Investigators from Bo Phut Police Station have arrested a man named Jatupol, alias "Boy," on charges of premeditated murder, illegal firearm possession, carrying weapons in public without justification, and discharging firearms in an urban area. According to the investigation, Boy was part of the group at the scene and knocked on the taxi window to signal the driver to stop before the attack erupted.

The victim, Mr. Firth, was driving a taxi carrying foreign tourists through an alley around 1:25 a.m. on May 24 when he encountered the group blocking his vehicle and opening the door. During the ensuing melee, Firth defended himself with a knife, wounding one assailant. That injured man then retrieved a firearm from another group member and fired six shots at Firth, killing him before the attackers fled.

Police recovered a black pickup truck used in the escape near Khao Pom and have arrested one additional suspect. Authorities are pursuing warrants for seven remaining suspects and are checking ports and escape routes across the island.

According to sources, tensions originated when Firth's in-laws moved into the same neighborhood as another taxi driver's family, Mr. C. Both families worked as taxi drivers from the same parking queue. The relationship deteriorated when Firth's father-in-law hired young women at local bars to solicit customers for his taxi service, angering the rival family who viewed it as customer poaching. The conflict escalated through social media insults and confrontations despite mediation attempts. Before the fatal encounter, Firth had repeatedly driven to the taxi stand to curse, rev his engine, and challenge Mr. B, the parking area manager, fueling the rival group's resentment.

MP Thana Kijpaiboolchai of Sisaket, representing the Pheu Thai Party, posted on his personal Facebook on May 27, 2025, recalling the memorandum of understanding between the People's Party and Pheu Thai Party regarding the Prime Minister selection made on September 3, 2023, when the People's Party voted for Anutin Charnvirakul as Prime Minister. He outlined the three conditions: 1) dissolving parliament within four months (December 12, 2023), 2) holding a referendum to draft a new constitution (February 8, 2024), and 3) appointing Anutin's cabinet without the People's Party joining the government (September 19, 2023). Recalling the MOU terms, Thana challenged critics to identify where Pheu Thai violated the agreement, asserting that the party fulfilled all conditions completely.

XPeng Thailand and MMS have unveiled 'MMS Body and Paint' at Ratchapruek, the first standard body and paint repair center for electric vehicles officially endorsed by XPeng Thailand.

Pawphand Ratanchaikananth, Managing Director of Master Motor Services (Thailand) Limited, stated that amid the continuous surge in electric vehicle popularity, automotive maintenance and repair businesses are growing accordingly. MMS is committed to continuously enhancing service capabilities. Today, the company presents another channel for international standard-level paint and body repair services, with trust from XPeng Thailand, a premium-tech intelligent electric vehicle distributor, certifying 'MMS Body and Paint' at the Ratchapruek branch as the first official paint and body repair service center to serve XPeng customers in the Thonburi area and nationwide.

The MMS Body and Paint center integrates high-end technology to restore vehicles to near-factory condition with complete specialized equipment and tools, elevating the experience through a vehicle delivery room with video documentation of repair procedures and premium-level service areas under 5 Smart Experiences:

Smart System – A 3D body pulling system using digital measurement technology accurate to millimeter precision, compared against manufacturer structural databases to balance body structure. The operating system and technician team are trained directly by XPeng Thailand with official standard certification, combined with 17 standard repair bays capable of servicing over 150 vehicles monthly.

Smart Painting – PPG water-based paint formula, a premium brand from the United States with over 135 years of history, integrated with a color-mixing system certified by XPeng Thailand. The spray booth features a Downdraft system reducing dust particle and paint mist recurrence. The paint-curing room is equipped with a Nano Heater controlling temperature and humidity precisely via computer for faster drying and consistent color quality. Multi-layer air filtration prevents dust and foreign matter, with international standard ventilation systems that are environmentally friendly.

Smart Insurance – Supports quality guarantee from world-leading companies Chubb and Falcon under management by Howden Maxi Insurance Broker, completed in one place through international standard partner collaboration.

Smart Warranty – Guarantees all paint repair work for a full year, reinforcing MMS Body and Paint's confidence and responsibility.

Smart Tracking – Monitor repair status in real-time at every step, elevating customer experience to a new digital-era standard.

Vivat Kitkreua, Director of After-Sales Service at XPeng Thailand, stated that XPeng Thailand operates with customers as the center, recognizing the expertise of MMS's paint and body repair capabilities and certifying 'MMS Body and Paint' at Ratchapruek as the first official paint and body repair center for XPeng users. After-sales service is a critical driver of business and helps build positive brand image. XPeng maintains a parts stock of 96%, the highest in Thailand's electric vehicle market, as a strategy to elevate after-sales service standards and build confidence for electric vehicle users in Thailand.

Today's Lao lottery draw for May 27, 2569 - Check the latest Pattana lottery results and winning numbers.

Complete results summary for the Lao government lottery (Pattana lottery) under the supervision of the Lao Ministry of Finance for the latest draw on May 27, 2569. All prize categories are as follows:

6-digit prize: XXXXXX 5-digit prize: XXXXX Last 4 digits prize: XXXX Last 3 digits prize: XXX Last 2 digits prize: XX

Pattana lottery 5/45 format draw results for May 27, 2569 The winning numbers for the 5/45 format draw are: XX, XX, XX, XX, XX

Lao lottery prize amounts and calculation methods When checking the Lao lottery, buyers can calculate winnings based on their purchase amount (in Kip) as follows:

4-digit number: Prize payment 6,000 times (example: buy 1,000 Kip, receive 6,000,000 Kip) 3-digit number: Prize payment 500 times (example: buy 1,000 Kip, receive 500,000 Kip) 2-digit number: Prize payment 60 times (example: buy 1,000 Kip, receive 60,000 Kip)

What is "Lao Lottery" or "Pattana Lottery"? What time is the draw? The Lao lottery, officially called Pattana lottery, is operated by the Pattana Lottery State Enterprise under the supervision of the Lao Ministry of Finance. It is a legally recognized government lottery in Laos.

Lao lottery schedule and broadcast channels Draw days: Monday through Friday; the 5/45 Pattana lottery draws on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Time: Live broadcast begins at 8:00 PM Thailand time Broadcast channels: Lao National Radio Station and Lao National Television Channel 1 (LNTV)

How to check the Lao 6-digit lottery, 4-digit last numbers, dream interpretation lottery, and animal name numbers The Lao lottery system begins with a single 6-digit prize draw, but can be broken down into multiple prize categories based on regional preferences. Most areas primarily use the last 4-digit results. There are also dream interpretation lottery draws (4/40) and animal name number draws, which are unique features of lottery games in Laos.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Prof. Dr. Yotchanan Vongswasdi delivered a keynote address on "Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Ministry Policies" at the 2026 Chiang Mai University Executive Seminar held May 23-24 at the university's Academic Services Office. The event was attended by Chiang Mai University Rector Prof. Dr. Pongrak Sribanditmongkol and Council Chair Prof. Dr. Surakiat Satiarthai, along with other ministry officials.

Yotchanan emphasized that advancing the nation requires integrated cross-sector collaboration to create a "new economic engine." He characterized the ministry as a "mini Cabinet for Science" capable of establishing sandbox spaces to pilot solutions to national challenges across economics, security, foreign affairs, disaster management, and public administration. He highlighted the need to accelerate research and innovation commercialization to propel Thailand toward sustainable high-income status.

The deputy PM commended Chiang Mai University's strong capabilities in innovation, startup incubation, and technology development for society through its Science and Technology Park, which plays a crucial role in building the nation's innovation-based economy.

Council Chair Prof. Dr. Surakiat Satiarthai delivered remarks on "Changing Global Geopolitics and Its Impact on Universities," noting that geopolitical crises now directly affect higher education institutions as global conditions shift simultaneously across energy, trade, finance, technology, education, and security.

Universities must evolve from traditional "knowledge producers" to become strategic mechanisms for anticipating the future, driving innovation, supporting societal adaptation, and co-designing policies to address global challenges, he stated.

Chiang Mai University Rector Prof. Dr. Pongrak Sribanditmongkol presented a draft framework for the university's 14th development plan (2028-2032), maintaining the vision of "a leading university socially responsible for sustainable development through innovation." The plan includes stakeholder consultation to align the university's direction with future national and societal needs.

At the 2026 Singapore Open World Tour Super 750 tournament in Singapore on May 27, world No. 7 May Rachanov faced off against Scotland's Christie Gilmour, ranked 32nd in the world, in the women's singles first round. May Rachanov secured a convincing victory in 34 minutes, winning 21-14 and 21-19 to advance to the second round where she will next meet Japan's Natsuki Nidaira, ranked 27th. World No. 8 Miew Pornpavee Chochuwong also progressed by defeating South Korea's Kim Ga Eun, ranked 15th, with scores of 21-9 and 23-21. In mixed doubles, Title Rushthanapon and Jen Chayanichsa advanced past Canada's Kevin Lee and Elina Zhang (ranked 124th) with a 21-16, 21-13 victory. Omo Pornpol Thiraratskulchai and Poppo Truatsiri Taeratchai, seeded 16th in the world, defeated Germany's Marvin Seidel and Duc Phuong Nguyen (ranked 26th) 18-21, 21-18, and 21-14 to also secure their place in the next round.