it could damage the family’s reputation and business interests. He also alleged that after speaking publicly about the assaults, his mother filed legal action to reclaim assets previously given to him by his grandfather before his death. Photo via KomChadLuek The allegations attracted widespread public attention because the family is linked to Boon Rawd Brewery, producer of Singha and Leo beer and several related businesses. The case also led to criticism directed at Pi and his wife, a Thai actress Lapassalan “Mild” Jiravechsoontornkul, as well as other family members and the company. Mild initially defended her husband before later issuing a public apology to Psi and the public after the voice recording was released. She stated that she had not previously known about the recording during her relationship with Pi. Photo via ThaiRath Mild also announced she would distance herself from her husband to focus on her mental health during her pregnancy. Public reaction online was divided, with some expressing sympathy while others continued criticising her earlier response. Several Thai celebrities who initially expressed support for Pi and Mild before the recording surfaced also faced criticism online. Following the backlash, Boon Rawd Brewery chief executive officer Bhurit Bhirombhakdi released a statement expressing concern over the allegations and reaffirming the company’s opposition to domestic violence. Bhurit Bhirombhakdi | Photo via Instagram/ @tae_bhurit The company also confirmed that Pi, who reportedly held a senior management role, had been removed from all positions. Boon Rawd Brewery stated it would cooperate fully with relevant authorities investigating the allegations and attached Pi’s resignation letter to its announcement. As of now, officials have not publicly clarified the status of any investigation or what further legal action may follow. The story Singha removes Pi Scott for investigation over sexual assault on brother as seen on Thaiger News.

The Department of Mineral Resources has issued landslide and flash flood warnings for 14 provinces due to continuous heavy rainfall in vulnerable areas. According to the Meteorological Department's 24-hour forecast, Thailand will experience persistent rainfall with heavy to very heavy downpours in some areas of the western coast of the South, the Northeast, and the East, along with heavy rain in some areas of the North, Central Region, Bangkok, and surrounding areas. This is caused by a strong southwest monsoon covering the upper Andaman Sea and Thailand, combined with a low-pressure depression over northern Vietnam.

The 14 provinces at risk are: Nan, Uttaradit, Phitsanulok, Phetchabun, Tak, Kanchanaburi, Lop Buri, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Trat, Loei, Chaiyaphum, Ranong, Phangnga, and Krabi.

The public is urged to beware of hazards from heavy rainfall and accumulated water, which may cause flash floods and flash floods, particularly in hillside areas near waterways and low-lying areas. Community volunteers in high-risk areas are asked to continuously monitor landslide and flash flood situations and prepare for potential geological disasters. Relevant agencies in the area are instructed to closely and continuously monitor the situation. If geological disasters occur, officials must promptly inspect the affected areas to provide assurance and initial guidance to residents in high-risk zones.

On May 20, 2025, a mother filed a complaint through media outlets stating that her 18-year-old son was hired as a sales representative for massage equipment and CCTV cameras by a well-known company in Buriram municipality. When he failed to meet sales targets, the employer abandoned him at a gas station in Lahan Sai District, Buriram Province. Among the five to six young salespeople in the vehicle, mostly aged 16, fears arose about being abandoned. It was later discovered that girls aged 13 and 14 had also been hired as sales representatives and similarly abandoned midway. After the news went viral online, questions arose about whether hiring children under 15 years old violates labor laws.

Reporter spoke with Katima Tirasetthasema, Buriram Province's Labor and Employee Protection Officer, who explained that while the department hasn't yet gathered clear evidence, they are investigating. Under the Labor Protection Act, Section 44, employers are strictly prohibited from hiring children under 15 years old in any case. For children aged 15-18, employers must submit forms to the labor department beforehand. If children under 15 are hired, it constitutes a violation.

Katima stated the company's lawyer had already visited the labor department and provided evidence. Initial questioning of affected children has been completed, and the department is scheduling the company's representatives for further inquiry. If evidence supports the allegations, legal proceedings will be initiated immediately without exception.

Subinspector Chaonarong Chaisakor of Hin Lek Fai Police Station, who assisted the abandoned children, reported that the children's parents mentioned the company's lawyer visited their homes requesting document signatures, though not pressuringly. However, parents were advised to consult police before signing anything. The police commitment is to proceed with the case to the fullest extent.

Under the Labor Protection Act, Section 44, employers violating the prohibition on hiring children under 15 face imprisonment of up to 2 years or fines ranging from 400,000 to 800,000 baht per employee, or both imprisonment and fine.

At 9:00 AM on May 20, 2025, at the Asok-Din Daeng railway crossing where the train struck the bus, the family of Teekha Teekhaoutamakorn (Tan), 33, gathered with a Buddhist monk from Wat Tri Tet Thep to conduct a soul-inviting ceremony. Relatives brought offerings including bananas, coconut jelly with pandan leaves, water, basil fried rice with egg, dumplings, and orchid flowers. Tan's father lit five incense sticks facing east according to tradition to guide his son's spirit home. The atmosphere was sorrowful as family and friends wept during the ritual.

Tan's aunt, Ms. Vachira, said the family is not yet ready to discuss compensation, still grieving the loss of their beloved nephew. She asked only that people not add more pain to Tan's parents, who have only one other son. Tan had just returned from Australia about five years ago with no intention of coming back while his parents were alive. Ms. Vachira described Tan as someone she raised from childhood, noting his kind nature, his ability to entertain everyone, his care for elderly relatives, and how he would send money to his grandmother despite living abroad.

"Today everyone is trying to heal by sharing good memories of Tan, knowing he was deeply loved by many people," Ms. Vachira said, expressing gratitude to educational institutions and friends who helped with the funeral arrangements.

Ms. Vachira also conveyed that she told Tan's parents she did not want to blame anyone for the accident, as no one intended for it to happen. She hoped it would serve as a lesson for both the bus and train drivers who survived and have the opportunity to change.

On the day of the accident, Tan had arranged to meet a foreign friend at a shopping mall at 5:00 PM. He was a multilingual person who often helped foreign friends and had planned to bring Thai and herbal medicines as gifts. When Tan didn't show up and his friend couldn't reach him, his mother called his aunt. No one expected Tan to be on bus route 206—his mother had dropped him off at Bang Sue and recommended he take the Airport Link instead. But Tan had texted in the chat: "I'll take the slowest route."

A relative who works in law enforcement checked all 32 accident victims' names but didn't find Tan. Around 11:00 PM, the family learned of his death, devastating them all. Though they try to be strong today, seeing a train still shakes them emotionally.

Ms. Vachira explained that Tan rarely took buses because his mother, a university professor, usually arranged his transportation. However, Tan was a down-to-earth person who lived simply despite earning well, and he could get along with people from all walks of life.