The Royal Thai Police spokesperson awarded the "Spokesman's Thumbs Up" commendation to officers at Phra Tueam Chulalong Police Station for their life-saving operation on June 30, 2025. Deputy National Police Spokesman Trairong Phiwphan announced that he visited Phra Tueam Chulalong Police Station in Pathum Thani province to boost morale and communicate the directives of Police Commissioner Kittiratt Panpetch and Deputy Commissioner Ithiphol Ajchariyapradit to all personnel at the station.

The commendation was presented to Sub-Lieutenant Punthat Treekorn of the Prevention and Suppression Division for his exceptional handling of a critical situation involving a man who had climbed onto the edge of a pedestrian bridge in an apparent suicide attempt. Punthat methodically closed off the bridge and positioned officers on both sides. While one team engaged the man's attention from below, Punthat carefully crawled toward him undetected. When the moment was right, he swiftly moved in and safely pulled the man down.

The police spokesman praised Punthat and all officers at Phra Tueam Chulalong Police Station for their exemplary performance, demonstrating the courage, quick thinking, and true spirit of protectors of public peace that define professional policing.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the legendary former striker now working as a Fox Sports commentator, has singled out Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman as solely responsible for the team's 2026 World Cup elimination after losing to Morocco on penalties in the round of 32.

Zlatan said, "This defeat is entirely Koeman's fault. I couldn't recognize this Netherlands team at all. The playing style is no longer the identity of the Netherlands, and that deeply disappointed me."

"I was always taught that it's attack, attack, and attack—that's the Dutch identity. Today Koeman looks like an Italian coach focused only on not losing. But normally, Netherlands plays to win. Even if they lose, they should play with their own distinctive style."

"This isn't the Netherlands I know. Looking at how they played, you could see the players themselves felt uncomfortable. Ball possession is gone. The attacking game is gone. The overall performance looked poor. And all of that is entirely Koeman's responsibility."

On June 30, 2025, at Khao Mai Daeng Temple in Si Racha District, Chachoengsao Province, crowds of devotees continuously paid respects to the "Kumarn Khong" golden child statue to seek blessings and lottery luck for the July 1 draw.

The "Kumarn Khong" is a renowned golden statue at Khao Mai Daeng Temple, created in 2020 by Abbot Luang Pho Sanga. Sculpted by artist Sang Mongkhon and standing 16 inches wide, the statue is believed by locals to possess sacred power, bringing good fortune and fulfilling wishes. Devotees traditionally offer snacks, toys, and beer in gratitude when their wishes come true.

Today, a 40-year-old devotee named Somchai brought snacks, beer, and various toys to pay respects and seek lottery numbers from the statue. After lighting incense and making his request, the numbers 834 appeared on the incense stick, which he decided to play for this draw according to his personal belief.

The atmosphere was bustling with many people continuing to arrive seeking blessings and lucky numbers. The shrine area was filled with toys and beer offerings, reflecting the widespread belief that "Kumarn Khong" brings luck nearly every draw. The statue reportedly provides not only Thai lottery numbers but also neighboring country lottery numbers daily. Items the statue favors include all brands of Thai and foreign beer, as well as toys brought daily by devoted believers.

Pond and Phuwin express excitement and gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans after all three shows of their POND PHUWIN Space Soul-dyssey CONCERT sold out quickly. Both actors confirmed they aim to deliver the best possible concert experience and shared that filming for the special series "Khun Theer Has Woken Up, Luk Peach" is nearly complete, though they admitted feeling pressure about the production. Pond also revealed an impressive moment meeting NCT's Jaehyun, praising him as kind and warm—citing him as a long-time inspiration for his work. The actors discussed their packed schedule, noting they're managing multiple projects simultaneously while working with a reliable team and expressing joy at connecting with fans through various projects including concert live-streams.

Deputy Transport Minister Patthrapongse Pattapresoet revealed that he has been tasked by Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn to monitor the case of a Thai airline crew member arrested by Australian authorities after drugs were discovered hidden in luggage brought into the country. He has requested the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) to coordinate with all relevant agencies to strengthen preventive measures and prevent recurrence.

According to preliminary information, the crew member was on duty for a flight from Thailand to Melbourne on June 25 when Australian officials conducted an inspection and discovered fabric bags brought from Thailand containing concealed narcotics. The crew member is now in custody pending trial in Australian court.

Patthrapongse stated that under international safety standards, all crew members must undergo the same screening as regular passengers. While Thai airports have expedited procedures for crew clearance, they must still pass personal and baggage inspections according to international standards. Airport security primarily focuses on detecting dangerous objects, weapons, and explosives that could threaten aircraft safety, with staff trained to international standards and subject to regular CAAT inspections.

Regarding smuggling of illegal items such as drugs, animals, plants, and prohibited goods, airports coordinate with customs and anti-narcotics agencies to share information and conduct additional inspections. The system has consistently detected violations, though they may not receive significant media attention.

Patthrapongse noted that while the crew member passed screening at the departure airport, most security checks focus on flight safety hazards. The skillful concealment of the narcotics allowed it to pass undetected, whereas Australian officials specifically screen for smuggled drugs and illegal items, enabling them to discover the contraband.

To prevent similar incidents, Patthrapongse said he has coordinated with Lt. Gen. Marnot Chuanprayoon, Director of CAAT, to convene meetings with Thai Airways, customs, and anti-narcotics agencies to establish additional measures. These include stricter crew regulations on accepting or carrying items, enhanced inter-agency information sharing, and improved intelligence coordination to detect risks efficiently, while maintaining passenger service standards without unnecessary disruption.

Thai Life Insurance Public Company Limited, partnering with Matichon Academy, is launching the fourth year of its "Thai Life Insurance: Creating Opportunities, Building Careers" program, expanding training to 10 provinces nationwide while leveraging local raw materials to create jobs and income for communities through a Creating Shared Value (CSV) approach.

Thitima Liang Phanichai, Director of Corporate Communications and Sustainability, stated that Thai Life Insurance believes sustainable social development must start with creating opportunities and strengthening people's ability to become self-reliant. The company aims to promote vocational skills alongside financial education to help participants generate income and build long-term security for themselves and their families.

Over the past three years, the program has conducted training at 27 locations nationwide, reaching over 2,000 participants. In 2025, Thai Life Insurance will expand to an additional 10 provinces: Sisaket, Maha Sarakham, Roi Et, Phetchabun, Chai Nat, Kanchanaburi, Suphan Buri, Chumphon, Lampang, and Bangkok. The company will continue its second-year collaboration with APCD (Asia and Pacific Centre for Disability, Rehabilitation and Development) to provide vocational skills training to people with disabilities and vulnerable groups that can directly lead to employment and income generation.

Thitima further noted that expanding training areas this year reflects Thai Life Insurance's commitment to extending career opportunities deeper into communities, especially in areas where there is demand for skills development to increase income-earning potential and improve quality of life sustainably.

The program also prioritizes developing local identity and raw materials into career-building menus to add value to agricultural products and generate local income. Examples include transforming SrisakeT and Roi Et's fragrant rice jasmine 105 into "fragrant jasmine rice tea," and turning Maha Sarakham's sugarcane and butterfly pea flowers into "sugarcane juice with fresh butterfly pea milk" beverages to create opportunities, add value to local products, promote job creation, and drive grassroots economic growth.