The 2026 FIFA World Cup has finished the round of 32 knockouts, with 16 teams advancing to the next stage. The complete list of 16 teams and their pairings for the round of 16 are as follows:

Canada vs. Morocco at 00:00 on July 5 (Thai time, night of July 4) Paraguay vs. France at 04:00 on July 5 (Thai time) Brazil vs. Norway at 03:00 on July 6 (Thai time) Mexico vs. England at 07:00 on July 6 (Thai time) Portugal vs. Spain at 02:00 on July 7 (Thai time, night of July 6) United States vs. Belgium at 07:00 on July 7 (Thai time) Argentina vs. Egypt at 23:00 on July 7 (Thai time) Switzerland vs. Colombia at 03:00 on July 8 (Thai time, night of July 7)

As July 2026 approaches, each person's fortune may shift. Astrologer Moe Chang Thosaphon Sritula has opened readings for six zodiac signs this month, featuring both fortunate signs and those requiring caution regarding work problems.

Aries stands out in work matters with advancement opportunities and good news about a new position. Business will flourish after overcoming persistent challenges. Financially, watch for leaking money with expenses tied to home repairs or vehicle purchases. In love, there are opportunities with younger partners, while those already coupled will enjoy stability.

Taurus enjoys excellent financial fortune, though money comes as stability and benefits rather than sudden luck. Beware of words in work that could spark conflict. In work negotiations, superiors will show kindness. Love requires nurturing, as small issues may become big ones.

Gemini shines brightly this month with powerful personal planets bringing work success and advancement. Negotiations will bring favorable outcomes. Finances look good with opportunities for income sharing, but avoid risky ventures that could create debt. Love thrives, and single signs may find stable, prosperous partners.

Cancer surges ahead, especially in luck and fortune. Those considering investments or recalling forgotten money may benefit. Work energy powered by Jupiter brings growth and opportunity—ideal for business ventures. Love remains settled and stable; singles should seek out new people.

Leo must grit teeth and persevere as helper planets are absent; self-reliance is essential. Boss problems and work stress loom, but after 2-3 months, all passes. Finances remain favorable with lucky investments succeeding. Love may face differences.

Virgo experiences a fortunate month, especially in work, with superiors showing kindness and promotions possible. Business thrives. May bring exhaustion but brings success and advancement. Financially active with luck, though expenses run high—donations on temple days are advised. Love shows little promise with possible relationship conflicts.

On July 4, 2026, at the 3rd Engineer Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division at Suranari Camp in Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Lieutenant General Wirayuth Raksil, Commander of Army Region 2, along with senior officers, visited to oversee the "Open House" event for the first batch of new recruits in 2026.

The Open House is a significant initiative designed to open the military camp to families and relatives of new recruits, allowing them to experience their loved ones' daily military life closely. Relatives can tour training areas, sleeping quarters, and dining facilities while learning about welfare systems and medical care provided.

Beyond boosting morale among new recruits, the event reassures families that the military will provide excellent care for each recruit as "the youngest member of the Royal Thai Army" through discipline training, quality-of-life management, and capability development to serve the nation.

On July 4, 2025, Theeraphot Kachmathey, director-general of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), announced that the Central Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Operations Center has been monitoring weather conditions and assessing risk factors. The Meteorological Department's first bulletin on Tropical Storm Maiskak indicates that a depression in the upper South China Sea has intensified into a tropical storm, expected to move through Hainan Island and make landfall in southern China between July 4-6. While the storm's center will not directly enter Thailand, its influence combined with a monsoon trough affecting the north and upper northeast, along with strong southwest monsoon winds over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, will cause significant rainfall increases and heavy downpours in some areas, particularly in the northern, northeastern, central, and southern regions from July 3-6.

Wave heights in the upper Andaman Sea will reach 2-3 meters, exceeding 3 meters in thunderstorm areas. The lower Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand will see approximately 2-meter waves, exceeding 2 meters during thunderstorms. The DDPM has identified 55 provinces across four regions requiring monitoring for flash floods, flooding, and mudslides, with four southern provinces—Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, and Krabi—also under alert for strong winds and waves from July 4-6.

The department has instructed all provinces and disaster prevention centers in high-risk areas to prepare for increased rainfall and heavy downpours that may cause flooding. Personnel have been directed to closely monitor weather conditions, rainfall, and water levels, while disaster response teams equipped with machinery have been stationed in vulnerable areas. Special attention is being given to areas with accumulated rainfall exceeding 90 millimeters in 24 hours and historically flood-prone zones, with urgent drainage operations underway to minimize damage.

A mother recounted her foreboding before her son, a Buddhist monk, was fatally struck by an 11-year-old driving a pickup truck during an alms-gathering procession. She recalled trying to stop him with concern, but he reassured her by saying "I won't die."

At 8:30 AM on July 4, 2025, a reporter met with Nang Pantja Chaileert, 69, from Pong Daeng village in Gud Khon Kaen Subdistrict, Phu Wiang District, Khon Kaen Province. She is the mother of Phra Kham Singh Chaileert, 41, who was struck and killed by an 11-year-old boy driving a pickup truck in Mukdahan Province. Nang Pantja remained deeply grieving and unable to come to terms with her youngest son's death.

Nang Pantja explained that Phra Kham Singh ordained during Buddhist Lent 2568. Before that, her son had suffered a severe accident requiring hospitalization, from which he recovered. However, following that accident, his physical condition and certain abilities were not fully restored. Eventually, Phra Yongyut came to practice his rainy season retreat at a temple in the village. Phra Kham Singh would often visit to speak with Phra Yongyut. When Phra Yongyut requested permission and consented to allow the young man to ordain, Nang Pantja felt great concern, given his previous accident and incomplete physical recovery. But Phra Yongyut assured her he would provide care himself and told her not to worry. Her son also expressed his desire to ordain, so she gave her permission.

"After his ordination, Phra Kham Singh and Phra Yongyut would often go on alms-gathering processions to various places and returned to the temple each time. Before the latest trip, Phra Kham Singh came home and said he would go on an alms procession first, then return to observe the rainy season retreat at the village temple as usual. Out of concern, I told him, 'Don't go, my son.' Phra Kham Singh replied, 'I won't die.' After that, he said nothing more and departed with the alms-gathering procession to Mukdahan Province."

Nang Pantja recounted that after learning of the accident, she was severely shocked, unable to function, her body weakened and exhausted. She urged her husband to call Phra Yongyut, but no one answered because Phra Yongyut was also injured in the incident. Later, a nephew who had accompanied the procession and was among the first to help reported that Phra Kham Singh was covered in blood. When they lifted his body, he gasped three times before becoming silent at the accident scene.

"I believe my son may have passed away right at the accident site. The night after the incident, the temple's dogs barked throughout the night. I believe Phra Kham Singh may have returned to the temple, choosing not to disturb his parents at home, since I had sent him off to a good rebirth and to the place he desired."

Below the Tides is partnering with local communities and young people to advance environmental protection through sustainable mangrove planting as part of the Mangroves Protect the Land Season 4 project at the Mangrove Forest School in Samut Songkhram province. Founded by environmental activists and siblings Arinchaya and Arisa Thongtaeng, Below the Tides continues driving change on the ground.

Most recently, the project returned to the Mangrove Forest School for Season 4 activities, bringing together student groups from local schools and working professionals as volunteers to plant mangroves and restore coastal ecosystems. Despite intense heat, volunteers remained committed to the cause.

This year's event marks the fourth consecutive year of Below the Tides' conservation work. The effort was graced by Phu Yai Daeng (Wisut Navamsiri), a former village headman and key figure in transforming eroded coastal land into the Mangrove Forest School. He also pioneered fish sauce production known locally as "mangrove rescue fish sauce." Community leaders welcomed the volunteers and updated them on environmental conditions.

Phu Yai Daeng expressed gratitude for the program's consistency, noting: "Though mangrove seedling survival rates may not reach one hundred percent, what truly matters is the 'heart' and 'dedication' of everyone returning year after year. This is the community's genuine driving force."

Mangrove forests represent nature's strongest yet most fragile defenses. Restoring fishing areas and coastlines enhances carbon sequestration, protects communities from erosion, and nurtures aquatic biodiversity. For Below the Tides, this annual event transcends tree planting—it creates lasting bonds between people and land, inspiring future generations to protect the environment.

Below the Tides thanks all students, working professionals, and community members who participated this season. The project continues advancing toward a greener, more sustainable future—one tree, one step at a time.