At 11:00 AM on May 20, 2026, at the Asoke-Din Daeng railway crossing, the family of Ms. Tiem Phuangyot, 57, one of the victims of the train-bus collision on May 16, traveled to the accident site to perform a spirit summoning ceremony. They invited monks from Wat Chong Lom on Rama III Road to conduct the ritual.

The family brought incense, candles, flowers, and Ms. Tiem's favorite foods including pork blood soup, stir-fried kale with crispy pork, and jasmine rice. During the ceremony, they spiritually called her soul back home, followed by a merit-making ritual to conclude the ceremony. A photograph of Ms. Tiem wearing traditional Thai dress and seated on a chair with a radiant expression was displayed.

Ms. Jia, Ms. Tiem's granddaughter, revealed that her grandmother regularly commuted on bus route 206, as she worked as a housekeeper in the Asoke area. She typically traveled during her afternoon shift break around 3 PM, which coincided with the tragic accident.

During the ceremony, she sent spiritual messages inviting her grandmother's soul to return home, as her grandmother had suffered enough and deserved rest. The family will later retrieve the body from the Institute of Forensic Medicine at Police Hospital and conduct religious merit-making ceremonies at Wat Kratai Don in Samoe subdistrict, Prang Phu district, Sisaket province. A three-night chanting ceremony is scheduled, with the funeral rites planned for Saturday, May 23.

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.

At 9:00 AM on May 20, 2025 at Phakdi Bodin Building, Government House, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, who also serves as Interior Minister, chaired an integrated public-private sector cooperation meeting to strengthen anti-corruption prevention and suppression efforts, with relevant agencies participating.

The Prime Minister stated that today's meeting represents integrated cooperation between the public and private sectors to enhance anti-corruption prevention. The government acknowledges public concerns based on private sector surveys regarding transparency in government operations by the Joint Private Sector Committee with Three Institutions (CPR). As the head of government and those managing state agencies, he deemed it appropriate to listen to and analyze their additional views to find solutions and continue combating corruption.

The PM emphasized that the government is seriously committed to addressing structural problems, including reforming approval and licensing processes to promote transparency and reduce corruption risks in all forms, accelerating obsolete law reforms, and strengthening Thailand's anti-corruption image domestically and internationally.

Recently, he ordered the establishment of an anti-corruption coordination committee to coordinate cooperation among all sectors for concrete results and to improve the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), though he expressed disagreement with the approach.

Regarding the public sector, he has instructed all agencies to implement policies enhancing transparency in government operations, while requesting strict compliance with relevant laws and regulations. He called for all agencies to adopt modern innovations and technology to ensure transparency and open disclosure of operational information to the public.

The PM noted he had previously been on the side of information requesters, where some requests were granted while others were denied with exceptions. He instructed Deputy PM Phakarun Niyamprapen that if opening data, it should be fully open with no restrictions. Since laws already exist permitting public disclosure, obsolete laws with exemptions must be reformed rather than selectively opening certain information.

This prompted his criticism of the CPI index, which he discussed with the NCPO Secretary-General. If anyone believes a civil servant or prime minister has committed fraud, they need not rely on such metrics but should report to the NACC, NCPO, PPRP, courts, or supervisory agencies with evidence, as criminals inevitably leave traces. He believes the emphasis should be case-by-case, expecting public support and information to trace corruption to its roots, rather than relying on survey-based measurements.