Thailand's national team, under English coach Anthony Hudson, has made just one change to the starting eleven from their victory over Laos, with young defender Ussamma Thiang Kam starting at left back. In the 2026 AFF Hyundai Cup Group B match on August 1, Thailand will face Malaysia at Rajamangala Stadium. Thailand won their opener 5-0 against Laos, while Malaysia has already played two matches, narrowly beating Myanmar 2-1 and demolishing Laos 4-0 to earn six points. Hudson's starting lineup features goalkeeper Kampol Pathamorarkkul, defenders Nathpong Sairia, Manuel Tom Biehl, Saesorn Raatri, Sarach Yooyean (captain), midfielder Kochana Kamyok, forwards Yotskor Borupatphop, Ussamma Thiang Kam, Thirasak Phoyphimai, Narubadin Weewavatanodm, and Chaiyapol Adsathon.

The Deputy Education Minister has sent a legal team to support a 20-year-old part-time student server who alleges she was sexually assaulted by a Kanchanaburi police officer ranked Pol. Sgt. Maj. at a hotpot restaurant, pledging to pursue the case fully. On August 1, the restaurant owner in Muang District released closed-circuit camera footage implicating the officer in the alleged assault of the student, identified as Ms. A, leading to a formal complaint filed with Lat Ya Police Station. The incident reportedly began in May. Subsequently, Pol. Lt. Col. Phaswee Ruangpoo, commander of Kanchanaburi Provincial Police, ordered an investigation and established a disciplinary inquiry committee. Today, Pol. Capt. Suphap Sinak, vice commander of Don Makham Tia Police Station and head of the disciplinary committee, questioned the victim and restaurant owner as witnesses, with support from Bumipon Jongsukul, advisor to the Deputy Education Minister, attorney Sirisakdi Kanakuppt, and Pongsaphat Photthongkham, director of the Legal Aid Center, along with the Kanchanaburi Bar Association. The interrogation lasted over an hour, with the victim presenting copies of the security footage as evidence. Pol. Capt. Suphap reported that three witnesses were questioned today—the victim, restaurant owner, and manager—and findings align with reported accounts. The committee will now compile data for further action. Bumipon Jongsukul revealed he was instructed by the Deputy Education Minister and the provincial representative to oversee the case to ensure fairness to all parties, and confirmed the ministry will monitor the proceedings to conclusion and deliver justice to society.

A harrowing incident occurred when a sedan drove up an incline and struck two young children, ages 2 and 4, who were playing in front of a dormitory. Both children were injured. The driver expressed deep regret, saying he could not see them as something appeared to obstruct his view.

At 1:30 p.m. on August 1, 2025, Deputy Investigation Officer Phanutphong Chuankrathok of Muang Police Station, Nakhon Ratchasima, received a report of a vehicle collision involving injured children at Krong Kaew Dormitory, No. 430, Moo 2, Ban Nong Phot, Tambon Nong Krathuam, Muang District. He rushed to the scene with volunteer rescue personnel from Sawang Mettha Foundation.

At the dormitory entrance, a gray Toyota Yaris with license plate Ngor 8914 (Nakhon Ratchasima) was found parked. Two young boys were injured. The first, identified as Nathaphisit, age 2, a resident of the dormitory, was run over by the vehicle's wheels and lost consciousness for more than five minutes before his guardian revived him by splashing water on his face.

The second child, Pititham Raksmai, age 4, the dormitory owner's grandchild, sustained abrasions across his body. Rescue personnel immediately transported him to Maharaj Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital.

Investigation revealed that both children regularly played with toys in front of the dormitory. At the time of the incident, the 2-year-old's guardian was at work in Pak Chong District and had left the child in the care of an older sister and grandmother. The car driver, a resident of the same dormitory, was driving up the steep incline into the parking area when he struck and ran over the children.

The driver was in shock and expressed deep sorrow over the incident, stating he did not want this to happen. He said that while driving up the incline, he could not see the children, as if something was obstructing his view.

Both children are now safe. Preliminary examination showed no broken bones, and doctors performed detailed X-rays of their bodies. Results are pending confirmation. The incident serves as a cautionary tale for vehicle users entering and exiting residential areas, and parents and guardians must increase precautions and vigilance in protecting young children.

Deputy Education Minister Akkranun dispatched legal support staff from the Education Ministry and counsel to assist a 20-year-old student waitress who was allegedly harassed by a police officer, providing testimony to a disciplinary committee. In May 2569, a hot pot restaurant owner in Ladyai subdistrict, Mueang Kanchanaburi district, released closed-circuit footage exposing a vice-sergeant at Mueang Kanchanaburi police station for alleged misconduct against the young employee. Provincial Police Commander Phetchawee Ruangphu ordered an investigation, leading to the formation of a disciplinary committee.

On August 1, 2569, at Dan Makham Tia police station in Kanchanaburi, Captain Suphap Sinarak, deputy commander and chair of the disciplinary inquiry, questioned the victim, restaurant owner, and manager as witnesses. The victim and witnesses were accompanied by Bhumiphong Jongsukul, advisor to Deputy Education Minister Akkranun Kannakittinanth; Sirisak Kannakupt, legal counsel; Akkranun Pongpattana Potthongkham, director of the Kanchanaburi Bar Association's legal aid center; and Education Ministry officials to ensure fair proceedings.

The committee spent over one hour interviewing the three witnesses. The victim submitted copies of the closed-circuit footage as evidence. Captain Suphap stated that testimony aligned with the allegations and that the gathered information would be compiled for further action. Bhumiphong disclosed that Deputy Education Minister Akkranun had instructed him to monitor the case to ensure fair treatment for all parties, and that proceedings would continue until justice is served. Criminal investigators at Ladyai police station are collecting evidence to submit findings to the station commander for prosecution.

A Chinese woman shared her near-fatal experience after falling into a river while on an outing with friends. The group barely escaped drowning, saved by her golden retriever in a dramatic rescue. She explained that they were walking along a river when one friend slipped into the deep water. They rushed in to help, but found themselves trapped in danger as well—the riverbed was slippery rock, and none of them were strong swimmers. All three were close to drowning. Amid the chaos, with no clear way out and struggling desperately, hope suddenly appeared when her golden retriever swam toward them and managed to pull all three toward shallow water, allowing them to reach the shore safely. She admitted this was the closest she had ever come to death. At home, she prepared a large reward meal and invited the dog to join her at the table, but the humble dog politely declined and ate from its own corner instead. Though the incident ended warmly, it underscores an important lesson: visitors to water sources should take special precautions, especially in areas with deep water, strong currents, or slippery surfaces, to prevent unexpected accidents.

The Thailand Ranking snooker competition Round 5, "Hua Hin Cup," was held on August 1 at Hua Hin Grand Plaza Hotel in Prachuap Khiri Khan province. The final was officiated by Deputy Governor Prathip Briboonratana, Thai Billiards Association President Sunthorn Jarumant, and hotel manager Dr. Rungroach Seeluangsawat, who presented the championship trophy and prize money.

Top-ranked Thai player Krit Lertsat "Nuk Songkhla," who captured the fourth tournament title on June 20 in Phang Nga, faced Santhiphap Iimboonsu "Gig Phitsanulok," a former Thai national team snooker player competing in his first final. The match used a best-of-seven frame format. In the semifinal, Krit defeated Thepchaya Unchoo 4-1, while Santhiphap beat Nairongdet Takhuntong 4-2.

In the first frame, Nuk Songkhla broke smoothly and dominated almost the entire frame, winning 70-0. Gig Phitsanulok rebounded in frame two with a perfect break and single-shot victory of 126-0. The third frame saw both players play more cautiously, with Nuk Songkhla edging out a tight win 66-54 to lead 2-1. In frame four, Nuk Songkhla increased his intensity and won decisively 83-0, leading 3-1. In frame five, Gig Phitsanulok broke well with good ball spread but missed the black ball, allowing Nuk Songkhla to finish cleanly with 68-14.

Krit Lertsat "Nuk Songkhla" claimed victory 4-1 (70-0, 0-126, 66-54, 83-0, 68-14), securing his second consecutive championship title and 200,000 baht in prize money. Runner-up Santhiphap Iimboonsu received 80,000 baht. The highest break of the tournament went to "Tum Maownam" Ekarat Thananan with 144 points, earning 20,000 baht.

The next tournament, "Buriram Cup," will take place August 10-15 in Buriram province. Thai Billiards Association President Sunthorn Jarumant congratulated Nuk Songkhla on his back-to-back wins and praised Gig Phitsanulok for his rapid skill development, expressing confidence that the Buriram tournament will be equally compelling and help identify future national team prospects.

Nuk Songkhla acknowledged the difficulty of winning, stating he had to double his concentration and precision, as Gig Phitsanulok is an accurate and highly experienced player. For the next tournament in Buriram, Nuk Songkhla aims to secure a triple crown before representing the Thai national team at the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in Saudi Arabia later this year.