On July 22, 2025, at Nong Nooch Garden in Chon Buri, Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Chaiyawongse gave an interview regarding his plan to file a defamation suit against Yingluck Achananon, director of iLaw, who accused nine Palang Pracharath members of involvement in a Senate impeachment case, including Anutin's name. Anutin stressed that under the law, any accusation must be backed by clear evidence and the case is still in the judicial process with no formal filing yet.

Anutin said that whoever Yingluck is, she cannot simply name people in a judicial ruling and cause them harm. He questioned the credibility of the witnesses cited in her report, noting that while everyone has the right to speak, they must take responsibility for what they say. When asked whether Yingluck had political motives, Anutin said he does not know her intentions but suggested she may be disappointed and fearful that Palang Pracharath is doing well.

Regarding a potential lawsuit scope, Anutin said the decision rests with Suphachai Jaisamutr, the party's legal representative, who was tasked by the party to pursue the case. He noted that such disputes have happened before, but this time there would be no settlement or mercy plea. Anutin emphasized that Yingluck, as an influencer with followers, must think before speaking. On the Senate impeachment case itself, Anutin said he has no involvement and therefore no concern, adding that the case predates his appointment as prime minister and he was in opposition for three to four months with no power to influence it.

LONDON, United Kingdom — 22 July 2026, Thai ice cream brand Dream Cones has attracted the attention of attendees at Thai Festival London 2026 after showcasing its three-dimensional ice cream bars inspired by Thai identity, with each bar selling for around £5 (approximately 220 baht).

Dream Cones offered a variety of flavours, including mango, coconut and taro. Many festivalgoers shared photos and reviews on social media, saying the flavours were comparable to those served in Thailand, with the elephant-shaped ice cream receiving particular praise. Several visitors also commented that the ice creams were so beautifully crafted they were "afraid to eat them."

At the festival, the brand showcased its signature three-dimensional ice cream bars featuring designs inspired by Thai culture and identity. It also released promotional images of the products alongside iconic London landmarks, including Tower Bridge, highlighting Thai-made products on the international stage.

The buzz surrounding Dream Cones prompted many Thai netizens to express pride in seeing a homegrown brand gain recognition among international consumers. Many noted that although the ice cream was priced significantly higher than in Thailand, it demonstrated how Thai products could command premium prices overseas while enhancing the country's reputation for high-quality goods.

One social media user who attended Thai Festival London wrote: "It's genuinely delicious and tastes just like the ice cream in Thailand, especially the taro flavour. It's also so beautifully made that you don't want to eat it." The comment echoed many other reviews praising both the flavour and the artistic presentation of the products.

SCGD reported strong operational results for Q2 and the first half of 2026, accelerating business transformation and creating new business opportunities while paying an interim dividend of 0.155 baht per share. CEO Nampol Malichai disclosed that Q2 2026 recorded a loss of 282 million baht, down from a 227% decline year-on-year, while the six-month period showed a loss of 35 million baht or 108% decline. Excluding non-recurring expenses—mainly asset impairments and restructuring costs from plant consolidation in Thailand—overall performance for Q2 and H1 2026 was strong.

Q2 results included adjusted EBITDA of 805 million baht and adjusted profit attributable to shareholders of 268 million baht, while H1 achieved adjusted EBITDA of 1,566 million baht and adjusted shareholder profit of 500 million baht. The non-recurring expenses were largely one-time and non-cash items. Improved performance stemmed from growth in foreign revenue, particularly Vietnam, effective cost management to offset energy price volatility, and disciplined financial management, allowing the company to maintain profitability levels.

The company plans to accelerate growth through business expansion, regional network strengthening, and strategic partnerships for long-term development. The board approved an interim dividend of 0.155 baht per share totaling 256 million baht (60% payout ratio of adjusted net profit) payable on August 19, 2026, with a record date of August 5, 2026 and ex-dividend date of August 4, 2026.

At 10:00 a.m. on July 22, 2025, at Nong Nooch Tropical Garden in Chachoengsao Province, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul addressed approximately 1,200 local government officials, headmen, and community leaders. He pledged full government backing to crack down on scams, gambling dens, illegal entertainment venues, and drug trafficking networks. Anutin stated that officials cannot be considered true public servants if they tolerate lawbreaking, using a Thai expression to compare criminals operating in official jurisdictions to deliberately insulting government authority—something no one would accept.

The Prime Minister assured officials that taking firm action against criminals would not jeopardize their positions; instead, honest enforcement of duties would lead to promotion. He instructed all authorities to pursue lawbreakers "to the fullest extent" without fear of influence or intimidation, and to dismantle entire criminal networks, not just individual offenders. Anutin called for special vigilance against drug trafficking, cybercrime, and powerful individuals exploiting their influence. He also emphasized that combating drugs is a national priority and that all provinces must coordinate efforts to stop the trade, distribution, and spread of narcotics.

On July 22 at Parliament, Sopon Saramun, president of the House of Representatives, said the government has not yet signaled its readiness to open a special session to consider a 400-billion-baht borrowing decree, as the process must wait for the Constitutional Court to notify Parliament first. The House will then formally notify the Cabinet to request the convening of the special session. The timing is uncertain because next week is largely occupied by royal ceremonies, and consideration will be given the following week. A regular parliamentary session typically begins in mid-August, which is not far away, but the exact timing will depend on what is most convenient and practical. Some members have also reported personal travel commitments abroad. When asked whether a specific date has been discussed, Sopon clarified that it is not a matter of negotiation but rather waiting for the necessary documents; once they reach Parliament, the House must forward them to the Cabinet, whose decision on timing is a separate matter within the remaining window for opening the regular session.