Following ONE Championship featherweight kickboxing champion Superbon's withdrawal from his scheduled bout against Chinese fighter Liu Mengyang at The Inner Circle on Friday, May 22nd, citing injury concerns, Liu Mengyang has posted a video response questioning whether Superbon's withdrawal was due to genuine injury or fear. Liu questioned the sudden withdrawal with only two weeks remaining before the competition.

Liu further mocked Superbon, suggesting he's too old and undeserving of the 'King of Muay Thai' title. In a scathing message, Liu said: "You don't have the courage to fight. I sympathize with you. You got away this time, but next time remember to bring your tail. When eating rice, just sit at the kids' table."

Meanwhile, Liu Mengyang will face Gabriel Perreira from Venezuela in a featherweight kickboxing bout as the main event replacement at The Inner Circle on Friday, May 22nd.

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Phuket – Police in Wichit, Phuket, have announced a sweeping crackdown on a youth gang linked to attempted murder and multiple firearm-related crimes. The Wichit Police told the Phuket Express on Wednesday (May 6th) that the operation, dubbed the dismantling of the “Gang of Villains,” targeted a network of teenagers who had been causing ongoing […] Armed Youth Gang Linked to Shootings Arrested in Wichit -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

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Phuket – Phuket Tourist Police, working in coordination with the Department of Tourism, have arrested a Russian national for illegally operating tour services without authorization. The arrest took place at sea off Chalong Bay, where the suspect was found guiding a fishing trip for foreign tourists. Pol. Lt. Col. Ekachai Siri, Chief of Phuket Tourist […] Russian Arrested in Phuket Sea for Illegal Tour Operations -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

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Phuket, Thailand — A roadside dispute in Phuket escalated into a dangerous confrontation when a van driver pulled out a gun to threaten an ice delivery worker. The incident began after the van driver’s vehicle was blocked by a delivery truck, sparking a heated argument. Witnesses reported that the situation intensified when the worker allegedly […] Van Driver Brandishes Gun in Phuket Road Rage Incident -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

A British woman has vanished after allegedly leaving a rented condominium in Chiang Mai filled with rubbish and severe damage, with repair costs estimated at 500,000 baht ($15,500).

The incident was reported to police on May 6 by Chantanee Wiwechawin, 41, a housekeeper responsible for overseeing a condominium in Suthep subdistrict, Muang district, Chiang Mai.

She told investigators that the British tenant, believed to be around 35 years old, had signed a six-month lease for the unit at 25,000 baht ($780) per month, beginning on October 16, 2025.

According to Chantanee, suspicions arose in March after a foul smell began coming from the room and the tenant could no longer be contacted. Using a spare key, she entered the condominium and was shocked by what she found.

The room was reportedly strewn with garbage, rotting waste, underwear and clothes. Paint had also been smeared across the walls.

Furniture including the bed and sofa was found damaged, dirty and deteriorated, while the overall condition of the room was described as severely damaged.

A technician later inspected the property and estimated restoration costs could reach around 500,000 baht. A television set was also reported missing and is believed to have been stolen.

Chantanee said she wanted to warn condominium owners and landlords to regularly inspect rental properties, particularly those rented to foreign tourists.

"In the past, we mostly saw news about Thai tenants causing problems and leaving rooms dirty, but this time it was a foreigner. I thought she would be clean and well-mannered, but it turned out to be unbelievably filthy," she said.

Police at Phu Ping Rajanives station are reportedly preparing to summon the tenant for questioning and to seek compensation for the damages.

On May 6, 2026, the Association of Village Chiefs and Community Leaders of Thailand, led by Yongyos Gaewkhiaw, submitted a letter to the Pheu Thai Party with MP Thongli Meehinkong of Roi Et District 6 and former Northeastern Village Chiefs Association chairman as the official representative. The letter aims to protect the reputation of village chiefs, community leaders, and local government personnel following criticism from an opposition MP on April 30, 2026, whose remarks negatively impacted the image of local officials nationwide. The association requested that discussions about local government staff be factual, respectful, and constructive to preserve the morale of officials serving close to communities. Thongli stated that as a former Northeastern Village Chiefs Association chairman with prior government experience, he confirms that village chiefs, community leaders, and community representatives nationwide play vital roles in community welfare, maintaining peace and order, and implementing state policies. He specifically highlighted drug prevention and suppression policies from the Thai Rak Thai era, which achieved tangible success through cooperation of local leaders in monitoring, supporting, and strengthening communities. He also praised the Pheu Thai government's drug suppression efforts over the past two years and expressed support for collaborative efforts among all sectors in welfare and community well-being.