On May 15, 2026, at the Justice Ministry on Chaengwattana Road, attorney Ekchai Mangtong appeared alongside two victims to petition the Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Justice Ministry for justice in a drunk driving case that resulted in one death and two severe injuries since 2022. To date, the victims have received no compensation from the at-fault party, and the case has not progressed with no charges filed against the driver.

Victim Ms. Nathmol Lomrat recounted that the incident occurred in the early morning hours of December 30, 2022, in the Khok Khraam Police Station area. She and two friends were riding a motorcycle to buy supplies when a car suddenly collided with them from behind, killing the passenger and severely injuring both the driver and herself. They were rushed to the hospital.

Ms. Nathmol noted that investigators later determined the at-fault driver had alcohol content of 198 milligrams per percent and charges were filed. She subsequently filed a civil lawsuit seeking damages, and the defendant agreed to pay her and the injured friend 150,000 baht each. However, over two and a half years later, she has received no settlement funds—only hospital assistance payments of 5,000 baht on two or three occasions.

Ms. Nathmol stated that she had not followed up on the defendant, assuming he would contact her, but he never did. The criminal case has shown no progress from investigators. She is asking the Justice Ministry to help determine where the case is stuck. She emphasized that she and her friend still require medical treatment with ongoing expenses, and the injuries have affected their ability to work.

Attorney Ekchai said the case must be tracked to determine its current status at Khok Khraam Police Station. With nearly three years having passed and evidence being clear-cut, the case should have been filed within a year. He warned that if there is further delay or no action taken, they may file charges against the investigating officers themselves. Regarding the civil settlement, if the defendant fails to comply with the agreement, enforcement proceedings will be initiated. In the criminal case, he believes the delay stems from the investigators' failure to file charges. The victims have received no updates, prompting today's petition to the Justice Ministry for assistance.

Lao Lottery Today: May 15, 2025 Draw Results - Pattana Lottery Latest Winning Numbers

Here are the complete results for the Lao government lottery (Pattana Lottery) under the Ministry of Finance's supervision for the latest draw on May 15, 2025:

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

Pattana Lottery 5/45 Format Results for May 15, 2025 For the 5/45 format draw, the winning numbers are: XX, XX, XX, XX, XX

Lao Lottery Prize Rates and Payout Calculations Winners can calculate their winnings based on ticket purchase amount (in Lao Kip) as follows: 4 digits: Win 6,000 times the bet (example: bet 1,000 kip = win 6,000,000 kip) 3 digits: Win 500 times the bet (example: bet 1,000 kip = win 500,000 kip) 2 digits: Win 60 times the bet (example: bet 1,000 kip = win 60,000 kip)

What is the Lao Lottery or Pattana Lottery? When is it drawn? The Lao Lottery, officially known as the Pattana Lottery, is operated by the state-owned Pattana Lottery Company under supervision of the Lao Ministry of Finance. It is the legally authorized government lottery of Laos.

Lao Lottery Draw 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 Bangkok time Broadcast channels: Lao National Radio and Lao National Television Channel 1 (LNTV)

How to Check the Lao Lottery: 6-Digit, Last 4-Digit, Dream Numbers, and Animal Numbers The lottery system begins with a single 6-digit draw that can be divided into multiple prize categories based on regional preference. The last 4-digit number is the most popular format used across most areas. Additionally, there are dream number lotteries (4/40) and animal number lotteries, which are unique gambling traditions in Laos.

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Chinese superstar Zhao Lusi has posted a video on Douyin after returning from a concert in Thailand, drawing fans' attention to Thai products featured prominently in the clip, including the iconic Yaa Dom Hanuman balm on her table.

The video shows Zhao Lusi relaxing and enjoying Thai seaweed snacks, which delighted her many fans. However, what particularly caught the eye of Thai viewers was the clear presence of Yaa Dom Hanuman on the table in the video.

Following the video's release, numerous fans flooded the comments section with playful remarks about Zhao Lusi's charm and the Thai products that appear to be favorites of hers, with many crediting it as another example of Thai soft power gaining traction among Asian celebrities.

Yaa Dom Hanuman is a long-popular traditional Thai herbal product that can be easily purchased at convenience stores and pharmacies throughout the country.

The Thai Meteorological Department forecasts heavy thunderstorms and increased rainfall across Thailand over the next 24 hours due to a strengthening southwest monsoon system. Heavy to very heavy rain is expected in the northern, central, and eastern regions, with the most severe rainfall predicted in provinces including Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampoon, Lampang, Tak, and Kamphaeng Phet in the north; Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Pathom, and Ratchaburi in the central region; and Chanthaburi and Trat in the east. The department warns the public to prepare for potential flash floods, landslides, and accumulated rainfall, particularly in foothill and low-lying areas near waterways. Residents are also advised to monitor their health during weather fluctuations. Maritime conditions are hazardous, with waves in the upper Andaman Sea reaching 2-3 meters (over 3 meters in thunderstorm zones), while the lower Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand see waves of 1-2 meters (over 2 meters in thunderstorms). Fishermen are urged to exercise caution and avoid thunderstorm areas, with small vessels in the upper Andaman Sea advised to stay ashore. Temperatures will range from 22-37°C depending on region, with southwest winds at 10-40 km/h.

On May 15, Deputy Transport Minister Siripong Angkoskulkiat chaired a meeting to drive forward the policy for upgrading school bus safety standards to international levels. The meeting included the Director-General of the Department of Land Transport Sarapong Paiturpong and representatives from relevant agencies including the Ministry of Education, Office of the Basic Education Commission, Department of Local Administration, National Police Office, Consumer Protection Committee, Consumer Organizations Council, and road safety experts.

Deputy Minister Siripong stated that this meeting is part of implementing the government's policy to elevate school buses to international standards. The government prioritizes the welfare and safety of children and youth who will become the nation's future workforce. The objective is to integrate all school buses operating outside the regulatory system into proper oversight processes so that every vehicle meets safety standards prescribed by law. Lessons from past incidents will be analyzed to strengthen preventive measures.

Implementing school bus safety measures is not solely the responsibility of the Transport Ministry but requires cooperation and integration across relevant agencies. The Ministry of Education, through schools and educational institutions, must play a role in ensuring safe and convenient student transportation. The Ministry of Interior, through its Department of Local Administration, will drive area-level integration efforts and emphasize that local authorities must prioritize school bus services, particularly for disadvantaged children.

The Transport Ministry has been continuously working to upgrade school bus safety standards. The Department of Land Transport coordinated with the Ministry of Education to create a school bus database through schoolbussafety.dlt.go.th. To prepare for the new academic term, provincial transport offices have been instructed to coordinate with schools to inspect the braking systems of all school buses, as brake failure has been a major cause of recent accidents. Buses that fail inspection must be repaired before being used for student transportation.

The Deputy Minister emphasized that school bus safety is a complex issue involving multiple agencies and requires ongoing coordination.

A Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity has fled the Senate, where he had taken refuge to avoid arrest, according to officials. Sen. Ronald dela Rosa left the heavily guarded Senate building following volleys of gunfire Wednesday night exchanged between the building's security personnel and government agents positioned nearby, an incident that sparked confusion and apparently enabled his escape.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. issued a late-night television statement urging the public to remain calm, while police launched an investigation into suspicions that the shooting was deliberately orchestrated to provide dela Rosa with cover. "There is no obstruction of justice," Senate President Alan Cayetano stated regarding the senator's departure while under Senate protective custody, claiming he had not seen any ICC arrest warrant and that dela Rosa was free to leave.

Critics have called for Cayetano and the Senate security chief to be held accountable for the senator's escape. The 64-year-old dela Rosa served as national police chief under former President Rodrigo Duterte (2016-2022), who was arrested last March on an ICC warrant for alleged crimes against humanity related to deadly anti-drug operations. An ICC warrant unsealed Monday charges dela Rosa with crimes against humanity, specifically the murder of at least 32 people between July 2016 and April 2018, during his tenure leading the national police under Duterte's brutal drug war.

Dela Rosa has challenged the warrant's legality and petitioned the Supreme Court to block Philippine government enforcement of it. The court ordered dela Rosa and government officials to provide additional details within 72 hours. Both dela Rosa and Duterte have denied authorizing extrajudicial killings, though the former president previously made public threats against drug suspects.

The situation reflects escalating political tensions between the Duterte and Marcos families. Vice President Sara Duterte, Duterte's daughter, has accused Marcos of "kidnapping" her father and handing him over to a foreign court. These disputes underscore long-standing divisions within the Philippine democracy. On Monday, Sara Duterte faced impeachment by the House of Representatives, dominated by Marcos allies, over alleged unexplained wealth, misuse of state funds, and public threats to assassinate Marcos, his wife, and the House speaker if she were killed in their intensifying conflict. She has denied the allegations.