Astrologer Olay Yanasampat appeared on Golf Benjaphon's YouTube channel to caution people born on Monday and Sunday to remain indoors during a three-day window. "We're halfway through the year and a natural phenomenon will occur—a solar eclipse where Rahu covers the sun on August 12," he explained. "The period extends to August 11, 12, and 13 internationally. My teachers advised me to ask people not to leave their homes for three days due to fear of Rahu's shadow and its influence."

According to traditional belief, those affected by Rahu's shadow face bad luck, particularly people born on Monday and Sunday. However, Olay noted that this belief exists across Southeast Asia as well. From a Buddhist perspective, he said, all things result from karma, though cultural traditions still hold value. Rahu, associated with the number 8, can represent knowledge and skillful means in astrology. "If possible, stay indoors during these three days," he advised. "But if you must go out, maintain good thoughts, speak well, and have right view. Return home and rely on Buddhist merit through chanting—I believe the Buddha's protection is real."

When asked about potential alarming events in August, Olay expressed concern about the fire season. "August is the fire month—horse fire meets fire. September and October also require caution regarding major fire-related incidents," he stated. "From September 4 through October 29, both water and fire will occur. With good management, it shouldn't be severe, but in past years when Bangkok, Don Mueang, and Ayutthaya flooded completely, we lacked dams and flood barriers. Now those systems are complete, so the risk is different."

Regarding potential fire incidents, Olay distinguished between two types: fires on streets unrelated to water, and fires in crowded gathering places. "Fires in densely populated areas are more frightening," he said. From late October to mid-December, he warned of potential foreign interference and civil unrest. "There may be quarrels and disturbances in places with large crowds. Small problems could arise, but if major issues occur, they might escalate to the national level, requiring embassy involvement," he concluded.

On 7HD at 7:00 a.m., the Kaset Suk program features hosts Ton Taem and Jook Bee touring the authentic Loi Na papaya orchard in Petchburi district, revealing the secret to boosting fruit sweetness using plant hormone solutions. At 9:30 a.m. on Channel 5, the show "Thai Hearts Never Surrender" with hosts Haew and Sophon visits the orchard to taste fresh papaya juice and profiles Khun Num (Woraphatsorn Wongcharoen), founder of the Rabbit Chant brand in Muang district, Chanthaburi province. Her inspiring story shows how she transformed the humble papaya into a thriving business that supports local farming communities. The day's schedule also includes tours of Khao Yai Elephant-shaped Temple in Phichit province, a world-famous mural tour in Chiang Dao, and the Michelin-verified street food episode on Workpoint Channel 23 at 9:00 a.m.

Phra Bat Yai peak, located in Mueang Old Town area of Sukhothai province, has become a major travel destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts who come to enjoy the stunning mountain views and fresh atmosphere. The growing popularity has drawn crowds of visitors and locals checking in daily, especially during the rainy season when lush greenery and cool breezes make the experience more pleasant. The 775-meter ascent takes about 30 minutes for people in normal physical condition to reach the summit.

Many first-time visitors who came after seeing posts on social media expressed amazement at the views. The highlight is the prominent high mountain shrouded in white mist that resembles Japan's Mount Fuji, earning it the nickname "Fuji Sukhothai." Visitors encouraged others to experience the atmosphere firsthand, saying they would not be disappointed.

Beyond Phra Bat Yai peak, the route also features other important attractions such as Sridhong (Tham Nam Phra Ruang), a large earthen dam in Sukhothai, and Wat Saphan Hin, a temple situated 200 meters high on a hill that houses the globally acclaimed "Phra Attharasat," a standing Buddha statue.

Phra Bat Yai Temple is an important historical site that once housed a replica footprint of Buddha, built under King Maha Thammaracha Lithai in 1902. The footprint replica has since been moved to a shrine on Wat Trapang Thong island. Historical inscriptions reveal that people in the Sukhothai period knew this peak as "Khao Sumana Kud Bampot."

A 24-year-old man was found smoking cannabis at Nakhon Nayok Hospital on August 7. Hospital security reported a man smoking at a stone table near the obstetrics building, prompting police to investigate. Officers found the man in a white and black striped shirt crouching at a marble table and questioned him. A search of his belongings revealed a bag of cannabis and a knife, which were confiscated. Police also recovered a modified plastic bottle used as a smoking device that the man had hidden under a tree by the hospital wall. The suspect, identified as Mr. A (pseudonym), 24, apologized and admitted to smoking cannabis at the hospital, promising not to do so again. Hospital staff did not pursue charges and released him with a warning because he was there to care for his hospitalized mother.

Authorities are arranging the deportation of Odd Stian Hesseberg, a 44-year-old Norwegian man found living as a vagrant and scavenging through garbage in Bang Talat Subdistrict, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province, where he had been sleeping in temple pavilions. Hesseberg entered Thailand on March 3, 2023, on a 30-day tourist visa and subsequently applied for extensions, with his last recorded permission at Nakhon Sawan Immigration on April 21, 2023. Immigration authorities in Nonthaburi have now found him to be overstaying by 1,179 days and have detained him for questioning; they will proceed with legal processes to coordinate with his embassy for repatriation to Norway. Hesseberg expressed his gratitude to temple officials and local residents who supported him throughout his stay, and said he was pleased to be returning home after more than three years in Thailand.

The Thailand Junior Championship – AJGA International Pathway Series 2026 will launch at Alpine Golf Resort Chiang Mai from August 13–16, 2025. As part of the AJGA International Pathway Series, it provides young golfers worldwide the chance to develop their skills and build pathways to international golf competition. The event aims to give Thai junior golfers a platform to compete against foreign athletes and advance toward opportunities at universities in the United States. The championship has been officially included in the AJGA International Pathway Series calendar.

The event is being presided over by Surasak Koetjuntuk, Deputy Director-General of the Thai Sports Authority's Sports Promotion Division. Attending the press conference are Bheem Nakhonsri, Head of the Sports Fund Division; Dr. Taweevat Taweepol, Chief Executive Officer of Rand Development; and junior golfer representatives including Richie Kittiwattanakul, who has won two AJGA championships in the United States (Moon Golf Junior All-Star presented by Auburn-Opelika Tourism and AJGA Junior All-Star at Cypress Lakes).

Surasak Koetjuntuk stated that this is an excellent opportunity for Thai youth to advance golf development and serves as an important platform for future competition. Bheem Nakhonsri expressed confidence in the potential of Thailand's young golfers to compete internationally and hopes to see them succeed in future competitions. Dr. Taweevat Taweepol highlighted the honor of multiple sectors supporting the event, noting that as second-time hosts, they view this as cultivating quality talent that can progress to other international competitions.

The competition will be held over three days with 54 holes of stroke play at Alpine Golf Resort Chiang Mai from August 13–16, 2025, providing a pathway for participants to advance toward competing and studying at universities in the United States.