Rajamangala University of Technology Isan (RMUTI) demonstrated the 'Smart Silk' innovation project, which aims to elevate Thai silk production and boost farmer incomes more than twofold through grassroots economic development aligned with the 'Silver Economy' initiative. The showcase took place on June 29, 2025, at the Queen Sirikit Sericulture Center in Nakhon Ratchasima province, attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Higher Education Minister Yasachai Wongsawadi and Deputy Agriculture Minister Vatchraphon Khaokham.

The Sericulture Department collaborated with RMUTI to support farmers in Nakhon Ratchasima. RMUTI President Associate Professor Khosit Sripuddha welcomed the delegation and presented six major innovations:

1. Mobile Mesh Silkworm Rearing Beds: Reduced rearing time to 18 days, decreased mortality rates by 76.08%, and reduced physical fatigue for farmers. 2. High-Efficiency Silk Reeling Machine: Upgraded silk grades from B to A, increasing income per cycle by over 2,460 baht. 3. Silk Bleaching and Dyeing Equipment: Substituted electricity for gas, reducing energy costs by 78.35%. 4. Silk Twist Machine: Enhanced silk strength and elasticity, increasing production income by 90.41% per cycle. 5. Silk Defect Detection Machine: Improved accuracy and reduced silk waste in weaving by 93.78%. 6. Silk Thread Measurement Machine: Reduced production losses by 48.14% per cloth while improving silk length precision.

In 2024, RMUTI delivered over 103 machinery sets to farmers, directly benefiting 890 people and increasing average monthly farmer income from 5,500 baht to 12,900 baht, creating over 137 million baht in annual economic circulation.

Social media is divided! An American mother decided to travel solo to the Turks and Caicos Islands after her 21-year-old daughter forgot her passport at her apartment, intending to teach her about responsibility. However, the decision sparked fierce debate online about whether it was overly harsh.

The woman's post went viral and divided netizens between those who see it as teaching the child responsibility and those who view it as an overly cruel decision.

Cheryl Maguire explained that the trip was a special moment she and her daughter had planned for a long time. They intended to return to a resort where she had taken her daughter when she was just one year old and recreate photos as a nostalgic memory. However, shortly before departure, her daughter—who lives in New York—discovered she had left her passport at her apartment while the flight was departing from Boston, leaving no time to retrieve it.

If they both canceled the trip, they would lose thousands of dollars in non-refundable airfare and hotel costs. Ultimately, Maguire decided to continue alone. She admitted to Business Insider that while she felt guilty leaving her daughter behind, she had been looking forward to the trip and wanted to revisit those old memories, even if she had to go alone.

Maguire explained that she didn't want to punish her daughter but wanted her to learn about the importance of taking responsibility for essential documents, especially a passport. She revealed that her daughter has been forgetful since childhood and she had previously written about this in The New York Times, citing expert advice that suggested helping a child build better habits and prevent mistakes rather than allowing the same problems to recur.

She also acknowledged that her daughter has improved significantly over the years, even studied in Rome, and understands how important a passport is. For this trip, she only warned her daughter once to prepare her documents, later admitting that a bit more warning might have prevented this situation.

After the story was published, social media platforms including TikTok, Facebook, and X erupted with reactions. Many agreed with her decision, viewing her 21-year-old daughter as an adult who should be responsible for her own mistakes. The mother shouldn't have to cancel an expensive trip because of her daughter's carelessness, with people emphasizing that "everyone must be accountable for their own actions."

However, others argued that the purpose of traveling together is to spend time as a family, so Maguire should have stood by her daughter and helped find a solution rather than letting her face the problem alone. They questioned whether "the lesson about responsibility is worth it" if it comes at the cost of the family choosing their own happiness over being there for each other during a time of mistake.

Lawyer Aun has filed a counterclaim against Supachai Jaisamut, the legal advisor of the Bhumjaithai Party, for filing false charges and making false statements, after a criminal court dismissed defamation charges related to the Khao Krachong land issue. A hearing on the merits of the case is scheduled for September 7, 2025.

On June 29, 2025, at the Criminal Court on Ratchadaphisek Road, Pattaraphong Suphaksa, known as Lawyer Aun from Buriram, filed a counterclaim against Supachai for the charges of filing false accusations and making false statements in court.

Pattaraphong explained that he filed the counterclaim in response to Supachai's original lawsuit against him for defamation. The original matter stemmed from the former Pheu Thai government's policy to revoke land titles at Khao Krachong totaling 5,083 rai. A legal team representing residents held a press conference where villagers and government agencies from Buriram province confirmed that the policy could not be implemented.

Pattaraphong stated that he raised questions about this matter and created video clips. He also filed a complaint with the DSI (Department of Special Investigation) and publicly challenged Supachai to bring evidence to the discussion for the benefit of the public. This prompted Supachai to file the defamation case against him at the Criminal Court on Ratchadaphisek Road.

Pattaraphong further stated that Supachai's defamation case involved false statements on key points, which Pattaraphong considered legally unfounded. The court ultimately dismissed the case at the preliminary hearing stage beginning in early 2025. Therefore, Pattaraphong filed a counterclaim against Supachai for filing false charges and making false statements.

The evidence submitted to the court today includes the original complaint, the statement of false allegations, and key excerpts from the court's dismissal order.

The Criminal Court registered the case under number Tha. 1826/2569 and scheduled a preliminary hearing on September 7, 2025, at 9:00 AM.

COCOLOVE, a premium 100% pure coconut water drink, is creating a major phenomenon at the THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 trade fair at the Challenger 1-2 Building in Impact Muang Thong Thani, generating enthusiastic responses from both Thai and international traders. The brand is affirming Thailand's potential as a 'soft power' in the health beverage sector, which is experiencing significant growth in global markets. Led by Professor Ajchara Janchay and including executives Dr. Naratip Aramwattananun, Benjarat Phokha, Achiwin Rojanachaichangnin, and the management team of Unicorn Consumer Group Limited, the company is promoting the vision of bringing Thai coconut water to international markets, emphasizing its key selling points: 100% pure coconut water with no added sugar and no preservatives.

At THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026, COCOLOVE's booth has become one of the most sought-after landmarks, designed with a clean white aesthetic that reflects premium image, cleanliness, and international standards. The booth effectively communicates the brand's value through the campaign "Love yourself, drink for your health," resonating with modern consumers' health consciousness and self-care mindset, attracting continuous foot traffic from both Thai and foreign visitors.

Achiwin Rojanachaichangnin, Managing Director, revealed that the company invested more in booth design and construction than in previous years to elevate brand experience and create lasting impressions in international markets. The response has exceeded expectations, with numerous business deals closed following product tastings and brand experience exposure. International partners have expressed confidence in the product's quality and the brand's image.

The key strengths driving COCOLOVE's outstanding reception include distinctive product design with premium production standards, and the unique taste of Thai coconut water—featuring natural freshness, natural sweetness, and easy drinkability without added ingredients. This appeals to both Thai and foreign consumers seeking quality assurance and aligns with the global health-conscious trend. Many international traders acknowledged that Thai coconut water differs from coconut water in other countries, offering a fragrant, fresh, and genuinely natural taste. It has earned recognition as a hydration drink gaining popularity worldwide amid growing consumer interest in health and reduced sugar consumption.

Beyond THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026's success, COCOLOVE continues expanding into foreign markets. The brand recently received positive response at the Thai Food Festival 2026 in Tokyo, Japan, where products sold out rapidly, reflecting the potential of Thai premium health beverage products in the market.

Investigators from Bo Phut Police Station have arrested a man named Jatupol, alias "Boy," on charges of premeditated murder, illegal firearm possession, carrying weapons in public without justification, and discharging firearms in an urban area. According to the investigation, Boy was part of the group at the scene and knocked on the taxi window to signal the driver to stop before the attack erupted.

The victim, Mr. Firth, was driving a taxi carrying foreign tourists through an alley around 1:25 a.m. on May 24 when he encountered the group blocking his vehicle and opening the door. During the ensuing melee, Firth defended himself with a knife, wounding one assailant. That injured man then retrieved a firearm from another group member and fired six shots at Firth, killing him before the attackers fled.

Police recovered a black pickup truck used in the escape near Khao Pom and have arrested one additional suspect. Authorities are pursuing warrants for seven remaining suspects and are checking ports and escape routes across the island.

According to sources, tensions originated when Firth's in-laws moved into the same neighborhood as another taxi driver's family, Mr. C. Both families worked as taxi drivers from the same parking queue. The relationship deteriorated when Firth's father-in-law hired young women at local bars to solicit customers for his taxi service, angering the rival family who viewed it as customer poaching. The conflict escalated through social media insults and confrontations despite mediation attempts. Before the fatal encounter, Firth had repeatedly driven to the taxi stand to curse, rev his engine, and challenge Mr. B, the parking area manager, fueling the rival group's resentment.

MP Thana Kijpaiboolchai of Sisaket, representing the Pheu Thai Party, posted on his personal Facebook on May 27, 2025, recalling the memorandum of understanding between the People's Party and Pheu Thai Party regarding the Prime Minister selection made on September 3, 2023, when the People's Party voted for Anutin Charnvirakul as Prime Minister. He outlined the three conditions: 1) dissolving parliament within four months (December 12, 2023), 2) holding a referendum to draft a new constitution (February 8, 2024), and 3) appointing Anutin's cabinet without the People's Party joining the government (September 19, 2023). Recalling the MOU terms, Thana challenged critics to identify where Pheu Thai violated the agreement, asserting that the party fulfilled all conditions completely.