A 49-year-old man named Manop arrived at the disaster relief center for the beer hall fire in Bangkok's Ladprao area on July 13, 2025, searching for his girlfriend, 49-year-old Phanitcha Singkhor, who had gone out with three friends late the previous night. When news of the fire and multiple deaths and injuries reached him, Manop initially believed his girlfriend had only been injured, but learned at 8 a.m. that she had died, leaving him deeply grieved.

Manop denounced allegations that the establishment locked doors to prevent customers from leaving during the fire while demanding payment, calling such action detention in a dangerous place that could constitute a serious offense. "This is human life, not an animal's life. Why would they lock the fire escape?" he said. He described the incident as devastating and compared the conditions to people being roasted alive, questioning the venue's safety measures and calling for better prevention systems.

Manop demanded the establishment take full responsibility and called for inspections of all entertainment venues, noting that similar incidents have occurred repeatedly. "I want to ask the owner to take full responsibility for what you did. You locked them in, so you must be accountable," he stated, criticizing inadequate safety oversight that has turned customers into victims.

Justice Minister General Ruutpol Naowaratna said on July 13, 2569 that the DSI will request approximately 30 arrest warrants today for individuals and legal entities involved in the forex case. Democrat list-MP Phawut Pongwittayapanu is among those targeted. Once the court approves the warrants, arrests will proceed, followed by interrogation and bail decisions according to law. The minister noted that the DSI has already submitted findings to prosecutors, who have reviewed and returned them. He stated that the names submitted for prosecution reflect only the evidence gathered to date.

A singer performing at the beer bar where a devastating fire claimed 27 lives has survived after leaving the stage moments before the blaze broke out, according to posts shared on social media. The tragedy occurred at a beer bar in Bangkok's Lat Phrao area, leaving 27 people dead. Among the survivors was Tik Chanachai, the lead singer who had been performing when the incident unfolded.

Facebook user Chakchai Phoksombat posted a series of updates following the fire, confirming that Tik had escaped safely but was in severe emotional distress. "Tik is safe. Thank you to everyone for your concern. However, my phone and all of my belongings were destroyed in the fire. If anyone needs to contact me, please do so through this Facebook account, Chakchai Phoksombat. My mental state is really not okay right now," the post said.

Another post added: "Thank you for all the merit and good deeds that have protected him. He has arrived home safely. Tik was singing there when the fire happened. Anyone who cannot reach Tik can contact Benz instead. His phone and belongings were destroyed, but Tik is safe."

A video shared after the incident showed Tik breaking down in tears, repeatedly saying, "It's my fault." According to preliminary information, Tik had been performing on stage when he needed to use the restroom. He stepped off the stage and went to the men's restroom at the rear of the venue moments before the fire erupted. He was then able to escape through an emergency exit located near the restroom.

Meanwhile, two members of Thotsakan Band remain missing following the blaze, with authorities continuing search and rescue efforts.

A major fire at a beer hall in the Ladprao area of Bangkok on July 13, 2025, resulted in multiple deaths and injuries, including members of the Tos Kanthat band. Adisorn Piphattaworrapong, deputy secretary-general of the Office of Insurance Commission (OIC), disclosed details about relief and compensation efforts for the injured, deceased, and affected parties. Investigation revealed that the entertainment venue was registered for insurance under a personal name rather than as a business entity, which is unusual for establishments of this type. The OIC has taken an active approach, coordinating with the insurance company registered under the personal name to disburse compensation within three days. Officials will also notify relatives of the injured and deceased about available insurance policies and compensation eligibility. The regulator emphasized that whether insurance is registered under a personal or business name makes little practical difference in benefits; the priority is urgent assistance for all affected parties. The public is urged to contact authorities to learn about their policy coverage and available compensation rights.

The Rajasima Wittayalai School marching band (RS Band 2026), representing Nakhon Ratchasima province and Thailand, has claimed the Marching championship at the World Music Contest (WMC) 2026 held in Kerkrade, Netherlands, with a remarkable score of 95.750 points. The ensemble earned the Gold Medal of Honor, Day Prize for the highest daily score, and Best Wind ensemble award at one of the world's most prestigious and largest musical competitions.

The WMC, recognized as the "Olympics of bands and wind orchestras," is held only once every four years and brings together leading ensembles from around the world to compete under the strictest judging standards. The 2026 competition marked the contest's 75th anniversary, with over 20,000 musicians from 28 countries competing. Judges evaluated every detail including sound quality, musical accuracy, performance technique, and visual presentation.

RS Band's score of 95.750 reflects excellence across all dimensions—technical skill, creativity, coordination, and expressive performance—enabling them to surpass competitors from nations worldwide. The success came from months of intense training, the sacrifice of all students, and the dedication of coaches, parents, and supporters. This achievement is a source of pride not only for the school but for all of Nakhon Ratchasima and Thailand, proving that "Khorat youth are second to none" when given opportunity, support, and full commitment.

Deputy Interior Minister Arsit Saengphatthanathorn announced on July 13 that the Central Committee for Local Government Employee Examinations will hold a crucial meeting on July 15 to determine the outcome of an investigation into exam fraud involving already-hired local government employees. The announcement came after Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and the Interior Minister convened relevant agencies on July 11 to discuss the scandal.

A disciplinary committee will investigate five individuals who were previously removed from their positions, while the Department of Local Administration has discovered discrepancies between raw exam scores and published results. Once the committee reviews the evidence, findings will be submitted to the Central Committee for Civil and Local Government Officials, which will then instruct provincial governors to revoke hiring orders for affected employees.

Arsit stated the July 15 meeting aims to expedite the process so results can be sent to provinces quickly. He acknowledged that while the Interior Ministry has completed its portion, other agencies including the National Anti-Corruption Commission and police must continue investigations into potential financial misconduct and file criminal charges where warranted. When asked if different agencies might reach conflicting conclusions, Arsit emphasized that decisions must be based on facts and evidence, and he remains confident all matters will be resolved transparently and swiftly for public clarity.