A 40-year-old fisherman named Start Oonkayen, who went viral on Facebook with videos of black-chin barb sightings off Pattaya Beach, caught approximately 15 kilograms of the fish and prepared two dinner dishes: steamed black-chin barb with tomato dipping sauce and crispy fried black-chin barb. After tasting the fish, Start reported that the meat flavor is nearly identical to tilapia, with a sweet taste and no adverse effects. He noted that the fish roe is slightly larger than tilapia and has a rich flavor. Start plans to return to Pattaya Beach tonight with friends to observe whether the fish will appear again, suspecting the recent weather and rainfall may be connected to their presence in the area.

On May 14, 2026, Admiral Piromsak Fuengchanthana, the Navy Commander, inspected training exercises involving unmanned aerial vehicle support operations for naval forces in the upper Gulf of Thailand and swift amphibious assault training at Navy Training Ground No. 15 in Haad Yao, Sattahip District, Chachoengsao Province. These exercises are part of the annual field and sea training (FTX) for the Thai Navy in 2026.

The training aimed to test the readiness of personnel, weapons systems, and tactical operational support capabilities during both daytime and nighttime operations, improving real-world operational capability to address various security situations and threats, particularly through the application of modern technology aligned with the changing security environment.

The unmanned aerial vehicle support training tested coordination between naval forces, special operations units, and UAV systems to enhance surveillance efficiency, targeting, and tactical operational support for the navy during both day and night operations. The exercise integrated naval ships, aircraft, and ground-based operational units in a network-based joint operational framework.

The amphibious assault training at Navy Training Ground No. 15 tested naval deployment plans and capabilities of naval commando units, including the testing of forces and weapons systems in real operational areas. The exercise integrated support naval forces, special operations units, beach assault teams, amphibious vehicles, and naval aviation under new air defense security measures, along with medical support and casualty evacuation based on simulated scenarios.

Admiral Piromsak revealed that the "TR.69" exercise aimed to enhance combat readiness and address security situations, particularly in the eastern border areas and strategic maritime zones, critical missions for protecting national sovereignty and maritime interests. The training, which began in early 2026, incorporated lessons learned from actual conflict situations in 2025, with analysis and improvements to operational approaches aligned with changing security environments, covering both forced-problem training, specialized training, and joint force integration among Thai military combat units.

The Navy also tested the application of unmanned systems (UXV) including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), unmanned surface vessels (USV), and unmanned underwater systems (UUV) for patrol, intelligence, surveillance, and tactical operational support missions. The Navy tested the concept of using HTMS Chakri Naruebet as an operational base for UXV systems to support future maritime operations.

The annual Navy training exercise represents the highest priority training for the Thai Navy, implemented in accordance with the policy of "Year of Naval Combat Readiness" under the concept of "Train as if in real battle; when battle is real, we must win." The training focused on military planning, tactical command, integration of all-dimensional combat forces, and testing combat readiness across all operational branches to ensure effective application in real missions with maritime security not limited to military dimensions alone.

A shocking incident occurred when a roofer was electrocuted and fell while repairing the roof of a Buddha image shelter near high-voltage power lines. On May 14, 2025, Muang Lampang Police received a report of a person falling from a roof and sustaining injuries at an open-air shelter in Ban Don Muan, Phichai Subdistrict, Muang District, Lampang Province. Rescue personnel from Khai Surasak Montri Hospital and local police rushed to the scene to investigate and provide assistance. Near the shelter, rescue workers found one injured male victim identified as Mr. Lop, age 40, a resident of Ban Don Muan in Phichai Subdistrict, Muang District, Lampang Province, lying unconscious on the ground with multiple wounds. Officials administered first aid before transferring him to the hospital for further treatment. According to the investigation, prior to the incident, Mr. Lop had carried zinc sheeting up to repair the roof of the Buddha image shelter, located over 3 meters high in what was formerly a temple site near high-voltage electrical poles. It is believed that as he carried the zinc sheeting upward, it may have made contact with the high-voltage power line, causing an electrical short circuit that electrocuted him and caused him to fall from the roof with resulting injuries. Community leaders stated that the area was the location of an old temple with a Buddha image that had been frequently flooded, leading to the temple's relocation to a new site while leaving the Buddha image behind. Residents had constructed a thatched roof to protect it from rain, but when the roof developed leaks, they requested permission from the electric utility company to repair it. However, due to its proximity to the high-voltage power lines, the accident occurred. Fortunately, no fatalities resulted from the incident.

Navy Commander denies weapons have leaked from the military following police arrest of a Chinese man carrying C-4 explosives in connection with a navy officer who sold firearms to Ming Chen Sun. The commander states the incident involves only individual misconduct and will not provide any assistance, emphasizing the officer must be removed from the organization. On May 14, at Haad Yao Beach in Sathib District, Chonburi Province, Admiral Pairojn Fuengchanthern, Commander of the Royal Thai Navy, addressed allegations that navy weapons were leaked in connection with the case of Ming Chen Sun, a Chinese national arrested after police discovered a large cache of military weapons. He stated he had investigated and confirmed there was no "leak" from the military, but rather an act of individual misconduct. He emphasized to naval units and commanding officers that no assistance will be provided, stressing that ethical conduct must come first and must be the individual's own responsibility before they can serve as a good naval officer. When asked about his concerns regarding multiple navy personnel involvement in recent cases, including the shooting of MP Kamlasak Leewamoh from Narathiwat and the Ming Chen Sun arrest, the Navy Commander stated he had no personal concerns since these are matters of individual conduct, and anything harmful must be removed from the organization, which he emphasized clearly.

Somsuth Tangkhacha, Marketing Director of Toyota Motor Thailand, alongside Sutthipong Smitchati, Race Director of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Thailand, presided over the awards ceremony for "TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Thailand: Champions of The Year 2025," presenting titles to the highest-scoring drivers of 2025 in the grand Make Race competition. The event was held under the concept "MAKE EVER-BETTER CARS From Circuit to the Road" at TOYOTA ALIVE Bang Na on May 14, 2025.

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Thailand 2025 showcases the prominence of the Toyota One Make Race, transmitting motorsport DNA to everyday drivers under the "MAKE EVER-BETTER CARS" philosophy through intense competition across four main classes, spanning major cities including Chonburi, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Buriram. This aims to propel promising new drivers toward professional racing careers.

Beyond on-track intensity, Toyota delivered a complete motorsport festival experience, featuring GR vehicle performance showcases in the GR Performance & Drift Show and GR Experience Hot lab with exclusive GR models. Entertainment came from the TOYOTA Racing Star Team, led by Miya Thongjuea, Payupay Orio, and Pangpond-Akkaravut, generating overwhelming response both at the track and online. This reflects the widespread appeal of motorsport and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Thailand's success as Thailand's most popular motorsport competition.

The 2025 Champions of The Year across all four classes are:

Yaris ATIV Lady One Make Race: 1. #135 Piyawadee Prutsathorn - A Motorsport & BoxzaRacing Team 2. #107 Sitanan Pikulkajorn - Bfin Racing Compact Wise the Hub 3. #156 Arinyada Horn - Sittipol OT Energy Drink 4. #195 Khemisara Konpudsa - Burgundi Motorsport 5. #189 Kittiya Thirawatwarti - KT Team Thailand

Yaris One Make Race: 1. #22 Komura Toshiki - RUK TEAM NEXZTER PMC52 2. #68 Siripakorn Yabyant - TMC-Drive 68 Lenso by Woot Bangbon3 3. #23 Abdull Miqail - 23 Motors Racing Team 4. #59 Benchrong Chomaigul - Superclub Racing Team 5. #44 Kittinart Lueangarunchai - RUK TEAM NEXZTER PMC52

Hilux REVO One Make Race: 1. #4 Nruchit Kiartimonisr - TD Racing by SP Auto 2. #3 Kittisak Siangslak - BKC Voltronic By House Of Cars x Vangarg Garage 3. #19 Niruth Suchrit 4. #49 Pongsathorn Onon - KM Racing 5. #13 Chalermpol Phonlukkarin

Corolla ALTIS GR Sport One Make Race: 1. #9 Sitthichai Khannimit - SpeedRev Racing By NCL Service (eligible to join TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Thailand as a full-fledged driver in the 2026 season, reflecting the program's goal of developing Thai drivers to professional level) 2. #10 Akkaravut Mangklasut - TOYOTA Racing Star Team 3. #11 [Information incomplete]