JAS FAN CONNECT delivered an exclusive experience connecting 16 members of Thailand's national women's volleyball team with fans before they compete in the Asian Championship in China. Jasmine International, which holds broadcasting rights to volleyball, partnered with Monomax streaming platform under Mono Nexus to host the "JAS FAN CONNECT THAILAND VOLLEYBALL STARS" event on Saturday, August 15, 2025, at Central Westgate mall's second-floor promotion area. The event brought together players including Chumpon, Nan, Beam, Bum Bim, Piew, Omsorn, Nuk Nik, Kai, Fern, Tipa, Bow, Yok, Ay, Om Sap, Khao Fang, and Coach Chin for meet-and-greet activities, photo opportunities, and special events with fans.

The event featured remarks from Dr. Sorat Asvaraprapha, CEO of Jasmine International; Dr. Nathkitti Tangpoolsintan, senior managing director of marketing at Central Pattana; and Hathaithip Muddzhui, business director of Monomax, alongside hosts Ticha and Judy. After a cheerleading performance by Thai University of Commerce, the players took the stage and participated in JAS FAN CONNECT discussions about their preparations, determination, and feelings before heading to China. Players shared behind-the-scenes stories that drew laughter and created a warm atmosphere.

Highlights included a Meet & Greet section with rock-paper-scissors games and lucky seating, allowing 18 fortunate fans to take selfies and get autographs directly from players. A lucky draw offered prizes including signed Thai national team jerseys and volleyballs, followed by a Hi Touch activity where fans could greet and encourage players before departure. The event showcased smiles, cheers, and support from Thai volleyball fans sending their encouragement to the 16-player squad before they represent Thailand at the AVC championship in China.

On August 15, 2025, Chonlapat Naksan, Songkhla MP representing District 4 from the Palang Pracharath Party, posted on Facebook about the Songkhla Provincial Court's acceptance of charges related to operating an online gambling website. He acknowledged public concern and questions surrounding the case, which the court has now accepted.

Chonlapat stated he has long believed that accusations should be proven through facts and evidence within the justice system, not decided by public opinion. He emphasized that rather than avoiding the legal process, he intends to fully engage his right to defend himself, presenting all evidence and facts before a process he respects and trusts.

He expressed confidence in the court's independence and its ability to conduct proceedings based on law and evidence without interference. Chonlapat stressed that courts—not social currents—should determine guilt or innocence. He noted that as an MP, he understands public scrutiny is appropriate and that his position does not place him above the law. He stated readiness to face the same legal process as any citizen and to respect whatever verdict the court ultimately delivers.

Chonlapat also acknowledged other accusations that have emerged over time and said he is prepared to address all of them through proper legal channels. He called for evidence, facts, and the justice system to provide answers, and pledged to accept the court's final judgment as the definitive response to all public doubts. He reaffirmed his confidence in the judicial process and commitment to proving his case through facts and evidence before the court, not through statements alone.

At 17:54 on August 15, 2025, Thailand's Meteorological Department Earthquake Watch Center reported a 6.8-magnitude earthquake centered in the northern Sumatra region of Indonesia. The epicenter was initially recorded at latitude 2.98°N, longitude 99.06°E with a magnitude of 6.4 and depth of 168 kilometers. The data was later updated to latitude 3.03°N, longitude 99.11°E, with a magnitude of 6.8 and depth of 175 kilometers. Near the epicenter, the tremors are expected to reach intensity level 8–9 on the Mercalli scale, potentially causing severe structural damage and partial building collapse.

Residents in Songkhla, Trang, Krabi, Phuket, and Satun provinces reported feeling the earthquake. However, the magnitude and epicenter location did not meet the criteria for issuing a Cell Broadcast alert. The Meteorological Department issued its second announcement on August 15, 2025 at 18:44, confirming that the tremors were felt across the five provinces but posed no immediate threat requiring evacuation alerts.

The Ministry of Education and Foremost have signed a cooperation memorandum to advance the "Foremost One Million Smiles 6th" program, celebrating Foremost's 70-year milestone in Thailand. The initiative will deliver one million boxes of Foremost Omega 369 UHT milk to children nationwide, promoting sustainable nutrition and child development through high-quality dairy products.

On August 13, 2026, Education Minister Presert Chantharueangthong presided over the signing ceremony alongside Dr. Olarn Chowvivattana, Corporate Relations Director of Friesland Campina (Thailand) Public Company Limited, at the Ministry of Education headquarters.

Presert stated that this full partnership between the Ministry of Education and Foremost represents the sixth year of the program. He emphasized that milk consumption is not merely a basic benefit but builds food security and sustainable quality of life for Thai children. The government aims to expand access to quality milk equitably across all children, particularly in disadvantaged and remote schools, to address malnutrition sustainably. He expressed confidence that collaboration between the education ministry, Foremost, and partners will maximize benefits for Thai children, and praised Foremost's 70-year commitment to Thai society.

Dr. Olarn highlighted that Friesland Campina, operating in Thailand for 70 years, recognizes its responsibility to create lasting positive social impact. He stressed that investment in children is the best investment for Thailand's future. This year's program features enhanced national cooperation through partnerships with the Office of the Basic Education Commission, the Private Education Promotion Office, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, and Big C supermarkets to distribute one million boxes of milk. The initiative includes nutritional monitoring, field surveys, growth assessments, and physical and cognitive development evaluations.

Gai Arirat Krishnasomit, founder of Animal Healings and Communication Thailand, was invited by organizer Siriwan Raksawong to speak at Thailand Reptile Expo 5 (T-REX 5: Monster in Love) about the science of animal communication and its benefits for pet owners. During the event, Gai demonstrated communication with Prik Gaeng, an aardvark owned by Vi-Virattee Rachutakul from The Zookeeper Thailand, showcasing that animal communication applies to diverse species beyond dogs and cats.

Gai invited fellow animal communicators including Ariya Trusunan and Vivarn Jenmanachaykul, both trained to Reiki Master level, to share their experiences on stage. The team was supported by students Shruta Luang Chame, Piyarat Somjit, and Achiranun Nansirithanadhip, all working to promote animal communication knowledge more widely.

T-REX 5, held at BCC Hall Central Plaza Ladprao, is Thailand's premier exotic animal expo, now in its fifth year under the theme "Monster in Love." The event features displays and activities involving snakes, geckos, tortoises, spiders, ants, and sugar gliders, along with contests, expert talks, and educational booths. Featured speakers include Kan, operator of the Ant Keepings Thailand page, and Sun from the Antverse channel, discussing ant-keeping, alongside a sugar glider rope-climbing competition.

On accepting the invitation, Gai remarked: "I'm grateful to Nok-Siriwan for embracing animal communication science and recognizing its value for anyone caring for animals. I want people to understand that all animals have lives, souls, and feelings—they simply cannot communicate through human speech. An animal communicator serves as a messenger, helping convey what animals want to express so their caretakers gain deeper understanding." Throughout his career, Gai has communicated with diverse species including dogs, cats, and snakes.

CHONBURI — Four foreign divers who went missing during a technical diving exercise off Samae San in Chonburi were found safe on Friday night after managing to reach shore at Nam Sai Beach.

The Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Center Region 1 was alerted at 16:35 on 14 August after the captain of a boat carrying the group reported that four divers had failed to return from a dive near Ko Rong Khon and Ko Rong Nang, off Samae San in Sattahip district. The dive site is about eight nautical miles from U-Tapao Airport.

The group, led by British diver Gary Philips, entered the water at around 14:30 and had been expected to return to the rendezvous point at about 15:15. When they failed to surface as scheduled and no surface marker was seen, the boat captain began searching and requested assistance from the Naval Special Warfare Command. Two of the missing divers were instructors and the other two were students. They had entered the water in instructor-student buddy pairs for technical diving training at a depth of around 40 to 50 metres.

One additional vessel was unable to join the search from the Sattahip Bay side because of strong winds and rough seas. Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Center Region 1 deployed a Royal Thai Navy aircraft to search from the air and coordinated with authorities in Chonburi, fishing-vessel control officials, naval radio networks and maritime rescue groups. Fishing vessels operating nearby were also asked to watch for the missing divers.

Authorities said the dive site lies in a deep-water channel with naturally strong currents. On Friday, the tide reached a low of 0.91 metres at 11:12 before rising to 3.02 metres at 19:36. The divers entered the water while the tide was rising, when currents in the area were relatively strong. Another diver who remained aboard the boat as an assistant to the captain said the two instructors were physically fit and highly experienced at sea. He believed they could potentially have fought the current and reached one of the nearby islands.

As conditions remained difficult after dark, authorities had been preparing to resume a larger search at first light. However, at about 20:50, a team on Samae San reported that all four missing divers had been found after making their way through the water to Nam Sai Beach. All four were reported safe, allowing authorities to end the search and rescue operation.