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Tourism

Doctor Warns Solo Travelers of Silent Carbon Monoxide Danger

A doctor's viral TikTok warning highlights carbon monoxide poisoning risks for solo travelers, citing a 2023 incident where 12 guests died in a Georgian resort after a poorly placed generator filled their rooms with toxic gas.

Doctor Warns Solo Travelers of Silent Carbon Monoxide Danger
31 Jul Khaosod

On July 31, Dr. Benz Masterpiece posted a warning on TikTok (@dr.benz_masterpiece) about the often-overlooked danger of carbon monoxide poisoning affecting solo backpackers, especially those traveling in Europe. He referenced a tragic incident in Georgia on December 14, 2023, when 12 guests died simultaneously in separate rooms at a resort without any signs of injury. The guests had to use a portable generator for heat after losing power in cold weather, but the equipment was placed inside the building, causing toxic gas to accumulate. When staff checked in the morning, all 12 appeared to be peacefully asleep. Such incidents are surprisingly common, the doctor noted, citing U.S. research documenting 3,405 recorded cases. The most common sources of fatal carbon monoxide are heating devices and water heaters in hotels. The warning has become so well-known among solo backpackers worldwide that many now carry portable carbon monoxide detectors and use them in every accommodation. Dr. Benz recommends placing the detector on the bedside table before sleeping each night so it can alert occupants to any dangerous levels.

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National

Thailand Launches Big Data Platform to Boost Exercise Participation to 50%

Thailand launched a big data platform called CCC Phase 3 to track exercise data and boost regular physical activity participation to 50% by 2027, integrating insights from multiple apps and agencies to tailor health policies to specific pop

Thailand Launches Big Data Platform to Boost Exercise Participation to 50%
31 Jul Khaosod

On July 31, 2026, Deputy Secretary-General Natthriya Thueiwongse of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports opened the "Move Together Day: CCC Festival" at Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok's Pathumwan district, announcing the launch of CCC Phase 3 as a national big data platform for exercise. The platform will integrate exercise and sports data from the public to provide evidence-based insights for formulating precise health and sports policies that better serve the needs of Thai citizens.

Thueiwongse stated that the ministry prioritizes encouraging consistent exercise and sports participation by leveraging technology and data as motivational tools, aligned with modern digital lifestyles. CCC serves as a crucial mechanism connecting citizens, government, private sector, and health networks.

"CCC is no longer just a fitness tracking app. We are developing it into a central platform that harnesses data for both public benefit and government policy management. Our core goal is to increase exercise participation among Thai people and make it a daily habit," Thueiwongse said.

Phase 3 of CCC development aims to integrate data from multiple applications and relevant agencies to analyze exercise behavior patterns across regions, age groups, and target populations. This data will enable the government to design policies, measures, and promotional activities tailored to specific groups' needs and behaviors.

A redesigned CCC application featuring improved usability and diverse workout challenges and activities has also been launched to make exercise more accessible and engaging. Additionally, a "CCC Community" platform has been created to connect health-conscious individuals nationwide, facilitating experience sharing, activity creation, and collaborative exercise participation to build a broader "exercise culture" across society.

Thueiwongse emphasized that the CCC initiative aligns with the ministry's role in advancing the national strategy, with a key target of ensuring 50% of Thai people exercise or play sports regularly by 2027. Achieving this goal requires coordinated effort from technology, data analytics, motivation systems, and collaboration among government, private sector, communities, and citizens.

The "Move Together Day: CCC Festival" serves not only as the launch of Phase 3 but also as a platform to translate the "Move Together" concept into action, offering the public and health networks opportunities to test new features, learn, share experiences, and collectively foster an exercise culture.

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Regional

Bomokawa Extends Winning Streak with Third-Round Knockout

Filipino fighter Islaiye Erika Bomokawa knocked out Klinpaka P. Thaisong in the third round at ONE Lumpinee 164, extending her undefeated streak to four wins and earning a ONE Championship contract.

Bomokawa Extends Winning Streak with Third-Round Knockout
31 Jul Khaosod

At ONE Lumpinee 164 on July 31 at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium (Rama Intra), 25-year-old Filipino fighter Islaiye Erika Bomokawa, undefeated across her four ONE Lumpinee appearances, faced Klinpaka P. Thaisong, a skilled boxer from Chiang Rai, under Muay Thai rules in the atomweight division (105-115 lbs).

The opening round was cautious, with the referee issuing warnings to encourage more aggressive striking. In the final 30 seconds, both fighters showed increased activity, though no significant technique landed cleanly.

Round two opened with both fighters advancing immediately. Klinpaka threw kicks and attempted to close distance, while Bomokawa countered with straight punches, particularly late in the round, landing effective elbow strikes.

Seconds into round three, Bomokawa unleashed a powerful right hook directly to Klinpaka's chin, dropping her to the canvas. The referee immediately stopped the bout, giving Islaiye Erika Bomokawa the victory. She received a 350,000-baht knockout bonus and earned a contract with ONE Championship.

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Police

Police Chief Approves Resignation of Chief Police Doctor Amid Ethics Charges

The National Police Office approved the resignation of Chief Police Doctor Pol. Lt. Col. Dr. Taveesil Vejvitarnon effective August 1, 2026, following an investigation that found ethical violations in a medical case at Police Hospital.

Police Chief Approves Resignation of Chief Police Doctor Amid Ethics Charges
31 Jul Khaosod

On July 31, 2026, the National Police Office issued Order No. 341/2569 approving the resignation of Pol. Lt. Col. Dr. Taveesil Vejvitarnon, chief police physician, effective August 1, 2026. The approval was granted under the National Police Act B.E. 2565 and police regulations governing officer resignations. National Police Commander Pol. Gen. Kittiphat Punthavet signed the order on July 27, 2026. Prior to this, on July 29, an investigation committee chaired by Pol. Gen. Korjai Klaiklueang, Deputy Police Commander, unanimously determined that Dr. Taveesil had committed ethical violations according to the Medical Council's findings in the Class 14 case at Police Hospital. The National Police Commander subsequently authorized the establishment of a serious disciplinary investigation committee, chaired by Pol. Gen. Ittiphon Atchchariyapradit, Director of the National Police.

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Regional

Man's Eerie Gas Station Dream in Kanchanaburi Goes Viral

A TikTok user's unsettling dream at a Kanchanaburi gas station—featuring eight silent passengers with frozen smiles—went viral after others reported identical experiences at the same spot. Locals linked the phenomenon to the historic Elepha

Man's Eerie Gas Station Dream in Kanchanaburi Goes Viral
31 Jul Khaosod

On July 31, 2026, a TikTok user @Look Market posted about a disturbing experience after sleeping at a PTT gas station in Kanchanaburi and having a bizarre dream. In the post, he described pulling over under a tree at the station before the M81 motorway entrance, sleeping for about an hour and a half around midnight. During his sleep, he dreamed that someone hired him to give them a ride for approximately 860 to 880 baht. He recalled telling them he could only take 2 passengers because his car was too small, but the moment he opened the door, 8 people mysteriously rushed in and sat down with eerie, unchanging smiles. The dreamer added that the passengers sat silently—3 in front (1 woman and 2 men) and 5 in the back—with every one of them grinning slightly and making no sound. After he drove back onto the motorway for about 5 kilometers, streetlights went out on two poles simultaneously, which frightened him further.

Following the post, commenters revealed that he was the third person to report the same type of dream at that location, with some mentioning they had even received lottery numbers and been advised to make merit. Local residents then shared historical context, explaining that the gas station is located in an area known as Ban Tung Samo, Ban Don Chedi, and Ban Nong Khao. This region was the site of the legendary Elephant Battle (Yodha Hatthi) between King Naresuan of Ayutthaya and the Burmese Crown Prince during the early-modern period, when Ayutthayan and Burmese soldiers clashed across a wide expanse that extends to where the gas station now stands. The area is home to three villages and contains the Don Chedi Monument dedicated to King Naresuan, a museum housing war weapons, swords, and ornaments related to war elephants, and a nearby monument that Naresuan built in honor of the Burmese Crown Prince, located about 500 meters from the Don Chedi Monument. Local belief holds that the spirits of fallen Ayutthayan and Burmese soldiers still linger in the area, waiting for their next rebirth. According to locals, the dreamer was fortunate to have encountered these soldier spirits in whatever form they appeared, and was considered blessed.

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Police

Police Find Suspicious Grave in Forest as Suspects Confess to Russian Siblings' Murder

Police excavating a suspected grave in Chachoengsao forest following confessions from two men arrested for killing and burying two Russian siblings who disappeared during a motorcycle theft attempt on July 26.

Police Find Suspicious Grave in Forest as Suspects Confess to Russian Siblings' Murder
31 Jul Khaosod

Chachoengsao police are conducting a search at a suspicious burial site in a dry forest along Highway 7 near Rayong, following confessions from two men accused of killing and burying two Russian siblings.

On July 31, 2025, police reported progress in the case of a Russian brother and sister who disappeared with their motorcycle in the early morning of July 26. Investigators tracked down and arrested Thana (nicknamed Pong), 43, and Thongchai (nicknamed Thong), 39, in Sa Kaeo province.

Both suspects initially confessed that they killed the two victims. They shot the younger sibling and beat the elder sister to death because the pair resisted their attempted motorcycle theft. The suspects then transported and buried the bodies in the Chakkhaeng dry forest area, Moo 11, Huai Yai subdistrict, Ban Lanung district, Chachoengsao province.

Following the confessions, police officers worked alongside Ban Lanung district authorities and volunteer rescue workers to inspect the location identified by the suspects. They coordinated with forensic teams and relevant agencies to conduct a thorough examination of the area to locate the bodies and gather evidence for forensic analysis.

Most recently, Ponphan Wongmanithes, commander of Chachoengsao Provincial Police, and Isara Charoenjarearwee, deputy governor of Chachoengsao province, personally visited the incident command center and ordered the area sealed off, restricting access to unrelated persons.

Authorities discovered a mound of straw approximately 2 meters long beneath a tree at the suspected burial location. The site has been cordoned off to preserve evidence while forensic officers conduct detailed examination. Excavation will follow to determine whether human remains or objects matching the suspects' statements are present in the grave.

Based on investigation leads, authorities believe the grave contains the bodies of both Russian victims. Evidence examination and collection are ongoing, with forensic results expected to provide crucial information for further case development.

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Police

Japanese Prosecutors Drop Charges Against Thai Woman in Coffee Bag Drug Case

Japanese prosecutors dropped charges against a 28-year-old Thai woman arrested at Fukuoka Airport with methamphetamine in coffee sachets, determining she acted without criminal intent and had no trafficking ties.

Japanese Prosecutors Drop Charges Against Thai Woman in Coffee Bag Drug Case
31 Jul Khaosod

Japanese prosecutors have announced they will not charge a 28-year-old Thai woman arrested at Fukuoka Airport on July 12 with 900 grams of methamphetamine concealed in coffee sachets. The prosecutors determined she acted without criminal intent and had no prior involvement with international drug trafficking networks. Her parents, a 53-year-old father and 45-year-old mother, expressed relief at the Japanese authorities' decision, stating they are confident their daughter was not involved in drug trafficking. They plan to pick her up from the airport tomorrow around 2:00 p.m., after which the family will make merit at a temple, treating the incident as a misfortune that has now passed. The parents thanked all government agencies and officials involved for their assistance in clarifying the matter and said they will encourage their daughter to pursue legitimate business opportunities instead.

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Weather

Phetchabun Floods Strike Again After Overnight Respite

Phetchabun's Pasak River overflowed for the second time in two days after heavy overnight rain, flooding about 40-50 homes in Lom Kao district with water depths reaching 80 centimeters and prompting rescue operations by boat.

Phetchabun Floods Strike Again After Overnight Respite
31 Jul Khaosod

Heavy downpours in Phetchabun province sent a massive surge of water into the Pasak River, which overflowed its banks and flooded homes in Ban Wang Muang (Moo 8) and Ban Wang Khon (Moo 1), Tat Kloi subdistrict, Lom Kao district—marking the second deluge in as many days. This time, water levels rose higher and covered a wider area than the previous flood. About 40 to 50 houses were damaged, with floodwaters reaching 50–80 centimeters in depth at some locations, making it impossible for small vehicles to pass. Rescue personnel deployed boats to assist residents. Angkrit Wanchai, a Phetchabun Provincial Administration Organization councilor from Lom Kao district, explained that after water levels initially receded and some roads reopened, heavy rain struck upstream again after 10 a.m., sending a fresh surge of water into the area and reigniting the crisis. Although the S3 water-measurement station recorded a drop to 7.39 meters, water levels in the Wang Muang area continued to rise as the floodwaters moved downstream through Ban Wang Muang and Ban Wang Khon toward the Pasak River and onward to Lom Sak district. Authorities are urging downstream residents, particularly those in Lom Sak municipality, to monitor the situation closely and prepare for the incoming floodwaters.

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Tourism

Thriller 'The Devil's Mouth' Filmed Across Thailand

Five adventurers encounter something deadly while cave diving along Thailand's coast in survival thriller "The Devil's Mouth," filmed across multiple Thai locations from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son.

Thriller 'The Devil's Mouth' Filmed Across Thailand
31 Jul Khaosod

The Devil's Mouth is a heart-pounding survival thriller about five young adventurers who journey along Thailand's breathtaking coastline and discover a remote cave known as "The Devil's Mouth." When they join a cave-diving tour, they find themselves stalked by something deadly beneath the water.

The film was shot across several stunning locations throughout Thailand, including Bangkok, Krabi, Mae Hong Son, and Samut Prakan. The cast features rising stars Kathryn Newton, Lana Condor, Gavin Casalegno, Nico Hiraga, and Tommi Rose, alongside internationally recognized Thai actor Tayme Thapthimthong.

Thapthimthong plays a cave-diving guide who leads foreign tourists into the underwater cave. He expressed pride in being part of a film shot entirely in Thailand, from north to south, to showcase the country's beauty to global audiences. In his role, his character initially suspects nothing is amiss, but once disaster strikes, his sole objective becomes ensuring every group member escapes alive.

Thapthimthong described the role as requiring authenticity and realism above all else. To prepare for the extensive underwater sequences, all six main cast members attended a month-long diving workshop in a two-meter-deep swimming pool, where professional instructors trained them in freediving and scuba basics. The cast practiced breath-holding regularly, as many scenes required extended underwater filming periods.

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Breaking

YouTuber Hulun's Brother Updates on Repatriation Process

YouTuber Hulun Solow's remains are in the documentation stage for repatriation to Thailand after he was found dead at a Georgia hotel; his brother says authorities are awaiting paperwork before expediting the body's return.

YouTuber Hulun's Brother Updates on Repatriation Process
31 Jul Khaosod

In the case of Hulun Solow, a well-known YouTuber who went missing in Georgia for over two weeks before being found dead at a hotel, his brother Klose Mos posted on Facebook to provide an update on proceedings. The family has learned from the embassy and Georgian police that the process of returning the remains to Thailand is currently in the documentation stage, with police awaiting a power of attorney document from Thailand. Once all paperwork is complete, police will coordinate with Georgian prosecutors to expedite the removal of the body from the morgue and its return to Thailand as quickly as possible.

Regarding the cause of death, an official autopsy has not yet been conducted, so the family cannot confirm or conclude the circumstances. They are awaiting formal results from authorities.

Police have confirmed that the deceased's belongings—including a camera, notebook, mobile phone, wallet, cash, passport, clothing, and other items—were found intact, with no signs of theft or disturbance. The cash remains accounted for. However, the camera, notebook, and mobile phone may need to be retained as evidence for ongoing investigation and therefore cannot be returned to Thailand at this time. Other items such as cash, passport, and clothing can be returned.

The family will continue to monitor updates from the embassy and relevant agencies, relying only on officially confirmed information to avoid confusion and misinformation. The timeline for returning the body to Thailand is still being finalized, and the embassy will notify the family as soon as exact travel and arrival dates are confirmed.

The family expressed gratitude to the embassy, police, relevant authorities, and all those who have provided support and assistance throughout this difficult process.

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Police

Suspect Confesses, Leads Police to Burial Site Near Pattaya

A man arrested near Pattaya has confessed to killing two Russian siblings and led police to their burial site in a remote forest area.

Suspect Confesses, Leads Police to Burial Site Near Pattaya
31 Jul The Phuket Express

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CHONBURI, Thailand – Police have taken into custody Mr. Thana, known as “Pong,” and his close acquaintance “Thong” a suspect wanted under an arrest warrant, after he confessed to transporting and secretly burying bodies of two young Russian siblings in a remote forest area. He allegedly killed the pair after an attempt to steal their […] Main Suspect in Alleged Murder of Russian Siblings Brings Police to Burial Site Near Pattaya -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

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