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Jewelry Worth Millions Vanishes During Hospital Transfer

An 87-year-old woman lost jewelry worth millions of baht, including a rare amulet and gold chain, during ambulance transport to a hospital in Rayong on July 8. Her family is filing a police report to investigate whether the items disappeare

Jewelry Worth Millions Vanishes During Hospital Transfer
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On July 9, 2569, a complaint was filed by Sumet (name withheld), 87, from Ban Khai district, Rayong, reporting that his wife, Niang, lost consciousness at home while eating on July 8. He immediately called the emergency hotline 1669, and family members and rescue workers provided first aid before hospital staff transported her to the emergency room with one sister-in-law accompanying the ambulance.

At the hospital, nurses returned only one ring to Niang. However, upon careful inspection, the family discovered that a one-baht gold chain and a genuine Luang Pu Tim amulet from 2517—worth several million baht that his wife wore constantly—had vanished. When questioned, the nurse who returned the ring stated that only the ring had been handed over. The family also learned the ambulance had no security camera installed.

Sumet expressed sadness, saying the family did not fault the staff's work but wanted the facts investigated. His wife cherished the jewelry deeply and never removed it, even while bathing, or would leave it only with him or in a clearly visible place. His brother, Wichit, a former sub-district headman, stated the family had no financial problems and sought no blame, but the incident deeply troubled them as the amulet held spiritual significance.

The family prepared evidence to file a police report for investigation into which stage the valuables disappeared and to identify which officials were involved in transporting the patient. The sister-in-law who accompanied the ambulance noted that a curtain blocked her view of the rear compartment, preventing her from noticing anything unusual until learning later that the items were missing. The family conducted a three-day search at home without success, believing the items disappeared on the day of the incident. They plan to file a police report to trace the property and examine the patient transfer process to resolve the matter.

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National

Switzerland Eyes Upset Against Argentina in World Cup Quarterfinal

Switzerland coach Murat Yakin believes his team can exploit weaknesses in defending champion Argentina when they meet in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals on July 12.

Switzerland Eyes Upset Against Argentina in World Cup Quarterfinal
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Switzerland coach Murat Yakin says defending champion Argentina has weaknesses and believes his team can compete before they face off in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. Switzerland will meet Argentina in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup on July 12. Yakin commented on the matchup, saying: "Yes, we're facing world champion Argentina. Playing them is no simple matter, but from their last two matches we've seen that Argentina has weaknesses." "I think we've already earned respect from our opponents. Tactically, it will be an interesting match. We can create problems for the world champions," he added. For a country like Switzerland, reaching the quarterfinals against Argentina represents a significant moment, and expectations are high. "I think I still need a few more hours, or maybe a day, to fully understand what happened to us," Yakin concluded.

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Weather

Thailand On Alert For Heavy Rain, Flash Floods, High Seas

Thailand faces heavy rain and flash flood risks across northern and eastern regions over the next 24 hours, while rough seas with 2-meter waves are expected in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand.

Thailand On Alert For Heavy Rain, Flash Floods, High Seas
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The Thai Meteorological Department warns of heavy rainfall across Thailand in the next 24 hours, affecting the Northern, Northeastern, and Eastern regions due to a low-pressure system covering northern Vietnam and the southwest monsoon blanketing the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand. The public should prepare for sudden flash floods and flash flooding, especially in foothill areas and low-lying terrain near waterways. The northern Andaman Sea is expected to see waves around 2 meters high, with lower Andaman and upper Gulf of Thailand seeing 1-2 meter waves, and higher waves exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas. Fishermen are urged to navigate carefully and avoid thunderstorm zones. Separately, Typhoon Bavi is expected to pass through Taiwan and make landfall on China's east coast around July 11-12, 2027, with no impact on Thailand. Regional weather forecasts include heavy thunderstorms at 60% coverage in the North, 40% in the Northeast, 20% in the Central Region, 30% in the East, and 30-40% in the South, with temperatures ranging from 23-38°C and southwest winds at 10-35 km/h depending on location.

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National

Egypt Extends Hassan's Contract Through 2030

Egypt's football association extended coach Hossam Hassan's contract through 2030 after he led the team to the World Cup knockout round, their first tournament victory in the final stages.

Egypt Extends Hassan's Contract Through 2030
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The Egyptian Football Association has approved a contract extension for head coach Hossam Hassan through 2030 following an impressive World Cup performance. Hassan, who took over the national team in February 2024, had been without a contract since February 2026.

Despite this, Hassan led Egypt to their first victory in the final World Cup tournament, defeating New Zealand 3-1 in Group G's group stage and advancing to the first knockout round. The team was eliminated in the Round of 16 after a 2-3 loss to defending champions Argentina.

Based on this recent performance, the Egyptian Football Association announced the contract extension with the 59-year-old head coach. Hani Abu Rida, president of the Egyptian Football Association, announced that the association's board approved the contract extension for Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan and team director Ibrahim Hassan. Local media reports indicate that the new contract will remain in effect through 2030.

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National

Henderson Returns From Wrist Surgery After Victory Celebration Injury

Jordan Henderson underwent wrist surgery after falling from an advertising board while celebrating England's World Cup victory over Mexico, posting recovery photos and targeting a return for Saturday's quarterfinal against Norway.

Henderson Returns From Wrist Surgery After Victory Celebration Injury
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Jordan Henderson, England's veteran midfielder, posted photos following wrist surgery after sustaining an injury. The 36-year-old was hurt after England's narrow victory over Mexico in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 knockout match. He fell from an advertising board while celebrating with teammates and had to be stretchered off the pitch. Henderson has now revealed photos after completing his surgery and thanked his medical team. In his post, he stated: "Surgery is complete. Now let's prepare for the big game on Saturday. Thank you to everyone who looked after me so well at the Orthopedic Surgery and Ankle Institute in Kansas City, especially the three surgeons who operated on me: Dr. Kenneth Unruh, Dr. Mark Winston, and Dr. Kirk McCullough." England has advanced to the quarterfinals and will face Norway on July 12 at 04:00 AM.

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National

Norway Ready To Face England In World Cup Semifinal

Norway advances to the 2026 World Cup semifinal against England on July 11 after stunning Brazil 2-1 in the round of 16, reaching the semifinal for the first time in the nation's football history.

Norway Ready To Face England In World Cup Semifinal
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Norway captain Martin Ødegaard declared his team ready to face England in the 2026 World Cup semifinal on July 11, with the squad drawing confidence from their stunning victory over Brazil in the round of 16, where they defeated the five-time world champion 2-1 to reach the semifinal for the first time in Norwegian football history.

Acknowledging England's strength, Ødegaard said: "We certainly know their quality. I know them well. They have world-class players playing for one of the best national teams in the world right now. So it will be a big test for us. But I think it was the same when we faced Brazil. We were the underdogs then, and it turned out the way you saw. Anything can happen in football. So we'll try our best and see what we can do."

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Breaking

Prime Minister Inspects MRT Tunnel Water Leak, Fears Road Collapse Repeat

Prime Minister Anutin inspected an MRT tunnel water leak at Taksin Roundabout on July 9, citing lessons learned from a previous tunnel collapse near Vajira Hospital; authorities say the current situation remains manageable with no immediate

Prime Minister Inspects MRT Tunnel Water Leak, Fears Road Collapse Repeat
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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul led a site inspection at Taksin Roundabout on July 9 after water leaked into a sump beneath the southern purple line MRT tunnel throughout the day. The leakage began on July 8 following heavy rain. Deputy PM Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, Transport Minister Sirirot Angsakulkitti, and other senior officials accompanied him to assess the situation from an engineering perspective.

Anuthin stated the water volume inside the tunnel does not yet warrant road closure, as it remains manageable. He noted the structural condition at this location differs from the Vajira Hospital incident, where the tunnel collapsed and caused the roadway above to cave in. In the current case, authorities detected the leak early and are rapidly sealing it while monitoring water levels, which show no signs of rising. The State Railway has installed structural displacement sensors, and the situation remains normal under close watch, with inspections expected to conclude soon.

When asked if the urgent late-night response reflected concerns about repeating the Vajira Hospital disaster, Anutin confirmed that incident provided a painful lesson prompting today's preventive readiness. He emphasized public safety as paramount, noting all parties—the railway authority, consulting engineers, and contractors—confirmed they can control the situation and work swiftly to restore normalcy. Journalists humorously noted the prime minister had summoned several ministers to the site, to which Anutin replied he had informed them via a group chat that he was heading there.

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National

Mexico Names Rafael Márquez As New National Team Coach

Mexico appoints legendary defender Rafael Márquez as national team coach through the 2030 World Cup, replacing Javier Aguirre after the co-hosted tournament ended with a round-of-16 loss to England.

Mexico Names Rafael Márquez As New National Team Coach
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Mexico's football federation has appointed legendary defender Rafael Márquez as the new head coach under contract through the 2030 World Cup, replacing Javier Aguirre, who departed after the 2026 tournament concluded. At this World Cup, Mexico—co-hosting the tournament—reached the round of 16 before losing to England 3-2, marking the end of Aguirre's tenure. The 67-year-old coach's contract ended with the tournament. Márquez, 47, earned 147 caps for Mexico's national team and served as Aguirre's assistant during this World Cup. He previously coached Barcelona's reserve team from 2022-24. The appointment of Márquez as the new head coach aligns with Mexico's "Project 2030" strategy, which the Mexican football federation announced in 2024, positioning the former star player as Aguirre's designated heir.

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National

Justin Bieber Confirmed For 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show

Justin Bieber will headline the 2026 World Cup final halftime show at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, joining other major artists for the inaugural FIFA World Cup halftime performance on July 19.

Justin Bieber Confirmed For 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show
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Canadian pop star Justin Bieber has confirmed his participation as one of the headline performers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19. Several major artists have been linked to the performance, including Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Coldplay, with Bieber now officially joining the lineup. In a statement, Bieber expressed his enthusiasm: "I'm thrilled to be part of this halftime performance, and I'm even more grateful knowing it will help expand educational opportunities for children around the world." The show will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, an initiative dedicated to providing educational and soccer opportunities for children globally, with $1 from each ticket sold being donated to the fund. The 11-minute performance will be directed by Chris Martin of Coldplay and marks a historic first—the inaugural halftime show for a FIFA World Cup final.

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National

Portugal Eyes Jorge Jesus As New National Team Coach

Portugal is pursuing 71-year-old Jorge Jesus to replace Roberto Martinez as national team coach after elimination from World Cup 2026 qualifying. Jesus, who recently won the Saudi Pro League with Al Nassr, brings extensive experience managi

Portugal Eyes Jorge Jesus As New National Team Coach
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Portugal is reportedly targeting experienced coach Jorge Jesus as the new head coach to replace Roberto Martinez, who has stepped down. A Bola news agency reports that the Portuguese national team is eyeing the seasoned Spanish coach's replacement with Jorge Jesus. Portugal recently confirmed its separation from Martinez after the team's World Cup 2026 campaign ended in the round of 16 with a 0-1 defeat to Spain on July 6. Latest reports indicate that Pedro Poença, president of the Portuguese Football Federation, has already scheduled talks with Jesus. The 71-year-old coach is likely to be hired to take over from Martinez. Jesus has extensive experience managing top club sides across multiple countries, most recently leading Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr alongside Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, winning the Saudi Pro League title last season.

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National

Bruno Guimaraes Requests Transfer From Newcastle Amid Arsenal Interest

Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has requested a transfer from Newcastle United, with Arsenal reportedly interested in signing him for an estimated £60 million.

Bruno Guimaraes Requests Transfer From Newcastle Amid Arsenal Interest
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Bruno Guimaraes has formally requested a transfer from Newcastle United as Arsenal reportedly considers signing the midfielder. According to BBC News, the Brazilian midfielder for Newcastle United in the English Premier League has submitted his transfer request amid reports that rival club Arsenal is interested in acquiring him.

Arsenal had previously been linked with either Guimaraes or Sandro Tonali from Newcastle, but Tonali has already completed a move to Tottenham Hotspur. This suggests Arsenal may now focus entirely on Guimaraes. Arsenal appears to have held preliminary discussions with Guimaraes' representatives, and his minimum transfer fee is estimated at around £60 million. However, a key consideration for Arsenal is Guimaraes' age—he is already 28 years old.

Newcastle is reluctant to sell Guimaraes following the departures of standout players Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon. However, Guimaraes has his own ambitions for his future beyond his current club, leading him to request a transfer.

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