On July 30, 2024, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Public Health Dr. Ekachai Phieurseevachara announced that the Ministry of Public Health has established a joint task force with the National Health Security Office (NHSO) to urgently investigate allegations that the 'MooProm' health application contains inaccurate data. The investigation will focus on three key issues: health facilities falsifying records to meet national health database completeness standards, facilities falsifying data to meet performance indicators (KPI), and facilities falsifying records related to budget disbursement claims.

Dr. Ekachai stated that the Ministry values accurate, transparent, and reliable health data and emphasized that the application consolidates information from various health service providers. He assured the public that any errors will be corrected immediately without cover-ups or negligence. The working group, chaired by Deputy Permanent Secretary Dr. Sopon Iamsiritaworn and including representatives from the NHSO, is expected to complete its investigation within two weeks.

The Ministry confirmed that if the investigation finds intentional falsification, misuse of data, or corrupt practices, it will take disciplinary action and coordinate with relevant agencies accordingly. However, if the findings indicate only data errors or process mistakes, the Ministry will promptly correct the information and improve systems to prevent recurrence. Dr. Ekachai emphasized that the investigation will uphold principles of good governance, transparency, and fairness, and that public access to personal health data is an important accountability mechanism.

I-Tel Corporation (ITC), a global leader in the pet food industry, reported first-half 2025 sales of $316 million USD, representing a 20.6% increase compared to the same period last year. In Thai baht terms, sales rose 15.1% to 10.043 billion baht. Bolstered by strong operational results, the company's board approved an interim dividend payment of 0.55 baht per share, reflecting a high payout ratio of 96.2%.

Gross profit for the first half reached 2.604 billion baht, up 21.6% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 26.8%. Operating profit grew 28.2% to 1.564 billion baht, while net profit improved 22.5% to 1.955 billion baht.

Roy Chan, Chief Executive Officer of I-Tel Corporation, stated: "First-half performance reflects I-Tel's strength, disciplined cost management, and consistent execution of our strategic direction. This reinforces our confidence in our business trajectory and objectives. We will continue to drive innovation for high-growth market segments, implement automation to enhance operational efficiency, expand markets with region-specific strategies, and translate sustainability initiatives into tangible business value."

In the second quarter of 2025, ITC achieved sales of $152 million USD, up 13.0% year-on-year, with baht sales increasing 8.8% to 4.869 billion baht. Gross profit rose 20.2% to 1.346 billion baht with a robust 29.7% margin, despite rising raw material and packaging costs linked to Middle East tensions. Operating profit reached 802 million baht, up 21.6%, while adjusted net profit rose 20.1% to 964 million baht, supported by disciplined cost control, ITC's transformation programs, and premium products accounting for 52.4% of sales.

Pet treat products remain a key growth driver, representing 20.0% of total pet food sales in the first half. This is fueled by growing consumer interest in health-focused treats and the launch of over 400 new products across multiple categories, demonstrating the company's commitment to innovation.

First-half pet food volume sales increased 8.7% year-on-year to 60,555 tons, with growth across all three major regions. The Americas remain ITC's largest market at 60.0% of total sales, with sales up 17.9% driven by sustained customer demand, new Chunk and Pâté product launches, and strong value product segment growth.

On July 30, police reported progress in the case involving the arrest of 28-year-old Ms. Chudatip at Fukuoka Airport after 900 grams of ice was found hidden in her carry-on luggage on July 12. She had traveled with her 28-year-old boyfriend Sarawut and a friend as couriers delivering packages for Thai residents in Japan. Her parents, 53-year-old Thanasak and 45-year-old Kanyavee, filed a report stating their daughter was careless in not inspecting the packages but has no history of drug involvement. They suspect the person who gave her the package may be connected to a larger trafficking network. Police are continuing their investigation, tracking the delivery rider's vehicle through CCTV footage from multiple locations. The National Narcotics Bureau deputy spokesman disclosed that authorities have identified the vehicle's make, model, color, and license plate but are withholding these details to prevent the rider from fleeing. Only one rider was seen in the vehicle with no passengers, though police have not confirmed the rider's gender. The bureau has issued a public call for the rider to come forward and clear their name, but no one has appeared. Authorities note this silence suggests possible involvement in the international drug trafficking network. Once evidence is compiled, police will seek a court warrant for arrest on charges of conspiracy to distribute and export Category 1 narcotics (heroin) without authorization. On July 31, the Thai woman will appear before Japanese prosecutors to learn whether charges will be filed.

PHUKET: Cherng Talay Police have launched a road safety campaign to reduce the number of crashes caused by motorists crossing into opposing lanes, with 500 flexible traffic separators to be installed at four accident-prone locations across the district.

The aunt of suspect Pong, 43, revealed that she last saw him on July 27 around 9 p.m. when he came to her house asking for help fixing electrical wiring. After receiving a phone call, he told her he needed to go to Chanthaburi because his child was sick, and left. That was the last time she saw him, leading her to believe he has fled to Chanthaburi province. She described him as violent and prone to brutality, mentioning he was severely abused by his own father as a child. She appealed to him to turn himself in, warning that if he dies, only rescue workers will be involved. Police have questioned the wife of another suspect, Thang, who claimed she had not seen him since July 27. However, at least five villagers reported hearing Thang cry for help on July 29 in a desperate tone, prompting police to suspect he may have been murdered to silence him. Officers and local administrators are conducting a coordinated search in a dense forest area opposite a Chinese shrine near a temple in Chon Buri, believed to be where Pong may have taken the Russian siblings.

KALASIN — 29 July 2026, The grandmother of Thai travel YouTuber Hlun Solo says she still believes he is alive, despite reports on social media that he has died in Georgia.

The family has not received official confirmation from the Thai consulate or any other authorities, and says it cannot verify reports of Hlun's death.

Speaking at the family home in Kalasin at 21:50, Som Plengsuk said her grandson, whose real name is Borwat Pengsuk, should return home if he hears the appeal.

"I still believe my grandson is alive," she said. "I want everyone and the relevant agencies to help bring him home safely. His family is waiting to welcome him."

She also rejected speculation that, if he had died, it could have been suicide.

"I do not believe that at all," she said. "He was cheerful, friendly and loved by people. He had no enemies or conflicts with anyone."

Som said Hlun had been earning money to repair and build a home for her, adding that this made the suggestion especially difficult to believe. She appealed for divine protection and for him to return home safely.

Pornsawan Muangnikorn, Hlun's aunt, said the family had not seen any evidence confirming that the person reportedly found dead was Hlun.

"There has been no photograph, no information about the condition of the body, no passport — nothing that can confirm it was him," she said.

Hlun's sister, Borlak Plengsuk, said the family had been contacted by pages and individuals following the case, some of whom told them he had died. However, she said no relevant authority had contacted the family or provided a definitive confirmation.

"At this point, we cannot confirm that my younger brother has died," she said. "We do not know what happened, how it happened or under what circumstances. No agency has officially confirmed anything to us."