Thailand's women's sepaktakraw team showcased strong form to defeat Vietnam and clinch the championship title at the 39th ISTAF World Sepaktakraw Championship 2026 King's Cup, held at Fashion Island on August 10.

In the first match of the women's team competition finals, Thai players Niphaphorn Salubpol (server), Masya Duangsri (setter), and Wilaiwanna Kotprohm (spiker) performed excellently, winning the opening set 15-7 for a 1-0 set advantage. In the second set, Vietnam responded well by introducing their spiker to counter-attack, pulling the score even at 14-14. However, Thailand scored three consecutive points to win 17-14, taking the first unit match 2-0 sets.

Moving to the second unit, Thailand fielded Wipada Jitphon (server), Paphannin Sihanok (setter), Somruedee Prupruk (striker), and Rachmee Thongsoet (backup striker). Thailand dominated the first set, winning 15-12 for a 1-0 lead. Although Vietnam attempted a comeback in the following set, their serves lacked precision, allowing Thailand to secure another 15-11 victory and take the match 2-0 sets.

With this result, Thailand defeated Vietnam 2-0 overall to win the women's team championship at the 39th ISTAF World Sepaktakraw Championship 2026 King's Cup.

At 3:55 p.m. on August 10, 2025, after presiding over the opening of the "Thai Artisan Lamplight OTOP" event at Impact Muang Thong Thani, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met with officials including Nonthaburi Governor Chetsada Mosikaratana and Provincial Police Commander Dechrapi Kongdee to receive an update on the case of Chalerm Riowraeng, a former Nonthaburi MP accused of fatally shooting PAO Chairman Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenpraseurt.

Anutin stressed that he has instructed Nonthaburi officials to proceed with swift and decisive action, granting no assistance or accommodation of any kind regardless of the suspect's status, as his criminal identity is now clear. He stated that the government must enact or amend laws regarding firearm possession to eliminate all exceptions, noting that carrying firearms without valid permits is illegal under current Thai law, which no longer issues carry permits. All previous permits expired between late 2566 and early 2567 (2023-2024).

When asked about the suspect appearing casually at a news conference just hours after the shooting without being handcuffed, Anutin expressed alarm, saying such an image was unacceptable and that he had already informed Police Chief Kittirat Panpetch, who acknowledged the mistake and promised to pursue the case promptly. Anutin reaffirmed the need for urgent action and stricter enforcement of gun laws nationwide. When asked whether Bhumjaithai Party has confirmed the suspect's membership status, Anutin said the party's membership procedures are a separate democratic matter and do not concern the criminal investigation, though membership may be automatically revoked if legal procedures warrant it.

On August 10, 2569 (2026), the Thai Meteorological Department issued a 24-hour weather forecast predicting continued heavy rainfall across Thailand due to a monsoon trough passing over the northern region and northern Laos, combined with a moderately strong southwest monsoon affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. The public is urged to be vigilant against hazards from heavy and accumulated rainfall, which may cause sudden flooding and flash floods, especially in mountainous and low-lying areas near water channels. Wind and wave conditions in the northern Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand are moderately strong, with wave heights of 2-3 meters, exceeding 3 meters in thunderstorm areas. Mariners are advised to navigate cautiously and avoid thunderstorm zones, while small vessels in these areas should remain ashore.

Detailed regional forecasts (18:00 today to 18:00 tomorrow):

Northern Region: 70% thunderstorm coverage with heavy rain in some areas around Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Phayao, Nan, Uttaradit, Tak, Phitsanulok, and Phetchabun provinces. Low 23-27°C, high 31-34°C, southwest wind 10-20 km/h.

Northeastern Region: 70% thunderstorm coverage with heavy rain in some areas around Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Yasothon, Mukdahan, Amnat Charoen, Nakhon Ratchasima, Sisaket, and Ubon Ratchathani. Low 24-25°C, high 29-33°C, southwest wind 10-20 km/h.

Central Region: 40% thunderstorm coverage with heavy rain in some areas around Lopburi, Saraburi, and Kanchanaburi. Low 24-26°C, high 32-35°C, southwest wind 10-25 km/h.

Eastern Region: 70% thunderstorm coverage with heavy rain in some areas around Nakhon Nayok, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chachoengsao, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Low 24-27°C, high 31-33°C, southwest wind 20-40 km/h. Sea waves 2-3 meters, exceeding 3 meters in thunderstorm areas.

Southern Region (East Coast): 30% thunderstorm coverage, mainly around Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. Low 23-26°C, high 32-35°C, southwest wind 20-35 km/h. Sea waves 1-2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas.

Southern Region (West Coast): 40% thunderstorm coverage with heavy rain in some areas around Ranong and Phang Nga. Low 24-27°C, high 31-34°C. From Phuket northward: southwest wind 20-40 km/h, waves 2-3 meters, exceeding 3 meters in thunderstorms. From Krabi southward: southwest wind 20-35 km/h, waves about 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorms.

Bangkok and Metropolitan Areas: 70% thunderstorm coverage with heavy rain in some areas. Low 26-27°C, high 32-33°C, southwest wind 10-25 km/h.

Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchat Chomklin has expressed concern for citizens affected by pollution and environmental problems, including odors, noise, wastewater, and illegal waste disposal. He has directed the Pollution Control Department (PCD) to upgrade its complaint system, making it more accessible to the public across both central and regional offices nationwide, while systematizing solutions under the framework of "accessibility, understanding, and scientifically-based complete resolution."

PCD Director-General Dr. Surin Vorakitdamrong announced that the department is ready to proactively address all public pollution complaints through its central office and 16 regional environmental and pollution control offices covering the entire country. This allows citizens to access services directly and monitor progress closely.

Citizens can report pollution issues via the Traffy Fondue LINE Official Account (@traffyfondue), submitting messages, photos, and location coordinates. The platform also includes a web application, and complaints can be filed through the PCD hotline 1650 or via Facebook inboxes of the PCD and regional offices.

Dr. Surin emphasized that all complaint information and complainant identities will be kept confidential, with every case tracked, investigated, and handled transparently according to scientific principles while ensuring fairness to all parties. The goal is to resolve pollution problems promptly and restore quality of life while promoting sustainable environmental management and social harmony.

The National Housing Authority is pushing forward with the "Homes for Thais" program, rapidly developing housing projects and urban renewal in several areas: Thung Song Hong, Ram Intra, and Huai Khwang, along with a senior living complex in Chonburi. The agency plans to repurpose underutilized land and bank assets to generate added value while promoting clean energy toward sustainable development.

Taveepong Vichaidiset, the National Housing Authority governor, revealed that over the past six months the agency has accelerated its mission under the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security's policy, overseen by Social Development Minister Nikorn Somklong. The focus centers on eight core policies titled "Building a Good Society with Opportunities for All Thais," aiming to secure housing, improve environmental quality, and boost the efficiency of state assets to generate revenue for improving public living standards.

The National Housing Authority is fast-tracking the "Homes for Thais" program to give citizens access to quality housing in suitable locations using Universal Design principles that accommodate users of all ages. The program targets affordable housing security across five phases covering more than 44,000 units, to be submitted to the Cabinet for consideration in 2025–2032.

Phase 1 comprises five projects with 4,102 units currently under plan review, expected to be presented to the Cabinet by March 2025. Phase 2 includes four projects with 2,155 units undergoing needs assessment and financial review, targeted for Cabinet submission by April 2025. Phase 3 consists of 45 projects with 10,906 units, expected for Cabinet approval in October 2025. Phases 4 and 5 cover 21,861 and 5,279 units respectively.

The National Housing Authority is also advancing a senior living complex project in Chonburi, launching in Bang Lamung district with 1,696 units under the "Happy City" concept to support Thailand's aging society. The design follows Universal Design principles and includes both active recreation areas to promote exercise and passive areas for relaxation and quality leisure. The project will use a Design & Build + Invest model under a 30-year long-term land lease with renewal rights for an additional 30 years, enabling continuous development and management.

The authority is also continuing urban renewal projects to upgrade residents' quality of life and develop areas into modern, safe, and livable urban communities. The Din Daeng Community Revitalization Phase 2 project is progressing on schedule, including a 32-story residential building (A1) with 635 units currently under construction, expected to complete by December this year.

Mueang Kanchanaburi police have filed five charges against the driver whose sedan struck a childcare center in Ban Nong Song Tawn village, Kaeng Sian subdistrict, Mueang district, Kanchanaburi province on August 7. The crash injured 19 preschool children aged 2–4 who were napping at the time. Today, Provincial Police Commander Maj. Gen. Pesawee Ruengphu and other senior officers visited one of the injured children, 2-year-old Charintip, who suffered a head injury, to offer encouragement and gifts.

Mueang Kanchanaburi Police Commander Pol. Col. Chairat Buakham said that at the time of the incident, officers arrested the driver, identified as Chatchawal, 54, and a companion, Paanuphong, 30. Drug testing revealed both tested positive for methamphetamine, and a pistol without proper registration was found on them.

Investigators have charged both men with five offenses: driving recklessly causing injury and property damage; illegal possession of a firearm; carrying a firearm in public; drug use; and driving while under the influence of methamphetamine (Category 1). Both will be held in custody at Kanchanaburi Provincial Court, where prosecutors have filed a motion to deny bail.