Regional

Phuket Governor calls for clearer definition of ‘influential figures’

Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn called for stricter enforcement against public land encroachment and a clearer legal definition of "influential figures" to improve nationwide security operations.

22 May The Phuket News

PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn has called for stricter law enforcement against public land encroachment and urged a review of the official definition of an “influential person” as part of efforts to strengthen security operations nationwide.

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Record 274 Climbers Summit Mount Everest in Single Day from Nepal Side, Breaking All-Time Record

A record 274 climbers summited Mount Everest on May 20 from the Nepal side, breaking the previous single-day record of 223 climbers set in 2019.

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Police

Abbot Reveals Timeline of Temple Shooting, Opens One Major Lead

Police investigating the shooting of a temple abbot in Kamphaengphet Province have identified footprints near the scene as a major lead, with the suspect potentially fleeing toward the Ping River. The abbot, recovering at a relative's home,

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Community

Lamyai Responds After Contractor Mentions Seeing Puea L.Ghe. at Her Home During Work

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Police

Buddhist Monk Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle While Returning from Alms Round

A Buddhist monk from Chiang Mai died from injuries sustained when a Toyota struck him while he returned from his morning alms round in San Pa Tong District; the driver tested positive for alcohol.

22 May Khaosod

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Police

Mountain Guide Faces Charges Over Three Deaths on Mount Dukono Climb Despite Ban

A mountain guide in Indonesia faces negligence charges after three climbers died in a volcanic eruption on Mount Dukono on May 8, despite an official ban on climbing the active volcano since April.

22 May Khaosod

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National

Pop Pongkool Hits Back at Damaging Post Filled with False Claims, Tags Major Media Outlet

Singer Pop Pongkool accused a major media outlet of publishing false claims about him using AI-generated content, then deleting the post after he responded publicly.

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National

Today's Fuel Prices, May 22, 2026: Gas Station Rates Updated as of 5:00 AM

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National

King Joins Announcement! Norway Unveils Squad Led by Haaland and Ødegaard for 2026 World Cup

Norway unveiled its 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup with King Harald V participating in the announcement, led by Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard and featuring Manchester City striker Erling Haaland.

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Police

Driver Rams Traffic Police Before Sobriety Checkpoint; Senior Officer Severely Injured, Gun and Ammunition Found

A driver rammed a traffic police officer near an alcohol checkpoint on Bangkok's Bangna-Trat Highway early May 22, leaving the senior officer with severe head injuries; police found a handgun and ammunition in the vehicle and detained two t

21 May Khaosod

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Weather

Thai Meteorological Department: Heavy Continuous Rain Today in 2 Regions Affecting 70% of Areas, Bangkok 60% Coverage—Flood and Flash Flood Warnings Issued

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