PHUKET: The family of a Phuket man has donated his organs and eyes following his death, offering hope to as many as eight patients awaiting life-saving transplants.

Driver finds woman’s body in car after unknowing journeyLegacyA Thai driver discovered the body of an unidentified woman in the back seat of his car after arriving at his destination in Samut Prakan in the early hours of today, July 16. The driver, 61 year old Chanasin, contacted officers from Samrong Tai Police Station after finding the body in his black Nissan sedan, which was parked at the entrance to Chao Pho Thap Samrong Shrine on Thang Rotfai Sai Kao Road in Phra Pradaeng district. Police, forensic officers and rescuers from the Por Teck Tung Foundation attended the scene. They found the body of a woman believed to be between 60 and 70 years old seated in the back seat of the vehicle. Investigators said the woman was leaning against the back seat and was not carrying any identification documents. An initial examination found no visible injuries or signs of assault, and officers believe she had been dead for several hours. Photo via DailyNews According to police, Chanasin appeared shocked while giving his statement. He told investigators he had never met the woman and denied any involvement in her death. Chanasin said he runs a butcher’s stall at Samrong Market. After closing his business the previous afternoon, he drove home to his condominium in Soi Wat Dan and parked the car as usual. He explained that he was unable to lock the vehicle because its locking system was broken. The following morning, he drove to the market to prepare for work and noticed nothing unusual during the journey. As he reached for a bag on the front passenger seat shortly before arriving, he said he felt something touch his back. Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวสารเมืองปราการ When he turned around, he saw what appeared to be a human foot. After switching on the interior light, he discovered the woman’s body in the rear seat. He told police he immediately got out of the vehicle and contacted officers. Chanasin told investigators he believes the woman may have entered the unlocked car while it was parked, possibly to shelter from the weather or rest. He suggested she may have died from an underlying medical condition. Officers transferred the body to the Central Institute of Forensic Science for an autopsy. Police also collected evidence, including latent fingerprints, as part of efforts to identify the woman and determine the circumstances surrounding her death. Photo via DailyNews The story Driver finds woman’s body in car after unknowing journey as seen on Thaiger News.

Maha Sarakham—July 16, 2025. A solemn atmosphere filled the grounds of Ban Nong Khuean Chang Temple in Mueang District, Maha Sarakham Province, as relatives, friends, and villagers gathered to pay respects after the family of Ladawalai Netsopha, known as "Nong Prae," age 20, received her remains. She was one of the victims of a fire at an entertainment venue in Bangkok's Ladprao area. The Po Tek Tung Foundation brought her body to Maha Sarakham in the early morning hours, and the family decided to hold a funeral service at the temple for convenience, since their home is located far from town.

Sukhanya Sena, village headman of Don Tal Village, stated that Nong Prae was a kind, diligent, and selfless young woman who served as a volunteer and youth leader in the community. She excelled in school and worked part-time jobs whenever she had free time to help support her family. Her household consisted of only four members—her father, grandfather, older sister, and herself. Despite her circumstances, Nong Prae demonstrated remarkable determination, once collecting milk containers at street intersections and reselling goods to earn income. She worked while completing secondary school and later enrolled at Ramkhamhaeng University in Bangkok while continuing to work, sending money home each month to care for her father and grandfather.

The village headman expressed deep sorrow, noting that Nong Prae was just beginning to build a promising future through both her studies and work. He called on authorities to provide comprehensive support to the family, as they had lost their primary breadwinner.

Nong Prae's older sister, Lakkhana Netsopha, known as "Nong Gaem," revealed that on the night of the incident, her sister had asked permission to go out with friends, saying she would visit a restaurant. Nong Gaem received a call from a friend alerting her to the fire. After viewing photos of victims at Phahol Yothin Police Station and identifying the young woman in a red dress and high heels as her sister, she traveled to the police hospital to provide a DNA sample for official identification.

Nong Gaem also recounted an unusual omen: she typically turned off her phone while sleeping, but that night she had inexplicably left it on with the volume up. She spoke through tears, saying that both she and her sister were the pillars of their family, contributing approximately 10,000 baht monthly to care for their father and grandfather. With her sister's death, she expressed uncertainty about how to move forward, as they had spent every day together. She called on the business operator to take responsibility and provide appropriate compensation to the bereaved family.

The funeral service for Nong Prae was held on July 16, 2025, at Ban Nong Khuean Chang Temple in Mueang District, amid the grief of family members, relatives, and villagers struggling to come to terms with the loss.

According to a new study released by the Pew Research Center, a non-partisan US-based think tank, 25 of 36 countries surveyed now view China more positively than the United States—marking the first time this finding has emerged since the organization began tracking global opinion in 2002, 24 years ago. The research shows that favorable views of China have reached historic highs in many countries, while perceptions of the United States have declined significantly. Over 42,000 respondents across 36 countries surveyed between February and May expressed low confidence in both US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, although Xi received higher confidence ratings than Trump. The survey found that the United States is still seen as more respectful of individual freedoms than China, but China is viewed as less likely to meddle in other nations' affairs than the US. The Pew Research Center noted that favorable views of the US had dropped sharply in the past, including in 2008 during the final years of President George W. Bush's administration and in 2017 at the beginning of Trump's first term, but Chinese favorability ratings had remained at similar or slightly lower levels during those periods. Among the countries with the most positive views of China are Spain, Indonesia, Italy, Greece, and Canada, while the six countries that still favor the United States are mostly strong US allies: Poland, the Philippines, South Korea, India, Japan, and Israel.

On July 15, 2026, the Army Region 2 Command invited the public, runners, and health enthusiasts to join the charitable walk-and-run event "RUN FOR HONOR 2026" under the theme "Every Step for the Honor of the Sacrificed." The event will take place on December 20, 2026, at Pra Sat Ta Khwai and Hill 350, bringing people together to remember the bravery and sacrifice of those who served to protect Thailand.

This is not merely a competitive race or fitness activity, but a run along a historic path where participants can experience the true meaning of honor, sacrifice, and remembrance through each step across a place of national pride. The route reflects the courage and selfless dedication of heroes who gave their lives for the country.

The Army Region 2 Command invites all sectors of society to participate in "RUN FOR HONOR 2026" on December 20, 2026, to commemorate this significant day and create another moment in history where every step of the run carries meaning to honor the fallen. This is where their stories of heroism begin, waiting for everyone to take part together.