The Ministry of Culture's Department of Cultural Promotion invites musicians and performance groups from across Thailand to apply for the "Traditional Thai Music to Contemporary Music" program, which aims to preserve traditional Thai musical heritage and develop contemporary works. Participants will enhance their skills, learn from experts, and access creative platforms that can lead to professional opportunities and cultural economic benefits. The program blends traditional knowledge with modern musical concepts and techniques, enabling artists to create works that maintain Thai identity while adapting to current social and creative industry contexts, ultimately building sustainable cultural and economic value for the nation. Participants will attend practical workshops led by national experts in traditional, international, and contemporary music, covering harmony arrangement, ensemble performance, artist branding, sound and stage management, and other techniques. This training enables musicians to develop careers and generate income while networking with artists from diverse regions across the country. The program also includes regional field assessments by specialists to select performers from the North, Central, South, and Northeast for a showcase concert in Bangkok alongside the band ASIA 7, which is known for seamlessly blending traditional Thai instruments with international pop and world music sounds. This offers artists valuable opportunities to exchange experience with successful professionals and present Thai traditional music to the public, strengthening professional networks and opening pathways to the music and creative industries. The Department of Cultural Promotion welcomes applications from traditional and contemporary musicians nationwide who are passionate about music and wish to develop creative skills based on Thai wisdom, while contributing to the cultural industry through music, creativity, and Thailand's unique cultural capital. Applications are open from August 10-31, 2026. Interested participants can find details and apply via the Facebook page "Activities Promoting Traditional Thai Music to Contemporary Music" or contact the Department of Cultural Promotion's Arts Learning Promotion Group at 0-2247-0013, extensions 4121-4122.

At 9:30 a.m. on August 11, 2025, family members and associates of Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenpraseert, former Nonthaburi Provincial Administrator, arrived at the Police Medical Institute to claim his body for religious rites. The family brought white clothing to dress him for the ceremony. His youngest daughter, Nanthasai Yenpraseert, 37, addressed the controversy over an alleged 11 million baht debt, saying "the truth is one and only. All residents of Nonthaburi know and understand well what kind of person my father was. My father only gave and helped Nonthaburi people throughout his working life. If my father were not a good person, he would not have served as provincial administrator for four to five consecutive terms. He was fully capable and ready to make sacrifices for the people of Nonthaburi." Regarding claims from the other party that they were friends, she said the matter should be resolved through the legal system and left to police investigators. When asked whether the other party could pay respects at the funeral, the family did not answer any further questions and entered the reception room.

The Office of the Commission on Science, Research and Innovation (OSRI) has announced it will host the 3rd Thailand Talent Summit 2026 in partnership with the Office of the Permanent Secretary for Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, the National Research Council of Thailand, fund management units, and network partners in the science, research and innovation ecosystem. Director Professor Sompoang Khlaihongsawang of OSRI unveiled the conference at a press briefing held at the Eastin Grand Hotel Bangkok, themed "Fostering Thailand Future; Advancing Innovation and National Impact."

The event will serve as a central forum connecting junior researchers, senior researchers, experts, and both public and private sector organizations to exchange knowledge and experience across generations and disciplines, strengthening collaborative networks and transforming research into practical applications. The summit will feature research presentations, knowledge exchanges with leading researchers, skill-development activities, policy updates, and networking opportunities, with an expected attendance of over 2,500 participants from government, private sector, policy agencies, fund managers, and media.

Professor Sompoang emphasized the importance of young researchers selecting projects that address significant public problems, working with patience and academic integrity, developing continuous expertise, maintaining ethics, and collaborating across disciplines. He called for comprehensive support including research funding, infrastructure, mentorship systems, and clear career advancement pathways, and envisioned the summit evolving into a year-round network with mechanisms to track collaborative outcomes and drive concrete research impact through shared resources.

On August 11, 2569, officers from Thonglor Police Station, acting on orders from their commander, arrested a 15-year-old boy identified as A and seized a homemade sawed-off shotgun and one round of ammunition at a Thonglor intersection in Watthana District, Bangkok.

The arrest followed a report on August 10 of multiple teenagers armed and brawling in the area. When officers arrived to disperse the group, it scattered. Upon a subsequent search, police found the suspect carrying the shotgun tucked into his waistband with one round loaded in the chamber.

During questioning, the boy stated he had purchased the weapon from an unknown Thai seller through Line messaging for 5,500 baht in mid-July 2568, saying he kept it for personal protection. He was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, and carrying a firearm in public without authorization.

According to Deputy Superintendent Natthakitti Jokkokogsuan, the crackdown aligns with government orders to intensify arrests related to illegal firearms use, following a recent incident in Nonthaburi Province where a teenager fatally shot family members and a teacher. The operation aims to prevent similar incidents in the area.

Nonthaburi governor denies special treatment for former MPLegacyNonthaburi governor Chetsada Mosigrat has rejected claims that former MP Chalong Riewraeng received preferential treatment in police custody after images showed him smoking following the Nonthaburi provincial official shooting. Chetsada visited Rattanathibet Police Station in Nonthaburi at 7pm yesterday, August 10, to follow developments in the case. Photo via Thairath Former MP Chalong is accused of shooting Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) chairman Police Colonel Thongchai Yenprasert at the PAO office earlier that morning. Thongchai died, and a driver was injured in the incident. Following Thongchai’s death, police charged Chalong with premeditated murder, attempted murder, carrying a firearm in a public place without reasonable cause, and firing a gun in a public place without reasonable cause. Photo via MGR Online Police have applied for a court warrant to search Chalong’s home for firearms, illegal items and other physical evidence that could be used in the case. Officers are continuing to gather evidence and are preparing to take him to court for detention. Chetsada said investigators have CCTV footage and that Chalong admitted several aspects of the case during questioning. The former MP initially cited a personal dispute as the reason for the incident. Police will continue gathering evidence before submitting the case file to prosecutors for consideration. The governor also addressed images circulating of Chalong smoking while near police officers during his detention. He said Chalong asked for permission to smoke while in custody because he was under considerable stress. Photo via Thaicrime Online He said police followed normal procedures and denied that the former MP had received special treatment. Chalong was handcuffed during questioning and while being held in custody in accordance with police procedures, according to the governor. Police have also opposed bail, although Chalong has a lawyer acting on his behalf as part of his legal rights. The matter will now proceed through the justice process. Chetsada said officials are also considering revoking licences for several firearms. Licences could be revoked if checks find that legally registered firearms belong to someone whose conduct provides grounds for action under the law. Photo via Thaicrime Online The Nonthaburi PAO must meanwhile prepare for an election following the vacancy left by Thongchai’s death. The Election Commission is discussing the timetable with the provincial organisation and will announce further details later. Chetsada also outlined increased security measures following the recent shooting at Debsirin Nonthaburi School. The prime minister has ordered tighter security at educational institutions and other locations nationwide, alongside stricter controls on firearms in public places. The story Nonthaburi governor denies special treatment for former MP as seen on Thaiger News.