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Chinese Man Requires Surgery After Inserting Charging Cable Into Urethra

A 49-year-old man in Guangdong province required emergency surgery after inserting an 80-centimeter charging cable into his urethra out of curiosity, leaving him unable to urinate for over seven hours.

Chinese Man Requires Surgery After Inserting Charging Cable Into Urethra
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A 49-year-old man from Xinzhou, Guangdong province, recently presented to hospital with severe abdominal pain and an inability to urinate for more than 7 hours, requiring emergency surgery. Out of momentary curiosity, he had inserted an 80-centimeter charging cable into his urethra but was unable to remove it, leaving it lodged in his body for over 7 hours. Unable to urinate and experiencing severe abdominal swelling and pain, he sought medical help. After detailed 3D CT scanning of the pelvic region, doctors found a 6-millimeter diameter charging cable tangled and coiled inside the bladder, causing severe obstruction of the urinary tract and significant narrowing of the lower urethra, preventing normal urine flow. Doctors performed an emergency surgical procedure that took several hours to successfully remove the entire cable from his body. After appropriate treatment, the man has since recovered and been discharged from hospital. Medical experts from Xinzhou First People's Hospital warned that the inner walls of the urethra are lined with delicate mucous membrane with many capillaries and have very low tolerance for irritation. Forcing foreign objects with hard edges into the urethra can easily cause tears or ruptures in the urethral wall, introduce bacteria leading to infection, and in severe cases result in kidney infection and life-threatening sepsis, as well as permanent damage to urinary and sexual function.

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Police

YouTuber Wu Jun Denies Assault Charges in Interrogation

Popular YouTuber Wu Jun, who has over 10 million subscribers, denied assault charges during police questioning on August 15 in connection with an alleged attack on a company employee in June. Investigators are continuing their inquiry and w

YouTuber Wu Jun Denies Assault Charges in Interrogation
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Korn Kunaatipoprasiri, known as YouTuber Wu Jun and boasting over 10 million subscribers, faced investigators on August 15 regarding an assault allegation against an employee at his company, Wu Jun High-End Studio. Investigators issued a second summons requiring him to appear around 10:30 a.m. for questioning, which lasted about an hour before he was fingerprinted. Wu Jun declined to comment on the incident and quickly departed in an electric vehicle accompanied by team members.

Khon Kaen City Police Station Commander Pol. Col. Yotsawat Kaewseubthannij confirmed Wu Jun arrived with his lawyer and completed the procedural steps. Although he denied the charges at the investigative stage, he has the right to present his defense in court. Investigators will now compile their findings before forwarding the case to prosecutors.

The incident occurred on June 18, 2025, at 4:10 p.m. inside the Wu Jun High-End Studio studio in Khon Kaen. The complainant alleged the YouTuber punched his face and choked him repeatedly. Medical examination revealed a cut above the eyebrow and bruising. The victim filed charges of assault causing bodily harm.

Investigators have already questioned the victim and three witnesses. Among seven company employees involved, two have been interviewed, with one key witness scheduled for questioning soon.

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National

International Sepak Takraw Fines Thailand Nearly 2 Million Baht

Thailand faces nearly 2 million baht in fines after five national sepak takraw players and three officials withdrew from the World Cup finals in Malaysia, with the International Sepak Takraw Federation ordering payment within 14 days or ris

International Sepak Takraw Fines Thailand Nearly 2 Million Baht
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The International Sepak Takraw Federation, or ISTAF, has issued fines against five Thai national sepak takraw players and three officials totaling 54,000 US dollars following their withdrawal from the Sepak Takraw World Cup team event finals held in Malaysia on May 24.

The ISTAF disciplinary committee found all eight individuals guilty. Three players — Phuttawan Sopa, Wichanya Temkohit, and Chakkrit Thinbangbon — were each fined 6,000 US dollars, while players Sithipong Kamjan and Jatupol Siriart were each fined 5,000 US dollars.

Staff members Naruchit Kalanchun and Sachart Sakchareun were each fined 8,000 US dollars, while team manager Auychai Srisuwannasri was fined 10,000 US dollars.

The suspension period for all eight individuals has now ended. If the fines are not paid within 14 days of notification, they will face an additional competition ban of one to two years. All penalized parties may appeal within 14 days by paying a 500 US dollar fee.

With their suspension periods now complete, the five athletes regain eligibility for future Thai national team selection and may compete in the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, pending the national team's selection process.

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Police

Couple Found Dead in Lampang Shophouse; Murder-Suicide Suspected

A husband and wife were found dead in their Lampang shophouse Thursday night after family grew concerned when unable to contact them; police suspect murder-suicide.

Couple Found Dead in Lampang Shophouse; Murder-Suicide Suspected
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LAMPANG — A husband and wife were found dead inside a two-storey shophouse in central Lampang on Thursday night after their child became concerned when they could not be contacted for several hours.

Police at Mueang Lampang Police Station were alerted at about 20:30 to the deaths at a shophouse opposite Wat Si Koet on Rob Wiang Road in Hua Wiang subdistrict, Mueang Lampang district.

Investigators, a doctor from Lampang Hospital, provincial forensic officers and Sawang Nakhon Lampang rescue workers were called to the scene.

Relatives had contacted authorities after being unable to reach the couple since late morning. Rescue workers forced open the locked front door and entered the building.

Inside, officers found the body of a 58-year-old man, identified as Lek, near the second-floor stair railing. His wife, who was around the same age, was found dead on a bed in a bedroom.

Police said the woman had marks around her neck and a length of rope was found inside the room.

Investigators initially suspect that the man may have killed his wife before taking his own life. However, police said the circumstances remain under investigation pending autopsy results, forensic examination and further questioning of witnesses.

Police were told that earlier that morning, Lek had sent a message to the couple's child saying, "Goodbye." The family was unable to contact him afterwards, prompting the request for authorities to check the home that evening.

Monks at nearby Wat Si Koet told investigators that the couple occasionally borrowed small amounts of money from monks at the temple, usually around 300 to 500 baht. The abbot had previously lent them about 1,000 baht to help with their fruit smoothie business.

According to the monks, the couple would sometimes repay the money before later borrowing again.

Customers and delivery riders familiar with the couple described them as friendly and polite. They sold inexpensive fruit drinks, with prices starting at 20 baht per cup, and those who knew them said they had not expected such an incident.

The couple also kept about four or five cats. Rescue workers searched the property but could not locate them, so they left cat food inside the house in case the animals returned.

Police are continuing to investigate the deaths, with financial difficulties and debt among the possible factors being examined.

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National

Parliament Tackles Temple Land Disputes Nationwide

Parliament's Religion Committee is gathering nationwide data on temple land disputes after visiting Nakhon Sawan to study how monasteries acquire and register property rights.

Parliament Tackles Temple Land Disputes Nationwide
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On August 15, the Religion, Art and Culture Committee of the House of Representatives, led by deputy chair Chananth Thai-Sert, visited Nakhon Sawan province to study religious affairs and discuss solutions to temple land disputes. The committee met with senior monks and local officials at Wat Khao Thong in Phayuhakiri district to address concerns about how temple land is acquired, donated, and legally registered in accordance with monastic law.

The committee expressed worry that once land is donated to a temple, legal procedures and documentation must be completed promptly to prevent future ownership disputes. They cited the Wat Pa Adulyaram case in Khon Kaen as a cautionary example.

Chananth revealed that the committee will work with the National Office of Buddhism to gather detailed data on temple land problems nationwide, distinguishing between privately-owned temple land and state land used with permission for monastery construction. This information will be used to develop a national strategy for addressing the issue.

The committee also intends to request all provincial Buddhist affairs offices to survey and categorize temple land problems in their areas. Chananth stressed the urgency of the matter, as it involves law, land rights, religious property management, and relationships between temples, communities, and government agencies.

Following the meeting, the committee received two letters requesting assistance with land title documents from monks and residents at Wat Thep Nimit Sawang Tham in Nakhon Sawan.

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Community

Muay Thai Star Khun Sakon Lek Returns After 11-Month Injury Layoff

Former Rajadamnern 118-pound champion Khun Sakon Lek returns to competition Saturday after 11 months sidelined by knee injury and appendix surgery. The 2567 Fighter of the Year faces Iranian striker Payman Solfagari at Rajadamnern stadium.

Muay Thai Star Khun Sakon Lek Returns After 11-Month Injury Layoff
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Khun Sakon Lek Bum Dek Sayan, the former Rajadamnern 118-pound champion, returns to the ring this Saturday, August 15, after an 11-month absence that he describes as the most painful period of his life. He will face Iranian striker Payman Solfagari, a former Rajadamnern title challenger, in a 122-pound bout at the Rajadamnern stadium.

2567 was a golden year for Khun Sakon Lek. He earned between 4 and 5 million baht in bonuses and fight purses from RWS, received consistent main card billing as the Rajadamnern 118-pound champion, and won the prestigious Fighter of the Year award. However, when 2568 began, his fortunes shifted dramatically. He successfully defended his title once before relinquishing it due to weight-cutting difficulties and moving up to the 122-pound division. His two victories at the new weight seemed to set him on course for greatness, earning him a title shot against Petchsila W. Orachat in October 2568. But weeks before the bout, he suffered a knee injury in a soccer accident and was forced to withdraw.

After four months of treatment, he returned in February with a bout against Chayaton W. Orachat, only to suffer a ruptured appendix days before the fight. He underwent emergency surgery and months of recovery. The fighter confirmed that the past 11 months have been filled with hardship that caused him immense emotional pain.

"I sit staring at my own photos all the time, crying inside," he said. "During my peak year, I was the Fighter of the Year and earned 4 to 5 million baht from RWS in that year alone. But these past 11 months, all I could do was watch other fighters compete. I missed boxing so much. I'm glad to be back."

The past 11 months have robbed Khun Sakon Lek of multiple lucrative opportunities and high-profile matchups. Now he stands at the threshold of redemption, facing Payman, a former Rajadamnern 118-pound title challenger and fighter from Medi Satut's renowned Vietnam Muay Thai gym. The boxing world will be watching closely to see whether his extended layoff affects his performance and whether the 2567 Fighter of the Year can reclaim his dominance. Don't miss tonight's RWS card at Rajadamnern.

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National

Bangkok Water Authority Marks 59 Years With Digital Innovation Push

The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority celebrated its 59th anniversary by highlighting digital innovations in water management serving over 12 million residents across Bangkok and two neighboring provinces. The utility is integrating mobile

Bangkok Water Authority Marks 59 Years With Digital Innovation Push
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The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority (MWA) celebrated its 59th founding anniversary on August 14, 2025, at its convention hall in Bangkok, with Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Interior Ministry Chaiwat Chunkosum representing the ministry, alongside MWA Board Chairman Chanthanon Wannaketch and MWA Governor Suwara Twitchasri.

Chanthanon Wannaketch congratulated the organization on nearly six decades of serving as a critical public utility caring for residents across Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan. He noted that MWA has continuously applied technology to improve public services, including clean water delivery, digitalization of state enterprises, energy conservation, and commitment to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.

Suwara Twitchasri said the organization has maintained its momentum by integrating digital technology and innovation across all water management operations—from production and distribution to pipe laying and repair to minimize water loss. The MWA has introduced comprehensive one-stop water services and modern mobile applications, including the MWA onMobile app, making water services accessible to over 12 million residents across the three provinces at any time and any place.

The authority is also prioritizing staff development to drive organizational progress through knowledge, technology, and innovation, aiming to raise Thailand's water management standards to international benchmarks. This aligns with the Interior Ministry's policies on improving quality of life and sustainable resource management.

During August 5–14, 2025, MWA held "Water Authority Meets the Public" activities offering guidance on basic pipe system repairs, water tank cleaning, and leak detection. The organization also promoted its mobile app, Line official account, and electronic billing service, while encouraging water conservation awareness among residents. On August 14, external organizations were invited to celebrate the milestone and donate to the MWA's Phra Mae Dhani Foundation instead of giving traditional gifts, with honors awarded to those who have benefited the authority.

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Police

Thai Entertainer Files Legal Action Against Stalkers and Rumors

Thai entertainer Biu Kin is pursuing legal action against stalkers and coordinated harassment campaigns that spread false rumors about his personal life after secretly recorded videos triggered online attacks on him, his family, and friends

Thai Entertainer Files Legal Action Against Stalkers and Rumors
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Biu Kin announced he is collecting evidence and preparing legal proceedings against stalkers and coordinated harassment campaigns that have spread misleading information suggesting he is in a romantic relationship. The issue arose after a secretly recorded video showed him sitting with a female companion, triggering online criticism and concern from fans about his agency's response.

Speaking at a Coke event, Biu Kin stated he has been dealing with this problem for years but felt recent incidents had crossed a line. "This has been happening for many years, but I felt it hadn't gone too far until now. The latest case made me realize it's becoming more frequent and getting closer to us. We've been gathering evidence gradually and trying to find ways to handle it, but when people started deliberately attacking and spreading misleading stories suggesting I was with a woman, it may have crossed the line. We need to take serious action," he said.

He acknowledged the difficulties of pursuing such cases. "Honestly, it's very difficult. When someone follows you in public, proving they did it is hard. Once damage is done, proving they caused it is also hard. We have to gradually collect evidence and gather documentation to pursue legal action against these people. Finding the perpetrators isn't easy either—some are abroad, some can't be located. It's not easy dealing with stalkers and malicious people. We were impacted so badly that we had to speak out. This incident has escalated the situation significantly."

Biu Kin explained there are two videos in question. One was recorded in a bar where he was with seven to eight friends, all people he has known for over a decade. Another photo on the street shows someone he met in university. "I'm starting to see a pattern—there's clear intent to capture certain moments and manipulate people's understanding of me. This is why we need to speak out and take action, because the impact has spread in many directions," he said.

The harassment has extended beyond him to his family and friends. "Some people don't know the facts and got misled and incited. They keep messaging me, but it's now reaching my friends and family. Recently, on Mother's Day, my mother received messages. It's gone too far. The content people have added is quite severe. I'm uncomfortable with it. Some of our friends are women who know nothing about this, they live their normal lives, but people are asking if they're the person in question, attacking them, cursing them, telling them to go to hell. I feel this has gone way too far. If I stay silent, it's like letting people around me and people I love face this kind of treatment. So I had to speak out."

When asked who was affected, Biu Kin said: "Mainly people around me. My parents definitely. My team and manager definitely. Some of my friends, mostly women, might be mistaken for being the person in the video and get attacked. But that's not true and they have nothing to do with this. They don't deserve to face the consequences of these actions."

Biu Kin acknowledged proving such cases is difficult but said he has information about which vehicles have been following him and is working with authorities on the matter.

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Regional

Minister Deploys Helicopter to Battle Peat Swamp Fires

A helicopter has been deployed to combat persistent peat swamp fires in Nakhon Si Thammarat's Khuan Khreng area that began in mid-August, with aerial water-dropping operations supporting ground crews in the hard-to-reach low-water forest zo

Minister Deploys Helicopter to Battle Peat Swamp Fires
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Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin has ordered relevant agencies to deploy helicopter support immediately for controlling and extinguishing forest fires in the Khuan Khreng peat swamp area of Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, following continuous fires that began on August 11, 2569, with multiple flare-ups reported. Suchart instructed close monitoring and urgent fire suppression, particularly in the low-water peat forest zones where smoldering fires and underground combustion pose a significant risk of widespread propagation. He authorized helicopter deployment to support ground personnel with aerial surveys and water-dropping operations, while emphasizing personnel and public safety. The Southern Forest Fire Control and Operations Center, part of Protected Area Management Office 5 in Nakhon Si Thammarat, reported fires across multiple locations in the Bo Llo and Talesai wildlife sanctuaries between August 11-14, with some being recurrent fires showing continuous dark-line activity requiring close vigilance. Following Suchart's orders, the Aviation Operations Center dispatched helicopter number 1106 to the Southern Regional Operations Base in Nakhon Si Thammarat on August 15, 2569, at 08:00 to prepare for and support aerial reconnaissance and water-dropping missions in the Khuan Khreng peat swamp area. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment will continue monitoring the situation and coordinate ground and aerial personnel to rapidly control the fires, prevent escalation, and minimize impact on communities and local ecosystems.

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National

Thailand Eyes Top-Six Finish, ASEAN Gold at Asian Games

Thailand aims to finish in the top six at next year's Asian Games in Nagoya while claiming first place among ASEAN nations, targeting at least 15 gold medals through enhanced athlete preparation and sports science programs.

Thailand Eyes Top-Six Finish, ASEAN Gold at Asian Games
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The director of the Sports Authority of Thailand announced the team's goals for the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan from September 19 to October 4, 2025, emphasizing confidence in reaching the top six nations and topping the ASEAN medal table. The Sports Authority is coordinating with multiple organizations to maximize athlete readiness, with systematic budget disbursement planned for both the Asian Games and Asian Para Games to ensure uninterrupted preparation. Officials confirmed a target of 15 gold medals, citing continuous team development since the Southeast Asian Games last year and intensive use of sports science, nutrition planning, and psychology to secure a top-six finish and first place among ASEAN nations. The director acknowledged the challenge, noting strong competitors including Japan as host, China, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, India, and Taiwan, but stated that this Asian Games will be a crucial test of Thai athletes' readiness ahead of the 2028 Olympics in the United States. At the previous 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, Thailand finished eighth with 12 gold, 14 silver, and 32 bronze medals, topping the ASEAN standings, while China won 201 gold medals in their 11th consecutive top finish, Japan placed second with 52 gold, and South Korea third with 42 gold.

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Police

Two Young Men Killed in Motorcycle Crash Into Power Pole

Two 20-year-old men died when their motorcycle crashed into a power pole on Old Hang Chat Road in Lampang province early August 15, with police investigating the cause of the collision.

Two Young Men Killed in Motorcycle Crash Into Power Pole
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At 3:20 a.m. on August 15, 2025, Lieutenant Wichian Jaisanklang, an investigator with Mueang Lampang Police Station, received a report of a motorcycle crash into a power pole that killed two people near the entrance to Ban Pa Hiang on Old Hang Chat Road in Bo Haew subdistrict, Mueang district, Lampang province. Rescue workers from Lampang Rescue Association and hospital emergency staff responded to the scene.

At the crash site, officers found a blue Honda Wave motorcycle registered in Lampang province lying on its side along the roadway. The front of the vehicle was severely damaged, with a blown-out front tire. Nearby, a steel power pole bore heavy impact marks. Two bodies of 20-year-old men were found at the scene; both were residents of Wiang Tal subdistrict, Hang Chat district, Lampang province.

The emergency doctor and police officers conducted a preliminary autopsy before Lampang Rescue Association personnel transported both bodies to the forensic pathology department at Lampang Hospital for further processing. Police are currently gathering evidence and examining the accident scene to determine the true cause of the crash before taking legal action and notifying the victims' relatives.

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