Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Niltraphand announced at Government House at 7:30 a.m. on July 14, 2569 that this afternoon's fact-finding committee meeting will address alleged fraud in the 2568 recruitment examination for local government officials. The national police commander will head the session, with the NACC secretary-general presenting preliminary findings from the investigation. Pakorn declined to reveal details before the meeting, saying he had not yet reviewed the results. DSI Director-General Yutthana Praedamrongkul explained that the DSI is investigating fraud-related matters in the local government recruitment case and will coordinate with other agencies if it becomes a special case. He noted that the investigation is still in the inquiry stage and separate from the central police investigation, with the DSI handling fraud aspects and tracking financial flows if the case is elevated to special status.

Deputy Interior Minister Arsit Sampanthawattanakul gave an interview at Government House on July 13, 2025, regarding an investigation into the Ladprao brewery fire. He stated that the establishment was registered as a restaurant but operated like an entertainment service venue, which requires specific components including live music, alcohol sales, and dancing. Without proper registration as a service establishment, operating with these features constitutes a legal violation.

When asked whether stricter inspections of similar establishments would be undertaken, Arsit said the Bangkok governor has ordered intensified oversight of restaurants operating in this manner. In Bangkok, the Metropolitan Police Bureau oversees service establishments, while provincial governors handle the same in their jurisdictions.

Regarding whether laws need to be strengthened to close loopholes, Arsit said that exploiting legal gaps is an operator's responsibility, and the government's duty is to act when violations are found. He emphasized that the public also plays an important role—anyone discovering illegal operations can report them to the Interior Ministry, after which authorities will take enforcement action.

The Thai Gold Traders Association announced that gold prices continue to fall on July 14, 2025. Ornamental gold (96.5% purity) is trading at 62,186.32 baht per baht-weight for buying and 64,450 baht per baht-weight for selling, down 650 baht from the previous day's closing price. Gold bars are being bought at 63,450 baht per baht-weight and sold at 63,650 baht per baht-weight. International spot gold prices are currently at $4,010 per ounce. Gold traders speculate that prices may surge 1,000–2,000 baht per baht-weight when the market opens the following day, potentially breaking through the 80,000-baht threshold.

The Thai Diving Sports Association is advancing youth athletes to the international stage by sending underwater hockey teams in the U15 and U19 age categories to compete in the 2026 CMAS Asian Championship Underwater Hockey from August 5–8, 2026, in Cisarua, Bogor, Indonesia, under the World Underwater Federation (CMAS).

The association has announced 22 athletes selected for the competition across both age groups. The U15 squad includes Chern Sarasuphap Kapaich, Kannathat Thanchokkittidorn, Kitruda Chinsawangwattanakul, Krus Sarasuphap Kapaich, Natphatch Bunyapendech, Thanaphut Thongsawasdi, Theetuch Namsomm, Barmethats Ngersom, Ratchcharita Chaitwitidanant, and Wawin Kaewpuang. The U19 roster features Kantathat Noranatratakun, Thirawee Wongwanjarearn, Bura Burkaorramkavit, Panadda Saengkaew, Pongsaran Totoolarjai, Phalakrit Wichianpongsan, Paskron Wichianpongsan, Pharamyu Chaladjit, Rachet Chakkrueao, Siriboon Klongganphaanich, Sorawit Makksindu, and Supatchcha Rattanasirivilailoet.

Beyond the athletes, the association is investing in personnel development by sending three referees—Jettanat Luengamorsak, Nichaphat Makksindu, and Nithichote Ruengphaanich—for Referee Level 2 training to elevate Thailand's underwater hockey officiating standards. The coaching staff, led by Singaporean head coach Vincent Low and English coach Martin Keith, along with team manager Silsupha Wansutti and assistants Khokhuang Wanighorn and Baworn Nualapaan, has been preparing the teams through months of continuous training focusing on technique, fitness, and team cohesion. Coach Low stated that all athletes have shown satisfactory progress and are ready for competition, with the goal of reaching the podium while avoiding pressure on the young competitors. This championship represents not only a pursuit of victory but also an opportunity for learning, growth, and valuable international experience for Thailand's youth athletes.

Thailand's National Telecommunications Commission (NT) and Security Pitch have signed a new partnership agreement building on their earlier technology collaboration to launch the Pattaya Smart Pole Network by OneForce, a digital media and intelligent infrastructure system on 5G Smart Pole infrastructure in Pattaya. The project aims to use 5G technology, IoT systems, digital signage, and public safety systems to transform Pattaya into a world-class smart city, driving economic value in the area and helping brands efficiently reach Thai and foreign tourists and local residents with measurable results using Security Pitch's technology.

The agreement was signed on July 9, 2025, at NT's Sri Racha Customer Service Office in Chachoengsao Province, with participants including Piya Ratchaworakun, Assistant Managing Director of NT's Eastern Sales and Customer Operations Group, and Pakorn Thongjeen, Co-Founder and CEO of Security Pitch. The partnership covers use of Smart Pole 5G infrastructure and related equipment to provide public relations media, digital signage, smart city systems, IoT, and public safety services, as well as AI license plate recognition (LPR) analytics platforms and emergency broadcast capabilities to support Pattaya's sustainable smart city development.

This agreement represents significant progress following NT and Security Pitch's earlier partnership, signed on July 15, 2024, to develop integrated security technology and strengthen national digital trust. Pattaya, a major economic and tourism hub, serves as the pilot area for this collaboration through development of the Pattaya Smart Pole network, which functions both as central city digital media and as Smart City service infrastructure. This project marks the first tangible implementation of the NT-Security Pitch cooperation in a tourism destination.

Pakorn Thongjeen, Co-Founder and CEO of Security Pitch, stated: "This project would not have been possible without NT's cooperation, as it is one of the country's flagship initiatives. Pattaya is a world-class tourism city attracting over 18 million visitors annually, making its elevation to smart city status a significant step forward."

Offshun Kittipat Champa, head of production company Domundi, spoke with reporters at a series blessing ceremony for "Mon Rak Hak Eली" at PHENIX Bangkok about actor Got Ittipat's withdrawal from the BL series "Mr. Passenger." Offshun admitted initial surprise but confirmed the decision was made cooperatively through discussion between both sides and their respective teams, emphasizing they understand each other's positions and respect fan feedback.

When asked if direct communication occurred between Offshun and Got, he explained that while not direct, both production and casting teams coordinated the conversation, reaching mutual agreement based on shared understanding. Offshun noted that as a pilot episode, much remains to be developed and refined, so while disappointed, they recognize the opportunity came at a stage before full filming. He stressed that strong feedback from viewers is common and should inform improvements rather than cause panic.

Regarding the casting search and timeline, Offshun indicated the full production schedule remains flexible, with the main adjustment being additional vetting of future cast members. He emphasized this is not about wrongdoing but rather understanding audience expectations. The production will continue gathering fan feedback to strengthen the final version, keeping elements that work well while implementing viewer suggestions for the actual production next year.