FOOTBALL: FIFA “crossed a red line” with the controversial decision to suspend US star Folarin Balogun’s one game ban for a year, European footballs governing body UEFA said yesterday (July 6).
FOOTBALL: FIFA “crossed a red line” with the controversial decision to suspend US star Folarin Balogun’s one game ban for a year, European footballs governing body UEFA said yesterday (July 6).
A pickup truck skidded on wet roads and crashed into a power pole at a Nakhon Ratchasima intersection during heavy rain on July 7, injuring the driver and blocking traffic.
A pickup truck lost control and crashed into a street light pole at the Nong Krasang intersection in Non Thai district, Nakhon Ratchasima province on July 7, following heavy rainfall that left the road surface wet and slippery. CCTV footage clearly showed the truck approaching the intersection before skidding and spinning across the roadway, then striking the illumination pole on the road median with considerable force. The impact caused the pole to snap and fall, blocking traffic lanes and alarming nearby residents and road users.
Initially, one person was found with serious injuries, though their identity and details remain unknown. Emergency responders provided assistance and transported the injured driver to a hospital while clearing the road and removing the fallen pole from the area. Police have advised all road users to exercise special caution during heavy rainfall, as wet road surfaces cause vehicles to lose control easily. Drivers are urged to slow down, maintain proper distances from other vehicles, and drive defensively to prevent future accidents.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reminds foreign visitors travelling to Thailand to keep evidence of sufficient funds ready for entry screening. This visitor information is a travel-preparation...
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reminds foreign visitors travelling to Thailand to keep evidence of sufficient funds ready for entry screening. This visitor information is a travel-preparation...
Official Royal Portrait Released for His Majesty the King’s Birthday Anniversary, 28 July 2026 The official Royal Portrait graciously bestowed for the occasion of His Majesty the King’s Birthday ...
Official Royal Portrait Released for His Majesty the King’s Birthday Anniversary, 28 July 2026 The official Royal Portrait graciously bestowed for the occasion of His Majesty the King’s Birthday ...
Gold prices fell 50 baht per gram on July 7, with ornamental gold now at 66,200 baht per gram, though traders expect a sharp rebound of 1,000-2,000 baht per gram tomorrow.
Gold prices on July 7, 2569 have edged down 50 baht per gram compared to July 6's closing prices, according to the Gold Traders Association. Ornamental gold is now selling at 66,200 baht per gram. Gold bars are available at 65,200 baht per gram for buying and 65,400 baht per gram for selling under the first announcement. Ornamental gold at 96.5% purity is trading at 63,899.40 baht per gram for purchase and 66,200 baht per gram for sale. International gold spot prices remain at 4,143 US dollars per ounce. Gold traders predict prices may surge 1,000-2,000 baht per gram tomorrow and could break through 80,000 baht per gram.
Thai actress Jenny denies ongoing involvement in a property debt dispute involving her mother's mortgaged house, claiming she resolved her part of the matter last year.
Actress Jenny (Rachanok Suwannaket) has responded to creditors demanding she redeem a house mortgaged by her mother, insisting that her involvement in the matter concluded last year. After creditors made public statements calling on Jenny to reclaim the property her mother had pledged, the actress posted a direct response on social media: "There's nothing more for me to announce. This has nothing to do with me directly. My part in this ended last year. Thank you all for your concern." She further commented that there is no ongoing "drama" about the situation, noting with frustration that "Last year was nothing but this news the entire time. Is this still happening this year?" Her fans responded with supportive comments, encouraging her to rest and move forward, though some expressed sympathy for her ongoing troubles.
Prime Minister Aneurin Chanyaweerakul opened the third APEC Business Advisory Council meeting in Bangkok, emphasizing public-private collaboration and launching the Thailand FastPass initiative to streamline business procedures and boost re
Prime Minister Aneurin Chanyaweerakul opened the third APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC) meeting on July 7, 2025, at the Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel, highlighting the importance of public-private collaboration in advancing trade and investment while promoting the Thailand FastPass initiative to reduce business barriers and foster sustainable economic growth in the Asia-Pacific region.
The Prime Minister welcomed participants from APEC member economies and emphasized that ABAC serves as a crucial mechanism translating real business experiences into government policy. He stressed that the private sector understands which measures are practically implementable, prompting the government to actively solicit private sector input. In recent months, the administration has held continuous consultations with senior business executives and leaders, asking a simple question: "What obstacles make investment, business expansion, or job creation more difficult?" Often, the answer involves removing unnecessary steps and barriers rather than implementing additional incentives.
The Prime Minister acknowledged that the current business environment faces increasing complexity, compounded by geopolitical uncertainties affecting business decisions. He noted that neither government nor business can succeed alone—the private sector cannot reach full potential without a favorable investment climate, and the government cannot create growth without business participation. This interdependence makes public-private cooperation essential for sustainable development.
A key government policy is positioning Thailand as a destination for quality investment through the Thailand FastPass project, which streamlines procedures, eliminates redundancy, improves interagency coordination, and enables quality projects to proceed faster, more transparently, and with greater predictability.
Regionally, supply chain resilience requires trust, clear and transparent regulations, efficient logistics, and cooperation among economies to maintain open markets even during challenging periods. The government therefore supports high-quality free trade agreements (FTAs), as long-term investment depends on confidence built through clear rules, fair competition, and improved market access. FTAs are not merely legal documents but mechanisms that give businesses confidence to invest, produce, and expand in specific locations.
In closing, the Prime Minister stated that APEC's strength lies in connecting government policy with actual business experience—more important than ever before. He reaffirmed that business voices hold value and the government must listen continuously, while committing to implement ABAC recommendations concretely and collaboratively to create an investment-friendly environment.
A 42-year-old man was arrested in Chiang Rai Province for shooting his family during a home invasion on July 6, killing two relatives and injuring his wife and her son. Police apprehended him the following morning with the firearm used in t
At 6:30 a.m. on July 7, 2569, under the command of Chiang Rai Province Police Commander Pol. Maj. Gen. Manop Senakul and Deputy Commander Pol. Col. Piphatchn Naradej, with Pol. Col. Passakorn Thawatchiangkul leading the investigation unit, police from Chiang Rai Province worked with officers from Wieng Kaen and Wieng Chiang Rung stations to apprehend Krichakorn (surname withheld), 42, a wanted suspect. After committing the crime, he fled to Wieng Chiang Rung District before being arrested with the firearm used in the attack.
The arrest stemmed from an incident at 9:45 p.m. on July 6. Police at Wieng Kaen Station received a report of gunshot victims with injuries and deaths inside a residential home in Wieng Kaen District, Chiang Rai Province. Upon investigation, they found two injured persons: Sunida (surname withheld), 52, the suspect's wife, and Sirak (surname withheld), 29, her son.
Two people were killed: Supanni (surname withheld), 55, Sunida's sister, and Kriangsak (surname withheld), a family relative. Both died at the scene.
After arrest, the suspect was charged with intentional murder and illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition in public areas without authorization or justification. He was transferred to Wieng Kaen Station for legal proceedings, with investigators continuing to determine the cause and motive behind the attack.
Belgium dominated the United States 4-1 in a World Cup Round of 16 match in Seattle, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice to advance to the quarterfinals.
In the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match at CenturyLink Stadium in Seattle on the morning of July 7, 2026, host nation United States faced Belgium. Belgium executed their game plan flawlessly with an excellent start, taking a 1-0 lead in the 9th minute when Charles De Ketelaere capitalized on an open goal opportunity. The United States mounted a comeback and equalized 1-1 in the 31st minute through Malik Tillman, but just two minutes later De Ketelaere struck again to restore Belgium's 2-1 advantage. In the second half, while the Americans pressed forward, Belgium focused on defensive solidity and counter-attacking play. In the 57th minute, American goalkeeper Matt Freese ventured out of his box and was dispossessed, allowing Hans Vanaken to collect the loose ball and easily slot it home, extending Belgium's lead to 3-1. Trailing significantly, the United States was forced to attack aggressively but could not penetrate Belgium's defense. Instead, Belgium's counter-attacks proved far more dangerous. In the 90+3rd minute, Romelu Lukaku added a fourth goal to seal a comprehensive 4-1 victory, sending Belgium through to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup. Belgium will face Spain in their next match on July 10, 2026, at 2:00 AM (early morning July 11, 2026). With America's elimination, no host nation remains in contention for the 2026 World Cup from the quarterfinals onward.
PHUKET: Overnight closures at four of Phukets busiest highway underpasses have been extended again as work continues on the islands delayed Smart City traffic management project.
PHUKET: Overnight closures at four of Phukets busiest highway underpasses have been extended again as work continues on the islands delayed Smart City traffic management project.
BANGKOK: Former deputy national police chief Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, known as “Big Joke”, appeared at the Supreme Court alongside his lawyer to face corruption allegations related to the gold-bribe scandal yesterday (July 6).
BANGKOK: Former deputy national police chief Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, known as “Big Joke”, appeared at the Supreme Court alongside his lawyer to face corruption allegations related to the gold-bribe scandal yesterday (July 6).