The government is partnering with five ministries to launch the THAILAND² event, aiming to drive economic growth and upskill Thai workers across all sectors. The initiative will transform education, science, research, and innovation to prepare the nation for the modern world.

On July 20, Deputy Government Spokesperson Pattarasmee Thongsowaykorn announced that THAILAND²—Squaring Thailand's Power and Upgrading Human Capital—is the first major initiative of its kind, bringing together five key ministries. The program aims to create opportunities and develop skills for all Thai people across every profession, while modernizing education, science, research, and innovation for the new era.

The event will take place on July 21 at 13:00 at Kasetsart University, with Prime Minister Anuthih Charnveerakul and the Minister of Interior as the opening speakers.

The "squared growth" concept emphasizes sustainable development with people at the center, expanding access to learning by distributing capital and education widely to reduce inequality. It will produce highly skilled workers aligned with future industries such as digital, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy, while promoting innovation and transforming research into practical solutions for daily life and economic value.

The THAILAND² event will showcase 90-day accomplishments and concrete development policies from five ministries: Agriculture and Cooperatives, Education, Higher Education and Science/Research/Innovation, Social Development and Human Security, and Labour. The program will also feature networking activities to unite efforts in elevating Thai potential. Attendance is free and live streaming will be available via the Higher Education Ministry's Facebook Live.

Young actor Justin has seen his life transform from happiness to deep regret in just days following the resurfacing of old social media posts. He has apologized to everyone affected and accepted full responsibility for his actions.

GMMTV announced the immediate termination of its contract with actor Justin Moir after old reposts containing offensive and discriminatory content on multiple issues were discovered and criticized. The posts included sexist remarks and content promoting violence.

Most recently, Justin Moir posted a sincere apology, acknowledging that his actions were genuinely wrong. He emphasized that the reposts do not represent his true beliefs or opinions. In his statement, he said: "Hello everyone, I'm Justin. My life has changed from the happiest time to the most sorrowful and regretful in just a few days, as a result of my own actions. I understand and respect that many people may not be able to accept my apology or forgive what I reposted on social media. I will take time to reflect on myself and learn from this mistake. I accept full responsibility for everything. I understand that the reposts I made in the past were inappropriate. I am truly sorry. At the time, I simply hit repost without thinking at all, without considering the meaning of the posts. That is where I was genuinely wrong."

Justin revealed that he has already faced consequences and will be more careful going forward. However, he wants everyone to know sincerely that these posts do not represent his true beliefs or opinions. He now understands that everything he does on social media will impact the people and life he cares about. He has already suffered the consequences and will be more cautious. He emphasized that he is not writing this to ask for a second chance or to expect immediate forgiveness. He simply wants to speak from his heart and help people understand his perspective. "I sincerely apologize to everyone affected by this and thank everyone for listening to my perspective. – Justin"

At 4:10 a.m. on July 20, 2025, Bang Bua Thong Police Station received a report of a sedan colliding with a tuk-tuk in a residential community in Sone Loi subdistrict, Bang Bua Thong district, Nonthaburi province. Officers, foundation staff, and a forensic doctor rushed to the scene near Soi 12.

Three people died in the crash. Two were found dead at the scene: an 82-year-old woman and a 37-year-old woman who was the tuk-tuk driver. A 77-year-old woman received emergency CPR for 30 minutes but died shortly after, bringing the total death toll to three.

At the scene, the damaged tuk-tuk lay overturned, its front crushed. The black BMW sedan with Bangkok registration was wedged against a tree. The driver, a 31-year-old man named Yotthon, remained at the scene cooperating with police.

Relatives said the two elderly victims regularly used this tuk-tuk service to go to Bang Bua Thong market.

When questioned, the BMW driver appeared confused and claimed he did not see the tuk-tuk as he entered from the main village entrance. Police measured his blood alcohol level and found it to be 152 milligrams per deciliter. He was taken into custody for prosecution.

Police said preliminary investigation showed the tuk-tuk exited Soi 12 at the same moment the BMW was approaching at high speed, causing the violent collision. Authorities plan to review security camera footage from the scene. The driver will face charges, and the victims' bodies have been transferred to the Institute of Forensic Medicine for autopsy.

Popeiya Karaweela, a prominent news anchor at Workpoint Channel 23, has resigned after nine years with the network. Her husband, Chin Thanaphat Tirangkul, also a news anchor, posted a tribute featuring her employee ID card, reflecting on her years of service. He wrote that the badge had hung around her neck constantly for nine years without ever being removed, accompanying her through every step of her career with dedication and full effort from the very beginning of the channel's construction.

Chin explained his wife's decision to resign, noting that her work had become like a part of her life—she loved it dearly and sacrificed much for the organization. Despite the challenges and hardships she endured without explanation, she gave everything with her whole heart. He expressed pride in seeing her finally rest and in witnessing her leadership in her final mission with the team, adding that he was proud of her courage in choosing a new path.

In related news, Popeiya congratulated her husband on receiving the Outstanding Male News Anchor Award of 2569 from Channel 5's entertainment variety show. She praised his exceptional skills and credited him as a major influence on her own journalism career. She also thanked him for believing in her during a difficult decision about her work, saying that despite having countless reasons to hold her back, he chose to support her because he did not want to see her cry—a decision she promised never to betray.

The Thai Meteorological Department forecasts light to moderate rain across Thailand over the next 24 hours due to a weak southwest monsoon system affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. Thunderstorm hazards are expected nationwide, and the public is urged to remain vigilant. Wave heights in the upper Andaman Sea and upper Gulf range from 1–2 meters, while the lower Andaman Sea sees approximately 1 meter; thunderstorm areas may experience waves exceeding 2 meters, and sailors are advised to navigate with caution and avoid storm zones.

Regional forecasts show scattered thunderstorms: the North (30% coverage, chiefly in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, and Tak); the Northeast (20%, mainly Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, and Ubon Ratchathani); the Central region (10%, mostly Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Chainat, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, and Nakhon Pathom); the East (20%, chiefly Nakhon Nayok, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat); and the South. Bangkok and its surrounding areas expect 10% thunderstorm coverage mainly between afternoon and evening, with maximum temperatures of 35–37°C.

For the South (East Coast), thunderstorms are forecast at 20% coverage across Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat, with sea waves around 1 meter and higher waves exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm zones. The South (West Coast) faces 20% thunderstorm coverage in Phuket, Krabi, Trang, and Satun, with maximum temperatures of 32–35°C and similar sea conditions.

Krishnan Sripoomi, owner of gelato shop Jelato, has faced days of heated online debate over pricing, customer rules, and social media commentary on Thai consumer mindset. On July 19, he broke his silence for the first time, addressing all the controversy surrounding bans on chewing and photography, defending his pricing, and reiterating that everything he does aims to ensure customers experience the best product possible.

When asked what he wanted to clarify first amid the drama, Krishnan explained: "Let me talk about eating. The reason I ask people not to chew is that I want them to take small spoonfuls and not take photos—it will melt. I'm serious. I work in my own kitchen, and when I make it, the taste of gelato is very intense. When eating, I want each spoonful to be perfect. Photography is normally fine, but this is what I truly intended. A 400-500 baht cup of gelato—I want customers to take it and eat it without it melting, with every spoonful being delicious and perfect. That's my goal. But I can't force customers. I'm just explaining my intention."

When asked if his rules were about protecting content or recipe secrets, Krishnan denied it: "It has nothing to do with recipe theft. This is about not taking photos while eating. My shop is like a fish tank now—everyone films and takes pictures, which is normal. But my intention is clear: I want every customer to enjoy every spoonful. We all know that when you photograph food and leave it, the quality isn't the same. But with my gelato, which is expensive, I want customers to have a good experience."

He also addressed the viral video of a younger person chewing gelato with millions of views, saying they were just playing around at his shop. Krishnan emphasized that content creators visit daily and they joke together, which has helped his shop gain visibility.

Regarding his controversial post about Thai consumer mindset, Krishnan explained his genuine intention: "I felt that if we had two countries or two families, one where people focus on doing good things would develop, while the other with restrictions wouldn't progress. This discourages people who want to make quality products. That's my real thought. Please listen without drama. In your own home with your family, when you do anything... it's about removing restrictions."