National

Chulabhorn College Honors Royal Vision With Medical-Art Initiative

Chulabhorn Royal College celebrated Princess Chulabhorn Walailak's birthday with a merit-making ceremony honoring her vision of blending medicine with art, marked by her donation of 690,000 cancer medication units to Thailand's health syste

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Chulabhorn Royal College held a merit-making ceremony titled "Artful Vision of Royal Compassion" on July 4, 2569 (2026) to honor the birthday of Professor Dr. Princess Chulabhorn Walailak, the college's president and board chair. The event took place at the Sriswangvadhana Building within Chulabhorn Hospital and was presided over by Acting Vice-Secretary General Dr. Ratchata Ratchatanawin. Administrative leaders, staff, government officials, partner organizations, and the public participated in the ceremony, offering flowers as tribute to recognize the princess's dedication to public welfare and Thailand's medical and public health development. The princess founded Chulabhorn Royal College in 2559 (2016) as a premier institution for education, research, medicine, and public health aimed at improving citizens' quality of life. She has demonstrated exceptional expertise in medical science, pharmacy, and visual arts by uniquely blending scientific knowledge with artistic imagination to create innovations and new hope for Thailand's health system. As a remarkable gesture on her birthday, the princess graciously donated 690,000 units of Immurabine 100 cancer medication to the national health system—a pharmaceutical achievement reflecting her tireless commitment to ensuring equitable cancer treatment access. The college presented three commemorative lectures and announced two prestigious national and international medical awards: the Sriswangvadhana Award for 2569, presented during a lecture on "Science of Compassion: From Dedication to Public Wellness" by Dr. Ratchata Ratchatanawin; the Princess Chulabhorn Award for 2568, presented during a lecture on "Science for Humanity: Diligence in Oncology" by Dr. Tassana Buntong, Dean of the Nursing Faculty; and a tribute lecture on "Science Reflecting Beauty: Phalaenopsis Princess Chulabhorn Orchid—From Silk Art Innovation to Exquisite Floral Beauty" by Dr. Takorn Pannit, Acting Vice-Secretary General.

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Police

Van Strikes Motorcyclist In U-Turn, 74-Year-Old Dies

A 74-year-old motorcyclist died after a passenger van struck him at a U-turn point on Suansor Road in Prachuap Khiri Khan province on July 3; police say the van was traveling at excessive speed and couldn't brake in time.

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Police received a report on July 3 of a collision between a passenger van and a sidecar motorcycle with serious injuries on Suansor Road near a U-turn point in Nong Saeng subdistrict, Prachuap Khiri Khan province. Officers found the van parked on the roadside with severe damage to its left front. About 30 meters away lay the body of 74-year-old Boonjan, unconscious and motionless on the road verge, severely battered from being struck and thrown from the motorcycle. Emergency responders performed CPR before transporting him to hospital. Nearby on the roadside lay a blue Honda motorcycle with sidecar, overturned and damaged from the impact.

Initial investigation revealed the van was traveling from Na Di district toward Prachuap Khiri Khan when it struck Boonjan's motorcycle as he attempted to turn ahead. The van was traveling at speed and could not brake in time to avoid the collision. Boonjan died later at the hospital.

Local residents reported the U-turn point is a recurring accident hotspot, as vehicles traveling straight often drive at excessive speeds and cannot stop in time when drivers ahead brake or turn suddenly. Police Inspector Sophon Chinasutti said investigators will question the van driver, examine collision evidence, and interview witnesses. If the driver was speeding, negligent, and failed to reduce speed at the U-turn point, criminal charges will be filed.

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Police

Saraburi Governor Suspends District Chief Over Bribery Allegations

Saraburi's district chief was suspended following his arrest on bribery and misconduct charges involving abuse of official position. The governor removed him to protect public trust while criminal proceedings continue.

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Saraburi Governor Banjcha Chaowrintha has signed Provincial Order No. 2205/2569 placing District Chief Prin of Phra Phutthbat district on temporary suspension, following Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's policy directive. Prin, a senior provincial administrator, was arrested based on arrest warrant No. 20/2569 issued by the Central Region Corruption and Misconduct Complaint Court.

Prin faces charges of abusing his official position to coerce or solicit property or benefits for himself or others, as well as breaching his duties through misconduct or corruption under the Criminal Code articles 149 and 157. The arrest was coordinated between the Anti-Corruption Division, the Saraburi Office of the Ombudsman, and the Office of Administrative Affairs.

The governor's order emphasized that the district chief position requires public trust and credibility. Since Prin now faces criminal charges related to corruption, allowing him to remain in office would damage public confidence in the administration. The province determined that his continued service could cause harm to government operations. Criminal proceedings are expected to be lengthy, warranting his immediate temporary suspension.

The order took effect upon issuance. Those named in the order retain the right to lodge a written complaint with the Permanent Secretary of the Interior Ministry within 30 days of notification.

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Police

Police Dismantle Tiger Online Gambling Network, Seize 46M Baht

Police dismantled a major online gambling network operating across 40-50 websites, arresting three suspects and seizing 46 million baht in assets including luxury cars and cash after the network processed around 500 million baht monthly.

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The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau has dismantled the Tiger online gambling network in Operation Tiger Head Hunt, arresting three suspects and seizing more than 46 million baht in assets after uncovering a network handling around 500 million baht a month.

At a press briefing on 3 July 2026, officers said the investigation targeted the "boonmee" gambling website and more than 40–50 online gambling sites operating under the Tiger platform, offering casino games, slot machines, boxing and international football betting.

Investigators traced the network's financial transactions and found gambling proceeds were laundered through layers of corporate and nominee bank accounts to conceal their origin. The investigation led police to Loei province, where a woman admitted she was paid 1,500 baht a month to allow the syndicate to use her home's Wi-Fi connection to disguise the IP addresses used for online banking transactions.

Further investigation uncovered a safe house in Chiang Mai, which police said was used to collect gaming platform commissions and hold funds for the network. Police arrested the alleged network leader, Tatchai (surname withheld), along with his girlfriend, Krittaya (surname withheld), who allegedly managed the group's finances. Investigators said the proceeds were transferred to the bank account of Krittaya's sister, Romita (surname withheld).

The three suspects face charges including operating an illegal online gambling business, money laundering conspiracy and money laundering. Assets seized during the raids included a McLaren, an Audi, luxury jewellery, designer handbags and cash worth more than 46 million baht. Authorities also froze an additional 4 million baht in bank accounts linked to the network.

Police said the investigation is continuing to trace financial transactions and seize additional assets connected to the gambling operation.

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National

Five Top Thai Singers Unite For Historic Club 30 Concert

Five of Thailand's biggest music stars—Ink Waruntorn, Boykylion, Jeff Satur, The Toys, and Nont Tanont—performed together at the historic Club 30 Concert on June 27-28 at Bangkok's Impact Arena, with over 20,000 tickets selling out immediat

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Club 30 Concert 2026 will go down in history as a defining moment for the Thai music scene, bringing together five top-tier artists who are currently at the height of their success. The lineup features Ink Waruntorn, Boykylion, Jeff Satur, The Toys, and Nont Tanont, all riding waves of musical excellence and stardom.

The two-day concert on June 27-28, 2026 at Impact Arena in Muang Thonburi, presented by Mama, kicked off with a medley of each artist's biggest hits performed together on a single stage, starting with "Rak Raeng" by Nont Tanont, followed by "Lop Mai Dai Chuay Hai Luem" by Ink Waruntorn, "Dum Dum" by Jeff Satur, "Korn Rue Duean Fun" by The Toys, and closing with "Wad Wai" by Boykylion sung by all five performers.

The concert featured solo performances and special duets between the artists. Highlights included Ink performing "Ride or Die," Boykylion with "Tok Nam Tah" and "Khong Khwun Pi Mai," The Toys delivering "Sai Tah Lok Kan Mai Dai," and a highly anticipated collaboration between Nont and Jeff on "4:00." The show also featured an AI comedy skit called "Gam Rak Krua Hasan Talad Thai," which saw the five artists roleplay in a romantic love triangle scenario, complete with the song "Jai Yen."

Over 20,000 tickets from both shows sold out immediately upon release, cementing this concert as one of the most anticipated events of 2026.

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Breaking

Man Survives Eight Days Trapped Under 140-Ton Rubble

A man in Venezuela survived eight days trapped under 140 tons of rubble after devastating earthquakes in June, rescued after emergency workers heard his faint cries for help from an underground parking lot.

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BBC reported on July 3 a miraculous survival story from Venezuela's devastating earthquakes on June 24, which measured 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude. Rescue workers successfully pulled out a man named Hernán Gil after he was trapped under collapsed building debris for eight days. Gil was located beneath the rubble and rescue efforts took over 100 hours from his discovery until extraction. A Chilean firefighter described the operation as the most complex and technically difficult rescue he had ever undertaken.

The confirmed death toll from the twin earthquakes has risen to at least 2,595, with around 12,500 injured and over 50,000 still missing. Allan Madrigal, an emergency medical officer with the Costa Rican Red Cross, revealed that he heard Gil's faint cries for help on Sunday, June 28, as Gil attempted to dig himself out from the rubble. Madrigal initially doubted his own ears and asked colleagues to confirm he was not imagining the sound.

Gil was working in a small concrete enclosure in the underground parking lot adjacent to the Galerías Playa Grande shopping center in Catia La Mar when the earthquakes struck. He survived because the concrete structure shielded him from approximately 140 tons of building debris that collapsed in that area. Officials noted that rescue efforts were delayed partly because access tunnels constructed by rescue workers collapsed multiple times, highlighting the dangers both rescuers and Gil faced. Despite these obstacles, rescue teams eventually located Gil and successfully extracted him from the rubble.

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National

Thailand Sets 12-Hour Workday Cap For Film Industry

Thailand's labor ministry will cap daily film and TV production workdays at 12 hours and launch social security improvements for entertainment workers, who currently often work over 16 hours with minimal protections.

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Labor Minister Chulaphan Amornvivat announced a major overhaul of entertainment industry labor protections on July 3, 2026, following collaborative discussions with the Thai Directors Association, Thai Actors Association, and media production networks. The creative media industry has undergone significant structural changes due to foreign investment and platform expansion, creating complex and diverse employment models that require updated worker protections.

The minister outlined two key initiatives. First, the government will launch upskilling and reskilling programs through the Department of Skill Development, offering professional certification recognized both domestically and internationally to improve employment prospects and raise worker incomes. Second, the ministry will address excessive working hours by establishing a working committee with industry representatives to draft regulations capping daily workdays at approximately 12 hours—currently, crew members, actors, lighting technicians, set designers, and support staff often work over 16 hours daily, creating health and safety risks.

Although many entertainment workers are freelancers, the ministry believes all deserve proper welfare and social security benefits. The government is studying ways to improve social insurance systems for this workforce, including healthcare, unemployment protection, and retirement security. The ministry is also promoting contract literacy among industry professionals, as many disputes stem from informal agreements and wage theft. Legal experts will conduct seminars on contract negotiations, worker rights, and legal protections.

While famous actors may face fewer vulnerabilities, supporting actors and crew members lack sufficient job security protections. Labor Minister Chulaphan emphasized commitment to concrete measures that elevate standards across Thailand's entire entertainment industry.

Chusakiat Saktiveerakul, president of the Thai Directors Association, confirmed the organization regularly receives complaints about wage non-payment, overtime issues, and workers unaware of their contractual rights. Small-crew members owed thousands of baht—critical to their livelihoods—have been particularly affected. He viewed this collaboration as a crucial starting point for improving entertainment workers' quality of life.

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National

Thai Industry Group Urges Government to Cut Energy Prices

Thailand's business chamber is pushing the government to cut energy prices as global oil costs decline, arguing lower fuel expenses would ease living costs and boost economic recovery across the nation.

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Pimpjai Lee Issaranukul, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC), announced that as global oil markets stabilize and crude prices have fallen from the elevated levels seen during Middle East tensions, the government should promptly implement measures to adjust domestic energy prices appropriately to reflect these reduced costs. This would help ease the cost of living for citizens, reduce business expenses quickly, and support Thailand's economic recovery.

The TCC has submitted five key proposals to the government:

1. Accelerate the transfer of reduced energy costs to consumers by implementing domestic pricing mechanisms that quickly, transparently, and fairly reflect global oil price reductions, ensuring direct benefits for both citizens and businesses.

2. Balance fuel fund management by reviewing fund collection obligations to suit the current stabilized market conditions, preventing citizens and businesses from bearing unnecessarily high energy costs.

3. Reduce the country's economic costs, as fuel expenses impact not only motorists but also transportation, food, and production costs for businesses, particularly SMEs, thereby enhancing competitiveness and stimulating overall economic activity.

4. Build confidence in the country's economic management through policies that promptly respond to global market changes with clarity, reinforcing trust among citizens, investors, and the business sector.

5. Accelerate the transition to clean energy while reducing fossil fuel dependence by promoting energy efficiency improvements and supporting clean energy deployment to ensure energy security, enhance industrial competitiveness, and support the long-term shift to a low-carbon economy.

Implementing these measures would provide both short-term relief from cost pressures and establish long-term energy foundations for the country, alleviating the cost-of-living burden on citizens, strengthening business competitiveness, and reinforcing confidence in Thailand's economy during volatile global conditions.

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Weather

Thailand Braces for Heavy Rain from Tropical Storm Maysak

Tropical Storm Maysak is expected to bring heavy rainfall to Thailand's North, Northeast, East, and Southern regions from July 3-6, with authorities activating daily briefings and disaster alerts to monitor flash floods and landslides.

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Thailand's National Water Resources Office (ONWR) is joining forces with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation to prepare for severe rainfall from monsoon troughs and Tropical Storm Maysak. Secretary-General Chayant Mueang Song reported that a monsoon trough is currently crossing the North and upper Northeast, while the southwest monsoon is bringing strong winds across the Andaman Sea, Thai waters, and the Gulf of Thailand. A depression in the northern South China Sea has intensified into Tropical Storm Maysak, which is expected to move toward Hainan Island and northern Vietnam on July 4-5, 2026, indirectly impacting Thailand with heavy to very heavy rainfall in the upper Northeast, North, East, and western Southern regions. This could trigger flash floods, flash floods from runoff, and landslides.

The ONWR's National Water Operations Center holds regular situation briefings daily at 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM to analyze rainfall patterns, assess severity, and identify at-risk areas before distributing information to regional ONWR offices for management. If at-risk areas for flooding, flash floods, or landslides are identified, the office will immediately coordinate with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation to issue public alerts via Cell Broadcast technology. From July 3-6, 2026, high-risk provinces requiring special monitoring include Chiang Rai, Nan, and Phayao in the North; Chanthaburi and Trat in the East; and Phang Nga, Phuket, Ranong, and Krabi in the South.

The office continues to closely monitor and manage water levels in reservoirs and water releases to align with rainfall and storm conditions. Currently, national water sources hold 44,137 million cubic meters, or 55 percent of storage capacity, with usable water at 20,026 million cubic meters, or 35 percent. The office continuously tracks inflow to reservoirs to adjust water release plans appropriately, ensuring flood management capacity during monsoon season and water conservation for the dry season as Thailand faces El Niño conditions.

From June 25 to July 1, 2026, 35 major reservoirs nationwide received 331 million cubic meters of water, distributed across regions: North (9 reservoirs, 98 million cu.m.), upper Northeast (12 reservoirs, 45 million cu.m.), Central (2 reservoirs, 12 million cu.m.), East (6 reservoirs, 8 million cu.m.), West (4 reservoirs, 107 million cu.m.), and South (2 reservoirs, 61 million cu.m.). The top five reservoirs by inflow are Vajiralongkorn, Sirikit, Bhumibol, Ratchaprapha, and Srinakarin dams.

Meanwhile, the ONWR remains vigilant about drought-prone areas during July 2026 due to rainfall gaps, having compiled data on water-scarce regions nationwide covering domestic consumption, agriculture, and water quality. The office coordinates with relevant agencies to continuously monitor, analyze, and assess water situations under the Water Resources Management Committee to adjust management criteria accordingly.

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Police

Thai Airways Drug Smuggling Case Expands: Two Foreign Masterminds Identified

Police have identified two foreign masterminds orchestrating drug shipments through Thai Airways to Australia and Taiwan, with a Laotian couple from Loei Province under interrogation as the investigation expands across multiple countries.

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The Narcotics Control Board secretary revealed numerous suspects in the Thai Airways drug trafficking case, identifying two major figures in neighboring countries overseeing drug shipments to Australia and Taiwan. On July 3, 2025, at the Government House, Deputy Police General Suriya Singhakam, secretary of the Narcotics Control Board, discussed the investigation into a driver who delivered packages to Meena, a Thai Airways flight attendant. Bangkok police are tracking the delivery rider to verify details and pursuing another individual who removed parcels from a sedan and drove the vehicle. Police are questioning suspects to confirm facts and locate the parcel carrier. A Laotian couple arrested from Loei Province is being interrogated to establish connections and confirm the drug trafficking pipeline through Thailand to Australia and Taiwan. Two foreign accomplices are identified as the primary operatives responsible for controlling two separate drug shipments—one to Australia and another to Taiwan. When asked whether Thai nationals served as major organizers beyond the hired rider and flight attendant, Deputy Police General Suriya stated investigations are ongoing, noting Thailand serves merely as a transit point, with buyers and foreign recipients arranging purchases directly. Regarding the couple's claim that the final drug consignment was sent on June 28, and whether authorities located it, Suriya confirmed all shipments have been traced, with arrests made at three locations starting June 30 and July 1, with additional arrests beforehand as the investigation expands. When pressed on the total number of suspects arrested in this case, Suriya asked for patience given the numerous people involved and deferred further details to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Interior Minister, who would issue orders.

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Tourism

Grab and Thailand Tourism Board Launch Influencer Travel Campaign

Grab and Thailand's Tourism Board are launching an influencer-driven campaign featuring celebrities Lingling Kwong and Orm Kornnaphat to promote 55 lesser-known Thai cities, with 50 winners earning all-expenses-paid trips alongside the star

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Grab Thailand and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) have announced a major "Fandom Tourism" initiative centered on celebrities Lingling Kwong and Orm Kornnaphat. The campaign, dubbed "Grab Amazing Thai Rares," seeks to promote 55 undiscovered Thai cities to travelers worldwide. According to officials, a previous collaboration between Grab and TAT generated over 300 million impressions and boosted ride-sharing usage by 48 percent. For this year's campaign, Grab has produced new promotional videos and multi-language travel guides. The centerpiece is a sweepstakes offering 50 lucky winners a three-day, all-expenses-paid journey alongside the two celebrities, with entries accepted until September 6, 2026. Participants can earn entries by using Grab's ride-sharing or food delivery services during their stay in Thailand.

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