Balloon Art Company and the Visual Communication Design Department of Pathom Thani College opened an exhibition of three-dimensional inflatable sculptures titled "The Forgotten Things," inviting the public to reflect on memories, values, and important moments that may be overlooked in today's fast-paced world. The exhibition features contemporary inflatable art including the work "TimeLost" by Worasorawong, an Imagineering Artist, and creative works by young artists at Bangkok's Arts and Culture Centre.

An Art Talk Session titled "Remembering the Forgotten" featured three creators: Worasorawong Samatthaphan (Imagineering Artist and judge), Hiromi Kano (founder of KIGURUMI.BIZ and mascot expert from Japan), and Phuriphop Khotchitprompirom (Art Director at Central Pattana). The event also announced awards and displayed works by six youth teams selected from the Art for Art 2026 project.

Now in its fourth year, the exhibition provides a platform for young artists and students to transform their imagination from prototype models into large-scale inflatable sculptures displayed nationwide. Worasorawong explained that the Art for Art 2026 project opens a world of Imagineering that connects art, engineering, and human experience. He emphasized that judging and developing student work involves teaching them about the nature of inflatable art—air pressure, surface tension, seams, and structure—allowing them to scale up their ideas from small models to large installations at the art center, thereby breaking creative limitations.

Worasorawong's personal work, "TimeLost," explores what meaningful moments we may be leaving behind as we chase success and goals. The sculpture depicts figures looking upward toward achievement, while the base is filled with overlooked life elements—toys, childhood, love, trophies, and clocks representing overlapping time. The artist conveyed a message through this sculpture: do not let the pursuit of success cause you to overlook what truly matters—family, relationships, and your own identity. "TimeLost" is not about lost time, but about time we once had that we simply forgot to value.

The exhibition "The Forgotten Things" is open free to the public through August 30, 2026, at Bangkok's Arts and Culture Centre.

On August 23, 2025, Deputy Superintendent Anon Pankratuek of Nakhon Ratchasima City Police, leading patrol unit 191, discovered 19 male youths aged 12–17 gathered in a playground in Nong Kaew Chang public park with suspicious behavior. When police arrived, some fled on motorcycles. Officers found long knives and objects wrapped in black tape resembling explosives mounted on motorcycle racks, apparently prepared for violence. Three youths claimed ownership of the weapons and motorcycles, stating they were for self-defense.

Police documented the 19 initial cases and seized 6 motorcycles, then notified parents to collect their children. At a checkpoint near the railway junction on Phibul Songkhram Road, officers arrested three additional youths aged 18 carrying weapons and referred them for prosecution.

This operation followed a fatal incident on July 25 when 17-year-old Bas, a vocational student and son of an army officer, was shot and killed by 19-year-old Jino, a rival, near a sewage treatment facility. The killing stemmed from social media threats and provocations. Police implemented preventive measures after multiple posts showing both sides vowing revenge.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul arrived at Nan Nakhon Airport on August 23, 2025, at 10:40 a.m. to oversee flood management in the Northern and Northeastern regions. Deputy Prime Minister Yos Chanan Wongswatdi, who has been coordinating relief efforts, briefed him on the situation. The Prime Minister then traveled to Nan Provincial Hall to chair a meeting on the flood response and recovery operations.

Anutin expressed his deepest condolences to the families and relatives of those who lost their lives in the flooding disaster. He instructed all relevant agencies to provide comprehensive assistance to victims and the bereaved families. He praised Deputy Prime Minister Yos Chanan for his swift response and leadership in managing the crisis while Anutin was abroad, maintaining continuous coordination throughout.

The Prime Minister also acknowledged the support of Defense Minister Anudom Boonthammajaroen, Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Suryia Juengrungrueng, and Interior Ministry Permanent Secretary Jaichatchai Thaiserath. He noted that while the overall flood situation has improved, vigilance remains essential due to the ongoing rainy season and risks of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and mudslides in vulnerable areas.

Anutin issued directives to all provincial governors as incident commanders to accelerate relief, recovery, and rehabilitation efforts. These include deploying water pumps to flooded areas, restoring critical infrastructure such as homes, roads, bridges, electricity, water supplies, and hospitals, and conducting rapid damage assessments. The government will maintain resources on standby for continuous close monitoring of the situation.

On August 23, Region 4 Military Commander Lieutenant General Nrotip Poyaynok addressed allegations that someone had been shot from a helicopter, firmly denying the claims. He confirmed that helicopters and drones were indeed used for patrols along various routes during the period in question, but insisted there was no use of weapons or gunfire from helicopters whatsoever. The commander emphasized that if automatic weapons had actually been deployed from a helicopter, the vehicles or targets mentioned would have been completely destroyed, therefore stating that the reported events do not match the facts.

Poyaynok characterized the incidents as attempts to discredit state officials' work rather than direct threats to civilian or official lives. He noted that from late July through mid-August, officials conducted continuous encirclement, search, and suppression operations against insurgent groups across the three southern border provinces, deploying available forces across all areas.

The military also reported progress under the 90-Day Anti-Narcotics Campaign, which has resulted in large quantities of drug seizures and multiple arrests. Most recently in mid-August, officials seized an illegal cigarette smuggling operation in Yarang District, confiscating over 2 million cigarette packs and approximately 18 million baht in cash. The commander stated that this smuggling network is linked to drug trafficking organizations, with estimated illegal trade values reaching hundreds of millions of baht monthly, which may motivate affected groups to retaliate against officials.

"These are funding sources for the insurgency and extortion activities, so it is possible that those losing profits may try to create situations to retaliate against state officials," Poyaynok said. He reaffirmed that officials will not tolerate illegal activities, particularly illegal border trade and drug trafficking, and will continue strict enforcement without leniency.

Region 4 Internal Security Command said it will thoroughly investigate facts in all cases, ensure fairness to all parties, and continue security operations alongside law enforcement.

Piti Phiromphakdi and Kantsak Kusiri of Singha Motorsport Team Thailand showcased an impressive comeback, charging from seventh place to claim the Supercar GT3 victory at Round 5 (night race) of the TSS The Super Series by B-Quik 2026 at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia on August 22, 2025.

The Honda NSX GT3 number 12 started from pole position, with Piti driving the first stint before handing the car to Kantsak for the second half. After exiting the pit lane in seventh place, Kantsak relentlessly pursued the leaders and overtook Sataporn Virachoea's number 27 car in the final moments before the last corner, crossing the line in second place.

Post-race, the leader was handed a 15-second time penalty for a pit stop procedure violation, promoting Piti and Kantsak's Honda to first place.

Ferrari 296 GT3 number 89, driven by Voravut Phiromphakdi and Carlo van Dam, started from grid 2 and finished fourth.

After five races, Piti and Kantsak lead the GT3 championship with 95 points, while Voravut and Carlo sit third with 59 points. Race 6 takes place on Sunday, August 23, with the Ferrari starting from grid 2 and the Honda from grid 4, beginning at 11:15 a.m. Thailand time.

The Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 reported progress on August 23, 2024, regarding the shooting at Tak Bai Police Station. Deputy Spokesman Ekavrit Chobchuaphol disclosed that the incident occurred on August 2, 2024, when officers from Tak Bai Police Station's investigation unit came under fire while conducting a drug operation in Ban Bung Chalam, Pai Wan Subdistrict, Tak Bai District, Narathiwat Province. Two officers were killed: Sergeant Hamran Ha and Corporal Withaya Chaiyapromkaew.

Following the incident, investigators identified at least 16 people involved. Thirteen suspects were interrogated and subsequently released to return home between August 2 and August 7. Two additional suspects—Saman and Abdulmuklees—were killed in clashes with officers. One suspect, Ishaaq, remains at large.

Authorities have issued seven arrest warrants for Muhammad Samsa, Sobri, Abdul Hakim, Hakeem, Sulaidi, Ishaaq, and Muhammad Bourdin. Two additional suspects, Marozi and Saiyani, are under charges pending court approval for arrest warrants. In total, nine individuals have been detained and are undergoing legal proceedings. Authorities continue to pursue fugitives and expand investigations into those who may have supported or facilitated the attack. All procedures follow evidence and legal due process while protecting the rights of detainees according to law and human rights principles. The command urged the public to report any leads about the incident or suspects by contacting local officers or calling the Region 4 hotline at 1341, available 24 hours. Callers' information will be kept confidential.