Police have made progress in the case of Ms. A (alias) who brought her 14-year-old daughter to file a report with Paveena Hongskul Foundation after witnessing her stepdaughter being sexually abused by her stepfather. When confronted about his actions, the stepfather admitted to the crime coldly, then drew a knife and stabbed Ms. A in the chest, leaving a wound. He then forced himself on her while recording video, after which both mother and daughter fled and filed a report at Lad Phrao Police Station on July 2.

Subsequently, Ms. A took her daughter to hide in various hotels, but the stepfather continued to pursue and threaten them relentlessly. They eventually decided to seek assistance from Paveena Hongskul. Paveena Hongskul provided shelter for the mother and daughter at the foundation's safe house and coordinated with police officials including Col. Kampanart Arunkeeri, commander of Investigation Bureau 4, and other officers from Lad Phrao Station.

Pavenna Hongskul arranged for the mother and daughter to stay at the foundation's safe house while coordinating with police investigators to interview the mother and conduct a multidisciplinary child assessment. Both were directed to undergo physical examinations at the Police Hospital.

Police issued an arrest warrant and apprehended the stepfather today at 11:00 a.m. The suspect confessed to all charges. Police opposed bail release at both the investigation and court levels and prepared to remand him in custody for a court hearing on July 18. Given the severity of the charges—sexual abuse of a minor stepdaughter over six years starting from age 8, combined with threatening and intimidating behavior—authorities are concerned he may flee and interfere with witnesses, posing serious danger to the victim.

On July 16 at 17:58, His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen granted an audience to Surasak Phancharoenwakul, Minister of Tourism and Sports, who led a delegation from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports and Thailand Sports Authority to present a prestigious sports award to Her Majesty the Queen in recognition of National Sports Day 2568. The award honored the Queen's exceptional leadership in guiding Thailand's national sailing team to win a gold medal in the Keelboat SSL47 competition at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in 2568, as well as achieving first runner-up in the IRC Zero sailing class under Team Vayu at the 37th Phuket Kings Cup Regatta, an international sailing competition held at Kata Beach in Mueang Phuket District, Phuket Province. The Queen serves as an exemplary role model for athletes worthy of recognition and possesses a deep passion for sports.

On July 16, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Interior Minister met with Permanent Secretary of Interior Arthit Samphantharat, Permanent Secretary of Commerce Wuthijai Leewirapan, and Deputy National Police Commander Samran Nualmaew at Government House to accelerate prosecution and coordinate inter-agency action. The focus includes corruption cases in local civil service recruitment exams, land encroachment by business tycoons and influential figures, and violations involving Thai nationals serving as nominees holding shares or conducting business on behalf of foreign nationals in breach of law. The meeting took place before the Prime Minister's official visit to the People's Republic of China between July 16-20.

Gulf Development Company Limited (GULF), represented by Sitthamon Ratnavadee, Strategic Planning Director, received a commendation plaque from Tetch Bunnag, Secretary-General of the Thai Red Cross Society, honoring GULF's role as a donor and supporter of the Ramathibodi Center for Cleft Lip, Palate and Craniofacial Deformities at Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society. The presentation took place during the "Four Decades of Excellence: International Standards Toward Sustainability" event held on July 13, 2025, at Ratanawitthayapattana Building, Chulalongkorn Hospital.

"GULF is proud to be part of supporting the Ramathibodi Center to improve the quality of life for youth with facial and craniofacial abnormalities," Sitthamon stated. "The center plays a vital role in caring for patients holistically—physically, mentally, emotionally, educationally, and socially—so they can live confidently and reach their full potential. We are delighted that our decade-long support has created better opportunities and futures for patients and families while contributing to Thai society and the public health system."

GULF invited the public to donate and receive commemorative merchandise from the "Empowering Me" charity campaign, with all proceeds supporting the center's operations. This reflects GULF's commitment to conducting infrastructure business while improving quality of life for Thai people, especially the disadvantaged, ensuring equitable access to comprehensive health services.

For the center's 40th anniversary, GULF showcased 10 symbolic paintings titled "Empowering Me—A Power of Identity Beyond Appearances: This Is Me, Beautiful As I Am," created by university students nationwide. These artworks convey the dreams, resilience, and true identities of individuals with facial differences, fostering societal understanding and acceptance of diversity.

GULF and Chulalongkorn Hospital set up booths offering commemorative merchandise inspired by the "Empowering Me" concept, including acrylic keychains, canvas shoulder bags, and blankets. Donations can be made through Thai Red Cross channels, including www.iredcross.org, with tax deductions available at double rate. All proceeds go directly to the center's operations without administrative deductions, supporting patient care, treatment, rehabilitation, and sustainable quality-of-life improvements.

Over the past decade, GULF has supported the center through multiple initiatives: donating approximately 10 million baht to cover treatment and transportation expenses; providing educational scholarships exceeding 20 million baht under the "One Fund, One Dream, Shape the Future" program, enabling over 500 youth to pursue higher education with at least 3 completing bachelor's degrees; and organizing the "Empowering Me" art exhibition to celebrate patient resilience and identity.

Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin announced on July 16 that Thailand has just 10 days left before the World Heritage Committee decides on the nomination of Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn in Nakhon Si Thammarat as a cultural World Heritage Site. The decision will be made during the 48th ordinary session of the World Heritage Committee, held July 19-29, 2024 in Busan, South Korea.

Chomklin revealed that Prime Minister Anuthine Charnvirakul has appointed him to lead the Thai delegation, alongside Dr. Raveevan Phooridetch, Permanent Secretary of the Natural Resources and Environment Ministry. The team will advocate for the temple's inscription, a crucial mission to gain international recognition of Thailand's cultural heritage.

Chomklin emphasized that the nomination represents the hopes of all Thai people, as Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn is a vital Buddhist religious center of the Thai peninsula, reflecting regional cultural and civilizational exchange. The temple boasts over 1,500 years of continuous history, art, and beliefs that meet UNESCO's criteria for Outstanding Universal Value.

If approved, the temple will become Thailand's sixth cultural World Heritage Site, its ninth World Heritage Site overall, and the first in southern Thailand. Chomklin called on all Thai citizens to support the delegation and anticipate this historic recognition, noting that success would bring pride to the entire nation and ensure this invaluable heritage endures for future generations.

The governor of Nakhon Nayok Provincial Administrative Organization won first prize in the government lottery draw held on July 16, claiming the full 12 million baht payout for two winning tickets. The winning number was 639214. Ms. Nida Khanayoung, known as Governor Palm, received congratulations from residents and staff members after the news was announced on the provincial Facebook page. Governor Palm explained that after learning her grandson's due date, she has made a habit of buying lottery tickets ending in 14 whenever she travels for work or passes a lottery vendor.