On July 12, parents lodged complaints that their children, students in grades 4, 5, and 6 at a school in Laem Sing District, Chachoengsao, were subjected to excessive punishment by a mathematics teacher for failing to submit homework or completing assignments incorrectly. The teacher used a modified durian stick with rubber padding to strike students' buttocks, with incidents ranging from 16 to 50 hits, causing bruising so severe that children could not lie down.

One guardian revealed that two grandsons were severely beaten—fourth-grader Dia received 16 blows, while fifth-grader Thai endured 50 strikes for not turning in work, leaving him psychologically distressed and reluctant to attend school. Multiple other students reported similar treatment.

Parents filed a police report at Laem Sing Station on July 10 and obtained medical referrals to document injuries at Laem Sing Hospital. School principal Saovahnee Boonthaikunanon visited the guardians to apologize. Fifth-grader Thai confirmed receiving 50 blows, and that 13 other classmates each received 16 strikes in previous incidents. The teacher had previously administered approximately 20 punishment sessions, with varying intensities. The teacher reportedly warned students not to cry or dodge, threatening additional strikes for disobedience.

Myanmarese migrant worker Taan, mother of 12-year-old fifth-grader Tawan, wept as she explained her child was beaten starting July 8, leaving him with bruises. Fear of her status as a foreigner prevented her from reporting immediately. When the teacher, accompanied by police, visited their home on July 11 to apologize, he made no offer of medical assistance or compensation. She plans to withdraw her son on July 13.

Principal Saovahnee stated she learned of the incidents on July 9 and initially summoned students and some guardians for clarification. She instructed the mathematics teacher to submit a behavioral incident report to the District Education Office for formal investigation. She characterized her visit to the guardians at their lodging as an apology and explanation, denying any intent to intimidate. Regarding the private visit to the migrant worker family, she explained the teacher sought to apologize separately because that child sustained more severe injuries, without coercive intent. The school has scheduled July 13 as a meeting date with all affected parents' guardians to seek collaborative solutions.

Strong-willed mother Nam Pun Kulnath recently revealed the careful family planning behind her decision to create an advance will, worried about her children's future should anything happen to her. She brought along her 9-year-old daughter Taria and 2-year-10-month-old son Jacob while addressing a household dispute with her foreign husband over a non-stick pan that lasted for years, ultimately agreeing to compromise for her children's health. She appeared on the talk show Kui Saep Show on Channel One 31, hosted by Thannya Thanya Res and Peggy Srithannya.

When asked if she's close with Thannya and reaches out when issues arise, Nam Pun explained: "Nothing really. I just ask her briefly, 'What plans do you have?' (laughs) When I notice unusual silence, we chat about it in our group. We have our own group where we support each other. When news gets quiet, I directly ask what's going on. If I have any issues, I'll call and we talk about everything."

Regarding the group's name, Nam Pun revealed it's called "Kulnoi," which Thannya came up with. She explained how Thannya earned the nickname through various "noi" (small) stories, such as when Taria was exclusively breastfed for 8 hours straight, even sucking until the nipple became sore. Nam Pun shared that Taria breastfed until age 2 and continued sucking the empty breast until age 4, noting it's a comfort mechanism for children.

Taria, now 9 years old in Grade 4, participates in swimming, ballet, and piano lessons. When asked what she enjoys most, Taria hesitantly said "nothing," though Nam Pun revealed the girl loves dancing. Her father preferred to keep her in ballet rather than pursuing K-pop early, believing ballet would be more suitable. Nam Pun mentioned that swimming training is demanding, with sessions lasting 2 hours daily. When asked if she's cried from exhaustion or wanting to quit, Taria admitted she once cried after not winning a medal. Regarding compliments about her appearance, Taria politely thanked people but was reluctant to answer. Nam Pun joked that as Taria grew older, she's become less responsive, comparing it to talking to a car's steering wheel, though Taria can hear but chooses not to answer.

On July 12, 2569, the Sawaengkatanyu rescue radio center in Chanthaburi received reports of a pickup truck that lost control in heavy rain, crashing into a utility pole and speed camera on Highway 317 between Chanthaburi and Sa Kaew heading into town near Patawi Subdistrict Municipality office in Mueang District, Chanthaburi Province. The vehicle flipped and fell into the central drainage ditch with standing water. Emergency responders immediately treated 10 injured persons at the scene and transported 11 total injured to Mueang Hospital.

Deputy Inspector Pramot Kongnantak of Mueang Police Station investigated and found a white Isuzu Dmax pickup truck with Chanthaburi license plates. The front was severely damaged from collisions with the utility pole and speed camera, extending into the cabin. The vehicle had overturned into the drainage ditch filled with floodwater.

Initial investigation found one elderly female fatality with her body submerged in water beside the vehicle. Of the 11 injured—four male and seven female including the driver—rescue officials categorized them as two critical cases, three moderate cases, and six minor cases before transporting them to the hospital.

Preliminary investigation revealed the group was traveling from Soydao District to perform merit-making at a meditation center in Tha Chang Subdistrict. Heavy rainfall during the journey caused zero visibility, causing the truck to lose control and collide with the utility pole before striking the speed camera and flipping into the drainage ditch. Passengers in the truck bed were ejected, while those in the cabin were trapped inside. Police documented the scene and evidence, preparing to interview victims and witnesses to determine the exact cause of the accident.

Thai child star Nene Royal's performance of 'Zombie' on America's Got Talent continues to dominate social media. Her AGT TikTok video has surpassed 100 million views after going viral globally, earning widespread acclaim from both audiences and judges, who ranked it among this season's most remarkable auditions. The same clip has also accumulated millions of views on AGT's YouTube channel in just days, following its initial breakthrough of 64 million TikTok views in two days before climbing to 106 million.

Nene began playing guitar in first grade, though music wasn't her original passion. She explained on the show SUPER10 that she preferred academics, but when her desired courses filled up, only music was available, which became a turning point in her life. She typically performs in the rock and international rock genres, citing AC/DC as her favorite band and legendary guitarist Angus Young as her idol. She has previously performed at street markets and venues in Phuket to gain live stage experience.

Participating in America's Got Talent was a lifelong dream for Nene, and this performance proved that her ambitions are not only being fulfilled but also opening doors to the global stage.

The Thai women's volleyball team takes on Turkey on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in Osaka, Japan, in their final group-stage match of VNL 2026 Week 3. After posting a 1-2 record in their first three matches—losing to the United States 3-0 and Japan 3-1, then defeating Brazil 3-0—Thailand has already secured a berth in next year's Nations League.

The broadcast will air live on Monomax. Turkey currently ranks third in the world, while Thailand sits at 17th. In their last five Nations League meetings, Turkey has dominated the matchup, winning all five encounters: 3-0 in 2025, 3-0 in 2024, 3-0 in 2023, 3-1 in 2022, and 3-1 in 2021.

As the July 16, 2569 lottery draw approaches, lottery enthusiasts are searching for winning number combinations. This draw, Mae Nam Neung Phirda has released numerical guidance once again, based on government lottery tickets she purchased in multiple sets.

Mae Nam Neung Phirda posted five large lottery ticket sets that she claims follow new sacred number guidance. After examining all five sets, she found that the last digits all matched the number 39. This is being presented as another numerical direction for this draw to help lottery players make their ticket selections before the draw date. Those seeking number ideas can use this guidance to try their luck in this draw.