A teacher known as Khru Saai filed complaints with the Medical Council and Health Service Support Department (HSSD), alleging that an internist at a prominent private hospital misdiagnosed her husband's condition, resulting in his death. She also requested an investigation by the Nursing Council into the nurses involved in the case.

On July 22, 2025, at the HSSD office under the Ministry of Public Health, Maj. Dr. Thanakrit Jittrareeyarattana, secretary to the deputy minister of Social Development and Human Security, accompanied Khru Saai (Ms. Benjapon Panpetch), a teacher and influencer from Ratchaburi Province, to file her complaint.

Khru Saai seeks a standards inspection of Sancamillo Hospital in Ban Po District, Ratchaburi Province, regarding her husband's treatment and death. She alleges that the hospital's internist made a misdiagnosis that led to her husband's death, and she submitted supporting documents with her complaint.

Dr. Puvadet Surakote, director of the HSSD, assigned Dr. Akam Praditsuwanna, deputy director of the HSSD, and Sarooj Yodpradist, director of the Legal Division, to receive the complaint. Dr. Akam expressed condolences to Khru Saai for the loss of her husband and assured her that the HSSD would ensure justice for the victim. He stated that the private hospital would be inspected again, with HSSD staff assigned to investigate the facts from all parties and serve as mediators to facilitate a fair resolution between the hospital and the victim.

Khru Saai thanked all parties for their assistance in investigating the facts, expressing confidence that justice would be served and that all matters would be resolved according to the law. She acknowledged the hospital's clarifications but stated she believes the truth will emerge. She noted that while her husband can no longer speak, she remains able to speak and is prepared to seek justice. She emphasized her presence throughout his treatment and her commitment to speaking on his behalf and caring for their family, expressing faith that her late husband is sending her strength. She concluded by asking for understanding as this is the day before his funeral, assuring that she will speak for him and care for their family's well-being to the best of her ability.

Maj. Dr. Thanakrit then accompanied Khru Saai to the Medical Council to file a complaint regarding the medical ethics of the treating physician. Gen. Dr. Itthaporn Kancharoen, secretary-general of the Medical Council, received the complaint.

Gen. Dr. Itthaporn stated that when a victim files a complaint in person, it provides more factual information. He explained that the Medical Council's investigation process includes both ethics review and inquiries, which are conducted thoroughly before information is forwarded to the Royal College of Physicians for further consideration.

Previously, the Medical Council had requested information from relevant agencies including the HSSD and the provincial health office, as well as from the private hospital. The next step will involve summoning all relevant parties for testimony. The Medical Council will then compile information from all parties and forward it to the Royal College of Physicians for review of the physician's diagnostic process to assess whether the treatment was conducted correctly.

Lawyer Pattana has posted an update confirming that the couple behind the massively viral Doraemon pillow clip—which featured a wife catching her husband with another woman and amassed 74 million views—has officially signed divorce papers. The divorce was finalized at Pluak Daeng District Office in Rayong Province, where Pattana witnessed the proceedings and announced five agreements between both parties. According to Pattana's statement, the agreements cover voluntary divorce consent, shared child custody, no property claims, no outstanding debts, and a mutual commitment to drop any civil or criminal proceedings related to incidents prior to the divorce without further demands on each other. Pattana concluded by wishing both parties happiness as they move forward separately.

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Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has ordered district officials implicated in the "Pho Thip-Mae Thip" case out of office, vowing to intensify anti-corruption efforts. On July 22, 2569, at Bangkok City Hall 2 in Din Daeng, Sittipunt briefed the media on developments in the case following the establishment of a fact-finding committee. He confirmed that officials allegedly involved have been ordered to leave office, stressing the need for rigorous adherence to proper procedures while awaiting results from the central fact-finding commission, which is being overseen by Bangkok's Deputy Governor.

Sittipunt explained that Bangkok has progressively tightened enforcement procedures. Initially, he noted, there was laxity among district officials who overly trusted hospitals. The governor said investigators have now identified patterns in certain districts where queue card systems prevent service from specific officials, while other districts route transactions through single staff members—a potential red flag for ongoing corruption. He emphasized the need for thorough, serious investigations.

Regarding the 2569 Outstanding Anti-Corruption Individual Award from the Anti-Corruption Foundation, Sittipunt stated that while the award was determined before his current term ended, it was not announced until he took office. He clarified that the award is not a personal honor but belongs to all Bangkok residents and reflects the collective commitment of all city officials and employees working earnestly against corruption and graft. "The award is encouraging, but there is more important work ahead," Sittipunt said. "I believe we are on the right path, but we must work much harder."

Government spokesperson Ratchada Thanadirek addressed concerns about Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing's official visit to Thailand in early August on July 22 at Government House. She explained that Thailand is gradually encouraging Myanmar to play a greater role in ASEAN while advancing efforts to help build peace in Myanmar, noting that stability there benefits Thai border communities and the two nations are interconnected.

When asked about discussion topics, Ratchada said all issues would be covered, including peace, drug trafficking, scammers, environmental concerns, and river pollution affecting both countries. She noted that Myanmar's Foreign Minister recently met with the Prime Minister and acknowledged problems stemming from Myanmar that impact Thailand, while expressing readiness to assist. Myanmar has also requested academic cooperation on burning and pollution issues.

Regarding concerns about the government's image in hosting a leader viewed negatively by some, Ratchada said the government was not worried, explaining that neighboring countries must live together and that Thais would benefit if peace and positive developments occur in Myanmar. She emphasized that cooperation rather than isolation is necessary. Min Aung Hlaing's visit is scheduled to coincide with the BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok in early August.

An Indian tourist and a ride-hailing driver in Chiang Mai resolved a fare dispute with police mediation on July 19, 2026, after a miscommunication over pricing sparked an argument. The tourist believed a discounted in-app fare of 280 baht covered her entire journey to Mae Rim district and then to Arcade Bus Terminal, while the driver insisted the discount applied only to the outbound trip and the total should be 450 baht. Officer Rajahtana Sriphan stepped in to mediate, attributing the conflict to language barriers and unclear service expectations rather than dishonest intent. After discussion, the driver agreed to accept 280 baht to resolve the matter, and a sympathetic bystander even offered the driver additional money. Rajahtana later posted on Facebook that the incident underscored how disputes between service providers and tourists often stem from miscommunication rather than deliberate wrongdoing, and urged both parties to clarify details before journeys begin. The case drew significant online discussion, though the ride-hailing company has not commented.