On August 10, Natural Resources Minister Suchat Chomklin chaired the first 2025 meeting of the Eastern Region Flood and Drought Prevention Committee at Chon Buri Provincial Hall, with participation from ministry officials, provincial governors, deputy governors, and relevant agencies. The meeting aimed to accelerate disaster preparedness across eight eastern provinces: Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi, Trat, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chachoengsao, Sa Kaeo, and Nakhon Nayok.

Chomklin stated that the government under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul prioritizes systematic, rapid, and unified disaster management to ensure timely public assistance. He instructed all agencies to develop coordinated water management plans for both flooding and drought scenarios to maximize public benefit and minimize impacts on lives, property, and the local economy. For flood response, local governments and private sector partners must coordinate service delivery to reduce redundancy and provide efficient support when disasters occur. Preparations include installing water pumps, clearing water channels, and draining water according to conditions.

The ministry has been ordered to ensure full readiness with adequate personnel, equipment, resources, and facilities for immediate response to flooding or drought. Temporary shelters with sufficient capacity must be prepared in coordination with hotels and relevant organizations. Health agencies must prepare personnel, vehicles, medicines, and 24-hour emergency medical systems, prioritizing vulnerable populations.

Chomklin also established three subcommittees to oversee the eight provinces, monitor situations, assess problems on the ground, and report to the main committee for swift solutions. All agencies were instructed to integrate operations through the National Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Command and provincial incident command centers to ensure unified direction and reduce redundancy. Any budget constraints or obstacles must be reported immediately for resolution.

"Public suffering is urgent and cannot wait," Chomklin said. "The government must prepare beforehand, implement effective water management systems, and integrate all sectors to work as one team. When situations arise, we must respond quickly, care for the people closely, and stand beside them in all circumstances."

A motorcycle taxi driver has opened up about unknowingly transporting Chalerm Riawyaeng, a former Nonthaburi MP accused of shooting Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenpraserit, the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization chair, who was killed in the attack outside the PAO office. The incident stems from personal disputes and a 11-million-baht financial dispute. At 5:40 p.m. on August 10, 2025, after nearly six hours of police interrogation, the driver spoke to media about the incident. He revealed that Chalerm booked the motorcycle taxi ride near the crime scene with a destination of Wat Bang Phraek Tai. While driving through Rattanakosin Police Station, officers tailed and stopped him, discovering his passenger was a wanted suspect. The driver said he had no prior knowledge that Chalerm was a politician or connected to the incident. When Chalerm boarded the motorcycle, he showed no unusual behavior, only talking on his phone throughout the ride. The fare for the trip was 60 baht, which the driver has yet to receive. Having been detained for police questioning since morning for nearly six hours, he lost a full day's income and was unable to pick up other passengers.

A neighbor grew concerned when his friend failed to bring offerings to monks for two days and could not be reached. Police from Nong Yai Station in Chachoengsao received a report on August 10 of a death in a garden behind a house in Tambon Hang Suai, Amphoe Nong Yai. Officers discovered the body of Direk, 60, lying dead near a barbed wire fence. The victim was wearing only pants with no shirt, had a crushed head, a broken right arm, and bruising around the neck. A closed umbrella was found nearby.

Investigators found elephant footprints around the scene, measuring approximately 43 and 34 centimeters in diameter. A neighbor, Suchet, 45, explained that Direk's relatives from Samut Prakan had called asking him to check on Direk after his phone went unanswered. Direk normally came out each morning to make merit offerings, but had not been seen for two days, which raised suspicion. When Suchet arrived at the house, he found the door open and the television left on. While searching the garden and following a foul smell, he discovered Direk's body by the wire fence.

Police initially suspect the victim was attacked by a wild elephant based on the footprints found near the body. However, authorities are awaiting autopsy results from a physician and further forensic examination before making a final determination.

The abbot of Wat Mae Kham in Mae Chan District, Chiang Rai, has been removed from his position after a call center gang defrauded the temple of 8.7 million baht through 207 fraudulent bank transfers to 66 different accounts between January 2024 and July 2025.

On August 9, Phra Kru Abhiwattawathi, the ecclesiastical district chief of Mae Kham, issued an order suspending Phra Maha Noi Kaew Intpanyo, 64, from his duties as abbot. The order cited his conduct causing damage to temple property and noted that allowing him to remain in position would be harmful. The suspension was authorized under Buddhist monastic law and the Sangha Act.

Simultaneously, the ecclesiastical council of Mae Chan District appointed a replacement abbot. Phra Kru Abhiwattawathi, 54, who holds a master's degree in education and currently serves as the district ecclesiastical chief, was named acting abbot of Wat Mae Kham. He will oversee monks and novices at the temple in accordance with Buddhist discipline and monastic regulations.

At 4:40 p.m. on August 10, Chuleep Chanjaibupad, director of the Nonthaburi Provincial Election Commission Office, announced that following the shooting death of Maj. Gen. Thongchai Yenpraserit, the provincial governor, the commission must hold an election for the vacant position within 60 days, by October 9. Only the governor position will be contested; the provincial administrative board remains in place. Initial consultations have been held with Nathphumi Nontsirrikul, secretary of the provincial administration, regarding the election date, though further discussions are needed due to various regulatory requirements. The commission will expedite the announcement of registration dates and set the election date as soon as possible. Following the governor's death, all three deputy governors automatically lose their positions, with the provincial secretary assuming acting governor duties.

The Thai national team resumed full training on the evening of August 10 at the BG Pathumthani training ground to prepare for a knockout round encounter with Singapore in the 2026 AFC Hyundai Cup. The first leg will be played at Jalan Besar Stadium on August 15 at 20:00, followed by the return leg at Rajamangala Stadium on August 18 at 20:00, to be broadcast live on TrueVisions Now. Ticket prices have been reduced by 100 baht from the group stage across all zones, now ranging from 200–500 baht, available through Thai Ticket Major from August 11.

After topping their group with a 2–0 victory over Myanmar on Saturday, during which they scored 10 goals without conceding, coach Anthony Hudson gave the squad a day of rest before resuming training. New arrival Patrick Gustavsson, a forward from BG Pathumthani United, joined the camp to prepare for the Singapore tie. Midfielder Wiratchit Kanithsribumphen, who scored a penalty against Myanmar, acknowledged that facing Singapore will be different and more challenging than before, noting that many Singapore-based players are familiar with Thai football. He emphasized the importance of getting a positive result in the away leg in Jalan Besar before the home fixture.

Goalkeeper Kampol Pathomarkkul, the only keeper in the tournament to remain unbeaten across all four group-stage matches, stressed the importance of the first leg and the need to adapt their preparations to counter Singapore's recent improvement, which saw them reach the final of the AFC Asian Cup. He expressed confidence in the team's experience and praised the support staff for recovery work crucial to tournament football.

Singapore's group-stage record included wins over Cambodia (2–1 away) and Timor-Leste (2–0 at home), draws against Vietnam (0–0 away) and Indonesia (1–1 at home). Thailand defeated Laos 5–0 away, Malaysia 2–0 at home, Philippines 1–0 away, and Myanmar 2–0 at home. Head-to-head records between the two nations show Thailand leading with 42 wins, 15 draws, and Singapore with 14 victories in 81 FIFA-recognized matches. Thailand's most recent win was a 3–2 friendly victory in late 2025 at Thammasat University's Rangsit stadium—Hudson's first match in charge—while Singapore's last victory came in the 2012 AFC Cup final first leg on December 19 at Jalan Besar Stadium.