The National Corn Production and Management Committee (NCPMC) has approved an extension of the animal feed corn purchase price through August 31, 2026. Deputy Prime Minister Supachai Sutharmphand, chair of the committee, announced the decision following a meeting to review feed corn management and pricing strategies suited to current conditions, with the goal of supporting farmers while avoiding negative effects on the production chain and consumers.

Farmer support must begin by addressing root causes, particularly production costs and farmers' competitiveness—factors critical to their long-term income and survival. Purchase pricing must be based on accurate cost data to enable fair and rational price-setting. Sutharmphand noted that a key problem is conflicting cost information: farmers report rising costs while the Agricultural Economics Office data shows declining costs. If this discrepancy is not resolved, it will cascade through the animal feed, livestock, and aquaculture industries, ultimately affecting consumer prices. Therefore, cost data must first be reconciled with actual conditions and reach mutual agreement.

The committee has tasked the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives with urgently addressing farmer production capacity, including seeds, quality, efficiency, production costs, and yield per acre, so farmers can reduce costs and compete better without relying solely on higher purchase prices. The ministry has also been asked to consider support measures for the 2025/26 crop year if production costs genuinely increase, coordinated with relevant agencies and in line with cabinet resolutions.

Regarding pricing, the meeting approved an extension of the Commerce Ministry's announcement on domestic animal feed corn purchase prices for 2024/25 until a new announcement is issued, maintaining the current pricing criteria and structure to prevent a price gap and protect farmers from the expiration of the previous announcement on July 31, 2026.

The committee assigned the Agricultural Economics Office, the National Farmers Council, the Thai Animal Feed Producers Association, and the Fisheries and Aquaculture Federation to review production cost data to reflect reality and gain mutual acceptance by August 31, 2026. This review should cover farmer costs, yield per acre, operator costs and burdens, market conditions, demand, and substitute materials to inform future pricing decisions. The National Farmers Council and Fisheries Federation were also tasked with clarifying purchase price announcement criteria to farmers.

At 3:50 p.m. on August 10, 2025, staff at Baan Chang Trakoob Saen elephant sanctuary in Mae Tang district, Chiang Mai, reported that water levels in the Mae Taeng River are rising again after a recent decline that allowed cleanup and recovery work to resume.

Management stated that the facility is on continuous 24-hour alert, closely monitoring water levels due to the risk of further rises if upstream rainfall occurs. Valuable equipment and supplies have been moved to secure locations to minimize damage in case of renewed flooding.

All elephants have been relocated to "Neuen Lop Chang" (Elephant Refuge Hill), a high-ground sanctuary area, to protect them from the rising river. Staff remain vigilant and ready to move animals further if conditions worsen.

Rain clouds are expected to bring showers to Mae Tang this evening, prompting the care team to maintain continuous surveillance and prepare contingency plans in case of heavy rain or rapid water level increases. All elephants are now in safe areas, with round-the-clock staff oversight to ensure their security.

EasyMoney Group is continuing its mission to improve the quality of life for Thai people through the second phase of the "Glasses of Merit" social program, launched by Nakhon Pathom Provincial Governor Aorcha Nanthamonti. The company partnered with government agencies, private businesses, educational institutions, and civil society organizations including Optical Top Charoen, Chulalongkorn University Class of 20 (CU20), and the Nakhon Pathom Red Cross to conduct free eye examinations and distribute glasses to 600 people on August 3-4, 2025, at the Phra Pathom Chedi Administrative Building in Nakhon Pathom Province.

The initiative reflects EasyMoney's philosophy of creating "opportunities" for people across multiple dimensions—not just through access to financial services, but also by supporting essential quality-of-life factors necessary for daily living. The company believes that building sustainable opportunities begins with access to fundamental services that enable people to live with dignity. This second phase builds on the success of the first program and expands the partnership network to reach more communities. EasyMoney, Optical Top Charoen, and CU20 jointly selected 300 glasses recipients from three priority groups: low-income cardholders of the state welfare scheme, seniors aged 55 and above, and students in Nakhon Pathom Province. The Nakhon Pathom Red Cross additionally selected 300 recipients from its "Glasses for Children" program, bringing the total beneficiaries to 600—marking the project's first expansion beyond Bangkok.

Sithiwichai Tangthanakirt, Chairman of EasyMoney Group, stated that the company operates with social responsibility at its core. "The opportunity to see clearly is the beginning of all possibilities in life," he said, emphasizing that good vision is not only foundational but also essential for educational achievement, employment, and sustainable quality-of-life development. Nakhon Pathom Province was selected as the first pilot area for regional expansion, with EasyMoney planning to extend the program to two additional provinces this year. Provincial Governor Aorcha Nanthamonti added that improving people's quality of life is as important as developing cities and economies, particularly for vulnerable groups. The free two-day eye screening program served 300 people daily, with no cost to participants.

A mission is nearing completion to bring the remains of Indian climber "Green Boots" back to his family after the body lay frozen on Mount Everest for 30 years. According to BBC reports from August 10, the remains are situated beneath a rock outcrop at approximately 8,500 meters, with the distinctive lime-green climbing boots serving as a landmark for mountaineers over the years. Initially thought to belong to Sewaang Paljor, who died in a severe blizzard in 1996, Indian authorities now believe the remains may actually be those of Dorje Morup, another expedition member, based on survivor testimony and final radio contact evidence.

Moreup was an Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) officer and one of six climbers who attempted to make history by summiting Everest from the Chinese side—a particularly dangerous route. On May 10, 1996, Morup and two teammates, Sewaang Sumlha and Sewaang Paljor, successfully reached the 8,849-meter summit before a severe blizzard struck during their descent, killing all three.

Retrieving the Green Boots remains from Everest is an extremely hazardous undertaking. The location lies in the "death zone," where temperatures plunge to around -40°C and oxygen levels drop to roughly one-third of sea-level concentrations. The north face of Everest also has steeper terrain and fewer rescue support systems than the Nepal side. Experts estimate that 10-12 elite climbers would be needed to install ropes and carry the body down from the dangerous area to a point accessible by helicopter or animals, with typical high-altitude body recovery costs ranging from $40,000 to $80,000, or approximately 1.3 to 2.7 million baht.

The ITBP, which is funding the recovery, is searching for an experienced rescue team and Sherpa climbers specializing in high-altitude body recovery. The goal is to bring Morup's remains back to India by September, after which DNA testing will be conducted to confirm identity before returning the body to his family.

On August 10, 2026, Saraburi City Police received a report from Saraburi Municipality staff about a suspicious woman attempting to obtain a Thai national ID card. The applicant was a Laotian woman and her 10-year-old daughter, accompanied by a 45-year-old Thai man named Phuphing (surname withheld). They presented a damaged ID card with faded text and illegible 13-digit identification number, requesting a replacement.

When registry staff questioned the applicant, she could not provide basic information such as her parents' names or age. Upon database verification, officials discovered the face on the damaged card did not match the woman before them. When confronted, the woman admitted she was Laotian and had been brought by two Thai nationals—one man and one woman—who accompanied her. Subsequent investigation revealed the Laotian woman had attempted similar fraud in multiple locations, including Rayong Province's Pluak Daeng District, and held fake IDs from Nong Khai and Phetchabun provinces.

During questioning, one Thai woman (name withheld) explained that the Laotian woman, Ploy (name withheld), worked at the same construction site as Phuphing. When Phuphing returned to Saraburi, Ploy and her daughter asked for a ride and help purchasing a bus ticket, as her ID card was damaged. Both Thai nationals voluntarily assisted her to obtain a replacement card at Saraburi Municipality, claiming they acted with good intentions and were unaware she was Laotian. Police detained the Laotian woman and questioned the two Thai nationals to establish the facts. The child was handed to her father for care.

Black oil-like slicks were found floating in the sea and washing ashore at Jomtien Beach in Chon Buri on Monday, prompting authorities to warn tourists against swimming in the affected area. The substance was reported along the shoreline and in seawater, with large amounts seen near Jomtien Beach and Koh Lan. Pattaya City officials deployed workers to collect samples, assess the extent of the pollution and begin cleaning up the slick. Pattaya Deputy Mayor Manoch Nongyai said authorities were investigating two possible causes: an illegal discharge from a vessel or a substance drifting into the area from around Laem Chabang or Koh Lan. Officials from the Marine Department and environmental agencies have joined the investigation. Pattaya City urged residents and tourists to exercise caution and avoid swimming at Jomtien Beach until the situation is assessed.