A 49-year-old woman identified as Ms. A filed a report on July 8, 2025 at Chaiyawan Police Station, accusing a relative of defrauding her of over one million baht. The man, identified as Tao (pseudonym), 31, impersonated a municipal deputy and convinced her that he could secure a position for her son as a community development officer at a municipality in Tha Khantho District, Kalasin Province. Ms. A, who was working abroad at the time and had saved substantial money, transferred multiple payments to the suspect. Her son never received the job, and when she demanded a refund, Tao produced forged documents from the Ministry of Interior's Community Development Department and promised repayment—a promise he never kept.

Police Colonel Ratthapolchai Phensongkram, Chaiyawan Station Commander, revealed that Tao has a pattern of impersonating municipal deputies across multiple districts in Kalasin Province to defraud relatives into paying for fake job placements. The suspect also forged official letters bearing the signatures of high-ranking government officials. In addition to Ms. A's case, police have identified at least one other woman in Khu Khiao District who lost hundreds of thousands of baht in a similar scheme. Tao initially agreed to repay Ms. A in one case, but refused to compensate her in the son's employment fraud. Police indicated they would pursue charges of impersonating a government official and forging official documents, even if the fraud statute of limitations has expired.

Tao later contacted the station commander, admitting he impersonated a municipal deputy out of financial desperation but claiming he never intended for the situation to escalate this far. He indicated he is currently in Bangkok and will report to investigators on Monday, July 13, 2025 to be formally charged.

On July 8, 2025, Cholthida Phonsan, a popular model and net idol with over a million followers, posted a video on her Facebook page with the caption: "The person who promised to take the best care of me is the one who hurt me the most."

The video shows a violent bedroom altercation between a man and woman. The man physically assaults the woman while she attempts to defend herself. Despite her resistance, the stronger man overpowers her, positioning himself on top while she is below, repeatedly striking her with his fists. The clip runs for over 1.27 minutes.

In a follow-up comment, Cholthida provided context for the incident: She explained her boyfriend found a video clip on her phone from a Songkran gathering she did not attend—it had been airdropped to her by an acquaintance, but he didn't believe her explanation. During this year's Songkran, she was bedridden with illness. She revealed they had previously broken up because he had caused her to have her nails removed. She attempted to move on by talking to others and staying in touch with him while trying to distance herself emotionally. Eventually they reconciled, but he discovered her messages with another person, accused her of infidelity, and assaulted her. She acknowledged her own responsibility for not cleanly ending things before communicating with someone else.

She stated: "I have stepped away completely and will never go back. I have filed a police report. How many more people will this happen to?"

The post has received overwhelming support from commenters offering encouragement, expressing shock at the violence, urging her to pursue charges, and hoping she never returns to the relationship. Many praised her decision to leave and move forward.

The annual major merit-making ceremony on the 7th lunar month took place at the Naga Shrine landmark in Nakhon Phanom province, drawing devotees from across Thailand and the Mekong River region. Ms. Khrongkwan Lertcharunanth, CEO of LUMMAX, joined with Lumpinee Boxing Stadium and the Royal Thai Army to present a ceremonial garland to the shrine. The initiative stemmed from Ms. Khrongkwan's strong devotion, as she commissioned and donated the garland as an offering to show the highest respect while helping preserve the province's cherished traditions and spiritual heritage.

During the auspicious occasion, Ms. Khrongkwan and representatives from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium and the Royal Thai Army made prayers seeking blessings for the nation's peace and prosperity. They prayed for the safety and success of military personnel and government officials serving the country, as well as strength and morale in all their missions.

Participants also petitioned the shrine to grant blessings to all devotees, requesting good health, career and business success, prosperity, wealth, and fulfillment of all aspirations, along with continued good fortune.

Police Lieutenant Pornchai Luea-phol of Plutaung Station in Chonburi received a report at 5:50 p.m. on July 8, 2569 of assault and poisoning at a health massage shop along Sukhumvit Road in Sattahip. Two victims were found: a 57-year-old man (name withheld) in critical condition after ingesting bathroom cleaner, and a 48-year-old woman (name withheld) with injuries from strangulation, forced ingestion of bathroom cleaner, and electrical burns on her neck and right hand. Both remain hospitalized in the emergency room unable to give statements.

According to the woman's friend who witnessed the incident, she had stepped out briefly when the shop owner called her back urgently. Security footage showed the man assaulting the woman near the bathroom. Upon arriving, the friend found the front door locked from inside. Seeing them struggle, she sought help from a neighbor and entered from the back entrance. She discovered the man forcing bathroom cleaner into the woman's mouth and then his own, with an electrical cord plugged into an outlet causing both to be electrocuted. Her attempt to help resulted in her being shocked as well. She managed to pull the man away and fled to seek neighborhood assistance. Both victims were unconscious when authorities arrived.

The friend revealed the woman had mentioned her husband traveled from Samut Prakan and they had been quarreling over family matters. Investigators collected evidence at the scene, including electrical wire and a bottle of bathroom cleaner. They await the victims' recovery before conducting detailed statements and proceeding with legal action.

ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong has spoken about muay thai legend Rodtang Jitmuangnon, saying lawsuits involving the fighter are currently ongoing in Thailand, Singapore, and Japan. Sityodtong noted that Rodtang's camp at Jitmuangnon oversees his affairs and that he still communicates with them, though he is uncertain what may happen next.

Sityodtong described Rodtang as genuinely good-hearted but susceptible to poor influence. He explained that since Rodtang became famous and wealthy, new people around him have been feeding him bad advice and leading him astray. According to Sityodtong, Rodtang had a new personal manager last year who made numerous mistakes, requiring lawyers in Japan, Singapore, and Thailand to handle the fallout. Sityodtong stated he is unaware of all the details in each country's legal proceedings.

On July 8, 2025, at 3 p.m., tourist police officials handed over 8,987 baht to Thassakcorn, a law-abiding citizen from San Pa Pao subdistrict, San Sai district, Chiang Mai, after the one-year legal waiting period expired with no claimant coming forward.

Thassakcorn had found the cash at Kad Maprao market on June 16, 2024, along with documentation bearing the name Ms. Annabell, a German tourist. He immediately reported the discovery to tourist police, who launched efforts to locate and contact the owner.

Despite extensive attempts to track down the tourist over the past year, no one claimed the money or came forward as the rightful owner. Following Thai Civil and Commercial Code Article 1325, which establishes the rights of finders to unclaimed property, police invited Thassakcorn to verify the documents and cash amount. All items were confirmed to be intact and complete. Police then transferred full ownership of the funds to Thassakcorn for him to claim under applicable law.

Tourist police commended Thassakcorn's honesty and integrity in reporting the found money from the very first day. His actions exemplify the highest standards of conduct and create a positive impression for Thai tourism.