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Geological Department Warns 9 Provinces of Heavy Rain, Flash Floods, and Landslide Risk in Hillside Areas

Heavy rainfall across nine provinces including Tak, Phitsanulok, and Nakhon Sawan poses significant risk of landslides and flash floods in hillside areas through May 20, the Geological Department warns.

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The Geological Disaster Operations Center under the Department of Mineral Resources issued a warning on May 19, 2026, alerting authorities to monitor landslide and flash flood risks. Heavy continuous rainfall in landslide-prone areas, combined with rainfall forecasts predicting potential landslides, presents significant danger particularly in Tak, Phitsanulok, Nakhon Sawan, Phetchabun, Lopburi, Trat, Loei, Nong Bua Lamphu, and Chaiyaphum provinces.

Metereological forecasts indicate heavy rainfall in northern, northeastern, and central Thailand including Bangkok and surrounding areas over the next 24 hours. The southern western coast and eastern regions face heavy to very heavy rainfall due to a strong southwestern monsoon system affecting the upper Andaman Sea combined with a depression over northern Vietnam.

The public is urged to exercise caution against dangers from heavy rainfall and accumulated water that could trigger sudden flash floods and flash floods, particularly in hillside areas near watercourses and low-lying regions. Community volunteers in at-risk areas are requested to continuously monitor geological disasters and prepare for potential emergencies.

Relevant agencies must closely and continuously track conditions in their areas. If geological disasters occur, officials must promptly inspect affected areas to provide reassurance and initial guidance to residents in vulnerable zones.

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Police

Myanmar Teens Held After Assault on Thai Youth in Pattaya

Myanmar teenagers detained in Pattaya after allegedly assaulting a Thai boy and stealing his shoes on Sukhumvit Road, though the suspects claim they were robbed at gunpoint first and acted in self-defense. Police are reviewing CCTV footage

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CHONBURI — 19 May 2026, Police detained a group of Myanmar teenagers accused of attacking a 16-year-old Thai boy in a street assault. The suspects, however, gave their account of events, claiming they had earlier been held at gunpoint and robbed of a pair of Converse sneakers by the victim's group. They are now asking police to review CCTV footage.

Following viral social media posts by the victim's sibling, a Facebook user claimed his younger brother was attacked by nearly 10 youths believed to be Myanmar nationals. The group allegedly beat the teenager, stole his shoes, damaged his motorcycle and spat on him. The incident occurred on Sukhumvit Road in front of Wat Chong Lom, inbound to Chonburi, in Moo 2 of Na Kluea subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chonburi province.

On Tuesday, Pol. Col. Sarawut Nuchanart, superintendent of Banglamung Police Station, said a joint task force detained the group for questioning on the evening of 18 May. The operation was led by Pol. Lt. Col. Yongyuth Wanneua, deputy investigation chief; Pol. Lt. Col. Wutthiphong Kasa, investigation inspector; and Pol. Lt. Natthathan Chanthawong, inspector at Tourist Police Station 4, Subdivision 2, Tourist Police Division 1, along with officers from local police, tourist police and immigration police.

During questioning, the suspects admitted attacking the Thai teenager. However, one member of the group alleged that the Thai youth had earlier threatened him with what he believed was a firearm and forced him to hand over a pair of Converse shoes. His friends later arrived and intervened, leading to the confrontation captured on security camera footage.

The group also asked police to examine CCTV footage recorded before the incident to support their claims, insisting they too had been victims. Investigators will question both sides in detail and review all available evidence before deciding whether to pursue charges. Because minors are involved in the case, the investigation will be conducted with relevant agencies and a multi-disciplinary team. Authorities said legal action would be taken against anyone found guilty to ensure fairness for all parties.

Meanwhile, the 'Thai Mai Ton' ('Thais Won't Tolerate') group, led by local figures Hia Tee Kratha Ron and Bird Pattaya, said they were satisfied with the arrests. The group thanked authorities for moving quickly to pursue the case and track down the suspects.

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Police

Thai man confirms crossing into Cambodia while foraging

Thai villager Yot Sainoi confirmed he accidentally crossed into Cambodia while foraging near the Surin border, settling a social media dispute that claimed Cambodian soldiers had arrested him on Thai soil.

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SURIN — Thailand's Second Army Region has confirmed that Yot Sainoi, a Thai villager detained by Cambodian soldiers near the border last month, accidentally crossed into Cambodian territory while searching for forest products.

The Suranaree Task Force under the Second Army Region assigned a military unit to inspect the route and location where Yot was detained south of Chong Ta Liang border crossing in Kap Choeng district, Surin province.

The inquiry was launched after social media posts claimed that Cambodian soldiers had crossed into Thailand and arrested someone on Thai soil, causing public confusion. A field inspection led by Col. Thanin Domhom, commander of Task Force 2, along with Col. Kittisak Bangphimai and Col. Nitikon Sirikham, retraced the route on foot with Yot and his 21-year-old son in front of reporters to verify the facts publicly.

Yot said he had wandered across the border while foraging and was detained by Cambodian authorities on April 15, 2026. He was released and returned to Thailand on May 15, 2026 following coordination between Thailand's Second Army Region and Cambodia's Regional Military Region 4.

Inspection findings showed that Yot had crossed barbed-wire barriers and Thai military positions before entering Cambodian territory, having traveled approximately 5 kilometers from where he parked his motorcycle. Yot initially was uncertain whether he had crossed the border, but after military officials showed him boundary markers, maps, and the route, he acknowledged he had inadvertently entered Cambodia.

Yot expressed gratitude to Thai authorities for securing his safe return and cautioned local residents gathering forest products near the border to be more careful. Military officials announced plans to install additional barbed-wire fencing along the border to prevent similar incidents and enhance public safety in the area.

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National

Push to Increase Flights at Regional Airports, Creating Opportunities to Boost Secondary City Economies

Thailand's transport ministry is pushing regional airports to increase flights and boost secondary city economies through cost-reduction incentives and new route development across the North, Northeast, and South.

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Deputy Transport Minister Pattrapong Pattarapreechit chaired discussions with airline associations to support increased flights to regional airports and boost secondary city economies, while seeking relief measures from Middle East conflict impacts. The meeting included Airports of Thailand Director-General Danai Rueangsan, Thai Civil Aviation Authority Director General Manat Chuwanprayoon, and Thai Airways International Acting Director Surachai Nuprom to promote aviation services at regional airports.

Pattrapong revealed that the discussions represent important public-private sector integration to maximize the capacity of regional airports in the North, Northeast, and South, which currently have growing potential to handle more flights and passengers. The proposed incentives would not only reduce airline operating costs but also create convenient travel options for the public, directly benefiting income distribution and strengthening grassroots economies at the regional level. Airlines are encouraged to consider opening new domestic and international routes, expanding flight frequencies to major and secondary cities through both regular and charter flights.

Airports of Thailand Director-General Danai Rueangsan noted that previous 2025 promotional measures for domestic routes—such as service fee reductions for new routes and airlines—successfully attracted carriers including Thai Lion Air on the Don Mueang-Nakhon Phanom route, Thai Vietjet on Suvarnabhumi-Nakhon Si Thammarat, and Thai AirAsia on Suvarnabhumi to Nakhon Si Thammarat, Buriram, and Narathiwat routes. These measures will be reapplied, and international route promotions are also under consideration.

The meeting also recommended increasing facilities and reducing costs to stimulate more travel from both Thai and foreign tourists, while discussing relief measures from Middle East conflict impacts. Airports of Thailand will initially offer a 50% discount on aircraft parking and landing fees for airlines at its airports for six months, effective June 1 through November 30, 2025.

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Police

Judicial Discipline Committee Punishes Three Judges: One Dismissed, One Removed from Promotion List, One Stripped of Seniority Status

The Judicial Discipline Committee dismissed two judges for serious misconduct including fraud and unauthorized legal arrangements, while waiving punishment for a retired officer who improperly advised a litigation party.

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On May 19, 2569 (2026), the Judicial Discipline Committee held its 13th meeting at the Justice Courts Building in Bangkok, chaired by Supreme Court President Adisak Tantiwongse. The committee considered and resolved several disciplinary matters:

1. A judicial officer was found to have provided case advice to another party who was involved in the same litigation—conduct deemed damaging to judicial integrity and violating civil service protocol. While classified as minor misconduct warranting a three-year suspension of promotion or salary increase, punishment was waived because the officer had already left the position upon reaching mandatory retirement age under the Judicial Civil Service Act B.E. 2543, Section 75.

2. A judicial officer was accused of failing to perform overtime duties for warrant issuances while fraudulently signing attendance records and accepting overtime compensation—constituting serious disciplinary violations. The committee voted for dismissal. Reports indicate the judge, who held a provincial court chief position in a Southern island province, had allegedly shirked assigned duties for an extended period before this ruling.

3. A former judicial officer was found guilty of serious misconduct for arranging lawyers for defendants and collecting case processing fees from plaintiffs, undermining public confidence in judicial integrity. The committee voted for dismissal. The officer previously served as a department head at a lower court in the Northeast region and had been suspended for several years before today's ruling.

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National

Bangkok United Unveils First Reinforcement: James Beresford, Thai-English Right Back, Joins the Gods' Squad

Thai-English right back James Beresford joins Bangkok United from Udon Thani, where he made 97 appearances and earned a spot in the Thai League's Best XI for 2023/24.

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True Bangkok United has officially secured James Beresford, a 24-year-old Thai-English right back, to strengthen their squad for the 2026/27 season and add depth to their attacking play along the flank.

Beresford began his football career in England and gained experience playing in the National League South with Worthing FC before moving to Thailand to join Udon Thani FC in the 2023/24 season. He was selected for the TOYOTA THAI LEAGUE BEST XI 2023/24 in the right back position following the FA Thailand Awards announcement.

Over three seasons with Udon Thani, Beresford established himself as a consistent key player for the team. He appeared in 97 matches, scoring 2 goals and providing 5 assists, demonstrating his strengths as an attacking right back with pace, bravery, aggression, and effective contribution to the team's offensive play.

At international level, Beresford has been called up to the Thai national team squad, appearing in 4 matches including 1 friendly and 3 matches during the 2024 AFF Championship.

Beresford's arrival will provide additional options for True Bangkok United's right flank play and strengthen the team's defensive line as they prepare for the 2026/27 season campaign.

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National

5-Star Pig Farm with Air Conditioning and Swimming Pool Goes Viral with Nighttime Light Shows and Party Vibes

A Chinese content creator has built a viral luxury pig farm in Jiangxi Province featuring air-conditioned pens, individual swimming pools, and nighttime light shows, investing 300,000 yuan to create what he calls the world's most luxurious

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A luxury pig farm has gone viral online after videos emerged showing pig pens decorated like upscale hotel suites or villas, leaving netizens stunned and questioning whether the footage was AI-generated. The pens feature elegant interior design with decorative lighting around the enclosures, air conditioning units, and each pig has its own private swimming pool. At night, the farm illuminates with flashing lights and plays music to create a festive atmosphere.

The farm is actually real and operates in Jiangxi Province, owned by content creator Ju Ta Piao, who has over 1.1 million followers and regularly posts comedic content on Douyin. In early May, he unveiled this "5-star" pig farm, completely renovating the pens with an investment of approximately 300,000 yuan (over 1.4 million baht) to create what resembles a small hotel for pigs. Beyond the luxurious accommodations, the pigs receive excellent care including quality food, fresh fruit, and regular baths. The farm owner deliberately creates viral content with attention-grabbing captions such as "the world's most luxurious pig pen" or "pigs living better than people" to maximize viewership.

The creator stated he takes pig farming seriously and aims to generate income and build a reputation through this business via content creation. While many view it as a novel idea, critics argue that such decorative designs may not be practical for long-term pig farming, as fully grown pigs could easily damage decorations and complicate sanitation and health control efforts on the farm.

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Police

Tone Bangkhae Files Complaint with PM Requesting Investigation into Deputy Police Chief Over Defamation Claims

Content creator Tone Bangkhae filed a complaint with the Prime Minister requesting an investigation into Deputy Police Chief Pol. Maj. Gen. Charuneekiat Pankaew for alleged defamatory media statements that he claims have damaged his reputat

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On May 19, 2025, Thontong Sukkaeng, known as "Tone Bangkhae," along with Panya Kraiphakdikun ("Hum Nakhon Pathom") and Jen Piyathat, traveled to the Government Complaint Center to file a petition for justice with the Prime Minister in his capacity as chairman of the Police Commission. They requested an investigation into Deputy Police Chief Pol. Maj. Gen. Charuneekiat Pankaew.

Tone stated that he had previously filed a formal complaint through proper channels. However, Pol. Maj. Gen. Charuneekiat, a high-ranking police officer, subsequently gave interviews to media and appeared on various programs, which Tone views as adversarial public statements. Tone claimed that these statements could influence public perception and cause him harm, such as being labeled a "crook" or criminal, potentially damaging his reputation and honest livelihood.

"I have genuinely been affected by this, and there are no formal charges against me yet. But when such communications occur, it may cause society to prejudge," Tone stated.

Tone further requested that the Prime Minister, as overseer of the Royal Thai Police, investigate whether the officer's interviews and statements were appropriate, as government officials should perform their duties neutrally without affecting innocent people who have not been convicted.

Meanwhile, Panya ("Hum Nakhon Pathom") filed a complaint regarding serious physical assault and brain injuries he suffered since early 2568 (2025), claiming it is related to loan disputes involving the same creditor group as Tone Bangkhae.

Jen also submitted a petition to the Prime Minister requesting investigation into a check case worth 65 million baht currently under litigation, involving disputes with the same party group as Tone Bangkhae. He expressed concerns about potential investigation irregularities and stated that he fears harassment, as he plans to apply for the position of director of the Sports Authority of Thailand in September 2569 (2026).

Deputy Secretary to the Prime Minister Nopphon Boongaew received the documents and stated they would be forwarded to the Prime Minister for consideration according to proper procedures.

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Police

Young Navy Sailor Duped and Left Broke After Meeting Woman Through Popular Dating App

A 23-year-old Navy sailor was abandoned and left penniless in Chachoengsao after meeting a woman through Instagram who promised to withdraw cash and never returned. The petty officer had traveled to meet her after just three days of online

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At 10 a.m. on May 19, 2025, local residents reported that a young naval officer sought help after being scammed and abandoned with no money to return to his Bangkok base. The 23-year-old sailor, identified as Petty Officer A, had connected with a woman identified as Ms. N through Instagram just three days prior. She messaged him proposing a meetup in Chachoengsao and claimed she would pay for a ride-sharing service. They met around 11 p.m. on May 18 near a roadside pavilion at the Bypass intersection in Panasnikhom, Na Pla subdistrict, Muang district, Chachoengsao province. When she suggested going out, he told her he had no money, saying he only brought "his body and heart." She then asked him to wait while she went to withdraw cash from an ATM on her motorcycle—and never returned. After waiting until dawn with no sign of her, the sailor realized he'd been duped and approached nearby residents for help. A good Samaritan assisted him by purchasing a minivan ticket at the Chalom Thai intersection and providing travel money back to Bangkok. The sailor issued a warning to other young men not to trust beautiful women online, as they may face similar situations.

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Breaking

Sodor Style Apologizes for Post Questioning Sexual Assault Claims, Faces Heavy Backlash; Denies Victim-Blaming

Sodor Style has apologized for a controversial post questioning sexual assault claims, expressing remorse for insensitive wording and pledging to become an advocate for survivors and harassment awareness.

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Sodor Style, whose real name is Pimlada Wawtaisong, has issued a public apology after posting controversial questions about sexual assault that triggered heavy criticism online. Her original post had questioned certain aspects of assault cases in a way many found insensitive and inappropriate.

In her apology, Sodor Style expressed genuine remorse, saying: "I sincerely apologize for the previous post. When I posted it, I didn't think carefully enough and didn't realize how much my words could hurt so many people's feelings."

She continued: "After reading news related to this topic recently and reviewing my own post, I realized it wasn't what I actually intended to communicate. I felt terrible because it's a sensitive subject that shouldn't be discussed for any reason whatsoever."

Sodor Style emphasized her support for survivors, stating: "Especially to those who have had experiences with such terrible situations, I'm sorry for making you feel worse or uncomfortable. I now understand that some words, even without bad intentions, can genuinely hurt others' feelings."

She also mentioned consulting with a friend knowledgeable about law and who had personal experience with such trauma, gaining deeper understanding of the psychological impact and emotional scars survivors endure. "I have no excuses," she said, noting she has already deleted the problematic post.

Sodor Style reaffirmed her commitment to supporting survivors and pledged to become an advocate for sexual harassment awareness: "I'm willing to be a voice about Sexual Harassment and will study this more thoroughly. I will stand by all who have been harmed. Thank you to everyone who reminded me and made me reflect on myself again. I sincerely apologize and hope to prove through my actions that I have learned from this mistake."

In a follow-up post, Sodor Style clarified her position by sharing a previous supportive post she made about Tray Scott five days earlier, emphasizing: "Why try to find fault? Check the date of the post—I shared it five days ago to show whose side I've been on. What reason would someone like me have to victim-blame?"

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Parliament Administration Committee Cancels Pay Raise for MP and Senator Assistants, Orders Review Committee to Study Staffing Structure Within 90 Days

Thailand's parliament has canceled a planned pay raise for MP and Senator assistants, citing economic concerns, and ordered a 90-day review of whether such positions are necessary at all.

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On May 19, 2569, Parliament President Sophon Saram announced the decision regarding benefits and appointments of MP and Senator assistants. He explained that the previous parliament president had approved a pay increase, but the current administration believes implementing it during the ongoing economic situation is inappropriate. The Parliament Administration Committee held its first formal meeting and voted to cancel the raise and maintain the existing compensation structure.

Regarding public discussion about eliminating parliamentary assistant positions entirely, Sophon said he has established a committee to clarify whether such positions are necessary and at what compensation levels. The committee, chaired by Police General Prasit Tham Dee, will include experts from both the House and Senate, budget office officials, civil service commission representatives, legal department representatives, and external credible figures. The committee will deliberately exclude sitting MPs and Senators to avoid conflicts of interest.

The committee has been given 90 days to complete the study, ideally finishing by October, though faster completion is welcome if data is comprehensive. Sophon stated that the legislature will address any obstacles to parliamentary operations and implement necessary changes. When asked how the committee should proceed if findings recommend reducing assistant numbers, Sophon said policy has been set to follow whatever the study concludes, provided the data is complete. He noted that parliament regulations can be changed by the president according to national circumstances, and that nothing is immutable.

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