On August 2, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Wat Huay Sup in Na Ma Tum subdistrict, Phanat Nikhom district, Chachoengsao province, Nithirut Triwornsukmitr, deputy mayor of Nong Hiang subdistrict administration, along with his wife presented 50,000 firecrackers, a classical dance performance, and 100,000 baht in cash as an offering to Luang Por Yai (the revered abbot) inside the temple's prayer hall amid crowds of worshippers.

Nithirut displayed 32 winning government lottery tickets with the final two digits 69 to reporters. He also showed 10 tickets with number 971479 that narrowly missed the first prize by just two digits—a near-miss that would have been worth over 60 million baht. Despite the narrow loss, he received multiple prizes for the two-digit match.

Nithirut explained that he regularly visits the temple to make merit and request blessings for good fortune from Luang Por Yai. Before the latest lottery drawing, the abbot had given him the number 69, which he then purchased in three additional sets of 10 tickets each for a total of 32. All 32 tickets won the two-digit prize as intended. He also purchased 10 tickets with number 971479, which came within two digits of the first-prize jackpot.

Prior to the lottery, Nithirut had brought a land deed to Luang Por Yai for a blessing before selling it. After successfully selling the property, he made the donation as an act of gratitude and continued merit-making. Following the merit ceremony, other lottery players in attendance examined the winning ticket numbers 35-898 to use as guidance for future lottery purchases, all within an atmosphere of faith and devotion.

NIKI Club presents "Dance Till Dusk," a new-format wellness activity that combines exercise, music, and community building for health enthusiasts, supported by the National Sports Development Fund at the 40th floor and rooftop of One Bangkok Tower 3 in Bangkok. The event promotes exercise and sports as a lifestyle through diverse activities including Aerobic Dance and EDM Boxing, which blend physical movement with music to create motivation and enjoyment for all participants. The program features a Dawn Class aerobic dance session with celebrity health influencer Bebe Thunchon, a 360-degree Bangkok cityscape backdrop, and a Dusk Class EDM Boxing workout from Splash Box Studio that combines exercise with exciting music rhythms. Additional activities include a Coffee & Matcha Rave Party and Sunset After Party to help participants network and share experiences, along with a heart-themed dress code to add fun atmosphere and celebrity participation from various fields including actors and influencers Best Kamsing, Maprang Alisa, Great Varinthorn, and Lisa Theeratep. The "Dance Till Dusk" initiative aligns with the National Sports Development Fund's mission to promote sports and fitness across all demographic groups, emphasizing that sports serves not only competition but also as a tool for well-being, movement-focused community, and sustainable happiness.

A confrontation between Tak Bai Police investigative unit officers and a suspect resulted in the deaths of two detectives and injuries to three others. The suspect, a single male wearing only exercise pants and armed with a rifle, exploited his knowledge of the terrain to flee toward a palm grove behind the Phaiwuan Subdistrict Administrative Organization (Phaiwuan Tambon) in Tambon Phaiwuan, Amphoe Tak Bai, Narathiwat Province.

The two officers killed were identified as Police Sergeant Major Amran Ha and Police Lieutenant Withaya Chaipromkaew. The three wounded officers are Police Captain Traithat Kulsanthavasiri (grazed in the head), Police Lieutenant Wannuchit Saekho (shot in both legs), and Police First Sergeant Kittipong Seekham (grazed on the left torso). All injured officers have been transported to hospital.

Authorities comprising police, military, and administrative officials have cordoned off the area and established checkpoints along the border. Evidence collection units have been deployed to gather clues for the swift pursuit and arrest of the suspect.

Kriengsak Saensumrong has etched his name in history as the first Thai motorcycle rider to conquer the brutal Red Bull Romaniacs 2026 hard enduro rally in Romania. Racing in the Adventure Lite class (bib number 1226) for team TCT Thailand, Saensumrong transcended human limits and treacherous terrain to become the first Thai to finish the event, which is recognized globally as the world's toughest hard enduro rally.

Before the grueling competition began, Saensumrong had set a firm goal: "My objective is to finish this race, and I will carry the Thai flag with me throughout this entire journey." Today, he has proven to the world that Thai determination, skill, and strong heart can triumph on the world stage. His finish line crossing was not merely a personal victory but a proud moment for the Thai nation on a stage coveted by riders worldwide.

About Red Bull Romaniacs: The World's Toughest Test

Red Bull Romaniacs is one of the world's most prestigious and spectacular hard enduro rally and adventure bike competitions, held annually in the difficult mountain terrain surrounding the historic city of Sibiu, Romania. It is characterized by unique challenges including:

World-Class Toughness: Recognized globally as "The world's toughest hard enduro rally," it stands as the most demanding rally-raid competition on the planet.

Multi-Day Extreme Racing: Competitors battle through speed and skill in a prologue in the old city center before facing four consecutive days of intense off-road mountain riding through forests, ravines, massive boulders, and treacherous slopes.

Legendary Battleground: This venue hosts the world's elite riders, including Graham Jarvis, a seven-time hard enduro winner, and Mani Lettenbichler, the current world champion.

International Coverage: The event captivates motorsport fans worldwide through live broadcasts and coverage via the Red Bull Romaniacs official website.

The fact that a Thai athlete could endure exhaustion, dangerous terrain, and cross the finish line validates competitiveness at the international level. Saensumrong's success will inspire Thai youth and motorcycle racers to pursue their dreams and challenge their limits on the world stage.

Doctors are warning that persistent bone pain and unexplained fatigue should not be dismissed—they may signal multiple myeloma, a blood cancer stemming from abnormal plasma cells in bone marrow. Early detection significantly improves the chances of effective treatment and disease management. Dr. Liu Bo-ren, a Taiwanese physician specializing in nutritional and functional medicine, recently shared on Facebook about a patient who sought evaluation for unexplained bone pain and prolonged fatigue, only to be diagnosed with multiple myeloma.

Multiple myeloma cases have been rising in recent years. Doctors note that the incidence of this disease has shown an upward trend over the past few years. The condition develops when plasma cells—white blood cells responsible for producing antibodies—undergo malignant mutation and multiply abnormally within the bone marrow. This leads to reduced normal blood cell production and generation of abnormal proteins capable of destroying the kidneys and bones.

Remember symptoms using the "CRAB" rule. Because the disease presents with diverse symptoms and is easily misdiagnosed, doctors recommend monitoring symptoms through the simple "CRAB" mnemonic:

1. C (Calcium): High blood calcium levels result from bone destruction, causing calcium to leak into the bloodstream. This triggers thirst, frequent urination, constipation, and in severe cases, confusion or loss of consciousness.

2. R (Renal): Kidney dysfunction occurs when abnormal proteins from cancer cells clog kidney units, causing protein leakage in urine, foamy urine, and leg swelling.

3. A (Anemia): When cancer cells infiltrate bone marrow, red blood cell production declines, leading to easy fatigue, dizziness, blurred vision, or shortness of breath.

4. B (Bone): Bone abnormalities are the most common symptom, particularly back pain, chest pain, or chronic bone pain. In some cases, bones may fracture spontaneously without significant trauma.

Four at-risk groups to watch. Although the precise cause remains unclear, several factors may increase risk: age 60 and older; males (slightly higher incidence than females); prolonged exposure to chemicals or toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, dioxins, or heavy metals; and obesity or chronic inflammation, which may trigger abnormal cell division.

Treatment emphasizes disease control and quality of life. Current treatment aims to control disease progression, extend patient survival, and reduce complications. Approaches include targeted therapy, immunotherapy, steroids, chemotherapy, and stem cell transplantation in eligible patients. Doctors emphasize that treatment goals extend beyond eliminating cancer cells to reducing side effects and improving patient quality of life. Nutritional care may be integrated with primary treatment, such as managing inflammation, protecting bone and kidney health, and addressing nutritional needs per medical advice.

Home care is equally important. Patients should prioritize daily health management: prevent infection through mask-wearing, regular handwashing, and avoiding raw foods due to weakened immunity; prevent falls since bones are fragile and fracture easily; and monitor urine abnormalities such as foaming or changes in volume.

The bell-shaped stupa of Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn has dominated the center of Nakhon Si Thammarat for more than a thousand years. Today it is no longer merely a spiritual center for Thai people—it is a new heritage site for the world. Residents of Nakhon Si Thammarat and Thai citizens celebrated this historic moment after UNESCO's 48th World Heritage Committee meeting in Busan, South Korea, unanimously voted on July 25, 2025, to designate Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn in Nakhon Si Thammarat as a cultural world heritage site.

This marks Thailand's sixth cultural world heritage site, its ninth world heritage site overall, and the first cultural heritage site in Southern Thailand. Though historical records lack clear evidence of its origins, legend tells of Prince Thanthakumara and Princess Hemchala, two royal children from Thamburi, who brought the sacred tooth relic (Emerald Tusk) fleeing warfare to the sandy shore and built a small stupa to enshrine relics as its foundation.

In 1719, King Sri Thammaracha established Nakhon Si Thammarat and rebuilt the stupa. During the reign of King Chanthraphanusingharatmaja, the second king, he invited Buddhist monks from Sri Lanka to establish the sangha and renovated the stupa according to Sri Lankan architectural style—the inverted bell shape that appears today. According to Fine Arts Department records, the temple was originally called Wat Phra Brommathat, though whether monks permanently resided there remains unclear.

The Fine Arts Department notes that the temple's historic structures were maintained sporadically by local lords and respected elders. The governors of the time appointed a senior monk called Phra Kru Hem Jetiyanuraks as head, with four assistants who rotated custodian duties without monks taking permanent residence.

During the reign of King Mongkut (Rama VI), in 1858, he visited Nakhon Si Thammarat and appointed Phra Kru Vinaidthorn (Nun) from Wat Phet Chrik to be the abbot. From then on, the temple had a permanent abbot and resident monks. It received the new name Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn by royal decree under the Ministry of Religious Affairs' royal monastery regulations.

Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn covers 34.43 rai in a rectangular layout enclosed by a brick wall surrounding the stupa cluster—the spiritual center of the temple. It comprises one large main stupa on a high square base, four directional stupas at the corners, and 120 small stupas arranged in three concentric square rings around the main structure.

The finial of the main stupa features 52 tiered gold umbrellas, with ornate square pedestals between the bell and umbrellas decorated with stucco Buddha figures in graceful poses arranged as a circumambulatory, called the "Phra Wien." The stupa's spire stands 10.89 meters high and is sheathed in pure gold weighing 800 baht or approximately 216 kilograms—the origin of the province's motto referencing the "Golden Relic."

The significant tradition associated with the temple is the "Cloth-Raising Ceremony," in which townspeople collectively donate fabric.