Deputy Prime Minister Yotchanat Wongsawat ordered heightened security at educational institutions on August 14 after a string of threatening and violent messages were sent to schools nationwide. Speaking at Government House, Yotchanat, who oversees the Education Ministry, said authorities have received reports and are implementing cabinet resolutions. Education Minister Prasert Chantharangthong proposed directives for affected schools across provincial, Interior Ministry, Defence Ministry, and Higher Education Ministry groups, instructing school directors and university leaders to coordinate on communications regarding the incidents.

When asked if police and security agencies would be enlisted, Yotchanat said security forces are already handling the perimeter while officials focus on protecting people inside schools. He stressed that students, teachers, and staff must monitor each other closely during this sensitive period. Weapon screening at school entrances will continue as necessary, with Yotchanat noting that the government will implement appropriate measures suited to current circumstances.

Regarding foreign security models, Yotchanat said the Education Ministry has studied international approaches to equipment and inspection procedures and already applies comparable standards, though the current period requires heightened vigilance. He confirmed that the ministry is preparing a new Education Safety Act to be proposed to the cabinet for long-term implementation. To prevent copycat behavior, Yotchanat emphasized the importance of communication and education, noting that curricula already address digital-age rights and privacy issues. Many schools are conducting emergency evacuation drills, and officials aim this week to reassure parents and the public that schools remain genuinely safe places.

The nine-heir claim has become a focal point in a heated dispute over temple land in Muang Khon Kaen. The heirs argue the 21-rai plot remains family property because the land title still bears the original owner's name and no legal deed transfer to the temple or Buddhist authorities was ever properly executed. The heirs contend that even though a document promised the land to the temple, it contained a condition that the temple must be completed first—a condition that never came to pass after the landowner's death, thus voiding the agreement.

Questions have arisen about the landowner's true heirs, as initial reports indicated nine children, yet Pa Da's exact family relationship remained unclear. Pa Da has explained that she is a niece through the wife's side of the family and a genuine relative, adding that she would not be able to manage family affairs otherwise. Recently, on August 14, 2025, during a media program hosted by Noam Karchai, Bua Khai, the fourth daughter of the deceased, clarified that Pa Da is a relative of the landowner's wife and was brought into the family as a ninth child because she has consistently cared for everyone. The family decided not to exclude her from the inheritance given her devoted service.

The temple's abbot has displayed the original land title but says the transfer of ownership to the temple has not yet been completed. The abbot insists he will not move from his position and expressed no fear of death, stating he will not accept questionable donations and is taking precautions.

On August 14, 2025, Lieutenant General Praphas Saonjaidi, Deputy Commander of the Situation Centre and Director of the Thai-Cambodian Information Centre (JIC), unveiled the bilingual book "Truth Beyond Borders." The publication builds on a 2024 white paper and consolidates factual, verifiable information in a systematic and comprehensive framework developed under government and ministerial direction. The book covers historical background, treaties, maps, boundary demarcation processes, international court rulings, relevant legal frameworks, contemporary developments, humanitarian impacts, crisis management, and peaceful dispute-resolution mechanisms. The publication seeks to build understanding of the situation based on facts, evidence, and international law, enabling both Thai and foreign readers to access the full context fairly, embodying the concept that "truth should not be limited by borders."

On August 14, it was reported that on August 13, Air Chief Marshal Thammanat Prompow, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party and serving as the class advisor, and General Santi Sakuntanarak, president of the Royal Thai Military Academy Class of 36, organized a lunch and reunion gathering for their classmates at the Army Club on Viphavadi Rangsit Road. Classmates attended the event in full attendance. The atmosphere was warm and relaxed, filled with conversation and shared meals among classmates who had been stationed in different positions across various sectors for many years. The gathering was held to strengthen relationships and deepen bonds among Class of 36 members before entering their retirement phase, in an atmosphere marked by warmth and lifelong friendship.

PHUKET: A parliamentary committee has agreed to examine complaints by an Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) Phuket Inspector, alleging she has been unfairly made the sole focus of an investigation into an ISOC project in Phuket.

SJWD demonstrated strong risk management and adaptability amid global economic volatility, achieving record results in the second quarter of 2025. Total revenue reached 7.065 billion baht, a 9.7% increase year-on-year, while net profit surged 64% to 463.4 million baht. The board approved an interim dividend of 0.20 baht per share for the first half of the year.

Ekkapong Tangsrisanguan, Chief Financial Officer of SJWD, attributed the strong performance to rapid business adaptation, diverse logistics and supply chain services, customized solutions for clients, growing demand for warehousing and logistics services, and successful rate negotiations aligned with operational costs. Revenue increased 11.6% sequentially and 9.7% year-on-year, while net profit climbed 67.6% from the previous quarter and 64% year-on-year.

Profit contributions from associate companies reached a new high of 201.3 million baht, boosted by performance from subsidiaries including Siam Double You D Logistics, Asia Network International, Transimex Corporation in Vietnam, and SWIFT in Malaysia. Gross profit margin improved to 15.0% from 14.1% in the prior quarter and 14.0% year-on-year.

All major business segments showed strong growth compared to the prior year: general warehousing revenue rose 18.5% to 388.3 million baht; hazardous cargo warehousing increased 12.9% to 169.5 million baht; cold storage grew 20.4% to 327.0 million baht; B2B freight services climbed 11.3% to 2.36 billion baht; D2C delivery services jumped 25.0% to 616.9 million baht; multimodal transport services grew 12.5% to 283.0 million baht; and international operations rose 20.1% to 1.25 billion baht.

Tangsrisanguan noted that clients increasingly value logistics partners with flexibility, efficient risk management capabilities, and problem-solving expertise. SJWD's diverse service foundation and strong partnerships across Southeast Asia have enabled the company to attract new business during the current economic period. For the first six months of 2025, the company reported revenue of 13.397 billion baht and net profit of 739.9 million baht, up 4.0% and 14.3% respectively year-on-year.

The board approved an interim dividend of 0.20 baht per share, totaling 355.3 million baht, with an ex-dividend date of August 26, 2025 and payment on September 10, 2025. Management expects full-year performance to exceed revenue targets, supported by continued strength in both revenue and profitability.