Associate Professor Jesada Dondvongpant, a biology lecturer at Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Science, has addressed a viral health claim circulating on TikTok and medical pages: does a diagonal crease on the earlobe indicate heart disease risk?

The crease is known as Frank's Sign or Diagonal Earlobe Crease (DELC). Multiple research studies have found a connection between Frank's Sign and cardiovascular disease risk, including coronary artery stenosis, stroke, and atherosclerosis. The condition was named after cardiologist Sanders T. Frank, who observed it in 20 patients with angina.

Since its initial discovery in cardiac patients, larger studies have identified DELC in patients with coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, and cerebrovascular disease. Clinically, cardiologists frequently observe Frank's Sign in cardiac patients who have undergone coronary artery bypass surgery, and hospital-based studies have found a link between DELC and cardiovascular disease.

However, debate continues over whether individuals with DELC but no symptoms carry increased risk for severe vascular disease. Notably, this association does not appear clearly in diabetic patients, and some studies show no statistically significant correlation with any vascular disease.

The cause of DELC remains unclear. Some reports suggest microvascular disease in the earlobe's terminal blood vessels, while others point to shortened telomere length in Japanese patients with metabolic syndrome—a mechanism linked to general aging and atherosclerosis.

DELC is currently graded by depth, length, bilaterality, and angle: unilateral incomplete (least severe), unilateral complete (moderate), and bilateral complete (most severe). However, this classification does not necessarily correlate with increased cardiovascular events. Notably, even prominent figures like former U.S. President George W. Bush and filmmaker Steven Spielberg have been found to have DELC.

Thailand has unveiled the ceremonial uniform that its national team will wear at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, with the SIRIVANNAVARI fashion house drawing on Thai craftsmanship and Japanese cultural motifs under the concept "The Art of Unity."

The uniform was designed by Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, creative director of SIRIVANNAVARI, at the invitation of Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports. More than 900 Thai athletes and team staff are expected to take part in the Games in Aichi-Nagoya.

At the heart of the design is handwoven indigo-dyed cotton from the Don Koi Model in Sakon Nakhon province, alongside handwoven cotton from the SUPPORT Foundation. The collection combines traditional Thai textiles with contemporary tailoring designed to balance elegance and ease of movement.

The four-piece uniform consists of a three-pocket cotton jacket, a white shirt, matching trousers and a tie featuring SIRIVANNAVARI's signature Diamond Knot. The jacket carries the Thai national team emblem on the chest, while "THAILAND" is embroidered across the back, with a heart-shaped detail replacing the dot on the letter "I." The trousers feature a straight-leg silhouette and adjustable details for movement and comfort.

The white shirt features an embroidered panel inspired by both Thailand and Japan. Images of Wat Arun and a bodhi tree represent Thailand, while Nagoya Castle and cherry blossoms represent the host country. The motifs are connected by the Japanese Seigaiha wave pattern and Thai and Japanese basket-weaving patterns, reflecting the craftsmanship of both cultures.

Thai athletes featured in the launch campaign include badminton player Kunlavut Vitidsarn, taekwondo athlete Banlung Tubtimdang, volleyball player Pimpichaya Kokram, table tennis player Suthasini Sawettabut and former taekwondo champion Panipak Wongpattanakit.

The uniform will be worn during the opening ceremony of the Asian Games in Japan. The Games are scheduled to take place from 19 September to 4 October 2026.

A homeowner in Pattaya has warned residents to keep their belongings secure after CCTV footage showed a well-dressed woman calmly stealing clothes from a drying rack in front of her house. At 23:30 on August 20, 2026, Ms. Nipaporn, 49, brought CCTV footage to the media after a woman allegedly stole clothes left to dry outside her home in Soi 7, Arunothai, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chonburi province.

The footage clearly shows the woman wearing a sleeveless black T-shirt, jeans and sneakers. She was carrying a black basket and wearing a face mask to conceal her identity. The woman walked up to the front of the house and headed straight for the clothes racks. She then appeared to browse through the hanging clothes as if she were shopping, calmly selecting items she wanted before putting them into the basket she was carrying and walking away.

Nipaporn said the incident happened late on August 18, 2026. She had hung clothes on two racks in front of her house before going to bed as usual. When she woke the following morning, she noticed that some of the clothes were missing. Finding this suspicious, she checked the CCTV footage and was shocked to discover that a woman had entered the area and taken the clothes. The footage showed the woman taking several items, including shorts, a skirt and two shirts, before calmly walking away.

Although the stolen belongings were not particularly valuable, Nipaporn said the incident left her concerned about her safety, especially because the theft occurred directly in front of her home. She urged local authorities to increase patrols in the area to help residents feel safer.

Nipaporn also advised residents who leave clothes, shoes or other belongings outside their homes to take extra precautions and keep them in a secure place, even if the items are of low value. She warned that unsecured belongings could provide an opportunity for thieves to target homes.

Lingorm is urging fans to prepare for their upcoming concert ticket sales and to buy only through official channels, warning against scalpers and counterfeit ticket sales. The duo recently appeared at an event at Central World shopping mall and discussed their drama series In Love Forever, which has been gaining significant buzz. The water-splashing scene in particular has impressed viewers, with both actors revealing the intense behind-the-scenes work involved.

Lingorm member Lingorm explained that the scene required everyone on set to remain silent due to the loud, emotionally charged argument between the characters. Orm revealed that Lingorm even had to take painkillers after the scene because of the forceful physical contact, while Orm herself suffered severe neck pain. Both acknowledged it was another scene where they gave their absolute best performance.

When asked about the ongoing drama, Orm noted that the storyline contains plenty of drama and mentioned that some fans who have read the original novel already know what will happen next, encouraging viewers to watch and find out. Lingorm joked that the next episode might be the peak of the series.

Regarding their concert, Lingorm 'The World Between Us' Concert will take place on October 17-18 at Impact Arena in Muang Thong Thani. This year's production is double the scale of last year's, featuring a much larger show. The duo confirmed they have already secured special guest performers, though they declined to reveal specific names, jokingly saying they would request all of BLACKPINK if possible.

On August 21, 2025, at the permanent Khlong Luk border crossing in Sakaew province, security forces received 44 Thai nationals—27 men, 16 women, and one child—who had been pardoned and released by Cambodian authorities. Among them, five individuals were found to have a combined total of 11 outstanding arrest warrants. Upon arrival in Thailand, these five were taken into custody and transferred to police for legal proceedings, while the remaining 39 Thai nationals, who had no criminal records, were assisted in returning to their hometowns.

The authorities also deported 35 Cambodian nationals who had illegally crossed the border in search of work. Investigation revealed that most had entered through natural border passages seeking employment inland before being apprehended and processed for deportation.

The operation was coordinated by the Thai-Cambodian Border Liaison Office in cooperation with Sakaew immigration officials and local administration. The temporary opening of the Khlong Luk crossing facilitated the orderly processing of all individuals, with strict security measures maintained throughout.

Police in Sisaket are investigating a former parliamentary candidate accused of extorting 2.35 million baht under the false promise of securing government jobs. On August 21, a victim filed a complaint with Uthumphonpisai Police Station in Sisaket, alleging that a former political party parliamentary candidate promised to help place five family members into local administrative organization positions. The victim paid over 2.35 million baht but the promised placements never occurred. Lieutenant Colonel Nilakarn Porsak, commander of Uthumphonpisai Police Station, disclosed that investigators are currently collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses to establish clear facts, with work expected to conclude next week. If evidence is sufficiently clear, investigators will issue a summons for the suspect to acknowledge charges and enter formal legal investigation procedures. Subject to sufficient grounds and legal conditions, the police will petition the court for an arrest warrant. Porsak stated that the suspect's former status as a parliamentary candidate does not bias the investigation, emphasizing that the best protection is strict adherence to the law without discrimination based on wealth or social standing, and that all cases are handled equally.