The National Health Security Office (NHSO) is warning young people about rising liver fluke infections and recommending that gold card holders take advantage of free screening kits through the Pao Tang app for early detection and treatment. Dr. Atthaporn Limpanisleuk, NHSO deputy secretary-general, reported on July 8 that health screenings of first-year university students in the Northeast found high rates of liver fluke infection, consistent with data from Khon Kaen University's cholangiocarcinoma research institute showing increased infection trends in Generation Z. The primary risk factor is consuming raw or undercooked freshwater fish dishes like pla tod, lab pla, pla som, and pla ra, as well as insufficiently heated foods.

Dr. Atthaporn emphasized that the disease poses a risk to all ages, not just older generations, particularly for those who regularly eat raw or undercooked fish. The concerning aspect is that liver flukes operate as a "silent threat" in early stages—many infected people show no symptoms and remain unaware of their infection. Without testing and treatment, or if raw fish consumption continues, the risk of chronic bile duct inflammation and long-term liver cancer increases significantly.

Feeling healthy and symptom-free does not guarantee safety from infection. Those with a history of eating raw freshwater fish, previous infections, or past deworming should be screened at least annually. Under the national health security system (gold card), the NHSO offers free rapid urine-based OV-RDT screening kits, developed by Khon Kaen University and recognized as a Thai innovation. Data through May 2569 showed 129,522 people used the service in fiscal year 2568, with 143,127 in the first eight months of 2569.

The service targets Thai citizens aged 15 and older with risk factors, including previous infections, past deworming, or raw fish consumption. Eligible individuals can access free screening at participating facilities like partner pharmacies, warm community nursing clinics, and medical technique clinics by using the Pao Tang app's "Health Wallet" menu or calling the NHSO hotline at 1330.

An ammonia leak at an ice factory in Khao Phra subdistrict, Derm Bang Nang Buat district, Suphan Buri province, has affected 35 people admitted to Derm Bang Nang Buat Hospital on July 8. Authorities evacuated residents, students, and teachers from Thammasat Choti School to safe areas within a one-kilometer radius. Most patients reported eye irritation, sore throat, itching, dizziness, chest tightness, and heart palpitations. Those hospitalized include one government official, 10 students, two teachers, 10 factory workers, three civilians, three disaster relief staff, and six municipal officials. Environmental and property damage assessments are ongoing by the Suphan Buri Provincial Public Health Office in coordination with local hospitals and the district health office, with fieldwork scheduled for July 9. Initial response efforts included hospital treatment for affected individuals and temporary establishment of a coordination center.

Thai youngster Nene Royal from Phuket advanced to the next round of America's Got Talent after earning a unanimous "Four Yeses" from all four judges with her performance of the iconic hit "Zombie" by The Cranberries.

The 15-year-old artist told the judges before her audition that the next day would mark her 16th birthday. She also revealed that her biggest dream was to become "a superstar touring the world." Although she admitted feeling nervous, describing it as the biggest stage of her life, she stepped out with confidence, while her father watched from the side of the stage to cheer her on.

As soon as the opening chords of Zombie began, Nene captivated the entire auditorium with her powerful vocals and impressive guitar performance. She delivered an emotional rendition that earned a standing ovation from the audience, while the judges appeared visibly impressed throughout the audition.

Following the performance, the judges praised her talent and commended her vocal ability, guitar skills and stage presence, saying they were remarkably sophisticated for someone her age. They described her as "a real rock star" with the potential to go far in the competition.

All four judges then unanimously voted "Yes," prompting the host to announce, "You have Four Yeses!", securing Nene a place in the next round with a clean sweep of approval.

Nene Royal is an emerging young artist from Phuket known for her singing, guitar playing and acting. She began her musical journey by teaching herself to play the guitar through online videos. Through years of developing her skills, she built a large following on social media, where she now has more than three million followers across platforms.

From a young girl who started playing music purely out of passion, Nene has now stepped onto a world-class stage. Her successful audition marks another international achievement for a young Thai performer, earning Four Yeses on America's Got Talent and moving one step closer to her dream of becoming a global music artist.

On July 8, 2025, the House of Representatives considered the Promoting Peaceful Society Bill following the Senate's amended version. At 5:30 p.m., Nikorn Chamnong, a Bhumjaithai list MP, discussed the contentious amnesty provisions potentially linked to Senate selection irregularities, firmly stating these claims were unfounded. He explained that the original 25 criminal charges in the bill's appendix applied only to youth and did not explicitly grant amnesty from Article 112 charges.

Nikorn noted that the Senate's amendments clarified the law's scope by specifying that exemptions apply only to crimes unrelated to electoral fraud, unfair elections, and false qualifications. He emphasized that the Anying case was separate and governed by different legislation, thus not connected to Senate acquisition issues.

Regarding Section 11, Nikorn stated the Senate added language rather than removed it, clarifying that youth under 18 charged with crimes outside the specified list could seek case dismissal—except Article 112 violations, which conflict with Section 3's prohibitions. He warned that without this clarification, the law would appear contradictory and resemble the controversial 2006 amnesty, potentially creating social discord.

Nikorn argued that allowing Article 112 charges for youth would unfairly burden 6,000 people and create legal inconsistency. He urged approval to end a 20-year conflict and provide remedies for affected youth.

The House voted 306 in favor, 141 opposed, 2 abstained, with no votes against. The bill received parliamentary approval and will proceed under Constitution Article 81.

A deputy governor from Northeast Thailand, who previously drafted Terms of Reference for local civil service exams, was found this morning as authorities searched his Rama 8 condominium for evidence in a corruption case. The official appeared at a durian festival at a major shopping mall later that day to open the event but refused to comment when approached by reporters, signaling he would provide no information before hurriedly departing. No evidence was initially found during the search.

The deputy governor previously served as an inspector with the Department of Local Administration and drafted the TOR for local civil service recruitment exams—a matter currently under investigation by relevant authorities. At 4:30 p.m. that same day, he appeared as guest of honor at a durian festival at a major shopping center. After the opening ceremony, reporters attempted to question him about the condo search, but he declined to be interviewed, waving his hand to signal he would provide no statement before leaving immediately without visiting any vendor booths.

No clarification has been posted on his Facebook account regarding the matter. However, his social media still shows advertisements for tutoring books on local administrative law and civil service decision-making principles, priced at 1,000 baht for two volumes. Previously, the deputy governor had posted that he served as one of the committee members drafting the TOR for the local civil service recruitment examination.

Priset Watcharasindhul insisted on establishing a joint committee to review the amended amnesty bill, arguing that a peaceful society cannot be built through double standards. He criticized Parliament for closing doors to youth, refusing to welcome or allow children to pass through, warning that the harder the doors are forced shut, the faster they will break. He asked to be a small stone to make closing the doors more difficult.

On July 8, 2025 at 4:55 PM at Parliament, Priset discussed how the Senate's amendments, particularly Section 11, would move the law further from the goal of promoting peace. He argued that amnesty mechanisms can help resolve political conflicts, but questioned whether Parliament truly understands which type of amnesty can achieve this.

Priset stated that creating a peaceful society cannot involve a double standard where political expression by one group—such as occupying government buildings or surrounding polling stations—is forgiven, while political expression by another group—even just sharing a Facebook post by someone under 18—is deemed unforgivable.

He explained that the current approach creates two standards of amnesty: one for those prosecuted under Article 112 of the Criminal Code and another for those prosecuted under other articles, including some carrying more severe penalties than Article 112. Pheu Thai Party has worked to prevent such double standards, previously questioning whether Article 11 mechanisms truly help youth.

"I respect the intention of those proposing this mechanism to genuinely help youth. But when we reached this point, the original intentions and majority voices were completely rejected by the Senate, which added a second paragraph to Article 112 explicitly prohibiting use of this mechanism to assist children and youth prosecuted under Article 112," he stated.

"What we and Pheu Thai have repeatedly emphasized is that if we must create a door to help all groups affected by past political conflicts move toward peaceful society, that door must be wide open to everyone and treat everyone by the same standard. But what this Parliament is doing is telling some groups that the peaceful society behind this door does not welcome them and will not allow them to pass. When we suggested creating another door, perhaps requiring a longer detour with more conditions to prove, Parliament refused. So we asked for a small door just for children and youth to pass through, but Parliament still refused. Now the Parliamentary majority is essentially walking to that small open door and slamming it shut in their faces, adding multiple locks to tell society that the peaceful society beyond does not welcome them."

Priset continued his critique of the legislative approach to amnesty and youth protections.