The "Do F***ing Nothing EP.2" event, encouraging participants to spend 30 minutes in silence without reading books, talking, listening to music or using their phones, will return to the central amphitheatre at Benchakitti Park on 1 August from 17:00 to 18:00. Participation is free of charge.

The event is open to anyone looking to take a break from technology through a digital detox, spend time with themselves, or simply sit in silence alongside others.

Participants are encouraged to arrive 15–30 minutes early to choose a suitable place to sit. At 17:00, a 30-minute countdown will begin, during which attendees may sit quietly at their own pace, lie down, daydream or meditate, provided they do not disturb other park visitors. Participants are free to leave any time. The organisers said the event is not a challenge or competition, but an opportunity for everyone to spend time in whichever way they feel most comfortable.

After the 30 minutes are up, participants can either head home or join small discussion groups to share their experiences with others. The organisers suggest forming groups of three to five people to discuss topics such as why they chose to attend and what they experienced while sitting quietly.

Organisers also introduced a new "Sit Squad" initiative, encouraging those interested to form sub-groups of five to 10 participants and organise similar activities independently at different dates, times and locations, rather than waiting for another large-scale event. Those interested can register as members or volunteer as group coordinators through a Google Sheet provided by the organisers.

Participants are advised to bring their own mats, camping chairs, umbrellas and drinks while complying with park regulations, including bans on smoking, alcohol and littering, and respecting other park users. Organisers also recommend preparing for hot weather, rain, large crowds and possible travel delays. Everyone is encouraged to look after their own safety—especially after dark—by remaining in well-lit areas where other people are present.

Following feedback from the previous event, organisers have asked both attendees and members of the media to respect individual privacy when taking photographs or filming.

They recommend that anyone taking photographs avoid capturing identifiable images of others without their consent unless permission has been granted beforehand. Those who do not wish to be photographed are encouraged to wear a red ribbon on their arm, as shown on the event poster, to indicate that they do not consent to being photographed. They may also use a crossed-arms gesture to communicate their wishes directly to photographers. Should any unauthorised images still be published, the organisers said they would later discuss possible courses of action with the participants.

Additionally, the organisers said anyone interested in hosting a "sitting still" event at another location or time is welcome to do so without seeking permission.

On July 14, Deputy National Police Chief Trairong Phiwphan visited the Police Institute of Forensic Medicine to monitor progress on victim identification and the return of bodies to families following the Ladprao beer hall fire that claimed 30 lives. The institute has received all 30 bodies and completed identification of 28, which have been returned to their relatives. Two bodies remain under identification, with one being an unidentified female victim whose relatives have not come forward, preventing comparison tests from being completed. National Police Office spokesman Deputy Police General Wirulwit Suphasing announced an appeal to the public: anyone with missing family members or close relatives who may be among the fire victims can contact the Police Institute of Forensic Medicine for identity verification to expedite the identification process and allow families to conduct religious ceremonies.

On July 14, Pol. Lt. Gen. Natthasak Chawanajai, commander of the Central Investigation Bureau, disclosed that evidence clearly shows the three arrested suspects conspired to alter local government civil service exam answer files. The suspects allegedly planned and recruited local government officials to modify files at a company in Nonthaburi Province run by a man known as Ja Phichit. Although the three main suspects have refused to cooperate during questioning, police say they have solid evidence to prosecute them. Natthasak stated that investigators will issue summons within the coming week for 11 local government officials discovered tampering with answer sheets at Ja Phichit's company. The 11 officials face three charges identical to those against the three main suspects: charges related to election fraud and ballot theft, charges for document forgery and falsification, and violations of the Computer Crime Act for introducing false data into a system. Despite being government officials, the 11 are accused of committing the offenses outside working hours in a private company without exercising their official authority, allowing police to prosecute them directly without referring the case to the National Anti-Corruption Commission.

Thailand's Ministry of Commerce is intensifying protection of intellectual property rights for Thai entrepreneurs operating in the Chinese market through a new memorandum of understanding linking cooperation across both domestic and online platforms. Government spokeswoman Lalida Phirusvisuttana revealed that the Cabinet has approved an MOU between Thailand's Ministry of Commerce and China's market oversight authority on intellectual property enforcement cooperation. The Cabinet also authorized the Commerce Minister or designated representative to sign the agreement, which aims to provide concrete assistance channels for Thai businesses affected by intellectual property violations in China's market and on Chinese online platforms. The MOU establishes a bilateral cooperation framework on intellectual property enforcement between Thailand and China to improve coordination between both countries' agencies on protecting rights domestically and addressing violations occurring on online platforms, an increasingly vital commercial channel. The cooperation covers four key areas: discussions on recent developments in intellectual property enforcement, relevant information exchange, facilitation of rights enforcement, and training and personnel development for both parties to enhance protection effectiveness and action against products or services that infringe intellectual property rights. Spokeswoman Lalida stated that this cooperation will strengthen the Ministry of Commerce's active role in assisting Thai entrepreneurs, particularly in cases involving trademarks, copyrights, patents, and other intellectual property properly protected under Chinese law, working in tandem with private enforcement by the rights holders themselves. Both sides will designate department-level agencies as primary coordinators and can discuss issues arising from the cooperation and jointly develop appropriate work plans, with implementation contingent on budget, resources, legal framework, and internal regulations of each country. The spokeswoman further clarified that the MOU is a non-binding expression of shared intent and creates no international legal rights or obligations, thus is not a treaty and does not fall under Thailand's Constitutional Section 178 on treaties. "The government is committed to elevating intellectual property protection for Thai entrepreneurs abroad, particularly in the Chinese market and online channels, to help reduce damage from infringement, build business confidence, and support Thai goods, innovations, and creativity to compete fairly in foreign markets."

Police forensics investigators conducted their third evidence-gathering visit to the Ladprao beer hall on July 14 to examine ceiling panels and electrical systems as they investigate the deadly fire that claimed 30 lives and injured many others. The team inspected ceiling areas throughout the venue to determine whether faulty wiring caused the blaze, while also reviewing the shop's electrical panel layout and checking whether materials were properly maintained or if easily flammable materials were used. Investigators are paying particular attention to the area above the stage zone, especially a cutout section, based on witness statements placing the fire's origin there with visible flames and smoke.

Major General Dr. Thanakrit Jitarirattana, director of the Klai Kanong Party's complaints center, visited the scene and expressed condolences to victims' families while criticizing what he called a recurring and preventable tragedy in Bangkok. He noted receiving complaints about similar problems since 2562 and questioned how many more losses must occur before serious corrective action is taken, emphasizing that regulatory agencies bear direct responsibility. He expressed concern the incident would fade from public attention and warned that violating operators must face legal consequences. His initial inspection found the venue operates as a restaurant but provides music services past midnight, creating ambiguity between restaurant and entertainment establishment classification. He called for investigation into building permits and use authorization under construction control law, noting emergency exit stairs were found locked, requiring identification of who ordered them secured.