On July 8, 2569, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Chai Wachrayong revealed that discussions were held with key stakeholders including Sarawutti Nuengchamnong, Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture; veterinarian Somchuan Rattanmanglananth, Director-General of the Department of Livestock; the National Pig Breeders Association; the Thai Swine Farm Veterinary Control Association; and the animal medicine business association regarding solutions to Thailand's pork industry challenges.

Two main initiatives were discussed: First, establishing a fair livestock product price floor, following a proposal from Somsak Thepsutin, chairman of the ministerial policy committee, submitted on June 18, 2569. This aims to set a fair live-weight pork price at farm gates to ensure stability for all farm sizes and prevent losses for producers.

Second, establishing a fair pricing structure for animal feed raw materials, particularly animal corn and soybean meal, the main feed ingredients, to ensure equitable pricing without burdening the livestock sector.

The meeting also addressed foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) SAT 1 virus outbreak concerns, which spreads among cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle, buffalo, goats, sheep, and pigs through infected animal movement along Thailand's borders. Comprehensive prevention and control measures are being implemented, with the Department of Livestock enhancing surveillance, prevention, control, disease eradication efforts, and diagnostic preparedness to prevent domestic spread.

SM Entertainment officially announced that Winwin, also known as Dong Si Cheng, has ended his contract with the agency and will step down as a member of NCT after 10 years of collaboration. The agreement takes effect on July 9, 2025, following amicable communication and consultation between both parties. From the contract termination date onward, all of Winwin's entertainment work will be managed exclusively by his own studio.

Winwin shared his feelings about the departure, saying that the past 10 years have passed quickly. He expressed gratitude to SM Entertainment for giving him the opportunity to debut as a trainee and become a member of NCT 127 and WayV, as well as perform on stages around the world. Reflecting on the decade, despite experiencing difficult, exhausting, and disappointing moments, he cherishes the joy, impressions, and precious memories more. These experiences and memories have been the driving force that helped him grow into who he is today. The past 10 years will remain the most valuable memories of his life.

He also thanked all his fans, especially Czennie and WayZenNi, for their continuous support and companionship. He will not forget his initial dreams, will continue to develop himself, and hopes that his fans will experience only happiness, peace, and fulfillment in everything.

On July 8, 2025, cyber police under the command of Lieutenant General Surpol Prembut, head of the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau, ordered the arrest of Ms. Ploy Nam Petch, 24, from Khon Kaen province. Officers seized 112 electronic cigarettes of various brands from her residence. Police investigation found that she had been illegally selling e-cigarettes to the general public and students from her rented room in Tambon Sila, Muang district, Khon Kaen, located near a well-known university. During questioning, she admitted to selling e-cigarettes for eight months, sourcing them from Southern Thailand through the LINE application and reselling them at a 50-baht profit per unit through the same platform. Her customer base consisted primarily of students, teenagers, and local residents. She faces charges under laws regarding concealment, sale, transport, purchase, or receipt of goods known to be untaxed, restricted, or prohibited items that bypassed customs, or were imported while evading duties.

On July 8, 2568, the National Anti-Corruption Commission announced it has elevated the local government examination corruption case to special case status. The investigation targets the director-general of the Department of Local Administration, intermediaries, and test-takers who purchased scores. The NACC has gathered sufficient evidence that officials manipulated exam scores and collected money from applicants in exchange for helping them pass the 2568 civil service recruitment examination.

NAAC Secretary-General Surpong Intrathaweun stated that investigators have compiled evidence indicating the department's director-general and associates fraudulently altered exam scores and demanded payments from candidates. The case has been designated a special case due to its national importance and widespread impact.

The NACC committee approved establishing a special investigation committee under the Anti-Corruption Act to examine four groups: senior officials at the Department of Local Administration; state officials involved in exam administration; non-state individuals including those who altered answer sheets, collected bribes, and received score modifications; and any other involved parties.

The NACC will coordinate with the Royal Thai Police and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to assist in the inquiry. The investigation will pursue all persons involved in the fraudulent examination scheme.

Pop superstar Khalid is set to perform his "It's Always Summer Somewhere Tour" in Bangkok on November 29, 2025, at UOB Live Mosphere, organized by Live Nation Tero. The chart-topping artist, famous for the Thai-favorite hit "Young Dumb and Broke," has built a global music phenomenon since his teenage years.

Khalid's breakthrough single "Location" earned Diamond certification from the RIAA, launching him to a record deal with Right Hand Music Group/RCA Records. His debut album American Teen achieved 4x Platinum status, while his second album Free Spirit debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, featuring the hit single "Talk," which earned a Grammy nomination.

The artist has become a defining voice in contemporary pop and R&B, with over 35.6 billion streams worldwide across all platforms. He has received seven Grammy nominations and won numerous prestigious awards, including six Billboard Music Awards, four American Music Awards, two iHeartRadio Music Awards, and an MTV Video Music Award.

Khalid has collaborated with leading artists including Normani on "Love Lies," Halsey and Benny Blanco on "Eastside," and worked with Alicia Keys, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, and many others. In recent years, he contributed to the Barbie film soundtrack and toured with Ed Sheeran across North America.

In 2024, Khalid released his third album Sincere, reflecting his artistic and personal growth. His latest album After The Sun Goes Down, released in October 2024, features 17 tracks blending smooth R&B with electropop and 80s synth influences. The album received praise for being "Vibrant," "Authentic," and "Slinky," with hit singles including "In Plain Sight" and "Nah." Khalid recently received Billboard's "Disruptor" award at the 2025 Live Billboard Music Summit, honoring his influence on music, genre diversity, and creative innovation.

He has also found success in dance and electronic music with "Nobody (Make Me Feel)" featuring Oskar Med K, followed by "Save My Love," a collaboration with KYGO and Griffyn in 2025.

Ticket presale for fan club members begins July 13 (12:00-23:59). Mastercard holders in Thailand can purchase presale tickets from 12:00 on Tuesday, July 14, until 11:59 on Wednesday, July 15. UOB cardholders also receive presale access.

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has partnered with the private sector to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure as part of its commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

On July 8, 2026, at Zeekr House Charoen Nakhon in Thon Buri district, Deputy Bangkok Governor's Office Permanent Secretary Lertlak Leelarueangsang attended a press conference and co-chaired the opening ceremony of a new EV charging station. She delivered a keynote address titled "Sustainable Mobility for Carbon-Free Future." Executives from the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), TPM Group, Zeekr Thailand, and representatives from government agencies and private companies also participated.

Lertlak emphasized that the BMA has prioritized sustainable urban development and climate action through its Climate Change Master Plan. The city has introduced major initiatives including the Bangkok Energy Action Plan and the Waste and Wastewater Action Plan to achieve significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

Bangkok aims to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, with an interim target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 49% by 2030—equivalent to approximately 10.15 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent. The strategy focuses on four key sectors: energy, transportation, waste and wastewater management, and green urban development.

The transport sector offers the greatest opportunity for emissions reduction, accounting for up to 39% of the city's overall reduction target. Promoting electric vehicles is therefore critical to reducing air pollution, cutting greenhouse gas emissions, and improving residents' quality of life.

The BMA continues to advance clean-energy transportation through initiatives such as the BMA Feeder electric bus service, which connects with mass transit routes, and electric passenger boats operating on Khlong Saen Saep. The city is also gradually replacing government vehicles with EVs to model low-carbon public sector operations.

Lertlak stated that the new charging station represents a significant milestone in public-private cooperation to strengthen EV infrastructure. The project is expected to enhance convenience for EV users, boost consumer confidence, support Thailand's electric vehicle industry growth, and help transform Bangkok into a sustainable low-carbon city.

"The BMA is committed to working with government agencies, the private sector and the public to develop cleaner transport systems, improve energy efficiency, embrace future technologies and enhance people's quality of life while achieving Bangkok's Net Zero goal by 2050," she said.

The newly opened ZEEKR Power TPM 960 Ultra Fast Charging station is located at the Bukkhalo intersection on Charoen Nakhon Road. With 960-kilowatt charging capacity, it is Thailand's most powerful EV charging station.