BANGKOK — 8 July 2026, A Thai woman has gone viral after sharing her experience of undergoing three separate surgeries for nearly 50 gallstones, which she believes were linked to drinking Thai iced tea every day for about a decade.

In a Facebook post, the woman shared a health warning about her daily habit of drinking Thai iced tea after it led to abdominal pain, prompting her to seek hospital treatment. Accompanying photographs of gallstones removed during treatment, she wrote: "The result of drinking #ThaiIcedTea every day: 19 gallstones."

She later followed up in the comments to answer questions from netizens, explaining that she typically drank one glass of Thai iced tea each day, sometimes two, while consuming very little plain water. She said she had maintained the habit for around 10 years before developing abdominal pain beneath the right side of her ribcage, prompting her to seek medical attention.

Doctors diagnosed her with gallstones and scheduled three surgeries. She said the first procedure was not photographed, while the images she shared online were taken after the second surgery. She added that doctors estimated she had nearly 50 gallstones in total and that a third operation was scheduled three months later.

Although the woman believes her long-term Thai iced tea habit contributed to her condition, doctors generally say gallstones develop from multiple risk factors, including genetics, diet, obesity, age, rapid weight loss and certain medical conditions. There is no conclusive evidence that drinking Thai iced tea alone directly causes gallstones, though excessive consumption of sugary beverages may contribute to overall health risks.

Thailand's stock market demonstrated clear recovery signals in June 2025 across all metrics—the index, liquidity, and foreign capital inflows—as domestic economic factors improved. The SET Index gained over 26% in the first half of the year, with market EPS surpassing 100 baht per share. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) reiterated that accurate and rapid information disclosure is crucial to maintaining confidence.

The SET reported that the overall Thai stock market improved significantly in June 2025, supported by strong returns, improved liquidity, and foreign investor buying. As domestic economic fundamentals began signaling recovery, the SET Index approached 1,600 points and delivered approximately 26% returns from the start of the year.

Chatrchai Tisadoldilok, assistant manager and head of research at the Stock Exchange of Thailand, noted that June marked a period of strengthened capital market performance. Average daily trading value on the SET and mai markets reached 74,436 million baht, a 87.7% increase compared to the same period last year and the highest level in the first half of 2025.

For the first six months of the year, average daily trading value stood at 65,931 million baht, up 57.5% year-over-year, with six trading days exceeding 100,000 million baht in value, reflecting renewed investment activity.

"June saw improvements across returns, liquidity, and foreign investment flows, with the SET Index approaching 1,600 points and gaining approximately 26% since year-start," Chatrchai said.

Foreign investors returned to buying, with net purchases of 6,906 million baht on the SET and mai in June, bringing first-half net buying to approximately 27,000 million baht. Foreign investors accounted for 53.3% of trading value in June, followed by domestic retail investors at 31.7%, domestic institutional investors at 7.4%, and securities firms at 7.7%.

Chatrchai attributed part of the foreign capital return to easing geopolitical tensions, particularly progress on Middle East peace agreements that lowered oil prices and reduced inflation concerns. However, the market must monitor fragility in peace agreements, U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate direction, and volatility from technology and artificial intelligence sector adjustments in global markets.

Thailand's improving economy supported the market, with the Bank of Thailand raising its 2025 growth forecast to 2.3% from 2%, driven by export momentum, lower-than-expected Middle East conflict impacts, and government stimulus measures. International rating agencies including Moody's and S&P Global Ratings maintained stable outlooks for Thailand's creditworthiness.

Analysts began adjusting upward earnings forecasts for multiple business sectors, with market-wide earnings per share (EPS) recently climbing above 100 baht per share.

On July 8, 2025, former National Police Commissioner Pol. Gen. Adulai Saengsingkaew personally visited to provide encouragement and assistance to Pol. Sgt. Maj. Somjai Chantrangsi, a Police Cadet Class 30 graduate experiencing financial difficulties. He was accompanied by Varangkana Wongmahajai, Social Development and Human Security Officer of Sakon Nakhon Province, and Pol. Col. Theerarak Phosirama, Deputy Commander of Border Patrol Police Region 23.

Adulai distributed 20,000 baht in immediate assistance along with essential supplies including eggs, canned fish, and medicine to relieve the officer's current hardship and provide a financial reserve for living expenses. As the former police commander, Adulai expressed his concern for fellow officers facing difficulties and said he rushed to provide help personally. He also coordinated with relevant agencies to discuss long-term approaches to improving quality of life and ensure continuous, sustainable support.

"As members of the same police family, if anyone faces hardship, we must not abandon them," Adulai stated. "I will work to coordinate with all sectors to provide full assistance, as the saying goes—'We will not abandon one another.'" His visit reflects his ongoing commitment to fellow officers even after stepping down from his position, aiming to ensure those in need receive both immediate relief and long-term care to restore their dignity and quality of life.

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.