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Police

Durian Trader Found Dead in Chee River

A durian trader was found dead in the Chee River in Yasothon Province after his motorcycle and shoes were discovered abandoned on the riverbank on June 30, reportedly following financial losses from a fraudulent trading deal.

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On June 30, 2569, rescue unit Huk 31 Yasothon received a report from Yasothon police station about a motorcycle and men's shoes found abandoned on the banks of the Chee River in Baan Kud Khong, Muang District, Yasothon Province. Police and rescue personnel posted appeals to find the motorcycle owner, and a caller identified himself as the owner but said his older brother had last ridden the bike on the afternoon of June 29 and had not returned. The younger brother requested a diving team to search for his brother.

Shortly after, relatives reported finding a body floating on the river near where the motorcycle and shoes were discovered. According to investigation, the deceased had confided to a friend about being defrauded of approximately 30,000 baht in a durian trading transaction. This left him unable to pay his debts despite borrowing money, and he reportedly decided to end his life due to accumulated stress and pressure from multiple financial problems.

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National

Thai Royals Honor War Dead At Paris Monument

Thailand's King and Queen honored fallen soldiers at the Arc de Triomphe during a state visit to Paris, followed by meetings with city officials and museum visits focused on sustainability and Thai textiles.

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On June 30, 2025, Their Majesties the King and Queen visited the Arc de Triomphe to lay wreaths in commemoration of unknown soldiers. They then proceeded to Paris City Hall, where the mayor of Paris welcomed them and delivered remarks about the "Paris for Sustainability" vision. The royal party traveled by electric boat and listened to a presentation on conservation efforts for the Seine River ecosystem. In the afternoon, they visited the "Royal Textiles Worldwide" exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris at the invitation of Princess Siriwannavari Nariratana.

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Police

Two Monks Arrested For Methamphetamine Use In Chaiyaphum

Police arrested two monks in Chaiyaphum after urine tests revealed methamphetamine use at a temple, leading authorities to seize 48 tablets from a local drug supplier.

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At 11:30 a.m. on June 30, 2025, Amnaj Khaisungnoen, deputy district chief of Ban Khwae District in Chaiyaphum Province, led officials and police in a drug suppression operation under the government's "Thailand Zero Drugs" policy and Big Quick Win initiative. Following a tip-off about drug activity among monks at a temple in Moo 10, Tambon Lum Lamchi, authorities conducted urine tests on Phra Kruesat (36) and Phra Panya (39), which came back positive. Both monks admitted to using crystal methamphetamine and voluntarily entered rehabilitation. They revealed they purchased the drug from Thongchai, a local resident, at a rate of 2 tablets for 100 baht. Police subsequently raided Thongchai's home and seized 48 methamphetamine tablets. The two monks were transferred to the district abbot for defrocking procedures before entering treatment. Thongchai was charged with possession of Category 1 narcotics without authorization and drug use without authorization, and was taken into custody for police investigation.

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National

AC Milan Signs Gonçalo Ramos for Club Record Fee

AC Milan signed Portuguese striker Gonçalo Ramos from PSG for a club-record €74 million plus performance bonuses potentially reaching €90 million, surpassing Rafael Leão's previous transfer record.

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AC Milan has confirmed the signing of Portuguese striker Gonçalo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain. Although Milan has not revealed specific agreement details, media reports state that the Rossoneri will pay PSG €74 million plus additional performance-related add-ons that could bring the total fee to €90 million, making it the club's most expensive acquisition ever.

Rafael Leão previously held Milan's transfer record after joining from Lille for €49.5 million in 2019. For PSG, this represents only the second-highest outgoing transfer fee, behind Neymar's €90 million sale to Al-Hilal in 2023.

Ramos joined PSG from Portuguese club Benfica in 2023. Though often used as a substitute, the 24-year-old has made 131 appearances across all competitions, scoring 45 goals for the French club.

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Community

Police Seek Missing Precinct Cat Khlong Long

Khlong Long Police Station in Phuket is searching for its missing resident cat, "Nong Khlong Khlong," which disappeared from the compound on June 30 and may have been accidentally transported away in a vehicle. Anyone spotting the pink-coll

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On June 30, 2025, Khlong Long Police Station in Thalang District, Phuket announced a search for "Nong Khlong Khlong," the station's resident cat, after it went missing from the police compound and caused considerable concern among officers.

Police said they have already conducted thorough searches of the station grounds and surrounding areas but have been unsuccessful. They are now appealing to the public for assistance, particularly worried the cat may have accidentally been transported away in a vehicle.

"Nong Khlong Khlong" wears a pink collar with a name tag and phone number for the shelter. Anyone who spots the cat can contact Khlong Long Police Station at 076-325-630 or 065-737-9766 to help ensure the cat's safe return.

The appeal has generated significant social media attention, with many users sharing the post and offering support to help find the missing cat and reunite it with the officers.

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National

Thai Auto Market Grows 10% in May With 57,765 Units Sold

Thailand's automotive market grew 10.6% in May with 57,765 vehicles sold, driven by strong demand for passenger cars and SUVs while pickup trucks remained flat. Electric vehicles surged over 130% in the month, signaling a shift toward green

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Thailand's automotive market in May 2026 recorded total domestic sales of 57,765 vehicles, a 10.60% increase compared to the same period last year. Passenger cars and SUVs generated 40,907 sales, up 15.04% year-on-year, while pickup trucks sold 11,171 units with minimal growth of 0.21%. Electric pickup trucks (BEV) saw significant expansion with 201 units sold, up 133.72%, and multipurpose vehicles (PPV) reached 3,164 units, up 2.10%.

Over the first five months of 2026, cumulative market sales reached 288,242 vehicles, growing 14.10% year-on-year. Passenger cars and SUVs led with 197,935 units (up 21.62%), while traditional pickups declined 5.13% to 59,265 units. Electric pickups surged 168.34% to 695 units, and PPVs grew 16.56% to 17,910 units.

Toyota maintained market dominance with five-month sales of 99,130 vehicles (34.39% share), growing 4.59% year-on-year. The Pure Pick Up segment, anchored by Hilux, Revo, and Champ, led with 31,521 units (up 7.60%), while the Eco Segment of Yaris models achieved 29,918 sales (up 26.13%). In May alone, Toyota sold 19,950 vehicles, up 3.90%, driven by Pure Pick Up vehicles at 6,327 units (up 13.98%) and PPVs at 1,577 units (up 21.21%).

Supon Rattanavarahaa, Senior Executive Vice President of Toyota Motor Thailand, noted that June's market is expected to improve slightly due to seasonal patterns and lower oil prices, though consumer confidence may remain cautious amid Middle East tensions. Toyota's Pure Pick Up segment is anticipated to slow, but the Toyota Hilux is expected to maintain leadership with average monthly sales around 6,300 units year-to-date. The Eco Segment shows clear recovery signals, with Yaris ATIV averaging 6,000 units monthly from January to May. Passenger cars and SUVs demonstrate similar recovery trends.

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Community

Actor Khom Hasawee Opens Up on Relationship Status

Actor Khom Hasawee revealed he's single and casually dating while focusing on managing his recently improved panic disorder symptoms and spending quality time with family.

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Young actor Khom Hasawee has frequently been the subject of romantic speculation. At a recent event for Welcome Home The Journey, a human travel documentary series at Happy Vibes Zpell @ Future Park, he updated his current relationship status and revealed he's been managing panic disorder symptoms, which have recently improved.

When asked about a recent family outing with his grandmother, Khom explained, "Yes, grandmother wanted to pick durians but they were out of season, so we got rambutan and mangosteen instead." He confirmed the trips are planned in advance, rotating between his grandfather and grandmother. "Last time we went to Phetchaburi with grandfather, this time grandmother visited so we took her to Chanthaburi," he said.

Regarding family care, Khom shared that he acts like a child at home, mostly expressing affection through hugs and cuddles with his parents and grandparents. "As I grow older and my family ages, I want to do what I can for them," he explained. He emphasized the healing effect of family time: "Being home gives me warmth from their words and actions. Hearing their laughter and stories fills me with energy."

When asked about his grandmother's expectations of him finding a partner, Khom said she's no longer pressing the issue since he already has many cousins. Regarding his current romantic status, he stated: "There isn't really a strict definition for calling someone a partner these days. I'm comfortable with my situation." He clarified that he dates casually, describing it as "coming and going" rather than anything serious. "Currently things are going well, but I'm taking a break," he added, noting that his obsession with football during the World Cup has occupied most of his time.

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National

Influencer Pond Apologizes, Returns With Corrected Content Format

Popular influencer Pond apologized for using journalists' footage without credit and pledged to deploy field reporters starting July 1 to gather news independently.

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Popular influencer Pond has posted another apology and announced plans to return to content creation with a reformed approach. Starting next month, the Pondonnews page will deploy field reporters to gather news firsthand. This comes after social media backlash over accusations that Pond used footage and images from field journalists without proper credit or attribution in his reporting.

On June 30, the Pondonnews Facebook page posted Pond's statement: "Hello, I'm Pond from Pondonnews. First, I must apologize again to all the journalists, reporters, news channels, and production teams affected by recent events. I have reflected on my actions and reviewed my content format. Starting today, my team and I are ready to correct our content creation methods to ensure accuracy. From July 1 onwards, I will have a field team representing my channel to gather news information directly. I will take this incident as a lesson to improve myself with greater care and attention than before. I sincerely apologize and thank everyone for their guidance and suggestions. I am willing to listen and correct any mistakes, and I am committed to improving myself. Thank you – Pondonnews."

In the comments section, Pond also posted an image of a microphone branded with the Pond on news logo.

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National

Lawmaker Demands Clear Social Security Debt Plan

A Pheu Thai lawmaker criticized the government's mounting 42 billion baht Social Security Office debt, demanding a formal repayment plan with specific timelines instead of vague commitments during June budget debates.

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On June 30, 2569, Suhasawat Kumkong, Chachoengsao MP from Pheu Thai Party, debated the fiscal year 70 budget for labor affairs. He noted initial surprise at the 3.7 billion baht budget increase for the Labor Ministry, suggesting the government recognizes the importance of worker upskilling and reskilling in the global economy. While a 5% increase ranks third among all ministries, Suhasawat cautioned that closer examination reveals most additional funds went to the Social Security Office, receiving over 4.2 billion baht. He explained that of this amount, only 1.4 billion baht covered increased social security benefits from wage ceiling adjustments, while the remaining 2.8 billion baht represented additional government contributions. The government currently owes the Social Security Office 42 billion baht.

Suhasawat stressed the need for a concrete repayment plan, comparing this year's 7 billion baht in new debt usage favorably to the 18,000 million baht used during former PM Yingluck Shinawatra's administration. However, he called on the Labor Minister to secure Prime Minister approval for a binding debt repayment framework with specific annual targets and timelines, rather than merely consulting on the matter.

Critically, Suhasawat emphasized the government must repay both principal and accrued interest. He noted that while the government defers interest payments, the accumulated interest could be substantial if properly calculated. Interest earnings from investing the owed capital could significantly benefit the 24 million insured persons. He urged the government to compensate workers for lost opportunity costs.

Suhasawat also pointed out that the budget increase contradicts campaign promises on upskilling and reskilling workers. The focus on social security payments means the Labor Ministry's actual program budget decreased by 500 million baht, failing to address modern labor challenges or fulfill policy pledges. He concluded that despite universal campaign promises on worker development, the budget fails to reflect these priorities, particularly when labor ministry resources were already limited and now face further reductions.

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Police

Police Bust Illegal Used Car Operation, Arrest Two Chinese Nationals

Police arrested two Chinese nationals operating an illegal used car dealership in Chachoengsao Province, seizing 19 vehicles and charging them with working without permits and conducting unlicensed business.

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At 5:00 PM on June 30, 2025, Pol. Lt. Col. Kritsana Masuk, superintendent of Ban Bung Police Station in Chachoengsao Province, led officers to inspect a commercial building in Nong Sak Subdistrict after receiving intelligence about Chinese nationals illegally operating a used car business. Officers executed a plan to make a purchase at the agreed price of 360,000 baht in cash to catch the suspects in action.

During the inspection, police found multiple vehicles parked in front of the office and an additional 10 vehicles on the side, totaling 19 seized vehicles. Two Chinese men were identified as office owners and taken into custody.

They were charged with three offenses: (1) working without a valid work permit or exceeding the scope of work authorization under Section 8 of the Foreign Worker Management Act B.E. 2560 (2017) and amendments; (2) engaging in used goods trading without proper license; and (3) failing to register the business as required by law.

The suspects and evidence were handed over to Ban Bung Police Station for further legal proceedings. This case represents an enforcement effort against illegal foreign worker businesses in the area, particularly those competing unfairly with Thai workers or operating without authorization. Officials will investigate their legal status in Thailand and proceed with deportation procedures.

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National

Thai King, Queen, Princess Cruise Seine River in Paris

Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn, Queen Suthida, and Princess Sirivannavari visited Paris, laying wreaths at the Arc de Triomphe and cruising the Seine River on an electric barge during their official state visit.

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On June 30, 2569, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn, Queen Suthida, and Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya made an official state visit to Paris. The royal delegation visited Paris City Hall and laid wreaths at the Arc de Triomphe to commemorate unknown soldiers. In the afternoon, they attended a presentation by the Paris mayor on the "Sustainable Paris" initiative before boarding an electric royal barge for a cruise on the Seine River. During the cruise, they received a lecture on the conservation of the Seine River's ecosystem. Official photos from Princess Sirivannavari's Facebook page documented the royal family's journey on the illuminated barge along the Seine.

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