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Thai Celebrities Give Hilariously Honest Wedding Blessing

Thai celebrities Thanya and Pek offered hilariously candid wedding blessings, jokingly warning the newlyweds not to emulate their famously bickering relationship while celebrating their own 20-year bond.

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A truly inseparable couple! Thanya and Pek attended a wedding together to offer their blessings to the newlyweds, humorously cautioning the groom not to follow their example. This genuinely bickering pair recently posted clips from the celebration, showing them together at the ceremony in a warm and joyful atmosphere.

During the event, Thanya and Pek took the stage to congratulate the couple and wish them children soon, while making playful jokes about their own relationship. The groom appeared flustered by their remarks.

Thanya told the couple: "We may not be the best role models" (laughing), "but whenever we argue, we sort it out. Just don't take our example" (turning to the bride). "If anything comes up, you can ask us for advice. We're actually pretty good at settling disputes."

Pek addressed the groom directly: "This won't work out well if you go down our path. Whatever bad habits we have, don't copy us. I wish you happiness and lasting love." (Turning to Thanya) "Even though we've been arguing for over 20 years now."

Commenters praised the couple, noting that despite their quarrels, they remain adorable and supportive of each other. Fans left comments like "This couple is so cute—no matter what happens, they still love and stand by each other" and "I love this couple," celebrating their enduring bond.

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Breaking

Belgium Edges Senegal In World Cup Drama After Late Collapse

Belgium fought back from 2-0 down to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time at the 2026 World Cup, advancing to the round of 16 after Senegal's defensive collapse in the second half.

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Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia said Senegal made a critical error by retreating defensively after leading 2-0, allowing a team of Belgium's caliber to break through their defense. Senegal coach Aliou Cissé declined to criticize the penalty conceded but admitted his team squandered their advantage.

In the 2026 World Cup round-of-32 match, Belgium narrowly defeated Senegal 3-2 in extra time (2-2 after 90 minutes) to advance to the round of 16, where they will face the winner of the USA-Bosnia match on July 6.

Senegal scored first through Abib Diarra in the 25th minute and Ismaila Sarr in the 51st minute. Belgium equalized with goals from Romelu Lukaku in the 86th minute and Yuri Tielemans in the 89th minute. Belgium earned a penalty during injury time in extra time, which Tielemans converted in the 120+5th minute.

Garcia said: "When they led 2-0, we knew they would do everything to defend. I think that was a serious mistake, and it's a lesson for me not to do that. As you saw, once we pulled it back to 1-2, the game changed, and we knew a team like this would break their system."

Cissé said: "We must congratulate the team that gave everything. We couldn't maintain our advantage from a 2-0 lead. As for the penalty we conceded, everyone can have their opinion, but I don't want to comment on that."

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Police

Mystery Woman's GPS Tip Saves Suicidal Driver In Forest

A mysterious woman's GPS tip led rescuers to find a suicidal driver deep in a remote forest in Rayong province on July 2, saving her life before she could harm herself.

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On July 2, 2569, rescue workers in Plauk Daeng district, Rayong province, responded to a request for help from relatives of a depressed woman who had driven away from her residence in Si Racha, Chachoengsao, heading toward Plauk Daeng without a clear destination. Her family posted appeals on social media as they searched anxiously for her.

Soon after, the family received a message from an unknown woman reporting that she had seen the missing woman driving into a remote forest in Moo 7, Mab Yang Prom subdistrict, Plauk Daeng, Rayong. The woman provided GPS coordinates of the vehicle's location. The family immediately alerted rescue officials, who rushed to the coordinates and discovered the car parked deep in a dark, isolated forest far from any residential areas.

Inside the car, rescue workers found the woman alone and preparing to harm herself. They quickly intervened, safely removed her from the vehicle, and transported her to Plauk Daeng Hospital for immediate medical care.

The incident has sparked intense discussion on social media, with many people questioning and puzzling over the identity of the mysterious woman who reported the sighting and provided the GPS coordinates. The remote, dark location of the forest has made her discovery seem remarkably coincidental, raising considerable curiosity about who she is and how she came to find the car in such an isolated area.

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National

BG Pathum Loans Nathan James to Maha Sarakham

BG Pathum United loaned 21-year-old defender Nathan James to Thai League 2 side Maha Sarakham for the upcoming 2026/27 season after the young player made six appearances for the top-flight club.

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BG Pathum United has officially loaned defender Nathan James to Thai League 2 club Maha Sarakham SBT FC. The 21-year-old joined BG Pathum at True BG Stadium during the 2025/26 season, appearing in 6 matches across all competitions. James will transition to a permanent role with Maha Sarakham for the 2026/27 season that is about to begin.

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National

Sompet Holds Prices Firm Despite Rising Costs

Sompet will hold prices steady despite rising production costs, instead trimming promotional spending to maintain margins and protect consumers in Thailand's competitive 25-billion-baht laundry market.

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Sompet has no plans to raise product prices despite increased production costs, aiming to protect consumers. Deputy Managing Director Ms. Chailada Tantiwechakul of Sompet Pibul Company Limited stated that the company will maintain its current pricing structure as long as possible while slightly reducing promotional budgets to sustain operations.

"Business operators currently face challenges from rising costs across all areas—raw materials, production, and transportation—particularly from oil prices that directly impact shipping expenses," she said. "Although costs have increased, we maintain the same selling price by reducing operational expenses to preserve our profit margins."

Thanasakdi Praorapawom, Product Manager for Laundry Products at Lion (Thailand) Company Limited, a Sompet subsidiary, noted that production costs are under pressure from global economic volatility and oil price fluctuations, which are critical raw materials for the laundry product industry. However, the company focuses on efficient cost management by improving factory operations to boost production efficiency, refusing to pass costs onto consumers.

The company upholds its 50-year-old brand foundation of quality, honesty, and fair pricing. The Thai laundry product market is highly competitive with a market value of 25 billion baht, but the company maintains approximately 10% market share. "Despite intense competition from domestic and foreign players and production cost pressures from oil price volatility, we drive business growth through innovation that differentiates us from price-based competition," he added.

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Breaking

Three Mexico Fans Die During World Cup Celebration

Three Mexican football fans died from asphyxiation while celebrating Mexico's 2-0 World Cup victory over Ecuador in Mexico City, with the tragedy occurring in large crowds gathered near the capital's main avenue.

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ESPN reports that three football fans died from asphyxiation while celebrating Mexico's advancement to the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 in the knockout round and secured their place in the next stage, where they will face England at 7:00 AM on July 6 Thailand time. Large crowds of fans gathered to celebrate the victory following the match, but the gathering turned tragic. Mexico City authorities confirmed that three people died from asphyxiation during the World Cup celebrations in the capital. The incident occurred near Paseo de la Reforma, Mexico City's main avenue, where thousands of fans had assembled to celebrate Mexico's advancement to the Round of 16 following their 2-0 victory over Ecuador at Estadio Azteca.

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National

Thai Rice Exports Poised To Exceed 7.2 Million Tons

Thai rice exports are forecast to exceed 7.2 million tons this year as major importers Philippines and Malaysia shift purchases from India to Thailand due to concerns about aged Indian stocks and El Niño risks.

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The Thai Rice Exporters Association anticipates Philippines and Malaysia will increase purchases of Thai rice for stockpiling, supporting forecasts of over 7.2 million tons in exports worth 140 billion baht total. Chukit Opasawong, honorary chairman of the Thai Rice Exporters Association, outlined this year's export outlook, noting that unexpected positive factors are now supporting stronger growth than previously predicted. Key importers Philippines and Malaysia have announced they will not buy rice from India, the world's largest producer and Thailand's principal competitor, because Indian rice stocks are aged and unsuitable for maintaining strategic reserves to buffer against potential El Niño-related production declines globally. "This creates an opportunity for Thailand, which has fresh seasonal rice coming to market at just the right time," Opasawong said. "These favorable conditions should drive Thai rice exports in June-July 2025 to spike dramatically, averaging no less than 800,000 tons monthly—well above the first-half average of just 500,000 tons." Exporters had previously worried about oversupply from Indian production and weak demand due to Thailand's higher prices, along with El Niño risks to domestic output. But circumstances have shifted in Thailand's favor as Philippines and Malaysia may now turn to Thai suppliers instead, despite Thai white rice 5% being roughly $100 per ton costlier than Indian rice. Opasawong projected that with these positive factors, Thailand will exceed its export target this year, with volumes potentially rising to 7.2 million tons from the original target of 7 million tons, generating 140 billion baht in total export value—a satisfactory outcome despite falling short of last year's 7.9 million tons. Thai rice exports during the first five months reached nearly 3 million tons, a respectable figure but representing a 5% decline compared to the previous year. Second-half export trends are expected to improve over the first half, though the impact of El Niño must be monitored closely.

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Weather

Thailand Braces for Severe Storms, Flash Floods

Thailand's Meteorological Department warns of severe to very heavy rainfall across the country through July 3, with flash flooding risks in northeastern, eastern, and southern coastal regions. Waves in the Andaman Sea could exceed 3 meters

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The Thai Meteorological Department issued warning number 12 (102/2569) on July 2, 2569 at 5:00 AM regarding severe to very heavy rainfall across Thailand and strong winds in the upper Andaman Sea, with effects lasting through July 1-3, 2569.

From July 2-3, very heavy rainfall is expected in several areas, particularly the upper northeastern region, eastern region, and western coastal areas of southern Thailand. This is caused by a monsoon trough moving across the northern and upper northeastern regions, combined with a strong southwest monsoon over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand.

Residents in affected areas are warned to watch for hazards from heavy accumulated rainfall, which may cause sudden flooding and flash flooding, especially in sloped terrain near waterways and low-lying areas.

Wave conditions in the upper Andaman Sea are expected to be relatively strong, with waves 2-3 meters high, exceeding 3 meters in thunderstorm areas. The lower Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand will see waves around 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm zones.

Boaters in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand are urged to navigate carefully and avoid areas with thunderstorms. Small vessels in the upper Andaman Sea should remain ashore during this period.

A tropical depression was located in the central South China Sea at 4:00 AM with maximum winds of approximately 55 kilometers per hour near its center, moving west-northwest at about 30 kilometers per hour. It is expected to intensify into a tropical storm. From July 4-6, 2569, the system will move through the Hainan region and make landfall in southern China, with no direct impact on Thai weather.

For public safety, residents are advised to plan activities and travel carefully during this period. Updates are available on the Meteorological Department website at http://www.tmd.go.th or by calling 0-2399-4012-13 and 1182 available 24 hours daily.

Warning issued July 2, 2569 at 5:00 AM. The next update will be issued July 2, 2569 at 5:00 PM.

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National

Solbakken Downplays Challenge to Ancelotti Before Norway-Brazil Clash

Norway coach Solbakken clarified his remarks about Carlo Ancelotti before facing Brazil in the World Cup 2026 Round of 16 on July 5, insisting his challenge was a joke and expressing deep respect for the legendary Brazilian coach.

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Norway national team head coach Stale Solbakken praised Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil's head coach, ahead of their World Cup 2026 Round of 16 matchup, clarifying that a video clip where he appeared to challenge Ancelotti was merely a joke taken out of context.

Norway will face five-time world champion Brazil on July 5th in the final Round of 16 match.

Before the game, a video released by the Norwegian Football Federation showed Solbakken's motivational remarks to players following Norway's 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast, ending with: "And just wait, Carlo Ancelotti—we're coming for you."

Solbakken later clarified the comments, saying: "It's not provocation at all. He may be one of the greatest coaches in European football history, alongside Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho, and one or two others from a historical perspective."

"I have great respect for him. I faced him two or three times when I managed FC Copenhagen in Champions League matches against Chelsea and Real Madrid. He's a great person, very funny, and we respect him greatly. We also have immense respect for Brazil as a nation. So I think they see the humorous side of it. It wasn't meant as deep analysis."

Solbakken also acknowledged Brazil as championship favorites: "I think Brazil is gradually adapting better and better. They have strong players in every position. We're looking forward to this challenge. Brazil is definitely the favorite and a favorite to win the championship. But now it's our fate to face them, and we must play as well as we possibly can."

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National

Neuer Has No Regrets Returning to Germany Despite World Cup Exit

Germany's Manuel Neuer says he has no regrets rejoining the national team despite their shock World Cup elimination to Paraguay on penalties in the round of 32.

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Manuel Neuer, Germany's legendary goalkeeper, thanked fans in a post following the team's World Cup elimination in the round of 32, reaffirming he has no regrets about returning to the squad. Germany exited the tournament after losing to Paraguay 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regular time, marking the first penalty shootout loss in World Cup history for the German national team. In his post-elimination statement, Neuer expressed his feelings while confirming he stands by his decision to rejoin the team. "Serving the German national team has always been an honor for me," his statement read. "Our early elimination from the World Cup is deeply disappointing. We clearly underperformed expectations and should have advanced further in this tournament. This ending is painful. I made a deliberate decision to return and play for Germany again for two reasons. First, because wearing the national team jersey has always filled me with profound pride. Second, because at 40 years old, with experience from four World Cups, I want to support our younger players as best as I can, both on and off the pitch, and help German football. Despite this bitter end, I have no regrets whatsoever about this decision. My disappointment is difficult to put into words, but above all, I remain deeply grateful. Thank you for the support you've given me over many years and throughout this World Cup." Neuer originally retired from international football after Euro 2024 but continued performing well for Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, prompting coach Julian Nagelsmann to bring him back.

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National

Kane Eyes Tough Mexico Clash in World Cup Round of 16

England captain Harry Kane scored twice in a 2-1 win over DR Congo to advance to the World Cup Round of 16, where the Three Lions face Mexico on July 5th in a matchup Kane calls the tournament's biggest game.

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England captain Harry Kane acknowledges that the Three Lions face a challenging matchup against Mexico in the World Cup Round of 16, while describing the opportunity to play in a World Cup as a lifelong dream come true.

Kane recently played the hero by scoring both goals in England's 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup's final 32-team round on July 1st.

Following that result, the Three Lions advanced to the Round of 16 to face co-host Mexico on July 5th.

After the match, Kane addressed the upcoming Mexico fixture, saying: "Playing Mexico in Mexico is the biggest game in the World Cup. The atmosphere will be incredible. It will be a difficult game for many reasons, but if you want to be world champions, you have to go through tough games and strong teams like Mexico in their own backyard."

"We have to be ready. It will be very difficult, extremely difficult. I think they've won every game in this tournament. They're playing at home and their fans will support them fully. We'll go there, we'll analyze them like we do every opponent, and we'll take the pitch with respect."

The 32-year-old striker also reflected on realizing his childhood dreams, saying: "I remember as a kid watching the England national team, watching the World Cup, and dreaming that one day I'd get to play here. I try not to forget that when I walk onto the pitch. I try to be the best version of myself. I know there are millions of boys and girls around the world watching matches like this."

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