FEED x KHAOSOD Awards 2026 announces nominees in six popular categories

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5 August 2026, 18:18

The nominees for the popular categories at the FEED x KHAOSOD AWARDS 2026 have been announced, with fans set to vote for their favourites ahead of the awards ceremony on Sunday, 27 September 2026, at ICONSIAM HALL.

The awards feature six popular categories:

🏆 Most Popular Male Actor

Keng Harit Buayoi
TeeTee Wanpichit Nimitphakphum
Pooh Krittin Kitjaruwannakul

🏆 Most Popular Female Actor

Ginny Natnicha Pratipnatsiri
Sonya Saranphat Pedersen
Becky Rebecca Patricia Armstrong
Faye Peraya Malisorn
Mabel Siriwalee Siriwiboon
Lingling Sirilak Kwong

🏆 Most Popular Series/Drama

Duang with You
Khemjira Must Survive
Goddess Bless You From Death
Hometown Romance
Saneha Wayo

🏆 Best Chemistry

Keng Harit – Namping Napatsakorn
Lingling Kwong – Orm Kornnaphat
Faye Peraya – Atom Pariya
Pooh Krittin – Pavel Naret
TeeTee Wanpichit – Por Supakarn

🏆 Most Popular Artist

PP Krit
NuNew
Billkin
BUS because of you i shine
Jeff Satur
Ryal Kachabandit

🏆 Most Popular Song

GOOD (not) ENOUGH – PP Krit
แก้บน – Kantong Thungngoen
กลิ่นฝน (When It Rains) – Tle FirstOne
นับหนึ่ง (From Now On) – Billkin
NEW SEASON (ฤดูใหม่) – NuNew
ย้าย่ายะ – Uno Laothong

Voting will be open from 7 August to 21 September 2026, closing at 23:59.

Fans can cast their votes at:
https://feedxkhaosodawards.feedforfuture.co/

Voting consists of two formats:

Free Vote (unlimited votes), accounting for 20% of the total score.
Package Vote (unlimited votes), accounting for 80% of the total score.

The FEED x KHAOSOD Awards 2026 ceremony will be held on Sunday, 27 September 2026, at ICONSIAM Hall.

More details and updates are available through FEED, KHAOSOD and Matichon Group media channels.

#FEEDxKHAOSODAwards2026

The second Ukrainian film festival celebrates culture amid the shadow of war

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Seth Buren

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5 August 2026, 17:31

0-feat — Viktor Semenov, Ukraine’s chargé d’affaires to Thailand, speaks about the impact of Russia’s war on Ukrainian culture during the opening of the Second Ukrainian Film Festival at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre on 4 August 2026. The background of the image has been modified for web.

Ukrainian cinema took centre stage at Bangkok’s Art and Culture Centre on Monday, where chargé d’affaires Viktor Semenov linked Ukraine’s cultural heritage to its resilience during the war while condemning Russia for the deaths of thousands of innocent people.

The opening was attended by members of the diplomatic corps, Thai government officials and parliamentarians, as well as business representatives, members of the Ukrainian community, and the media.

Semenov spoke about how Ukraine’s 35th anniversary of independence was an occasion for reflection and pride.

“Culture never exists in a vacuum”

He told Thai officials, diplomats and other guests. “It grows out of what people live through and it is never guaranteed. It can be banned, erased or destroyed.”

He said Ukraine had spent almost a third of its modern history living through war since Russia’s aggression began, and described the conflict as a test of international rules intended to protect nations large and small.

After speaking about Ukrainian soldiers and civilians killed, wounded, displaced or held in captivity, Semenov invited the audience to honour the innocent victims of the war with a minute of silence.

4 web 1 — Photo courtesy of the Embassy of Ukraine on Facebook

The ceremony concluded with Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors, Serhii Parajanov’s 1965 classic. The embassy noted that the Oleksandr Dovzhenko National Film Studio, where the film was made, was hit by Russian missiles in June, resulting in extensive damage to the studio, which is said to house over 100,000 costumes.

Serhii Parajanov’s acclaimed 1965 film tells the tragic love story of two young Hutsuls from feuding families in the Carpathian Mountains. It is a lyrical tale in which grief, religion, tradition, and music intertwine through vivid, symbolic imagery.

Screenshot 2026 08 05 142010 — The opening shot from Parajanov’s *Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors (1965)*

Semenov said the film had significance far beyond its story. Made at a time when Ukrainian cultural expression faced pressure under Soviet rule, it brought Ukrainian language, music and traditions vividly to the screen.

“It was revolutionary for one simple reason,” he said.

It said Ukrainian culture exists and that it is beautiful.

Parajanov was later imprisoned by Soviet authorities, Semenov noted, but his work endured and is now regarded as a classic of Ukrainian cinema.

Semenov also thanked Thailand for its support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as humanitarian assistance.

The festival, which runs until 6 August, marks the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. The embassy said all films in the programme are being screened in Thailand for the first time.

Full show programme:

Wednesday, 5 August

Malevych (2025) – a biographical drama about the life and artistic journey of the famous Ukrainian avant-garde artist Kazymyr Malevych

The Underground Garden (2026) – a documentary about a children’s art studio operating in a Kharkiv bomb shelter and preparing for its first international exhibition.

Thursday, 6 August

The Stronghold (2017) – a family fantasy adventure inspired by the legends and heroes of Kyivan Rus’.

War Through the Eyes of Animals (2025) – an anthology of short films created with the participation of Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn and based on real stories of animals living during wartime.

Semenov thanked Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and the BACC for supporting the event, saying the films offered Thai audiences a chance to see Ukraine through its own stories, culture and people.

The festival is free to attend. Click here to register.
For more information, please contact the Embassy of Ukraine in Thailand
Facebook: Посольство України в Таїланді/Embassy of Ukraine in the Kingdom of Thailand

3 web 4 — Photo courtesy of the Embassy of Ukraine on Facebook

Indonesia arrests Malaysia Airlines pilot for smuggling drugs into Jakarta

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5 August 2026, 17:20

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian authorities said Friday they have arrested a Malaysia Airlines pilot accused of smuggling of more than 26 kilograms (57 pounds) of ecstasy and a package of methamphetamine shortly after he landed in Jakarta ’s international airport.

The 39-year-old Malaysian national, identified only by his initial, MS, was also allegedly on duty while under the influence of narcotics, said Eko Hadi Santoso, director of narcotics crimes at the National Police Criminal Investigation Agency.

The case was uncovered late Tuesday when customs officers inspecting baggage at the international arrival’s terminal of Soekarno-Hatta Airport noticed a suspicious suitcase during an X-ray screening. The luggage was later collected by the suspect, whom police identified as a pilot for Malaysian Airlines on flight MH727 from Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta, Santoso said.

He said customs officers took the pilot and the suitcase to a customs inspection room for further examination. Police said they found 14 large packages containing more than 70,000 ecstasy pills, weighing a total of about 26 kilograms (57 pounds), along with a separate package of methamphetamine. Police narcotics investigators took over the case.

“He has been named a suspect and detained,” Santoso told a joint news conference at the airport on Friday where police showed the drugs seized from the pilot to reporters. “Investigators are still conducting further inquiries to develop the network above him,” he said.

During questioning, MS allegedly told investigators that he had been instructed by another person to transport the ecstasy to Jakarta in exchange for 50,000 Malaysian ringgit (about $11,700), Santoso said. The pilot was told that after arriving in Jakarta he would receive further instructions from a person believed to be in Malaysia and that the drugs would be collected from his hotel by another individual.

According to Santoso, the pilot admitted to previously transporting drugs on two occasions. He told investigators that he had once delivered methamphetamine to Sabah, Malaysia, and later transported 7 kilograms (15 pounds) of methamphetamine to Jakarta.

The latest shipment on Tuesday was intercepted before it could be delivered. A drug test administered to the suspect showed positive results for methamphetamine, ecstasy and cocaine, Santoso said.

The pilot is being investigated under Indonesia’s narcotics law, which carries severe penalties for trafficking large quantities of illegal drugs, including the possibility of the death penalty. Police did not immediately say whether the suspect had legal representation.

Malaysia Airlines said it was cooperating with authorities and had launched an internal review of the incident.

“Malaysia Airlines wishes to reiterate that it does not tolerate any form of misconduct and is currently undertaking an internal review of the matter,” the airline said in a statement cited by Malaysian media on Friday.

The carrier added that the safety, security and integrity of its operations remain its top priorities.

Hengky Tomuan Parlindungan Aritonga, head of the Soekarno-Hatta Airport Customs Office, said the case was unusual because the alleged smuggling operation had infiltrated the aviation industry, where crew members receive separate baggage claim tags identifying them as airline personnel, he said, which creates a distinct processing channel from that used by passengers.

“At check-in in Kuala Lumpur, the baggage followed a different channel because the claim tag identified it as crew baggage,” Aritonga said.

He said investigators believe the trafficking network exploited special privileges typically granted to airline crews around the world, allowing them to move through airports under procedures different from regular passengers.

The Australian police recently arrested a Thai airline employee and charged her for allegedly importing more than 1 kilogram (2.2 pounds) of heroin into Melbourne.

The 26-year-old woman was on duty on board an international flight when she arrived at the Melbourne Airport on June 25. She was arrested after raising suspicions during a baggage screening, the Australian Federal Police said in a statement on its website.

Khon Kaen to declare disaster area after seven sinkholes

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5 August 2026, 15:47

Khon Kaen to declare disaster area after seven sinkholes

KHON KAEN — 5 August 2026, Authorities are preparing to declare a village in Khon Kaen a disaster area after seven sinkholes opened in farmland, while geologists say the collapses were caused by natural geological processes and warned residents to watch for signs of further ground subsidence.

Geologists from the Department of Mineral Resources’ Regional Office 2 in Khon Kaen inspected seven sinkholes in Ban Wang Charoen, Huai Muang subdistrict, Phu Pha Man district, alongside local officials.

The sinkholes measure an average depth of 4-5 metres.

Oruma Summat, director of the regional office, said inspections found each sinkhole was circular in shape and caused by the collapse of surface soil into underground cavities.

She said the cavities are not expected to continue expanding underground, allowing the sinkholes to be temporarily filled with soil as a short-term solution.

According to the department, the sinkholes formed in ancient limestone layers that fractured over millions of years due to tectonic movement. The natural cracks, combined with local geological conditions, eventually caused the ground to collapse.

Geologists advised residents to watch for bubbling water or air rising from the ground, which could indicate underground cavities and signal a potential sinkhole.

One resident, Ranong Khaophuang, said she noticed bubbles emerging while transplanting rice seedlings in her four-rai field and quickly moved away, fearing the ground could collapse.

She also questioned whether nearby limestone quarry operations could have contributed to the sinkholes, although authorities have not established any link.

Khon Kaen Governor Khajornkiat Rakpanichmanee said Ban Wang Charoen will be declared a disaster area after additional high-risk locations were identified.

Officials will cordon off dangerous areas and consider assistance measures for affected residents in accordance with the law.

Geologists added that the area has a history of recurring sinkholes because of its underlying limestone geology, while environmental factors and land use may also contribute to the phenomenon.

Municipal meeting photo goes viral after official’s glamorous look steals spotlight

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5 August 2026, 13:44

YALA — What was intended to be a routine photo from a municipal budget meeting has unexpectedly gone viral after social media users fixated on the glamorous appearance of one female official.

The viral image was posted by the Pattae Subdistrict Municipality in Yaha district, Yala province, following a meeting on 3 August to consider the municipality’s fiscal year 2027 budget ordinance and a three-year workforce plan covering 2027–2029.

While the post was meant to document the municipality’s regular duties, online attention quickly shifted to one female civil servant, whose full makeup and polished appearance stood out among the other officials in the meeting room.

The official, who serves as the municipality’s head of administration, later joined the conversation in the comments section after the photo attracted thousands of reactions and comments.

“To everyone who noticed that this photo was edited—you’re really good! The photo was brightened to hide the wrinkles from being extremely busy with work lately.” she wrote.

“I was wondering whether people would notice that the photo had been brightened. Everyone who spotted it, well done!”

Her lighthearted response drew further amusement online, with many praising her sense of humor as the image continued circulating across Thai social media.

Vietnam welcomes 13.9 million international visitors in first seven months of 2026

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5 August 2026, 13:12

Vietnam welcomed an estimated 13.9 million international visitors during the first seven months of 2026, a 13.8% increase from the same period last year, driven by strong growth from European and other long-haul markets, according to official data.

Figures released by Vietnam’s General Statistics Office on 3 August showed the country received 1.67 million foreign arrivals in July, down 0.7% from June but up 6.6% from July 2025, Sài Gòn Giải Phóng reported.

The January–July total reached 13.9 million international arrivals, continuing Vietnam’s tourism recovery despite the sector’s traditional low season.

Europe recorded the strongest growth among major source markets, with visitor numbers surging 53.4% year-on-year to more than 2.35 million. Arrivals from Oceania rose 22.5% to 437,900, while visitors from the Americas increased 18.9% to 796,800. Asia remained Vietnam’s largest source region, contributing 10.3 million visitors, up 6.8% from a year earlier.

The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism said the results were particularly encouraging as the global tourism industry continues to face economic and geopolitical uncertainties.

The agency attributed the sustained growth to easier visa policies, expanded international flight networks, stronger tourism promotion efforts, and continued improvements in tourism products and services.

China remained Vietnam’s largest inbound tourism market during the period, sending about 3.1 million visitors, or 22.2% of total international arrivals. South Korea ranked second with 2.4 million visitors, maintaining its position as one of Vietnam’s most important tourism markets.

For comparison, Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports reported that the kingdom welcomed 18.5 million international visitors between 1 January and 1 August, generating 896.2 billion baht in tourism revenue, although arrivals were down 3.19% from the same period last year.

Thai FM says Chinese envoy should explain Suvarnabhumi row, not inflame tensions

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Khaosod English

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5 August 2026, 12:19

BANGKOK — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow on Wednesday said the Chinese ambassador to Thailand should help explain the controversy surrounding Chinese tourists at Suvarnabhumi Airport and avoid making statements that deepen public tensions.

Speaking at Government House on 5 August, Sihasak said he had previously discussed similar incidents with the Chinese ambassador, describing them as highly sensitive issues requiring careful diplomatic handling.

“The ambassador should come forward to explain the situation, not simply defend China’s interests, but also help build understanding,” Sihasak said.

“The ambassador is stationed in Thailand. The primary duty is to promote relations between our two countries and foster mutual understanding between our peoples.”

His remarks came after around 20 Chinese passengers were denied boarding at Suvarnabhumi Airport. The incident drew increased online attention after video emerged showing Thai airport security officer making a racist gesture.

Sihasak stressed that diplomats should be mindful of their role when addressing such disputes.

“Therefore, any public statements by the ambassador must take that responsibility into account and should not add to the current tensions,” he said. “I believe the ambassador understands this.”

He added that the same principle applies to Thai diplomats serving abroad.

“The Thai ambassador in China must also work to preserve good relations between our countries,” he said.

Sihasak said Thailand must continue enforcing its immigration regulations while ensuring visitors have a positive experience, adding that authorities should strike a balance between law enforcement and maintaining the country’s image as a welcoming destination.

Mechanic says he feared becoming another victim in 5-body murder case

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5 August 2026, 10:17

Mechanic says he nearly took his own life after pressure in 5-body murder case

CHONBURI — A motorcycle mechanic who became a key witness in the investigation into the alleged five-body murder case involving suspect “Pong” said he nearly took his own life after facing intense pressure and public suspicion that he had helped the accused.

Speaking publicly for the first time on the night of 4 August 2026, the 43-year-old mechanic, known as “Neng”, said he was the person heard in an audio clip providing police with information about a motorcycle linked to two missing Russian siblings.

Neng said he saw another suspect, Thong, dismantling a motorcycle near an old cemetery in Huai Yai, Bang Lamung district, on 26 July 2026. When Russian residents later posted missing-person notices featuring the siblings and their motorcycle, he recognised the vehicle immediately and contacted Huai Yai police.

He insisted he had acted in good faith and had cooperated fully with investigators from the beginning.

Neng said Thong had worked for him making charcoal, while Pong had stayed at his property for nearly two months after being released from prison in June. He claimed Pong had appeared to behave normally and had helped with household chores, but later learned that Pong allegedly carried a handgun regularly and used the same weapon in the murders of the Russian siblings and a Thai family of three.

The mechanic said Pong and Thong had also stolen his red Honda Scoopy motorcycle, which was allegedly used during the crimes and later during their escape.

Neng said the emotional toll had been overwhelming. He described himself as having “raised a cobra” by giving Pong shelter and said he had been unable to eat or sleep because of the investigation and rumours circulating in the community.

“I almost put a gun to my temple and ended my life,” he said, adding that a phone call and the arrival of police officers at his house stopped him from pulling the trigger.

He denied any involvement in the killings and said he wanted to clear his name, stressing that he was the one who provided police with crucial information that helped advance the investigation.

Neng also defended Huai Yai police, saying officers had worked tirelessly and successfully solved the case. He said Pong deserved the harshest possible punishment for the alleged murders.

Authorities have not accused Neng of involvement in the killings, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Bangkok asks public to stop food handouts on Ratchadamnoen to curb homeless gatherings

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4 August 2026, 18:50

BANGKOK — Bangkok authorities have asked the public to stop distributing free food along Ratchadamnoen Klang Road, saying the practice has contributed to growing gatherings of homeless people following recent fights that raised public safety concerns.

The measure took effect on Tuesday after officials from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), police and the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security inspected the area.

Gen. Niphat Thonglek, chief adviser to Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, said food donations made with good intentions had become a key factor drawing homeless people to the area to wait for handouts.

He said the gatherings had led to problems including disorder, littering, blocked walkways, violent altercations and safety concerns for residents and visitors.

Authorities have designated the area as a surveillance zone and will increase patrols by municipal officers and police, particularly from 18:00 until the following morning, when homeless people typically begin gathering. Mobile patrol units will also monitor the area.

The BMA will install signs informing the public of regulations under the Public Cleanliness and Orderliness Act and enforce the law against violations. It is also urging residents and charitable groups not to stop their vehicles to distribute food along Ratchadamnoen Klang Road until further notice.

Niphat said the city’s objective was not to drive homeless people away without support but to encourage them to use Baan Imjai, a BMA shelter that provides accommodation, meals and access to social services.

He described Ratchadamnoen Road as “the country’s living room” and said it should remain clean, orderly and safe for the public, tourists and young people.

Pol. Gen. Adis Ngamjitsuksri, another adviser to the Bangkok governor, urged donors to channel food assistance through Baan Imjai or one of the Food Banks operated by Bangkok’s 50 district offices.

He said the system would ensure food reached those in need while reducing homeless gatherings in public spaces and improving safety for pedestrians and road users.

Thailand’s first moon mission to launch Thai-made payload

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4 August 2026, 17:52

Thailand's first moon mission to launch Thai-made payload

BANGKOK — Thailand is preparing for a historic step in space exploration, with a Thai-designed and developed scientific payload set to travel to the Moon as part of China’s Chang’e 7 mission on 24 August 2026.

Yotsanan Wongsawat, deputy prime minister and minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, announced the country’s readiness on 4 August during a press conference titled “Thailand’s First Mission to Explore the Moon.”

The CE-7 MATCH scientific payload, developed by Thai researchers and engineers at the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT), will be one of seven international scientific instruments carried by the Chang’e 7 mission.

The launch of the Long March-5 Y14 rocket carrying the Chang’e 7 spacecraft will be broadcast live from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in China’s Hainan province on 24 August.

The mission marks the first time a Thai-developed scientific payload has passed international standards and been selected to participate in a major global lunar exploration mission.

Yotsanan said the achievement was more than a scientific milestone, describing it as evidence of Thailand’s progress in developing human capital and moving towards an innovation-driven economy.

The mission will involve operating in an orbit approximately 200 kilometres above the Moon’s surface, presenting significant technical challenges while creating opportunities to develop advanced engineering expertise and strengthen Thailand’s emerging space economy.

The CE-7 MATCH instrument will monitor space conditions and measure cosmic radiation while studying the relationship between Earth, the Sun and the Moon. It is expected to conduct continuous observations of solar storms over the next three years.

The data could contribute to monitoring and warning systems for satellites around the world, while helping develop Thai engineers with expertise in space-grade technology.

Yotsanan said the most important outcome of the Thailand Moonshot mission was not only the scientific instrument itself but also the development of people.

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation and the Ministry of Education are working together to broadcast the historic launch to more than 3 million young people across Thailand.

The initiative will also partner with Sea (Thailand), using digital platforms with more than 20 million users to expand access to STEM education and inspire young people to pursue careers in science, engineering and technology.

Education Minister Akaranan Kannkittinan said the Ministry of Education had long promoted STEM learning, but the greater goal was to create inspiration among young people.

The mission would show Thai children that technology developed by Thai people could achieve global recognition and reach the Moon, encouraging them to dream bigger and potentially become world-class scientists in the future, he said.

NARIT director Wiphu Rujopakan said the CE-7 MATCH instrument would measure cosmic radiation and study the Earth-Sun-Moon relationship, supporting preparations for the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) in the future.

He said the mission demonstrated that Thai technology had successfully passed international standards and earned a place in a major global lunar exploration programme.

“The most valuable outcome of this mission is not only the instrument itself, but the potential of Thai people who have grown through the challenge,” Wiphu said.

Thai PBS director Wanchai Tantiwitthayaphitak said the broadcaster would provide live coverage from the Wenchang launch site on 24 August, including real-time mission analysis by experts.

Thai PBS will also create an online learning hub featuring news, in-depth articles and videos about the mission and space exploration.

Meanwhile, Sea (Thailand) senior director Sarut Wanichphan said the company would expand access to STEM learning through its digital platforms.

Information about the CE-7 MATCH mission and the Chang’e 7 launch will be shared through Shopee, while Garena Free Fire’s Craftland mode will feature an “Into the Universe” themed map where users can explore and participate in a real-time launch countdown.

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation has invited the public, young people and schools nationwide to watch the live broadcast of the Chang’e 7 launch and the CE-7 MATCH mission on 24 August.

The broadcast will be available through NARIT, the Ministry of Education, Thai PBS and Thai PBS Sci & Tech Facebook pages, as well as NARIT Thailand and OBEC Channel on YouTube.

Additional mission updates and educational activities will be shared through NARIT, the Ministry of Education and Shopee Thailand throughout the mission.

Full show programme:

Wednesday, 5 August

Thursday, 6 August

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