The Internal Security Command Region 4 Headquarters urged the public on July 30 to disregard false claims circulating on social media alleging that police officers were being detained for investigation. The command clarified that such information is untrue and no such actions are occurring. Spreading or sharing false information without factual basis can mislead the public, sow confusion, and undermine confidence in officials' work, and may constitute illegal activity. Those who spread or relay false information may face legal consequences if their actions cause harm to individuals, organizations, or public order and peace.

Following recent incidents, military and police units have held joint meetings, coordinated information sharing, and integrated their operations closely according to standard procedures to gather facts, support investigations, and expedite case resolution through proper legal channels. This collaborative approach has been standard practice during major incidents. Officials from both agencies expressed regret over losses and remain committed to working together professionally based on mutual trust, respect, and continuous cooperation, with the shared goal of protecting public safety and security in the southern border provinces.

The command asked the public to exercise critical judgment and verify information through official state agencies or credible news sources before believing or sharing it, to prevent misunderstanding and reduce impact on officials' work. Military and police personnel reaffirmed their commitment to work together with unity, transparency, and adherence to the rule of law and public interest, pushing forward with full force to build confidence, safety, and lasting peace in the southern border region.

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On Wednesday, July 15, 2025, Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Phannawadee presided over the TO BE NUMBER ONE member assembly gathering for 2025 at Impact Forum, Impact Convention Center in Muang Thonburi, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province. She presented commemorative gifts and a royal portrait alongside executives from major agencies including the Ministries of Public Health, Interior, Labour, Justice, Education, Social Development and Human Security, Higher Education Science Research and Innovation, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, and the Office of the Narcotics Control Board. Royal awards were presented for outstanding TO BE NUMBER ONE Diamond Prototype projects from 2024—nine in total—and 13 awards for provincial governors and deputy governors with distinguished TO BE NUMBER ONE performance.

Public Health Minister Pattana Prompat stated that the annual TO BE NUMBER ONE member assembly aims to strengthen and sustain anti-drug and community initiatives at provincial, district, and Bangkok levels, while boosting morale among participants and partners. The gathering features nationwide competitions among provinces, districts, Bangkok zones, and community clubs, as well as creative activities showcasing members' talents and fostering knowledge exchange to improve drug prevention and rehabilitation efforts. This year's event ran from July 11–15, 2025, with 1,446 entries advancing to the national presentation stage. The TO BE NUMBER ONE network now spans 76 provinces and 50 Bangkok districts, with clubs and friendship centres established to provide creative platforms for members.

The team behind travel YouTuber Hulun Solo has revealed they last contacted him on July 10 before losing touch entirely. Patchravallai, 25, a subtitle translator for the channel, told Thai media on July 30 that the last exchange occurred when Hulun asked her to compile her June work and then transferred her payment on July 10. After that date, she could not reach him.

Patchravallai explained that she did not know Hulun was traveling to Georgia because he independently planned his trips, filmed them himself, and only sent footage for editing afterward. She admitted she had warned him repeatedly about safety during his early travels to remote destinations, but respected that it was his work. Normally, Hulun would go silent for no more than a week before checking in, or would inform her beforehand if he was traveling to areas without internet.

She described Hulun as a supportive boss and kind mentor who gave her a chance to learn despite having no prior subtitling experience. Team members were close due to their shared background in the Chulalongkorn University rural outreach program. Patchravallai expressed that Hulun was well-liked, funny, and deeply loved his family and his work, making his sudden disappearance and death in Georgia a devastating loss.

The Department of Rural Roads has sent staff to demolish a barrier and clear overgrown vegetation along a highway median in Pathum Thani after discovering hundreds of used condoms, lubricant gel, wet tissues, insect repellent, and women's undergarments scattered across the area. The site, located near the Department of Rural Roads' Ratchaphruek branch along Ratchaphruek Cut New-Kanchanapisek Road in Bang Dueao, Mueang District, Pathum Thani Province, had become notorious and drew widespread public criticism.

On July 30, 2569, Pariwat Rotnual, director of maintenance operations for Bangkok and its metropolitan areas, led more than 10 department staff with tractors to cut trees and clear dense vegetation covering the abandoned site in order to open up the landscape. Pariwat explained that the operation involved removing overgrown grass and cutting down trees that blocked views, as the area had become overgrown with dense vines and vegetation.

Following this cleanup, the department will allocate budget to construct fencing similar to that found along motorways to seal off access and prevent the area from being used as a gathering point for illicit activities in the future.

On Monday, July 20, 2026, Somdet Phra Wachirathitsajarn (Thongchai Sukyanon), a member of the Supreme Sangha Council and abbot of Wat Sarakhet Rajvora Mahaviharn, assigned Phra Maha Sakkidda Sunyanon to welcome and facilitate 904 royal-initiative volunteers from the Department of Science Service (DSS) under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MESRI). The volunteers participated in a development activity at the temple, led by Petchaman Tahjin, deputy director of the DSS, to express loyalty and gratitude to His Majesty, whose royal vision is to alleviate suffering, promote well-being, and encourage citizens to contribute to the common good.

Working together, the volunteers cleaned and improved the landscaping around the ordination hall, the bodhi tree plaza, and surrounding temple areas to create a clean, beautiful, and orderly environment for Buddhist devotees and visitors. This activity reflects the DSS's commitment to implementing royal principles in its operations, fostering public consciousness, promoting virtue and ethics, and building a society of sharing and sustainable development.

The project aimed to present merit in honor of His Majesty's birthday and to continue his vision of creating benefit and happiness for the nation and its people. Through this collective effort, the volunteers demonstrated their loyalty and commitment to upholding Buddhist teachings, preserving the sacred site, and serving the community.