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Actress Diew Arissara Reveals New Boyfriend as Woody Lamsum

Actress Diew Arissara has confirmed her boyfriend is Woody Lamsum, an heir from a prominent family, after months of speculation and earlier rumors linking her to other wealthy figures. The couple, who prefer privacy while remaining open abo

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After letting fans speculate for months, the identity of actress Diew Arissara Thongbrisut's new boyfriend has finally been revealed: Woody Lamsum, an heir from a prominent family with an equally impressive profile. Unlike earlier rumors linking her to a wealthy businessman, her actual partner is Woody, whose own standing is noteworthy. Previously, Diew had posted photos clinking glasses and holding hands with the mysterious young man on Instagram, and confirmed to media that their relationship is "private but not secret," meaning they value their privacy while being open about their relationship.

Speculation had previously pointed toward high-society figure Eric Seah, even prompting Diew's close friends to deny the connection. The revelation that her boyfriend is Woody Lamsum was later confirmed, with Diew following him on Instagram as well.

Further confirmation came from online users sharing the young man's Instagram stories, which featured Diew standing on a balcony overlooking the city—the same location where she had previously posted a photo holding coffee cups as a couple. Diew responded to one of his posts with a heart emoji, and he replied with the message "Happy Birthday tee rak" accompanied by red heart emojis, cementing the couple's sweet connection.

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National

Tisco Bank Offers 2% Interest On 3-Month Deposits

Tisco Bank is offering new customers 2% annual interest on 3-month deposits of 1 million baht if they invest in the bank's designated mutual funds, with accounts opening July 1-31, 2025.

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Tisco Bank Public Company Limited is launching a special campaign for new customers featuring 3-month fixed deposits with a high interest rate of 2% per annum on deposit amounts of 1 million baht when invested in designated Tisco mutual funds. Minimum investment in mutual funds is 1 million baht or higher. This offer is exclusively for new customers from July 1-31, 2025. Accounts can be opened starting today at all Tisco Bank branches.

Key conditions: - Account holders must be Thai nationals aged 20 and above who have never had a deposit account with the bank (joint accounts not permitted) - Customers receive the special 2% annual interest rate on 1 million baht deposits only when they invest in Tisco-designated mutual funds through the bank with a minimum investment of 1 million baht or more - Account opening runs from July 1-31, 2025, with deposits and mutual fund investments to be completed within the campaign period. For check deposits, funds must clear by July 31, 2025 - If account holders fail to invest in mutual funds as required, the bank will pay the standard 3-month fixed deposit interest rate effective on the account opening date - Interest rates and account opening terms follow the bank's official announcements

For more information, product details, and designated mutual funds, visit www.tiscowealth.com or call 02-633-6000, extension 2. Investors should understand product characteristics, return conditions, and risks before making investment decisions.

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Police

Construction Crane Collapses in Bangkok, One Injured

A construction crane collapsed in Bangkok's Bang Rak district on July 3, injuring one person who was taken to hospital. Authorities cordoned off the area while investigating the cause.

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At 12:25 p.m. on July 3, 2025, JS100 Radio reported a construction crane collapse on Charoen Krung Soi 36 in Bang Rak district, Bangkok, startling local residents and commuters. Relevant authorities were immediately notified to investigate and provide emergency assistance.

One person was reported injured at the scene. Rescue teams and ambulances were coordinated to provide first aid before transporting the victim to hospital while assessing the surrounding area.

Authorities subsequently cordoned off part of the accident site to facilitate rescue operations and prevent the public from entering dangerous zones. The cause of the crane collapse remains under investigation, with no details released yet. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available from relevant agencies.

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Police

South Korean Bank Manager Steals With Cartoon Toy Money

A South Korean bank manager embezzled over 70 million won by replacing real cash in the vault with colorful cartoon toy money featuring ducks and bears, a scheme that went undetected until an employee spotted irregularities.

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A bizarre embezzlement case has gone viral worldwide after a South Korean bank branch manager stole over 70 million won by replacing real banknotes with cartoon toy money in the bank vault. The incident occurred at Samuel Credit Union in Gyeongju, North Gyeongbuk Province, where the branch manager confessed to secretly removing large amounts of cash from the vault and substituting them with toy banknotes to cover his tracks.

What turned this into a global internet sensation wasn't just the damage of over 70 million won (approximately 1.5 million baht), but the nature of the counterfeit bills themselves. Instead of attempting realistic forgeries, the manager used colorful toy banknotes printed with cartoon animals—ducks, bears, and other characters—making them obviously different from genuine currency at a glance. When images and videos of the toy money surfaced online, internet users flooded social media with bewildered comments, with many joking that anyone could spot the fake in a heartbeat and questioning how such obviously fake bills could sit in a bank vault undetected.

The small branch had few employees, and the manager routinely handled cash deposits into the vault himself. He exploited this access by purchasing toy banknotes online and swapping them for real money without detailed vault audits. The scheme continued for some time before one employee noticed irregularities and reported it to upper management, triggering an internal investigation that quickly uncovered evidence of the manager's actions.

However, the bank chose not to immediately file a police report. Instead, it handled the matter internally by firing the manager and requiring him to repay all stolen funds. The bank claims it recovered the full amount, considering the case closed. Despite full restitution, the incident serves as an important lesson about internal controls in financial institutions, showing how skipping basic vault verification procedures can enable theft through shockingly crude methods.

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Community

Young Actors Share Paris Fashion Week Debut Excitement

Thai actors Teelee Vanpichit and Po Suphakarn recently returned from their debut at Paris Fashion Week, attending the VETEMENTS show before sharing their experience at a Bangkok event. The pair unveiled their official fan club name "VAVA,"

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Young actors Teelee Vanpichit and Po Suphakarn have just returned from their first Paris Fashion Week experience after attending the VETEMENTS Spring/Summer 2027 show in Paris, France. On July 2, both appeared at the SHINSEGAE Hyperground K-Experience x Central event at Central World to share their fashion week experience.

Both expressed tremendous excitement, describing it as a wonderful opportunity to attend a world-class event. They revealed that their fan club name "VAVA" comes from the tone marks (chatawa) in both their names. They also purchased stars to gift to fans, symbolizing their commitment to stand by them forever.

**On returning from Fashion Week:** Po: "It was a wonderful experience. It really opened my eyes." Teelee: "I was very excited and couldn't control myself. On the way there, I talked to P'Po about what we'd do. Once we arrived, I tried to stay composed. It was all so new. There were many senior artists waiting for us." Po: "During the event, I was excited. They did everything really well."

**Was it what you expected?** Teelee: "It wasn't quite what we imagined because it was even grander than we thought. When we got there, everything exceeded expectations. Senior artists approached us, so it was a completely new experience."

**How did you prepare?** Po: "We studied the brand more." Teelee: "We prepared our language skills and social media content. We had many content ideas ready, but due to time constraints, we didn't post much."

**What did you learn?** Po: "It was like opening my eyes to how things work internationally." Teelee: "I got to talk with designers and take photos with senior fashion industry professionals."

**On the fan club name:** Teelee: "VAVA. Both our names have the chatawa tone mark, so doubling the word felt like it unified us together." Po: "Everyone already calls us by two syllables anyway."

**Why did you buy stars?** Teelee: "It was our idea and the adults' idea." Po: "Actually, we wanted to represent something. People call me the moon and Teelee the sun, so we wanted VAVA to be the star. That's why we bought and gave them out."

**Fans usually buy gifts for artists, not the other way around?** Teelee: "They'll be by our side as stars forever."

**How happy are you now that you have a fan club name?** Po: "Very happy. Before, people called us different things." Teelee: "We went by different names until we finally had our own official name and fan club identity. It feels good. We have a family now. It feels official."

**Message to fans:** Po: "As always, we're very grateful that you're part of us. We'll commit wholeheartedly to every project." Teelee: "Thank you."

**Do you think fans will like it?** Teelee: "I think they will. At first they might have been confused about where VAVA came from, but we explained during a live stream. The feedback from everyone has been positive."

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National

PM Launches Shared-Interest Farm Loan Program

The Prime Minister launched a shared-interest farm loan program offering farmers 3% interest rates with government subsidizing the remainder, while providing training and support for sustainable agricultural practices nationwide.

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Prime Minister Anupong Paojinda presided over the launch of a shared-interest loan program designed to reduce agricultural production costs on July 3, 2026, at the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) in Bang Baan District, Ayutthaya. The program represents more than simple lending—it opens pathways for farmers to access low-interest capital, purchase quality inputs, and develop management skills through training workshops.

Under the scheme, participating farmers pay 3% interest while the government covers the remaining 3% of the 6% rate, directly reducing production costs and enabling increased yields. The prime minister emphasized that the government is implementing multiple supporting measures, including promoting soil-appropriate fertilizer use, agricultural technology adoption, drone applications, and high-yield crop varieties suited to climate conditions.

The initiative reflects a broader strategy to strengthen Thailand's agricultural sector sustainably. Rather than simply distributing aid, the government is providing farmers with quality tools and knowledge to manage operations efficiently. The PM highlighted that this investment in agriculture, combined with infrastructure development, aims to ensure farmers nationwide can reduce costs, increase income, and improve their livelihoods in the long term.

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National

Gold Prices Rise On Weak Dollar, Bullion Hits 65,650 Baht

Gold prices surged 1,550 baht to 65,650 baht per baht-weight as a weakening US dollar and weak employment data boosted bullion markets globally.

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Gold prices jumped 1,550 baht to track global markets as the US dollar weakened following disappointing non-farm employment data, while US-Iran negotiations progressed positively. On July 3, the Gold Traders Association raised 96.5% gold prices by 1,550 baht compared to the previous close, with bullion bars fetching 65,650 baht and ornamental gold at 66,450 baht per baht-weight. Global gold spot prices reached 4,183 US dollars per ounce at 33.16 baht per US dollar.

Huang Sheng Heng Gold Shop noted that global gold adjusted upward as the dollar index (DXY) dropped below 101 points following disappointing US non-farm employment figures showing only 57,000 new positions, far below economist forecasts of 114,000 and prior month's 129,000. CME FedWatch Tool raised expectations from 36.8% to 46.8% that the Federal Reserve may hold rates steady at the September 2026 FOMC meeting rather than raising them. Meanwhile, Qatar and Pakistan mediators completed discussions with Iranian and US negotiating teams in Doha on Wednesday, with both sides showing positive progress on a memorandum of understanding.

The unemployment rate came in at 4.2%, better than the forecasted and previous 4.3%, while SPDR gold fund sold 3.99 tonnes. Gold market analysis from overnight shows global gold prices continuing to rise, but one-hour charts show overbought conditions, suggesting a pullback may occur after testing 4,200 dollar resistance, with support at 4,120 dollars. If gold breaks below 4,100 dollars, further downside correction is likely.

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Tourism

Ranong Spa Promotes Ngao Waterfall Park and Hot Springs

National parks officials showcased Ngao Waterfall Park's hot mineral springs and pristine natural attractions in Ranong during a media tour, highlighting the site's eco-tourism facilities and gold-level environmental certification.

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The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation organized a media tour promoting ecotourism destinations in national parks across Chumphon and Ranong provinces from June 29 to July 1, 2025. Led by Director-General Arthapol Charoenchansai, the delegation visited Ngao Waterfall National Park with media representatives, guided by park chief Chalit Sinrojthanakorn.

Visitors explored the Prang hot mineral springs, a natural thermal bathing site with temperatures between 40-44°C, featuring pristine, odorless water. The facility offers private relaxation zones with amenities including botanical walkways, pavilions, restaurants, and 17 natural mineral pools.

Sinrojthanakorn noted the park's continuous development in sustainable tourism, earning the Friendly Design Award 2024 for "Tourism for All" and Green National Park certification at the highest gold level for environmental management excellence.

The Ngao Waterfall National Park spans 417,500 rai (668 square kilometers) across Ranong and Chumphon provinces. It serves as a crucial watershed source and biodiversity hotspot, notably home to the Royal Crab (Phricotelphusa sirindhorn), a newly discovered species found nowhere else globally, distinguished by pure white carapace and claws with purple-black eye sockets. The park also harbors Dara Philastra, a newly identified plant species with striking star-shaped flowers of 6-7 petals, and other rare orchids including Ranong's provincial flower that blooms in early year.

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Police

Police Locate Delivery Driver in Drug Smuggling Case

Police have located a delivery rider suspected of dropping off packages to airline employee Ms. Mina, who was arrested in Australia on drug trafficking charges, and brought him in for questioning at Bangkok Metropolitan Police Headquarters.

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Police Locate Delivery Driver in Drug Smuggling Case

On July 3, 2025, it was reported that Ms. Mina (surname withheld), an airline employee accused of international drug trafficking, was arrested by Australian police.

In a significant development, police have now located the blue-hooded delivery rider suspected of delivering packages to Ms. Mina, an airline flight attendant, on June 22 in Ayutthaya Province. The suspect is currently being brought in for interrogation with police to further the investigation.

Deputy Commander of the Bangkok Metropolitan Police, Pol. Lt. Gen. Theeradej Tharmasutir, disclosed the latest progress: Bangkok Metropolitan Police are now detaining a mysterious man who drove a vehicle for someone carrying a package box left beneath Ms. Mina's condominium in the Bang Na area during midday on June 22. Police brought him from Ayutthaya Province for questioning at the Bangkok Metropolitan Police Headquarters.

Initially, the man denied involvement but acknowledged driving to Ms. Mina's condominium. Further details remain under investigation.

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Police

11-Year-Old Boy with Autism Crashes Truck Into Monks

An 11-year-old boy with autism crashed his parents' pickup truck into a Buddhist alms procession in Mukdahan province, killing 10 monks. Authorities are coordinating welfare protections for the child, who was registered as disabled before t

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A shocking accident occurred along the Mukdahan-Ubon Ratchathani road in Na Si Nuea subdistrict, Mukdahan province, when an 11-year-old boy took his parents' pickup truck without permission and lost control, crashing into a Buddhist alms-gathering procession. The collision resulted in 10 monks' deaths and numerous injuries.

On July 3, 2569, Tueanjai Kongsombat, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, revealed on a news program that a multidisciplinary team met following the incident to determine appropriate welfare protections for the child.

Investigations found the boy was registered as a person with disability, classified as Type 7 disability. According to Tueanjai, the child had been registered as disabled prior to the incident. Once registered, support services related to skill development and school preparation would typically be provided. However, on the day of the accident, the child was reportedly unwell and not attending school.

"Special needs children require sensitive care. The multidisciplinary team is coordinating with legal authorities," Tueanjai stated.

Type 7 disability under Thai law refers to autism spectrum disorder, characterized by difficulties in social development, communication, language, and behavior resulting from brain abnormalities. This causes limitations in daily living, with symptoms typically evident from early childhood.

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Community

Jimmy and Sea Praise Son's Sharp Wit at Food Event

Actors Jimmy Jitrapol and Sea Twinanth attended a food festival at CentralWorld, praising their son's sharp wit after his mascot appearance gained popularity with fans. The pair remained coy about details on their eagerly awaited couple ser

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Actors Jimmy Jitrapol and Sea Twinanth attended "The World in One Bite 2026: Eat with Smile" food festival at the sixth floor of Openhouse at CentralWorld, updating fans on their recent work including new shows and special appearances. Regarding their couple series "Please Stay Under Gun Protection," which fans eagerly await, the pair responded only with silence.

The two were visibly delighted after their son's mascot "Avocado" gained significant popularity with grandmothers and older fans. Jimmy lavished praise on the child, saying he was intelligent and quick-witted enough to appear at events in his father's place, and emphasized that he views all GMMTV's young talent as artists in their own right.

When asked about current projects, Jimmy promoted the new variety show "Stay Awake," calling the production team's content "divine," while Sea discussed his role in "Ticket to Haven," particularly episode five which marks a turning point for his character. He expressed enthusiasm for the variety of challenging characters available to him and his appreciation for working again with director Off Nopnart.

When pressed about their couple series, Sea hinted it was coming soon but offered no specifics, while Jimmy humorously responded only with "silence," saying silence itself has meaning.

Jimmy also discussed appearing at events with his young son, praising the child's exceptional wit and quick thinking. When Sea mentioned the boy recently taught about vitamin C properties during a live stream, he admitted being startled by the child's thorough knowledge. Jimmy confirmed he briefs his son before and after appearances, noting the experience has given him more opportunities to interact with him behind the scenes.

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