The Royal Thai Government Gazette published a royal decree granting ecclesiastical certificates and monastic titles to five Buddhist monks as follows, announced on July 9, 2569 (2026):

1. Phra Pariyattiwranukhul is appointed Phra Rajpariyattiwranukhul, a senior scholar and abbot-in-residence at Wat Boromnivatrajvraviharn, the principal royal temple in Bangkok. Four subordinate monastic positions have been established under him: assistant abbot, sangha protector, group leader, and scriptural keeper.

2. Phra Srisittiwetthet is appointed Phra Rajvatchraichaimetthi, a triple-canon scholar at Wat Mahapruttharam in Bangkok, with four subordinate positions similarly established.

3. Phra Sutthiratbhandi is appointed Phra Rajsutthiwatchrabandi, a triple-canon scholar at Wat Sutthiwraram in Bangkok, with four subordinate positions established.

4. Phra Udombhandi is appointed Phra Rajuddomvatchraimetthi, a triple-canon scholar at Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram in Bangkok, with four subordinate positions established.

5. Phra Mahawitthira (nine-grade monk) of Wat Phra Chettuphon Vimolmangkhalaram is appointed Phra Krusriwitthisutthi.

These appointments take effect from July 8, 2569 (2026) and were officially announced on July 9, 2569, the eleventh year of the current reign.

The time for fortunes to open has arrived! Mor Chang brings good news for three zodiac signs that are set to receive backing from influential and respected individuals. Career, financial, and new opportunities are expected to progress faster than anticipated. An auspicious period of good news has arrived for three zodiac signs. Which ones are they? Fortune-teller Mor Chang Thosporn announced: "These zodiac signs will have their fortunes opened with supporting helpers."

Mor Chang shares the good news about these three signs with improved fortune and new prospects:

"Three zodiac signs with fortunes opening and supportive helpers will have the conditions to receive backing from elders, powerful individuals, and respected figures. Career, finances, and new opportunities are expected to progress faster than expected."

Mor Chang has identified these three signs:

Dragon (born January 15 - February 12) Pisces (born March 15 - April 13) Taurus (born May 15 - June 14)

Source: Mor Chang Thosporn

French captain Kylian Mbappe says France's path to World Cup glory remains long despite advancing to the semi-finals, and provided an update on his ankle injury. Mbappe scored his 8th goal of the tournament, tying him with Lionel Messi for the Golden Boot, as France defeated Morocco 2-0 in the quarter-final on July 9. With this victory, France advanced to the semi-finals to await the winner of the Spain vs. Belgium match. Mbappe has now scored 20 goals across all World Cup tournaments, second all-time behind Messi's 21.

After the match, Mbappe discussed France's remaining challenge for the title: "We still have a long way to go. We know what awaits us ahead is more difficult than what we've already overcome."

"But we're ready to face everything. We'll rest and recover, and watch tomorrow's match (Spain vs. Belgium) to see who we'll face next."

The 27-year-old also addressed the ankle injury that forced him off the pitch in the 77th minute, noting he was treated with ice but felt fine. "I'm okay. I took a knock to my ankle, but everything is alright now. Jean-Philippe Mateta was more than ready to play in the final 15 minutes," Mbappe said.

The Thai Meteorological Department issued its fourth alert warning of powerful southwestern monsoon winds across the Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand from July 10-15, 2025. Waves in the upper Andaman are expected to reach 2-4 meters, with areas experiencing thunderstorms seeing waves exceeding 4 meters. The upper Gulf and lower Andaman will see waves of 2-3 meters, rising above 3 meters in thunderstorm areas. Mariners are urged to navigate cautiously and avoid thunderstorm zones; small boats should remain ashore during this period.

From July 11-14, very heavy rainfall is forecast for southern Thailand's western coast, western central region, and eastern provinces, particularly Ranong, Phang Nga, Chanthaburi, Trat, and Kanchanaburi. Residents should prepare for flash flooding and overland flow, especially in foothill areas and low-lying zones near water channels.

Typhoon Bavi in the Pacific is expected to cross Taiwan and make landfall in China's Fujian Province on July 11-12, and will not directly impact Thailand. However, the storm will intensify the southwestern monsoon affecting the country. The Meteorological Department advises the public to check weather conditions before traveling and to monitor updates at www.tmd.go.th or by calling 0-2399-4012-13 and 1182. The next alert will be issued on July 10 at 5 p.m.

A heavily intoxicated man strangled his wife to death in a rental room after claiming to see her face transform into a demon. He then reported the incident to the room attendant. Police suspect the incident resulted from drug-induced hallucinations.

At 4:30 a.m. on July 10, 2025, Lieutenant Gawin Chuinok of Muang Chachoengsao Police Station received a report of a young woman who had been fatally assaulted in a rental room, a two-story row house in Moo 3, Ban Suan Subdistrict, Muang District, Chachoengsao Province. Upon receiving the report, officers immediately traveled to the scene accompanied by on-call doctors from Chachoengsao Hospital and rescue staff from Thammarasmee Manirat Foundation.

The incident occurred in an unnamed two-story rental room, unit 326 on the second floor. Inside, police discovered the body of Pipi Moke, 24, a Myanmar national, lying deceased. Examination revealed bruising around the neck consistent with strangulation. Officers cordoned off the area and photographed the evidence.

At the scene, police apprehended So Suso, 23, a Myanmar national and the victim's husband, who was the perpetrator. At the time of arrest, So Suso appeared intoxicated and was experiencing hallucinations, speaking incoherently. Officers took him to calm down before further questioning at Muang Chachoengsao Police Station.

According to questioning of Ms. Da (pseudonym), the room attendant, she recounted that after the incident, So Suso came to tell her "Fen has died," referring to the victim by her nickname. The victim's brother then rushed upstairs to check the room and found the body lying motionless. They attempted to perform CPR but were unable to save her.

The room attendant further revealed that the perpetrator told people in the building that he saw his wife transform into a ghost and a demon, which prompted him to commit the act. It is believed the incident resulted from intoxication or hallucinations caused by drugs, though the specific substance involved remains unclear.

Police have taken So Suso into custody for detailed questioning to determine the true cause of the incident. They are awaiting official autopsy results from medical examiners before proceeding with legal charges.

Thailand's Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy rainfall across 39 provinces over the next 24 hours, with increased precipitation expected in the South. The North, Northeast, and East regions will experience scattered heavy downpours due to a strengthening southwest monsoon over the Andaman Sea, Thailand's waters, and the Gulf of Thailand, combined with a low-pressure system hovering over northern Vietnam. Residents in affected areas are warned of dangers from heavy and accumulated rainfall that could trigger flash floods and landslides, particularly in hilly terrain and low-lying areas.

Wave conditions are intensifying across the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand. The upper Andaman Sea is experiencing relatively strong winds with waves 2–3 meters high, exceeding 3 meters during thunderstorms. The lower Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand have waves around 2 meters, rising above 2 meters in thunderstorm zones. Fishermen are advised to exercise caution and avoid thunderstorm areas, with small boats in the upper Andaman Sea instructed to remain ashore through July 15.

Separately, Typhoon Bavi, currently in the Pacific Ocean, is expected to pass through Taiwan and make landfall on China's eastern coast between July 11–12. The typhoon will not impact Thailand, though travelers to affected regions should monitor weather conditions before departing.

Detailed regional forecasts include: Northern region with 60% thunderstorm coverage and heavy rain in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phayao, and Nan provinces; temperatures 22–26°C low, 29–32°C high; southwest winds 10–20 km/h. Northeast region with 40% thunderstorms and heavy rain in Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon, and Nakhon Phanom; temperatures 23–26°C low, 30–34°C high; southwest winds 10–20 km/h. Central region with 40% thunderstorms in Uthai Thani, Nakhon Sawan, Ayutthaya, Lopburi, Saraburi, Kanchanaburi, and Ratchaburi; temperatures 24–26°C low, 35–36°C high; southwest winds 10–25 km/h. Eastern region with 40% thunderstorms and heavy rain in Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat; temperatures 24–28°C low, 32–34°C high; southwest winds 20–35 km/h; waves approximately 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas. Southern region (east coast) with 30% thunderstorms mainly in Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Yala, and Narathiwat; temperatures 23–26°C low, 33–36°C high; waves 1–2 meters near shore, 2 meters offshore, exceeding 2 meters during thunderstorms.