Boxer Suriyant Thiannok, nicknamed "Buffalo Kick," was hit by a minivan on Khlong Prem Road in Samkok District, Pathum Thani Province. The 29-year-old was thrown over 20 meters but suffered no fractures, only head trauma. In a lengthy social media post, Suriyant thanked supporters for their concern and messages during his recovery. He confirmed he is under medical care and in stable condition overall, and asked everyone not to worry about him.

Suriyant publicly apologized to his scheduled opponent Saw Min Min and the ONE Lumpinee promotion team for being unable to fight on Friday, August 21, as planned due to the accident. He acknowledged the effort and preparation all parties had invested and expressed deep regret that the incident prevented him from performing his duty in the ring. He thanked ONE Lumpinee for their understanding and care, as well as Saw Min Min and his team for their compassion regarding the situation.

The fighter expressed gratitude for all the well-wishes, prayers, and encouragement he has received, saying the concern from everyone has been deeply meaningful to him and his family. Suriyant committed to caring for himself and recovering fully, hoping to return to the ring and resume his duties as a fighter in the near future.

The Department of Mineral Resources has identified the cause of a 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia, classifying it as a strong earthquake caused by the Indo-Australia plate subducting beneath the Eurasia plate. On August 16, 2025, the Geohazard Operations Center of the Department of Mineral Resources, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, reported an earthquake that occurred on August 15, 2025, at 17:54 Bangkok time. The 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck at a depth of 172.5 kilometers with its epicenter near Sumatra Island, Indonesia, approximately 15.3 kilometers northwest of Pematangsiantar in North Sumatra Province, and was classified as a strong earthquake. The earthquake was caused by movement of the Indo-Australia tectonic plate subducting beneath the Eurasia plate. There were no initial reports of damage. The epicenter was located approximately 417 kilometers southwest of Satun Municipality, Satun Province, allowing residents in Satun, Songkhla, Trang, Phatthalung, Krabi, and Phuket provinces to feel the earthquake tremors with no reported damage.

Hot young actor Kao Nopkao recently appeared in an 80-hour live-streaming marathon for NUUI Starathon 8.8, where he promoted products as a long-time brand presenter. The actor has now shared details about what's keeping him so busy.

"I've wrapped one drama and I'm currently filming another called Roskarn," Kao said. "The other two projects I'm working on with senior actresses Yaya and Gluff are very different and much more challenging than anything I've done before. These two roles really push me. I have to get tattoos and prepare extensively, and the scenes require me to go shirtless, so I'm doing my best within my limits."

Given his tight schedule and demanding work calendar, Kao says he makes time to work out, especially for these roles. "Fitness is already part of my lifestyle, so I'm training specifically for these dramas," he explained. When asked about on-screen chemistry with Gluff leading to dating rumors, Kao clarified: "We're siblings in the show. I've done a lot of preparation because I've never had a real sibling, so it's elder Kao and younger Gluff. Our lifestyles match that dynamic. It'll air soon."

For his birthday next month, Kao plans to organize a merit-making project with his fans, something he does every year. "I'm thinking of donating to underprivileged children this year instead of a temple like I usually do," he said. "I want to collect used items with help from many fans. Follow my X account for details. Anyone who wants to join the merit-making or meet up should get ready for September 5, though we'll probably hold the actual event on September 5."

On August 16, the National Science Museum (NSM) joined with Pan Cosmetic and Rajathewi Clinic to open an exhibition titled "The Science of True Beauty" (Decode Your Skin, Discover Your Beauty Destination) at the 2026 National Science and Technology Festival held at Impact Muang Thong Thani. The event was attended by Suwrong Wongsiri, acting director of NSM, and Akkarawut Suwannaprakorn, deputy chief executive officer of Pan Cosmetic and Rajathewi Clinic, along with executives from both organizations. Celebrity guests included renowned actors such as Sarawat Teppitakson with his daughter, as well as popular T-pop artists JAY DICE and ALEX DICE, who served as guides for the exhibition. The atmosphere was lively, filled with enthusiastic cheers from young fans attending the science festival.

Suwrong stated that NSM's primary mission is to develop learning resources and create science experiences to enhance public and youth understanding through out-of-classroom learning via various scientific activities and exhibitions. The collaboration with Pan Cosmetic and Rajathewi Clinic, which is approaching its 50th anniversary, represents a strategic partnership combining deep expertise in skin science with NSM's science communication capabilities to promote health and beauty literacy among the public.

The exhibition aims to raise awareness and inspire interest in biomedical science through learning about skin and beauty from a scientific perspective. It encourages people to apply knowledge for proper, evidence-based skin care and inspires youth to consider careers as cosmetic scientists, which will be vital for strengthening Thailand's health and beauty industry to international standards. The exhibition runs until August 23. Pan Cosmetic and Rajathewi Clinic's representative emphasized that the exhibition presents beauty science in an engaging way, promoting professional skills for students and future researchers in medical science, cosmetic science, and dermatology under the concept "True Beauty—real beauty must be calculated."

Natural Resources and Environment Minister Sukhathit Chomkling announced on August 15, 2025, that demolition work at the Vimarn Mist mansion in Wang Nam Khiao District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, has progressed to approximately 50 percent completion. The case, which has a final court judgment, involves removing all illegal structures and restoring the forest area within Khao Yai National Park. The property heir's representative submitted a formal request on August 6, 2025, to carry out the demolition and began work following the court enforcement notice on July 20, 2025.

Official monitoring as of August 15 confirmed that demolition work is about halfway complete. Heavy rainfall in the area has slowed progress and affected site access. Sukhathit stated that the ministry is committed to ensuring all operations comply with the law and relevant procedures. He instructed Khao Yai National Park officials to closely monitor the ongoing demolition work, taking into account site conditions, so that operations can proceed smoothly and in accordance with legal requirements.

Major steel producer Tata Steel has announced its commitment to electric arc furnace (EAF) technology as a long-term direction for steel production, aiming to elevate the quality and safety standards of Thailand's steel industry. Chief Executive Anurak Panday of Tata Steel Thailand, a leading manufacturer of long steel products, revealed the company's position to adopt EAF technology as its long-term steel production direction.

The company recognizes that different steel production technologies have varying suitability depending on market and application needs. Although induction furnace (IF) technology is still used in some markets, the company has chosen EAF as part of its long-term technological direction. Currently, the company continues to invest in EAF technology in both India and Europe, demonstrating its commitment to improving steel quality, enhancing production process control efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and aligning with global steel industry trends.

Panday believes that technology selection should not be based solely on production costs or investment amounts, but must also consider the quality, consistency, and environmental efficiency of steel delivered to customers and society. This is especially important for steel used in buildings and infrastructure, where material quality and consistency are critical to structural reliability and safety.

"We affirm our long-term commitment to supporting Thailand in achieving higher steel quality standards, stronger production process control, and more sustainable steel production," Panday stated. He emphasized that the company's responsibility extends beyond producing steel for today but includes contributing to building the steel industry Thailand needs for the future, with technology serving as a driving force for the industry to advance in quality, sustainability, and safety simultaneously.

A report notes that on August 17, attention should be paid to a public hearing on new steel standards, where steel from IF furnaces has been flagged as having limitations in steel quality and safety.