The Central Administrative Court has refused to accept a lawsuit filed by Dr. Sorn Bunyaichaiprueksa, NBTC chairman, challenging a July 21, 2025 committee ruling that found him ineligible for the position due to prohibited characteristics. Dr. Sorn filed the case on August 3, seeking to have the committee's decision rescinded retroactively from the date of the ruling. The court rejected the case on the grounds that the plaintiff is not yet a suffering party, as no royal decree has been formally issued to remove him from office. Under the Broadcasting and Telecommunications Act, individuals approved by the Senate must provide evidence of ceasing their prior profession before the Prime Minister requests a royal appointment; the disqualification determination came after Dr. Sorn's appointment on April 13, 2022. The court ruled that removal from office following such a determination requires a separate royal decree under section 20 of the law, and until that formal step occurs, the plaintiff has no legal standing to sue. Consequently, the court dismissed the case without further consideration.

Thai Muay Thai fighter Superlek sustained a knee injury during his bout against Russian striker Abdullah Dayakayev at Lumpinee Stadium (Rama Intra) on August 7, ultimately losing in the second round of The Inner Circle 25 event. His trainer and sports scientist Coach Huk Sawikrom Limanon posted an update on Facebook saying, "Superlek needs rest and care to recover from this injury and return in better form. At least today everyone knows Superlek is back, and we will keep fighting—we will not give up." Reports indicate that Superlek's torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) may require 6–12 months of treatment, which could impact his scheduled ONE Championship flyweight title defense against Jonathan Diebitela at ONE Samurai 4 in Japan on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Napdol Kannika, a national police policy committee member and lecturer in peace innovation at Siam Technology College, responded to the shooting at Thepsirin School in Nonthaburi, describing it as a deeply shocking event for Thai society. He stressed that schools should be the safest spaces for children and youth, yet when places meant for learning and hope become sources of fear, the question extends beyond "How will police respond?" to the larger question of "How do we prevent this from happening again?" Napdol argued that a fundamental shift in thinking is required—moving from viewing security as solely a police responsibility to seeing "police and citizens as safety partners." He noted that police cannot be everywhere, but community members already are present in their neighborhoods and know their areas best; with proper knowledge, coordination systems, and connections to police, they become critical forces for prevention. Since 2567 (2024), Napdol has been involved in risk management initiatives that include public participation in training programs for Soft Target protection—such as shopping centers, schools, hospitals, and entertainment venues—developed when Police Deputy Commander Kittiphad Phandthet held his position. The key concept was not to turn citizens into police officers, but to make them "threat-aware, able to report incidents, able to survive, and able to coordinate with police." Napdol emphasized that today public participation must be elevated to national policy level through the concept of "modern-era volunteer community police" and gun-control policies under Prime Minister Anuthim and driven forward by Deputy Commander Kittiphad, reflecting alignment between policy leaders and operational leaders in centering the public within the security system. The significance of this policy lies not merely in the term "volunteer community police," but in transforming the public's status from security service recipients to security partners.

The Government Housing Bank (GHB) has launched the G H BANK CROWN program, an exclusive tier for high-value depositors with combined balances of 10 million baht or more who have been continuous customers for at least 2 years. The program delivers differentiated experiences through the G H BANK Reward & Privilege platform with benefits spanning finance and lifestyle.

Mahattana Ampornpisit, GHB Managing Director, explained that the program is divided into three main benefit categories: Financial Benefits, including special deposit campaigns and fee waivers that enhance transaction convenience and efficiency; Lifestyle Benefits, offering discounts and privileges at over 180 leading merchants and partner locations with instant redemption at zero points, plus birthday month bonuses; and Exclusive Events, featuring seminars, workshops, and inspirational activities led by experts across various fields.

G H BANK CROWN members can access the G H BANK Reward & Privilege platform through the GHB ALL GEN mobile app, LINE OA (GHB Buddy), or www.ghbankbigfamily.com. The launch represents a significant step in executing GHB's five strategic pillars, particularly Customer Obsession, which uses data analytics to achieve deep customer understanding and hyper-personalized product and service development. The program reinforces GHB's role as a Beyond Housing Bank that stands alongside customers through all major life milestones. Official launch is August 8, 2024. For more information, contact GHB Call Center at 0-2645-9000 or visit their Facebook Fanpage and social media channels.

The Gold Traders Association announced that gold prices have jumped sharply on August 8, 2026. Ornamental gold is selling at 68,650 baht per baht weight. Compared to the closing price on August 7, gold prices have risen by 450 baht, with ornamental gold now at 68,650 baht per baht weight. The latest data was released by the Gold Traders Association on their website at 09:04 AM. Gold bars are currently trading at 67,650 baht per baht weight for buyback and 67,850 baht per baht weight for sales according to announcement number one. For 96.5% ornamental gold, the buyback price is 66,294.68 baht per baht weight and the selling price is 68,650 baht per baht weight. Global spot gold prices are at 4,343.00 US dollars per ounce. Summary of gold prices for August 8, 2026: Gold bars - Buyback 67,650 baht per baht weight, Sales 67,850 baht per baht weight. Ornamental gold - Buyback 66,294.68 baht per baht weight, Sales 68,650 baht per baht weight. Source: Gold Traders Association.

NAKHON NAYOK — A 24-year-old man was warned by police after being caught smoking cannabis on the grounds of Nakhon Nayok Hospital on August 7, 2026.

At around 10:30 a.m., the hospital's security guards spotted the man sitting at a stone table near the obstetrics and gynaecology building, close to the hospital canteen, and contacted police.

Police and hospital staff questioned him about smoking cannabis in the hospital compound, where smoking is prohibited. A search of his bag uncovered a packet of cannabis and a knife, which officers seized. The man also led officers to a homemade smoking device made from a modified plastic bottle that he had hidden under a tree near the hospital wall.

Official warned him that smoking cannabis in the hospital grounds was inappropriate. The man apologised to police and hospital staff and promised not to repeat the behaviour. He was not charged and was allowed to leave after officers learned that he had been at the hospital to care for his sick mother, who was receiving treatment there.

A security guard said he had initially warned the man and photographed the incident before contacting police. The man admitted smoking cannabis and apologised, while staff decided not to pursue the matter after learning about his mother's condition.