The National Housing Authority (NHA) has launched the "Easy Purchase, Easy Payment" campaign under Social Development and Human Security Minister Nikorn Somklang's policy direction. The initiative covers 69 housing projects across Thailand, including 37 affordable housing projects, offering maximum price reductions of 20% along with credit and rent-to-own financing options. These measures aim to give low-income earners, seniors, people with disabilities, and vulnerable groups access to quality housing at fair prices.

On July 10, 2025, NHA Governor Thaveepong Wichaidit announced the agency has accelerated support measures through housing price reductions, special interest rates, and expanded financing and rent-to-own options to ensure all Thais can access housing equitably.

The campaign targets those rejected by commercial banks, allowing them to enter rent-to-own agreements directly with NHA. Standard projects feature tiered interest rates: years 1-3 at 2.5%, years 4-5 at 4.00%, years 6-10 at 5.75%, and years 11-40 at 6.70%. Selected projects offer special rates: year 1 at 0%, years 2-3 at 2.5%, years 4-5 at 4.00%, years 6-10 at 6.5%, and years 11-40 at 6.75%.

Borrowers can choose higher monthly payments to pay off loans faster. Credit bureau checks are waived for affordable housing, community housing, and social housing development projects. The campaign runs through September 30, 2025.

Current NHA renters can convert to rent-to-own contracts. Social housing projects require 1,000 baht deposits, while commercial projects require 5,000 baht. All participating units will be delivered in move-in condition or buyers can select a price discount for self-repairs under specified terms.

The campaign aims to increase housing access, reduce financial burdens, build housing security, improve living standards, and stimulate the real estate and national economy. For more information, contact NHA's Call Center at 1615 or visit www.nha.co.th.

Actress Pingky Savika Chaidet surprised everyone during an interview when she emotionally revealed that she is now single after a long relationship with senior actor Tuey Theerapat. Speaking at the "LADY BEE" film premiere at CentralWorld, she confirmed she has been single for several months, though she couldn't recall exactly how long.

When asked about the reasons for the breakup, Pingky said she doesn't know the exact cause herself. "I don't know why myself either. But I need to heal my heart and give myself time. I'm grateful for my work and friends who support me and help me smile again," she said with a trembling voice. She noted that her mood has improved and she has stopped listening to sad songs.

Regarding their past relationship, which many fans admired for its maturity, Pingky acknowledged it was normal and natural. "Life happens. People meet and part. It's ordinary—everyone goes through it. Nothing is permanent, and that's okay," she said.

When asked if they ended on good terms, she confirmed: "Yes, everyone is happy and I'm happy." However, she clarified they no longer communicate and she is not ready to open her heart to anyone new. "No, I'm focusing on loving myself first," she stated.

Regarding her emotional recovery, Pingky expressed that she has completely moved on. She reflected on the experience philosophically, saying every relationship in life teaches us something. "Our love was like a painting—I had to learn to be strong and hold onto my feelings, even if I don't need to speak about them. I'm okay now," she concluded.

Actor Got Ittipat Thanittha has withdrawn from a BL series project after facing heavy criticism from netizens over past statements where he said he wouldn't act in BL dramas anymore. Got clarified that he views all work as simply acting and hasn't gone back on his word.

The young actor is returning to television after a 2-3 year absence with an upcoming series called "Passenger on the Old Fire Lane," but controversy erupted shortly after the trailer was released. Netizens shared comments criticizing actors who act in BL dramas but are ashamed to tell others, or who claim they won't do BL work again.

At the Chuchai Influ Diamond Night party event at Hotel Muse, Got opened up about the drama. He explained that the production company initially approached him, and he accepted the role because he viewed it as work. He noted that fans had been asking on his TikTok livestream when he would return to acting.

Got said: "The company contacted me, and I thought of it as a job, so I accepted. It's not a major storyline. I thought, let's just chill with this. But after the pilot was released, I didn't look into all the details. I was confused and shocked by the drama that erupted. Friends and colleagues started reaching out to discuss the controversy. I thought about how to handle this since I'm already filming another series that's nearing completion.

"This project is a future one, and I felt uncomfortable. I wasn't sure if it would cause problems down the road because I don't want to cause trouble or disappointment for anyone. So I talked to the production company and decided to withdraw from the project."

When asked if this meant a complete withdrawal, Got confirmed: "Yes, completely. As I explained from the beginning, I took it as a job. But now the backlash is quite intense, and I don't feel comfortable with it."

Asked if he feared it would impact his current work, Got said: "Yes, especially considering my fellow cast members and other projects. Because this is long-term, I felt forcing myself forward wouldn't be beneficial. I also have respect for the production and the cast of my current work."

Regarding his character, Got explained he read the full synopsis and asked the production about his character's weight in the story. They said his role was just one element of the overall narrative—a point of change for the main character's journey.

Clarifying further, Got said: "I'm not playing a BL couple. There's no romantic pairing involved. It's just a regular series where I play one character."

On July 10, 2026, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amorn Pimanmas, Chief Structural Engineer of Thailand and advisor to the Parliamentary Transportation Committee, inspected water infiltration into the Purple Line subway tunnel construction site between Saothon and Ratchadamnoen stations near the Lumpini roundabout.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amorn revealed he visited two locations. The first was a building with confirmed cracks near the construction pit. Underground railway construction requires building a pit at the tunnel's lowest point to collect and pump out water. Standard site protocols involve soil improvement through chemical and cement injection to harden the soil and prevent water seepage. However, it remains unclear whether soil treatment adequately covered the affected area, as construction reportedly finished.

Current measures include additional cement reinforcement to harden the soil and reduce water infiltration into the tunnel. "Water entering isn't our main concern—soil infiltration is," Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amorn stated. "Soil entering causes road collapse and damages structures. Many nearby buildings are old and decades-old, making them vulnerable to subsidence."

The Structural Engineers Association measured the building on July 9, establishing a baseline reference. Measurements will resume on July 11 to track daily settlement rates, which indicate whether pressure-relief measures—including deep wells to pump water and reduce pressure—are working effectively.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amorn urged preparing contingency plans if current measures fail. Alternative approaches include injecting pressurized water on both sides to counteract soil and sand movement into the lowest point.

He also recommended monitoring water inflow rate against pumping capacity, and daily road settlement measurements at multiple intervals. While additional settling is expected during underground repairs, the riskiest zone is the pit area, where surrounding points face maximum danger as water and soil are drawn inward.

He cautioned against public panic, distinguishing this from the Vajira Hospital sinkhole case, where the tunnel connected to a station with numerous openings allowing soil flow. Here, the lowest tunnel point with a pit below carries lower soil volume risk due to soil hardening treatment. "Let's await the structural measurements," Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amorn concluded.

Amid economic slowdown affecting household spending, CJ MORE reaffirms its commitment as a community retailer offering completeness, affordability, and value. The retailer is rolling out continuous buy-one-get-one promotions every week for four months from June to September 2026 to genuinely help reduce household expenses.

The campaign highlights over 500 products covering all store categories, including beverages, snacks, rice, seasonings, ready-to-eat food, laundry and cleaning supplies, cosmetics, household items, and other consumer goods tailored to meet the needs of every family member.

The buy-one-get-one festival is available at CJ MORE stores nationwide every Friday and Saturday, expanding to full seven-day promotions during the final week of each month. This allows consumers to plan their shopping continuously, conveniently access great value every time they visit. Follow product details and promotions on Facebook CJ MORE, TikTok @CJMORETH, and LINE Official Account @CJMORE.

Singer Sukanya Migael has publicly voiced her support for comedian Noes Udom Thaepanit, calling him a healer and urging online critics to stop attacking him. Sukanya shared a touching memory on Facebook about when she once wanted to see Noes' solo performance but couldn't afford a ticket after her divorce. When she called his team asking for discounted seating, Noes himself called her back, personally arranging free entry to his show—a gesture that deeply moved her.

Sukanya explained that Noes' performances had been her emotional medicine through some of life's darkest chapters: her divorce, separation from her children, and unemployment. She stressed that his work and voice sustained her until today. Though they weren't close friends, they occasionally encountered each other at Old Leng RCA, but his kindness toward everyone was unmistakable. The "Diao 11" team was assigned to escort her to the free show—a gift she will never forget.

Addressing the current online backlash, Sukanya criticized those attacking Noes, saying they lack understanding of the entertainment profession and harbor jealousy disguised as judgment. She defended his craft, noting that charging ticket prices and using comedy to earn a living is legitimate and far better than the fraud he's supposedly endured countless times. Her message to detractors was firm: "If you don't love him, don't like him—just don't attack him, don't humiliate him, don't destroy him." She closed by noting they share the same birthday, September 1st, and offered him her solidarity against the onslaught.