Ex-Girlfriend Turns Herself In After Shooting Teacher Dead

A 33-year-old woman turned herself in after shooting her ex-boyfriend, a 34-year-old teacher, dead in his Khon Kaen bedroom early July 27. She fled to Nong Bua Lamphu before surrendering with her father's help.

27 Jul Khaosod

A 34-year-old teacher at a learning promotion center was shot in the head and killed in his bedroom in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province, at approximately 1:30 a.m. on July 27, 2025. The suspect is identified as a 33-year-old woman, an ex-girlfriend of the deceased teacher, who fled the scene in a vehicle after the shooting.

On the same day, police announced that investigators were questioning witnesses and colleagues of the victim. Officers were preparing to receive the suspect from Muang Nong Bua Lamphu Police Station for further interrogation at Ban Pet Police Station before formal charges and legal proceedings. Following the incident, the suspect drove a white Nissan Camelua sedan—registered under her father's name—back to Nong Bua Lamphu, where her father brought her to surrender to police.

Investigators indicated they will also question the suspect's father as a witness to support the case file. When reporters visited the crime scene, the house door was locked and police tape cordoned off the area. Auspicious threads from a housewarming ceremony held just months prior were still displayed. Neighbors reported hearing nothing unusual, as sound from outside the home does not penetrate well inside.

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Man With Mental Illness Attacks Woman, Injures Her Son

A man suspected of having mental illness attacked a 60-year-old woman with a stick near Tal Lom Temple in Chachoengsao on July 27, then beat her son when he confronted him, leaving residents fearful and demanding authorities intervene.

27 Jul Khaosod

Residents near Tal Lom Temple in Muang District, Chachoengsao Province, are living in fear following incidents on July 27, 2025, involving a man locals say suffers from mental illness who has been attacking residents and chasing them with a wooden stick in the street. One Facebook user posted: "This person is mentally unstable. He should be placed somewhere that doesn't cause trouble for residents. He yells and fights every day."

CCTV footage captured two men wielding sticks and attacking each other on a street in Tesaban Pattana Soi 1, near Tal Lom Temple. Residents explained that before the incident, a 60-year-old woman went to buy groceries near a pork shop when the attacker hit her right arm with a wooden stick. She later went to a hospital for examination and filed a police report.

When her son later approached the man to ask why he attacked his mother, a quarrel broke out and he was beaten on the head with a stick, suffering wounds that bled. Ms. Sumittha, 60, the injured woman, revealed that while she was out buying groceries in the morning, she saw the perpetrator and fled into a roasted pork shop. However, the attacker followed her inside and struck her right arm once before leaving. A monk intervened, but the attacker seemed ready to return and harm the monk as well.

When her son confronted the attacker, he was hit on the head with a stick and received injuries with two separate lacerations. She expressed fear because the perpetrator usually carries a knife and stick at all times, and all residents in the area are worried. She wants relevant authorities to take care of the situation and bring the attacker in for treatment. Both she and her son have already received medical treatment and filed reports.

Ms. A, 33, owner of the CCTV camera, revealed that the incident began when the white-shirted man's mother was attacked before his son confronted the perpetrator, leading to the chase and attack seen in the video. She identified the perpetrator as someone residents believe suffers from mental illness, speaks incoherently, and regularly roams the area.

The camera owner also stated that her house is adjacent to the incident site and she has 3-4 young children living there, making her fearful that if the attacker experiences a mental episode, he may break into her house and endanger the children. She wants relevant authorities to investigate and take the perpetrator for treatment or care at an appropriate facility for public safety.

When the reporter spoke with Mr. M, identified by residents as the perpetrator, his responses to questions about the incident were rambling and unclear, with signs that he struggles to communicate coherently about what happened.

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Foreign National Arrested After Attacking Beachgoers, Disabled Woman in Hua Hin

A Qatari national was arrested after attacking beachgoers including a disabled elderly woman near Hua Hin Beach on July 26; six people sustained minor injuries and the suspect was ordered to pay 100,000 baht in compensation.

27 Jul Khaosod

On July 27, 2024, Hua Hin Police Station in Prachuap Khiri Khan issued a statement on the progress of a case involving a foreign national's disruptive and violent behavior toward residents near Hua Hin Beach in Hua Hin Subdistrict, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province on the evening of July 26, 2024, at approximately 7:15 p.m.

After a video of the incident circulated on social media showing a foreign man attacking people in the area, Hua Hin Police officers quickly intervened and detained the suspect. The man is identified as Abdulla Yousif Ha Al-Harqan, 40, a Qatari national who entered Thailand on a tourist visa valid until September 22, 2024.

Following the arrest, Deputy Superintendent Kampanart Na Withai, commander of Hua Hin Police Station, ordered officers to expedite the collection of evidence and conduct interviews with witnesses. Victims were examined at Hua Hin Hospital, where doctors confirmed a total of six people were injured with only minor injuries; no serious conditions were reported.

On July 27, 2024, investigators brought both parties together for mediation regarding compensation and medical expenses, and an agreement was reached amicably. The suspect was charged with assault under Article 295 of the Criminal Code and ordered to pay compensation totaling 100,000 baht to the victims—the elderly disabled woman received 25,000 baht, while other victims received 15,000 baht each.

After legal proceedings were completed, the case was forwarded to the Prachuap Khiri Khan Immigration Office to consider visa revocation and take action under immigration law, as the suspect's aggressive and violent behavior poses a threat to public safety.

Hua Hin Police Station confirmed that officers are fully committed to protecting public safety and tourists. In cases of emergency or serious incidents, they will expedite prosecution to ensure confidence in the safety of people's lives and property. Members of the public who witness emergencies or serious incidents can report to the emergency hotline 191 or call Hua Hin Police Station at 032-511027, available 24 hours a day.

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Thailand Launches EV Charging Network Hub Plan

Thailand's government and major power companies signed an agreement to build a centralized EV charging network hub that will standardize data sharing across the country's charging infrastructure, making it easier for drivers to find and use

27 Jul Khaosod

Thailand's Office of Energy Policy and Planning (OEPP) signed a memorandum of understanding with the Electricity Generating Authority (EGAT), Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), and PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR) to study the feasibility of establishing a Thailand EV Roaming Hub—a centralized data-sharing platform for the country's electric vehicle charging networks.

The MOU aims to link charging networks and standardize data exchange across EV charging systems operated by EGAT, MEA, PEA, and OR, with plans to expand to other operators. As a government agency, the OEPP will oversee policy, management, and a National Access Point (NAP) database containing nationwide charging infrastructure details such as charger specifications, station locations, operational status, and related information. The data will be cataloged with standardized EV data formats to enable seamless integration between systems, allowing government agencies to use the information for electricity demand planning and efficient grid management.

The Thailand EV Roaming Hub initiative is expected to make EV charging more convenient, simple, and trustworthy for users while encouraging other operators to join the network. Findings from the study will be compiled into recommendations for regulatory improvements, service procedures, and policies to make the hub a concrete reality in the future.

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Thai Beverage Hosts Decade of Development Tribute to the King

Thai Beverage and partner organizations honored the King's decade of reign by launching coordinated development projects across government, private, and civil sectors to implement the royal mandate of "inherit, preserve, and advance" for su

27 Jul Khaosod

On the occasion of the King's 28 July birthday celebration and the tenth anniversary of his reign, government, private sector, and civil society organizations are uniting to reaffirm their commitment to the royal initiative of "inherit, preserve, and advance" through coordinated implementation of nationwide development projects. Applying royal direction, they aim to elevate the economy, society, and environment to enhance the quality of life for all citizens and ensure long-term national security.

The Thailand Supply Chain Network (TSCN), Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, and partner organizations held an event titled "A Decade of Development: Inherit, Preserve, and Advance Under Royal Grace" to honor the King while declaring multi-sector resolve to implement the foundational royal mandate: "Inherit, preserve, and advance, and govern the realm with righteousness for the lasting benefit of the people." The initiative integrates knowledge, innovation, and participation from all sectors to create balanced, sustainable growth across economic, social, and environmental dimensions.

The event, held at the Plenary Hall of the Sirikit National Convention Centre, drew over 600 attendees representing government bodies, private enterprises, civil society networks, and youth organizations, including the Office of the Royal Development Projects Board, the Ministry of Industry, the Ministry of Interior, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, the Office of the Fiscal Policy, the Joint Private Sector Committee, the Thai Chamber of Commerce, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), the Thai Bankers Association, community networks, and youth groups from various fields such as cultural heritage youth networks, Win Win WAR Thailand, OTOP Junior, and young athletes. These representatives collectively committed to passing forward the principles of "inherit, preserve, and advance" to the next generation in alignment with the royal development legacy of King Bhumibol Adulyadej and continuing into the present reign for the welfare and security of the nation.

Thapon Sirivattanaphakdi, co-founder of TSCN and Chief Executive Officer of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, stated: "The event aims to honor the King and showcase projects where all sectors have adopted the foundational royal mandate of 'inherit, preserve, and advance' as guidance for developing initiatives with positive local impact that benefit communities, society, and the nation. This marks the beginning of elevating individual agency projects toward national-level cooperation, to preserve what is valuable, safeguard resources and wisdom, and advance toward sustainable economic development and improved quality of life for the people."

He added: "To strengthen and secure communities, grassroots economic development has been driven through the operations of the Pracharaj Raksamerklai Social Enterprise Company (Thailand) Limited, which operates nationwide and in every province, and has advanced toward the 'With Love and Loyalty Project,' creating community benefits and citizen happiness through the establishment of the Strong and Self-Sufficient Community Company (Thailand) Limited."

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Thailand Unveils 7 Aggressive Tourism Policies to Become Global Event Hub

Thailand's Tourism Ministry launched seven policies to become a global event hub, prioritizing high-value tourism and sustainability while hosting major festivals like Tomorrowland Thailand expected to generate billions in annual revenue.

27 Jul Khaosod

The Tourism Ministry revealed seven strategic tourism policies designed to position Thailand as a premier global event destination. Tourism Minister Suraskad Pancharoenworrakul unveiled the initiatives to the Thai Tourism Board and executives, aiming to elevate Thailand into a high-value, sustainable tourism destination under the concept "Tourism for All, Tourism for the Future."

The seven policies include: prioritizing quality over volume by focusing on high-value experiences rather than visitor numbers; spreading revenue to local communities and 55 target communities nationwide; promoting year-round travel through concrete market stimulus programs, including the Thai Tourism Plus co-pay scheme, Fly Thai All the Feelings (offering 400,000 discounted seats through six domestic airlines), and Thailand Air Connect (coordinating with airlines to maintain flight stability and increase capacity).

Additionally, the ministry plans to position Thailand as a global event hub by hosting the Tomorrowland Thailand music festival from 2026–2030, expected to generate 3.5–5.3 billion baht annually and attract at least 127,500 foreign participants. Other policies address the Thai Tourism Board's transition to the Culture Ministry while maintaining operational continuity, and strengthening organizational governance and efficiency to make it a high-performance institution that builds industry confidence.

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Steel Sheet Pile Crushes Worker at Dam Site

A 27-year-old construction worker was killed when a 12-meter steel sheet pile collapsed onto him at a dam project in Pathum Thani Province on July 27 after a backhoe accidentally struck it while he was changing a trailer battery.

27 Jul Khaosod

A construction worker was fatally struck by a falling steel sheet pile on July 27 at a water retention embankment project in Khlong 13, Sala Khru Subdistrict, Nong Sua District, Pathum Thani Province. Police, hospital medical staff, and rescue volunteers responded to find the victim, identified as 27-year-old Phakaphumi, with his head crushed beneath the steel. Witness accounts indicated that while the victim was positioning a trailer to transport steel sheets from the worksite onto a truck using a backhoe and sling system to lift a 12-meter sheet pile, he entered the area to change the trailer's battery. At that moment, the backhoe struck the sheet pile resting on the truck, causing it to flip and collapse onto the worker, killing him at the scene. Police have conducted further interviews with witnesses involved in the incident to establish the full circumstances of the fatal accident.

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Thailand Opens Public Comment on Household Electricity Rate Increase

Thailand's Energy Regulatory Commission is seeking public input on a proposal to cap residential electricity rates at 3 baht per kilowatt-hour for the first 200 units, with comments open through July 31.

27 Jul Khaosod

Poolvat Leesombatpaibuun, secretary-general of the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), announced that the commission has approved opening public comment on a proposal to revise residential electricity rates using a progressive rate structure. Under the proposal, the first 200 kilowatt-hours would cost no more than 3 baht per unit, applying to households with meters of 5 amperes or less as well as those with higher capacity. The move aligns with a cabinet resolution from April 28, 2025, which mandated that the first 200 units of electricity consumption not exceed 3 baht per unit.

The proposal also seeks to modernize the definition of residential electricity users to reflect current living patterns, including temporary electrical connections for homes without formal house registration, as well as extending benefits to renters and residents of apartment complexes and boarding houses. This aims to better match actual usage patterns and accommodate evolving residential arrangements.

Thailand currently operates under an electricity rate structure for 2022–2025 approved by the National Energy Policy Committee on April 1, 2021. The committee approved a new rate structure for 2026–2030 on July 15, 2025. Going forward, the ERC will work with the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) to formalize the proposal before submission to relevant committees. The public is invited to submit comments between July 24–31, 2025, via www.erc.or.th.

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GMMTV Apologizes After Fan Clash at Novel Festival

GMMTV apologized after a staff member used excessive force against a Chinese fan during a seating dispute at the International Novel Festival in Bangkok, sparking backlash from both Thai and international fan communities over how the incide

27 Jul Khaosod

BANGKOK — A fan altercation during the International Novel Festival 2026 has sparked a wider online dispute between Thai and Chinese fan communities after entertainment company GMMTV apologized over an incident involving an event staff member and a Chinese attendee.

According to accounts circulating online, the dispute began over a seating issue after a Chinese fan allegedly entered a reserved area. The situation later escalated during attempts to remove her from the area, leading to a physical confrontation involving event staff.

In a statement released after an initial investigation, GMMTV said the staff member involved used excessive force during parts of the incident and that the company does not support violence in any form. Although the staff member was an outsourced worker hired for the event, GMMTV said it accepted responsibility for properly supervising event personnel. The staff member has been suspended pending the conclusion of the investigation.

GMMTV also denied online claims that it had taken legal action against the Chinese attendee, saying no such action had been filed. The company said the incident was an individual dispute and did not reflect its policy toward any nationality. It added that GMMTV does not condone discrimination based on race or nationality.

The statement has since drawn criticism from some Thai fans, who accused the company of failing to adequately defend the Thai staff member involved and questioned whether the response was balanced. Some fans have expressed support for the Thai side of the dispute, with discussions spreading across social media platforms.

The controversy has also gained attention among fan communities in other Southeast Asian countries, including Indonesia, as online debate continues over accountability, nationality and treatment of fans at international entertainment events. GMMTV said it would review its event management procedures and strengthen supervision measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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Thailand Outlines Three Key Points in US Trade Talks

Thailand's deputy PM outlined three priorities in US trade talks: honoring a 19% tariff agreement, increasing Thai investment in America to nearly $20 billion with new energy and agricultural projects, and expanding cooperation on labor and

27 Jul Khaosod

Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthummaphand, heading the Thai delegation, disclosed after returning from last week's trade negotiations with the United States that the Thai team met with senior policy advisors influential with President Donald Trump and the USTR to discuss three main points: First, Thailand reaffirms its commitment to reducing the trade deficit under the original agreement within a 19% tariff framework, despite the change in government. Second, Thai private sector will increase investment in the United States from the current approximately $19.3 billion, with plans to present nearly 20 additional investment projects, including energy branches from Baan Pu Company and agricultural ventures such as CP's food production and joint research with the US. Third, other forms of cooperation Thailand can support the US on, such as non-trade barrier measures like factory inspection facilitation or security cooperation through joint military training. The government is prepared to handle US tariff measures comprehensively, with the primary goal being to expedite the ART agreement under the best mutual benefit, as this agreement will determine whether Thailand receives the previously agreed 19% tariff rate or faces rates close to the initially announced 36%. Regarding forced labor issues, Thailand was investigated alongside 60 other countries, with results announced on July 24. Thailand was assigned a 12.5% tariff rate, placing it in a group of 46 countries receiving this rate, while 14 other countries, mostly those having signed ART agreements, received a lower 10% rate. Thailand already has domestic laws addressing forced labor enforcement, but what is still lacking is legislation prohibiting imports of goods produced through forced labor, which Thailand is currently drafting and pushing through parliament in the next session (the 25th ordinary parliamentary session from August 2026 to December 2026) under the supervision of the Ministry of Justice and with the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare serving as secretariat, involving comprehensive human rights due diligence (HRDD). The 12.5% tariff related to the forced labor import ban has not been immediately collected as it requires consultation with stakeholders including business operators, meaning the USTR cannot achieve 100% implementation unilaterally but has the responsibility to gather opinions from investigated countries like Thailand and other interested parties.

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Thai Teen Shutouts Filipino Foe at Asian U-14 Tennis

Thai player Pinmukda Somsri dominated the Asian U-14 Tennis Championship, shutting out Philippines opponent Daphinah Sinsuwat 6-0, 6-0 in the opening round at Muang Thong Thani.

27 Jul Khaosod

The Asian Tennis Federation (ATF) and the Lawn Tennis Association of Thailand, under Royal Patronage, are hosting the "LTA ATF Asian Fourteen & Under 2026" youth tennis championship for players aged 14 and under across four courts at the National Tennis Development Center in Muang Thong Thani. On July 27, the main draw began with Thai player Pinmukda Somsri delivering an impressive performance in the women's singles first round, defeating Philippines' Daphinah Sinsuwat without losing a single game, 6-0 and 6-0, to advance to the round-of-16 quarterfinals against Hong Kong's Cho Yau Leung, the tournament's second seed.

Thai tennis player Thirawat Pattanaphudung also advanced from the men's singles first round, defeating Hong Kong's Owen Cheng 6-4, 6-1 in straight sets.

Other opening-round results in the women's singles main draw included: Nichawan Ploykaetsuk (seeded 1) defeated Hong Kong's Amber Chow 6-0, 6-0; Chantaratorn Thranisorn beat Japan's Ayame Itsuka 6-1, 6-0; Rinrada Changpinij defeated Japan's Mao Nakamura 6-0, 6-1; Chanyya Nimvachirasonthon beat Hong Kong's Soho Amber Kwon 6-3, 6-7(6-8), 6-3; and Arphananth Sophia Sangsuchart (seeded 3) defeated Hong Kong's Georgia Maynard 6-1, 6-1.

In the men's singles main draw, Ananthanate Pongsirilerr defeated Malaysia's Mason Gyrus Ho 6-2, 4-6, 2-0 (ret.); Kongphop Saeliim beat Hong Kong's Oliver Lau 6-0, 6-0; Prattakorn Pachari defeated Sri Lanka's Nilesh Brahman 6-4, 6-3; Pitchpong Cheenapun (seeded 6) defeated Japan's Airu Nagatah 6-3, 6-3; and Kanchannares Krusakyawong beat China's Song Zhuo Rui 6-0, 6-1.

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