On July 10, 2025, lawmakers introduced strict cannabis control legislation in response to Thailand's drug trafficking problems and international pressure. Twenty MPs led by Deputy Police Chief Thawi Sodsung submitted the draft bill for Parliament's consideration on July 8.

The proposed legislation strictly controls cannabis and hemp use, permitting production, import, export, sale, or possession only for government, medical, patient treatment, research, and scientific purposes. All activities require permits. Any use outside these approved purposes would be classified as a narcotic drug offense under criminal drug laws.

Key protections include prohibition of sales to minors under 18 and near schools, dormitories, and entertainment venues. Advertising is forbidden without authorization. Cannabis consumption is permitted only for medical treatment under physician supervision or for approved research. Driving under the influence of cannabis is prohibited.

The bill establishes a Cannabis Committee chaired by the Public Health Minister to oversee policy and promotion of medical research. The legislation aligns Thailand with the 1961 Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs by restricting cannabis to medical and scientific uses. It closes legal loopholes with clear criminal penalties for misuse, including enhanced penalties for sales to minors. The law supports research and development of cannabis applications in modern medicine, traditional Thai medicine, and science with proper safety standards and oversight.

Thai security agencies coordinated efforts to receive 79 Thai nationals returned by Cambodia at the Thai-Cambodian Friendship Bridge at the permanent Khlong Luek border checkpoint in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province, on July 10, 2026. The repatriation followed Cambodia's crackdown on scammer networks and completion of legal proceedings. Initial screening identified five returnees with involvement in a combined 20 criminal cases, who were separated for intensive investigation. All remaining individuals underwent identity verification, document checks, and data recording before transfer to the Central Investigation Police for detailed background screening and assessment of possible links to criminal activity or transnational crime networks. The Sa Kaeo Employment Office examined documents from all returnees regarding their work in Cambodia. Those unable to produce evidence of proper legal authorization to work abroad face prosecution under the Employment and Worker Protection Act, with penalties of 5,000 baht per person. Officials stated this repatriation operation is part of heightened border area security measures to prevent illegal labor migration, combat human trafficking, and monitor transnational criminal networks exploiting border areas.

On July 10, 2569, Yutthapol Srisompong, known as Johnnie Manogram, shared a conversation with Pui, the young woman at the center of the "pink bed" viral controversy. In his message, Johnnie expressed empathy for her difficult situation, saying he had experienced similar storms in life and understood how overwhelming it must feel. He acknowledged that Pui likely felt confused and judged by society, caught between right and wrong, with both criticism and encouragement coming her way.

Johnnie reflected on how people sometimes face inevitable consequences they must repay in life, and while he couldn't judge the legality or social rightness of her actions, he felt compelled to offer guidance. He noted that when she was in emotional turmoil and unclear thinking, adults offered her opportunities which she accepted—leading to her decision to debut as an artist. This decision, he said, resulted in further social condemnation.

As someone with life experience and the strength to advise, Johnnie expressed compassion for this mother of four children, fearing that negative news might push her toward self-harm. He offered his support and guidance with pure intentions, understanding the difficulty of facing social media storms and drama.

Johnnie's message to Pui concluded with: "It doesn't matter how many times you make mistakes—what matters is recognizing them."

Meanwhile, Pui confirmed that she has now signed a music label contract. Although people warned her, she admitted feeling lost during this period with no one to consult. She acknowledged being under extreme stress from news coverage, the scandal, and drama attacking her from all directions.

GCAP Gold Company Limited assesses that short-term gold prices remain volatile and is closely monitoring the Fed Minutes and critical U.S. economic indicators to evaluate future interest rate direction and monetary policy. The research division notes that if gold prices can break through the $4,250–$4,300 per ounce barrier, it signals potential reversal to an uptrend with a new trend change ahead.

Areeratana Murajariya, head analyst at GCAP Gold, revealed that gold prices opened this week on a positive note as markets increasingly believe the U.S. Federal Reserve may not need to raise interest rates further if economic data begins showing signs of slowdown. However, investors must trade cautiously while awaiting significant catalysts from the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes to assess inflation trajectory. If the Fed remains hawkish, the dollar may strengthen, creating downward pressure on near-term gold prices.

Beyond the Fed Minutes, investors must monitor other economic indicators including manufacturing and services Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) and U.S. labor market data, which are critical variables determining the Fed's interest rate path. Strong economic data could push markets back to favor maintaining elevated rates, driving dollar strength and pressuring gold prices.

Conversely, if data signals economic slowdown, it may support monetary policy easing and interest rate cuts, significantly lifting gold prices. Regarding geopolitical risk factors, GCAP Gold assesses that the Middle East remains highly fragile. Despite negotiation efforts, tensions have intensified after the U.S. launched strikes and suspended Iranian oil sales, keeping risks to global energy transport stability elevated.

If conflicts escalate and push inflation higher, it may pressure gold prices short-term through sustained high interest rates. However, long-term uncertainty reinforces gold's value as a safe-haven asset and reliable risk management tool. GCAP Gold's analysts assess that gold prices are showing rebound signals and moving within a recovery range, with key resistance at $4,250–$4,300 per ounce (approximately 66,800–67,500 baht for Thai gold). Breaking and sustaining above this level would confirm entry into an uptrend.

Key support levels sit at $4,125 and $4,065 per ounce (approximately 64,900–64,000 baht), viewed as accumulation zones. Short-term investors are advised to buy on dips and take profits gradually near resistance. Medium to long-term investors can use weakness as an opportunity to gradually accumulate more gold. Investors should continue monitoring Fed Minutes and key U.S. economic data, which will be the primary factors determining gold's price direction ahead.

Malindo, a female dog, has lived in an animal shelter in Penang, Malaysia for many years, waiting for a kind family to adopt her. As time went on, her hope slowly faded.

The shelter posted on Facebook that Malindo was once a cheerful and friendly puppy. Whenever visitors arrived, she would smile and wag her tail with joy, sometimes even trying to kiss people. But as years passed without anyone adopting her, she gradually changed her behavior, no longer rushing to greet people as she once did.

"Malindo never stopped loving humans, but no one chose her—not because she wasn't friendly or gentle, but simply because she was no longer a puppy," the shelter wrote. "She receives loving care from our staff and volunteers, but that love cannot replace what every stray dog yearns for most: a home of their own."

Then one day, a miracle happened. A couple who had recently lost two elderly dogs visited the shelter looking to welcome a new family member. After careful consideration, they decided to adopt Malindo.

"They weren't looking for a puppy; they were looking for a gentle soul. Among all the dogs waiting for adoption, they saw Malindo. Thank you for not judging her by age, and for choosing a dog that so many people had walked past. You didn't just change her future—you changed the ending she had already accepted."

Source: Noodou

Don't miss it! TEN LEE celebrates a decade in the music industry with "TEN:CORE0110 – 10th Anniversary Concert," marking an important milestone on the artist's career journey. "Once in 10 years" – TEN LEE is set to create a new phenomenon in Thailand's concert scene with a solo show widely regarded as one of the most must-see live performances of the year. Drawing on world-class vocal and dance performances combined with lavish lighting, color, and sound production, the concert will feature a full live band to deliver a multidimensional concert experience.

The special appeal extends beyond production alone, as this marks the first-ever collaboration between TEN LEE and over nine leading Thai artists sharing a single stage – a never-before-seen experience that many have called an unmissable concert where "missing it would be a major regret" and absolutely worthwhile for every moment across all three shows.

Running July 17–19, 2025 at BITEC Live, Bangna, audiences will encounter different surprises each night as TEN LEE performs alongside special guest artists including Jeff Satur, PP Krit, NONT TANONT, The Toys, NuNew, PiXXiE, URBOYTJ, Jaylerr, and SIN SINGULAR. Each show will feature a unique guest lineup with exclusive performances designed specifically for this concert, creating moments that happen only "once" on this stage.