In today's stream, we'll delve into the fascinating cultural concepts of **Mia Luang** and **Mia Noi** in Thailand. The term **Mia Luang** refers to the legal or primary wife, holding the highest status and official recognition in a marriage. In contrast, **Mia Noi** translates to "minor wife" or "mistress" and denotes a woman in a long-term relationship with a man without the legal marriage status. These traditional practices, while less common today, offer a unique glimpse into Thailand's cultural heritage and evolving social dynamics. Join us as we explore how these roles have influenced and continue to shape relationships in Thai society.

Navigating relationships can be complex, and sometimes doubt can creep in, leading to questions about where things stand. If you find yourself needing to ask about the status of your relationship, it might be a signal to pause and reflect. Taking the time to understand your own feelings and learn more about your partner can provide the clarity you need. Instead of seeking external validation, focusing on personal growth and communication can strengthen the foundation of your relationship, helping you to move forward with confidence.

An American YouTuber who is the son of well-known Spanish actors has admitted to the murder and dismemberment of a man, followed by scattering the victim's body parts across a popular tourist island, as stated by authorities in Thailand.
Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, 29, appeared in court on Monday after being arrested on suspicion of killing Edwin Arrieta Arteaga, 44, a Colombian surgeon.
Details of the gruesome case first emerged last week when local media reported that body parts had been discovered around the island of Koh Phangan, a destination known for its lively parties and psychedelic retreats.
Sancho, a chef with a YouTube channel, initially reported the person missing, but later confessed over the weekend, according to Thai police.
He informed investigators that he had a confrontation with Arrieta last Wednesday, as Sancho wanted to end their relationship due to Arrieta's plans to marry someone else in Indonesia, explained Koh Phangan police captain Sucheep Chadakarn to NBC News.

Police have not yet confirmed whether a 25-year-old Japanese woman took her own life, as claimed by her husband when she was found dead in their hotel room on Monday. Ami Hosoe's Japanese husband informed the police that she had been suffering from depression and was suicidal.
He stated that she had attempted to strangle herself with a wire in their hotel room on Sunday night. According to Chiang Mai police commander Pol Maj Gen Thawatchai Pongwiwatanachai, he managed to save his wife at the time and later hid the hairdryer. The Japanese husband denied having any disagreement with his wife.
Authorities reported that the couple left their hotel room and went to a convenience shop at 3:45 a.m. on Monday. They returned to their room, and he went to bed. However, when he woke up on Monday morning, he discovered his wife dead in the bathroom.
The husband told the police that his wife was found face down in the bathtub with a phone charging cable wrapped around her neck. Before notifying the hotel staff, he allegedly moved the body and placed it face up on the hotel room floor.
The police are currently reviewing the woman's medical records to check for any signs of depression. They are also awaiting the autopsy report from Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital.
The couple had a business in Bangkok and were on vacation in Chiang Mai. They had checked into the Parc Borough hotel on Mahidol Road in Muang district on Saturday. According to Pol Maj Gen Thawatchai, surveillance footage confirmed that no one else entered the couple's room before the incident. The couple was scheduled to check out at noon on Monday.

In the aftermath of an arrest involving threats of online extortion, Pol. Maj. Gen. Teeradet Thammasutee, the Commander of Investigation at the Metropolitan Police Headquarters, issued a warning to individuals, particularly butlers and men seeking connections with strangers. He emphasized the importance of not judging a person solely by their appearance.
The Metropolitan Police, in collaboration with the Police Cyber Task (PCT) officers, successfully located and apprehended Mr. Ekapon, also known as Prairie, a 29-year-old individual involved in "joint extortion." The arrest took place at a residence on Phetkasem-Tha Phra Road in Bangkok Yai District, Wat Tha Phra, while Prairie was live streaming online.
Investigations have revealed that Prairie, a transgender woman, employed Twitter as a platform to target male victims using seductive photos. Through chats, she enticed victims into sharing pictures of their genitalia, which she used to determine whether or not to pursue further interactions.
Upon receiving these pictures, Prairie resorted to threats, demanding money from the victims to prevent the exposure of their images on social media or contacting their spouses. The extortion amounts ranged from 500 to 1,000 baht per transaction, occurring multiple times throughout the day. The victims were coerced to transfer funds until reaching a total of 40,000 baht, which eventually prompted one victim to file a lawsuit.

During questioning, Prairie disclosed her identity as a transgender woman who had not undergone sex reassignment surgery. Allegedly, she pursued a career through the M Live app, broadcasting explicit content to an average audience of 10,000 viewers and amassing over 300,000 followers. However, Prairie has denied these claims.
Maj. Gen. Theeradet expressed the belief that numerous criminal organizations may engage in similar activities as Prairie. He highlighted the fact that some victims, fearing repercussions, remained silent about their abuse, with some even contemplating suicide as an escape from their distressing experiences.
In light of these circumstances, Maj. Gen. Theeradet urged the victims to come forward and report their cases to the public relations department. Clues and information can be provided by contacting him through the Facebook page Seub Nakornban IDMB - สืบนครบาล IDMB."

During a Dear Deidre phone-in on This Morning (UK), a woman who called herself 'Julie' shared her concerns about her husband's mysterious disappearances to Thailand and his habit of sending 'hundreds of pounds' there each month.
The 70-year-old woman claimed that her husband would leave without informing her and would be tight-lipped about where the money was going, stating that it was 'none of her business'.
As the story was recounted to the agony aunt, Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby listened with shock. Julie revealed that her husband usually disappeared on Wednesday nights without leaving a note or informing her.
She also expressed her emotional distress about the situation, saying that she did not know what to do at the age of 70, adding that she was concerned about how long she had left.

Deidre responded to Julie's distress by suggesting that her husband was not being faithful and urged her not to 'carry on putting up with this'. She went on to condemn her husband's behaviour as 'appalling' and reminded Julie that the money he was funneling out was family income.
It remains unclear what the couple's financial situation is, as Julie confirmed that the money was not taken out of a joint account. The hosts and viewers on Twitter were appalled by the situation and offered various suggestions, from changing the locks to seeing a solicitor.
Phillip Schofield voiced his opinion that the husband was likely being unfaithful and going to Thailand to see another person, whether male or female. Meanwhile, Twitter users urged Julie to leave her husband immediately or to change the locks next time he goes away.

Police have reported that a woman who was tired of her married life has been arrested for hiring a Myanmar man to kill her husband of more than 20 years, for the sum of just 400 baht. Kanda Cheewasawat, 46, was apprehended by Region 5 police in Chiang Mai last week for arranging the murder of her husband, Phetchaburapa Meesri, 53, whose body was found in a forest in Mae Hong Son province. The victim had been beaten to death with bamboo rods and his body was discovered by a local on Jan 25, who alerted Khun Yuam police.
Following inquiries, Region 5 police traced the suspect to Joma Ae, a Myanmar national who works on an orchard in the village. According to one news report, Joma Ae confessed to the murder, saying that he was not angry with the victim, but that he had killed him because he was hired to do so. Ms Kanda had paid him 400 baht for the killing and promised him her daughter if he was successful.
Ms Kanda had been married to Phetchaburapa for over two decades and had reportedly wanted to leave him, but he had refused to let her do so. The couple argued frequently, and she decided to have him killed.
Region 5 police eventually apprehended Ms Kanda in Chang Puak, Chiang Mai, where she had gone into hiding. During interrogation, she admitted to having her husband killed, stating that she was angry with him. She was subsequently handed over to Khun Yuam police for further legal action.

Following inquiries, Region 5 police traced the suspect to Joma Ae, a Myanmar national who works on an orchard in the village. According to one news report, Joma Ae confessed to the murder, saying that he was not angry with the victim, but that he had killed him because he was hired to do so. Ms Kanda had paid him 400 baht for the killing and promised him her daughter if he was successful.
Ms Kanda had been married to Phetchaburapa for over two decades and had reportedly wanted to leave him, but he had refused to let her do so. The couple argued frequently, and she decided to have him killed.
Region 5 police eventually apprehended Ms Kanda in Chang Puak, Chiang Mai, where she had gone into hiding. During interrogation, she admitted to having her husband killed, stating that she was angry with him. She was subsequently handed over to Khun Yuam police for further legal action.