On June 30, 2569, National Narcotics Control Board Secretary Pol. Lt. Gen. Suriya Singhakhamal revealed details of a Thai Airways flight attendant arrested for smuggling drugs into Australia. The condominium search, supported by CCTV footage, showed a rider delivering a package on June 22, which was left at the lobby after the flight attendant failed to return. Officers found no drugs or illegal items during the room search, prompting them to interview the suspect's boyfriend for further investigation.

Joint investigations with Australian Federal Police uncovered that the flight attendant was contacted through an online cargo group by an account named "Rose," seeking travelers to Australia with space for goods. Though initially hesitant about the fake account, the flight attendant eventually agreed to transport items for 8,800 baht after the account owner assured it was legitimate.

The "Rose" account has since been deactivated, and authorities are pursuing the account holder and network members. Officers also visited the suspect's Phayao home, where her mother confirmed she last returned in April and sends 10,000 baht monthly for a vehicle payment registered in the mother's name, with installments around 8,000 baht monthly. The mother indicated her daughter carries education loan debt, earns modest income, and comes from a typical farming family.

The Thai embassy in Australia is providing consular assistance while the case proceeds through Australian courts. The suspect remains in custody with bail pending. Thai authorities expect clarity on further legal proceedings within approximately four weeks and continue coordinating with Australian police to identify other network members involved in the drug trafficking scheme.

Labor Minister Julphand Amornvivat announced that the Cabinet has approved the 8th Abu Dhabi Dialogue Declaration, marking a major step in upgrading labor protections, promoting fair employment, developing skills for the digital economy, and increasing opportunities for Thai workers to compete in the global labor market.

The minister stated that the government prioritizes the quality of life, dignity, and rights of all Thai workers, whether working domestically or abroad, particularly those heading to Gulf Arab nations who will benefit from this cooperation framework.

The collaboration focuses on three main areas: establishing fair and comprehensive employment systems with transparent recruitment procedures to reduce unnecessary costs and ensure equal welfare and labor rights in destination countries; developing skills to support the digital age through upskilling and reskilling programs, especially in technology and artificial intelligence; and promoting international credential recognition to enable Thai workers to access better positions and higher incomes globally.

Julphand emphasized the government's commitment to comprehensively protecting all worker groups including women, youth, and those in new forms of employment, ensuring sustainable career security. The Labor Ministry is ready to fully advance this cooperation to guarantee that all Thai workers travel abroad safely, with dignity, and receive fair compensation.

Thailand's data center sector is accelerating sharply, with BOI-approved project values jumping from 98 billion baht in 2024 to 335 billion baht in the first nine months of 2025, according to Kasikornbank Research. This surge is expected to drive average data center capacity expansion of roughly 59% annually through 2026-2028.

Currently, Bangkok and its metropolitan areas remain Thailand's primary data center hub, accounting for about 52% of national capacity, while the EEC region holds approximately 41%. This reflects how existing investment clusters remain concentrated in Bangkok as the country's business center.

The EEC is rapidly becoming a new growth engine for data centers, leveraging abundant land, industrial parks, and benefits such as long-term land leases, environmental permits, and construction support. Data center projects under construction in the EEC with expected completion by 2028 total 149.9 MW—nearly double the 76.7 MW in Bangkok and its surroundings.

However, EEC's growth depends on adequate electricity and water supplies. Currently, the electrical grid in the EEC region has limited capacity for data center investment, though authorities are upgrading the network by 1,150 MW total—with 400 MW already operational and 750 MW under development.

Water availability presents constraints in Chachoengsao and Rayong, where industrial factories are heavily concentrated. However, Chachoengsao has 63% water reserves remaining, positioning it as more attractive for data center investment than other EEC areas.

The entertainment industry has a new yuri couple to celebrate! Thisa Vritathisa Limtammahissara and Anna Sueangamian are making their debut as a pair in the GL series "Love Above The Clouds" at the CUU Thailand Line-Up 2026-2027 event, which showcased the year's major projects at Lido Connect Hall 1.

Both actresses sat down for an interview as first-time partners in the GL series "Love Above The Clouds: Deceiving Love, A Game Above the Clouds," sharing behind-the-scenes details about their casting, their natural chemistry, and intimate scenes that had Anna blushing intensely. Both acknowledged their excitement about working together for the first time.

Thisa revealed this is a new experience since she has previously only acted in male-female pairings. Anna admitted her excitement matches what she felt during her pageant finals, and expressed delight at having Thisa as her partner, asking fans to embrace their pairing.

**A New Yuri Couple for the Industry?**

Thisa: "I'm excited. It's something new, a fresh opportunity and new experience for both of us. This is our first time playing a couple together. We may have crossed paths at events or worked on projects before, but this is the first drama series we're doing as a pair."

Anna: "Actually, I've hosted a radio program with Thisa before, and we used to joke around saying that girl-girl pairings are really trending now, or that it might be us. We even shot some scenes together at a temple (laughs). I'm really happy to be working with Thisa now."

**As excited as your pageant finals?**

Anna: "Exactly! Because I got to do some voice recording for the pilot, but I didn't get to see the full finished version beforehand."

Thisa: "I watched it for the first time along with everyone else. I hadn't seen what our pilot looked like before, so I watched it with everyone."

Anna: "That's why I'm so excited. Previously, I've been working solo in my own storyline, but now with Thisa coming in as another presence in my part of the work, I'm very excited. I don't know what the future holds, but I'm so happy today that Thisa is my partner. Wow, I'm talking really sweet (laughs)."

**What kind of love story is ours?**

Thisa: "It's definitely fiery and intense! Both characters won't back down from each other. My character is a CEO, the president of a security company, and hers will be infiltrating our company with information."

Anna: "I'm a spy. We'll have to wonder whether the CEO finds out about me and how things play out. What I've read from the original novel is quite romantic, but I'm not sure how much more romantic the adaptation will be—though the intensity and passion are definitely guaranteed."

**Anna Initially Claimed to Be the 'Masculine' One, But Ended Up as the 'Feminine' One?**

Anna: "Yes, I cast myself a lot. Everyone might think Anna looks strong and more masculine, but in the end, on the outside I might be masculine but inside my heart is very feminine (laughs). I get shy. When we perform the masculine role, it feels strange and awkward."

Anna: "At first, I played one scene with Thisa one way, but when we switched roles, the chemistry just clicked. Thisa has this natural leadership and composure, while I'm more playful. When it comes to protective moments, it might seem like one thing, but in other aspects... (laughs)."

**While on the surface Thisa looks neat and sweet, but she's actually more feminine?**

Thisa: "I'll leave that for the audience to decide. Please watch and see for yourselves. If it's about the character and storyline, I'll let viewers judge."

Khao Khiao Open Zoo has released a special "Moo Deng Tail Print" (Moo Deng Tail Print) collectible commemorating the second birthday of Moo Deng, the beloved pygmy hippopotamus, on July 10, 2025, according to zoo director Narongwit Chadchoy.

Only 999 pieces will be produced worldwide, priced at 1,999 baht per set. The final numbered piece (999) will be auctioned off, with proceeds supporting the zoo's operations. Pre-orders are now open through July 15, 2025, or until inventory is sold out. Orders can be placed by messaging the Khao Khiao Open Zoo Promotion page.

Japanese forward Keito Nakamura posted a message on Instagram after the Samurai Blues fell in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 following a 1-2 defeat to Brazil.

Japan lost 1-2 to Brazil in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match, ending their tournament run at this stage.

After the match, 25-year-old forward Keito Nakamura posted a message stating: "My first World Cup has come to an end. Hearing the overwhelming cheers, expectations, and seeing everyone's unwavering belief in our national team filled me with regret that I couldn't repay everyone with the results we wanted. Speaking for myself, I genuinely realize I still need to develop and grow much more. From here on, I will move forward, look ahead, and commit fully to everything in front of me to reach the goals I've set. I truly thank everyone for your tremendous support and encouragement. Japan's future is just beginning now."