Deputy National Police Chief Pol. Gen. Samran Nualma and Metropolitan Police Investigation Division have launched Operation "Scale of the Dragon" to dismantle the Por Tip gang's false birth certificate scheme for foreigners. The court issued 40 arrest warrants and 42 search warrants. Suspects include one district official and one hospital employee who allegedly sold birth certificate packages for approximately 90,000 baht per child. The investigation expanded from the April 2567 arrest of Chinese national Chen Yinlai, a scammer operating money laundering activities through Thailand with transactions exceeding 70 billion baht.

On July 10, 2569, at Bang Yai Police Station, investigators brought suspects for fingerprinting, including Siriporn (registrar official), Ngon Ajad (Por Tip), and Prajuab (Por Tip), a company nominee director of China Railway, along with Sunee, a private hospital medical records officer. All face charges of misconduct and false birth certificate registration.

When questioned, Siriporn appeared stressed and refused to comment. Investigators detained 19 total suspects: 10 Por Tip gang members, 7 Chinese women, and two female officials.

Ngon Ajad's daughter reported that approximately 10 years ago, her father married a new Thai wife who worked in Sampeng and introduced him to Li Yan, a Chinese woman. He was asked to sign marriage documents without understanding the reason. When questioned, Ngon Ajad claimed he didn't know his wife had arranged him to sign recognition documents for her children, and he received only 2,000 baht for signing. He stated Li Yan was not pregnant at that time and only became pregnant years later. He confirmed signing birth certificate recognition for two of Li Yan's children and denied receiving payment, claiming he helped because Li Yan was a friend of his girlfriend and wanted to reside in Thailand.

On July 10, officers from Lang Suan Police Station, along with anti-human trafficking and labor officials from Chumphon Province, conducted an inspection of a durian farm in Wang Tako Subdistrict, Lang Suan District, Chumphon Province. The raid resulted in the arrests of two Chinese nationals: Shu Liang, 46, and Lin Huoyong, 47, who were managing operations at the facility. Both men failed to produce work permits when questioned and were arrested for working without authorization. Officers also charged two Myanmar nationals—a 32-year-old woman without legal registration status and Shwe Kyi, 32—for working without permits. During the search, authorities discovered an unregistered .38 caliber revolver in the possession of one of the Chinese suspects, along with ammunition. No registration documents or firearms permit could be found.

The Internal Trade Department is advancing its fuel dispenser oversight standards by awarding a gold-level "Fuel Dispenser Verified" certification badge to gas stations that meet its rigorous criteria. According to department director Wittayakorn Maninet, the program aims to assure the public that they receive the correct amount of fuel fairly and accurately. The department is pushing all nationwide gas stations to upgrade toward earning the gold badge.

Today, the department presented gold-level certifications to Bangchak service stations and PTT service stations on Vibhavadi-Rangsit Road. The Internal Trade Department prioritizes consumer protection and service standard development across all fuel retailers, ensuring customers receive the precise amount of fuel they purchase every time.

The gold badge represents the program's highest tier, awarded to stations that consistently meet all criteria for two consecutive years. Certified stations must conduct regular fuel pump testing, maintain calibrated 5-liter measuring tanks updated on schedule, and employ staff trained by the Internal Trade Department in fuel testing. This demonstrates the station's capacity for self-monitoring alongside official inspections.

Currently, 12 oil trading companies participate in the program, including PTT Oil and Retail, Bangchak Corporation, Shell Thailand, and Susco. Of Thailand's 8,234 major brand fuel stations, 7,068 have enrolled in the program, representing 85.84 percent and 91.72 percent of the 2569 target. These consist of 2,091 stations with blue badges, 4,551 with silver badges, and 426 with gold badges. The department aims to increase gold-certified stations to approximately 700 by year-end 2569.

On July 10, a social media user shared the story of a Grade 9 student from a southern Thailand school who was hit on the head with a ping pong paddle during class, later requiring surgery for bleeding above and below the brain membrane combined with brain swelling. This sparked criticism about school safety measures.

The victim's sister told news outlets that the incident occurred around 10:00 a.m. on June 30 during an elective ping pong class. After some joking with the classmate, the other student struck the victim's head with a paddle, causing serious injury. A teacher took the victim to a health clinic and called the family around 11:00 a.m., reporting only a sports accident with a split wound on the head and bleeding. Health workers applied ice and sent him back to school, where he returned to afternoon classes as he seemed fine at the time.

However, the medical record merely stated "sports accident," raising the family's suspicion that the teacher had not fully explained the severity to health staff, potentially leading to underestimation of the injury and inadequate initial treatment.

The family later took him to a hospital where doctors discovered bleeding above and below the brain membrane, brain swelling, and a scraped wound on the right forehead. He underwent surgery. Though his condition is now stable and he can walk, speak, and smile more, the family worries about long-term brain effects.

The family has filed an assault complaint with local police, with further questioning scheduled for July 11. The school acknowledged the surgery was needed and scheduled a meeting with parents for July 14 to discuss findings and next steps. School administrators and teachers visited the hospital one day after the incident and gave 2,000 baht, but the family felt the support was insufficient.

The accused student's family visited on July 4, apologized, and promised to return July 6 but never came, with no further contact or financial assistance. The victim's family bears all medical costs themselves as the school's accident insurance cannot be claimed—this is classified as assault, not a typical accident. The family also worries about long-term brain-related treatment needs.

Star Hunter Entertainment has officially launched 'Time Zone: Dangerous Love Zone The Series,' transporting viewers back to the 1990s while bridging Gen X and Gen Z through a tale of opposite-pole romance. After stepping away from school-themed series for over a decade, the project marks a significant return for the company. The blessing ceremony and production prep have already been completed at Canvas Studio by Charcoal Design on Ladphrao 71.

Company Chairman O Yachon Kannarunn, CEO First Chanan Lapanonrunrung, and Director Mi Phuwadol Naowsopa discussed what makes the project special: it connects 1990s nostalgia with contemporary teenage romance, exploring a relationship between a student president and a mischievous back-of-the-class troublemaker—complete with romance, drama, and comedy. Matoom Tetchin Ploychaipon expressed enthusiasm about taking on a new role as school director, with DJ Tanhaum adding color to the cast.

When asked about the project's origins, Chairman O explained: 'Star Hunter has always been about series and films, offering complete entertainment. But we haven't made short-form BL series in a long time—not since Love Sick, over 10 years ago. Many people miss that Love Sick or Ruk Raeng Siam atmosphere from the 1990s when we were young. Time Zone will be special because it connects the 1990s past with the present, blending nostalgia with current teen experiences across all 10 episodes.'

CEO First described how the story bridges generations: 'This comes from our direct experience between Gen X and Gen Z. The plot has a nostalgic, romantic atmosphere, but the main setting is contemporary. The real charm is watching these polar-opposite characters meet—a student president and a delinquent—each with their own secrets that unfold throughout the series. Viewers will wonder how they could possibly fall in love.'

Director Mi shared insights on casting: 'We bought the novel two to three years ago but waited for the right casting. When Paya (Pipisarn Wuttiwat) and Amas (Amas Phiwphum) came on board, we knew they perfectly embodied their characters and are genuinely Gen Z. We're exploring the generation gap—like what happens when parents' courtship tactics are used in modern dating. There will be plenty of such hooks throughout the story.' On directing newcomers, Mi added: 'Though they're fresh faces, they're dedicated and hardworking, even sending homework assignments at 2-3 AM. I believe they have bright futures ahead, each with distinct personalities.'

On July 10, 2025, Priset Vichasin, a Pheu Thai list MP, gave an interview at Thammasat University after the Constitutional Court ruled 9-0 that the first 200 billion baht tranche complies with the Constitution for Middle East crisis relief, and 7-2 that the second 200 billion baht for energy transition is constitutional. He emphasized that the Constitution explicitly requires Parliament to convene an extraordinary session promptly once the court issues its ruling.

Vichasin stated he had conveyed this position to the deputy prime minister on July 9, understanding that the government is currently discussing when to schedule the meeting. He believes the government agrees that an extraordinary session is necessary to consider the 400 billion baht loan decree.

Vichasin further suggested that if an extraordinary session is called, the Clean Air Act bill should be included on the agenda simultaneously. The Senate spent four consecutive days this week deliberating the bill before passing it through the Senate with substantial amendments. "Therefore, if we bring this matter back for parliamentary consideration alongside the loan bill, should the House disagree with the Senate's amendments, we can immediately establish a joint House-Senate committee to work during the recess period without waiting until late August," Vichasin said.