As of 2 p.m. on July 13, 2026, the disaster relief coordination center reported that the death toll from the Ladprao beer hall fire remains at 27, with 16 victims now identified. Police at Phahon Yothin station noted that approximately 50 families have either arrived in person or telephoned to report missing relatives. An update from the Medical Examiner's Office at Police Hospital at 1:45 p.m. confirmed the death count at 27, with three additional identifications made: Sitthipong Chaiyo, Lance Corporal Pemika Onsri, and Phanitcha Singkhon. The identified victims comprise 6 men and 10 women. The identified deceased are: Nuthaikhao Satjalertsai, Aphinan Pengsri, Phisanu Tangsopha, Nipaporn Chamchang, Top Soropol, Aphinya Sukkthonla, Phonepaseut Poungppany (Laotian national), Atcharaporn Suthisin, Suwichcha Sirisolung, Knoktip Srisuk, Ldawon Notrosopha, Namthip Thubsuk, Kotchakon Soththarat, Sitthipong Chaiyo, Lance Corporal Pemika Onsri, and Phanitcha Singkhon. The number of injured remains at 71, while 45 people are still missing.

The classic romance drama "Bupphaesanniwas" from author Rom Phaeng is reimagined as a BL multiverse series titled "Love Destiny" in 2025, produced by CUU Thailand under the direction of Nai Bhavath Panangsiri. The production stars Aokus Vachirawit Paisalkulwongsa and Leung Thanapol Oosinthrarp in the roles of Thao Dej and Thao Kaew, alongside supporting couples: Na Naphatthorn Vikayrungrocha and Win Thanapol Akyuwongseri as Thao Rueang and Thao Wad, and Thanya Thanyathorn Wiwattanadecha and Faye Chinthaap Duangkaew as Ai Phin and Ai Yhaem.

The cast also includes Joturong Mokjok, Mom Luang Kwantip Thewakul, Anna Sueong Gamaeiam, Ishikawa Plavden, Varittasisa Limthammahisorn, Phanuwat Premmaninanth, Mawin Thaveepon, Natthasakon Chaiyarocha, and Nonthiya Jibbangpai, among others. The story begins when Great (Leung), a surgeon from 2026, awakens in the body of Thao Kaew in ancient Ayutthaya during the reign of King Narai. As he adapts to this unfamiliar world and atones for the original body's misdeeds, his former enemy Thao Dej (Aokus) gradually sees him differently, and a profound love develops between them amidst the constraints of their era and unpredictable fate.

Director Nai Bhavath shared his perspective on adapting the series into a BL version: "We've already made the original version, so tackling the yaoi version was a good challenge. It made me rethink and reinterpret the story in new ways, which was enjoyable. The key was finding fresh interpretations of the characters and dialogue while preserving what audiences loved about the original. I didn't want to erase the previous version—I wanted to keep the memorable character traits and the feelings viewers had grown to appreciate. The interesting part was figuring out how to tell a BL story while keeping it true to Bupphaesanniwas, without forcing it. I still respect and believe in the original version that people loved, and I hope everyone will keep an open mind and watch this series."

Tuning into the BL multiverse series "Love Destiny: Bupphaesanniwas" every Tuesday at 10:30 p.m., starting July 14, on Channel 3 HD. Stream the uncensored version at 11:00 p.m. exclusively on iQIYI app and iQ.com.

Performing on a major concert stage alongside famous artists represents a significant experience and an important step toward making musicians' dreams a reality.

FWD Music Live Fest 5 serves as a platform of opportunity, giving Gen Z students from various schools a chance to showcase their talents and gain meaningful experience on their musical journey, in an atmosphere of joy, fun, and shared passion.

A key highlight is the opportunity for young performers to take the stage at a large-scale concert, allowing them to practice, develop their skills, and learn from real-world experience performing before large audiences.

In (Peeriyaporn Jai Rungsee), lead vocalist, and Zoom (Pongsphirapra Prayurpat), guitarist, Grade 12 students from DSRU band at Ramkhamhaeng University Demonstration School, shared: "We went through tough auditions and rehearsals. Getting on a stage like this to play music in front of many people and standing on the same stage as artists we admire is an important opportunity. It's an experience that inspires us to keep developing our skills."

Blyde (Nannapat Pumsiree), lead vocalist, and Yufa (Thanakrit Sripanomwarn), keyboard player, Grade 10 students from Woodstock band at Thepchasrinint School, said: "We dreamed of performing on a big stage. FWD Music Live Fest 5 taught us how to perform at a festival and see how real artists work up close. This stage opened up a lot for us. Thank you FWD Insurance for giving students like us the chance to showcase our abilities."

Winnie (Mawinn Viriyayutmamm), lead vocalist, Grade 11 student, and Jing (Kittipitch Sangsitthisetying), bass player, Grade 9 student, from Mandrake band at Assumption School, said: "This is the biggest stage we've ever performed on. It's an important opportunity for students like us to prove ourselves and experience a real large-scale concert stage, which isn't easy to find. Performing alongside artists we admire is the motivation that pushes us to develop further."

Pavarisah Chumwikrant, Marketing Executive Vice President at FWD Life Insurance Public Company Limited, said: "This stage was created to give music-loving young people the chance to perform and learn from professional artists. Performing on the same stage as leading artists is an important step in developing skills and advancing toward the future. We hope this stage becomes the beginning of opportunity and another source of inspiration for music lovers."

Archaeologists have uncovered an extensive 700-year-old underground tunnel network at Wat Umong, one of Chiang Mai's most historically significant temples located at the foot of Doi Suthep. The temple was established by King Meng Rai in an area once known as "Eleven Bamboo Groves," and expanded by King Khuena with elaborate underground passages designed to provide monks a secluded meditation sanctuary. The vaulted passages feature remarkably preserved ancient murals depicting flora and fauna, along with scattered broken Buddha statues rescued from archaeological sites across Thailand. The complex showcases Lanna Kingdom Buddhist architecture influenced by Sri Lankan design principles, with its maze-like underground corridors and meditation chambers representing a major achievement of medieval Southeast Asian craftsmanship. Officials announced that Wat Umong will undergo high-standard digital restoration of its murals and receive international cultural promotion through partnerships with academic institutions. The discovery has drawn attention from heritage enthusiasts and cultural tourists interested in exploring the temple's spiritual and historical significance.

Bangkok, 13 July 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has partnered with ZEEKR Thailand on “Amazing Thailand in ZEEKR Luxury Way”, a six-month campaign using electric-vehicle journeys to spotlight lesser-known destinations, local culture and natural attractions across Thailand.

Running from August 2026 to February 2027, the campaign centres on the “Travel the ZEEKR Way” content series, featuring Northern Thailand, the Northeast, the South, Bangkok and nearby provinces. TAT’s first collaboration with ZEEKR Thailand supports quality domestic travel and wider adoption of lower-carbon transport.

Mr. Nithee Seeprae, TAT Deputy Governor for Marketing Communications, said, “Thailand’s tourism growth must create stronger value for travellers, destinations and local communities. Under our Value over Volume direction, TAT is focusing on meaningful experiences that respect culture and the environment while strengthening the resilience of the tourism sector. Electric vehicles offer another practical travel option that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on conventional fuel.”

TAT will select routes and experiences that reflect the identity of each area, with an emphasis on destinations offering distinctive cultural, natural and community value. ZEEKR Thailand will provide electric vehicles for the journeys, enabling the campaign to present EV travel within real destination settings rather than as a standalone automotive experience.

The four themes will highlight different aspects of Thailand. “Northern Escape” will explore mountains, waterways, Lanna architecture and traditional crafts. “Isaan Stories” will present the Northeast through local lifestyles, music, food and everyday wisdom. “Southern Serenity” will feature coastal scenery, islands and restorative journeys by the sea. “Urban Retreat” will uncover lesser-known places in Bangkok and nearby provinces, connecting heritage, contemporary culture and short-distance travel.

Mr. Alex Bao, Managing Director for Southeast Asia at ZEEKR Thailand, said, “ZEEKR’s direction in Thailand is evolving from electric mobility towards a broader connection with lifestyle and travel. Working with TAT allows us to place our vehicles within journeys that reflect the diversity of Thailand and the changing expectations of travellers. We believe the travel experience should be as considered as the destination, with performance, safety and comfort supporting each stage of the journey.”

TAT and ZEEKR Thailand will jointly produce and distribute the series through Osotho magazine and TAT’s online platforms. Content will also be developed with creators from The Zecret Revealer, The Zecret Insider and The Zecret Visualizer groups to reach travellers interested in experience-led journeys and new domestic routes.

The campaign forms part of TAT’s 2026 domestic tourism strategy, which targets 202.42 million domestic trips and 1.07 trillion Baht in tourism revenue. It also supports TAT’s wider direction to connect tourism value with responsible mobility, broaden travel beyond established destinations and strengthen the contribution of domestic tourism to local economies.

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