Commerce Ministry Deputy Director Nattiya Sujinda announced that June 2025's Consumer Price Index reached 102.85, up 2.42 percent from June 2024, driven by higher domestic fuel prices that increased public transportation costs. Prepared foods like curry rice and stir-fried noodles have seen widespread price hikes with no downward trend expected. Non-food and beverage categories rose 3.31 percent from fuel and transport costs, while food and non-alcoholic beverages climbed 1.03 percent due to prepared foods and rice price increases. Core inflation excluding fresh food and energy jumped to 1.23 percent from May's 0.92 percent, bringing second-quarter inflation to 2.70 percent and six-month average inflation to 1.08 percent.

Sujinda forecast third-quarter inflation will accelerate to 2.79 percent and fourth-quarter to 3.02 percent, citing persistent single-dish meal price increases despite falling oil prices, as vendors face accumulated costs. Small vendors particularly need to raise prices 5-10 baht per meal or 10-20 percent, she explained. Full-year inflation is projected between 1.5-2.5 percent with a midpoint of 2 percent, assuming GDP growth of 1.5-2.5 percent, Dubai crude at $80-90 per barrel, and the baht at 32-33 per dollar.

The Commerce Ministry Secretary-General has instructed provincial commerce offices to monitor single-dish meal prices in their areas and address any unjustified price gouging.

The Judicial Commission unanimously approved the appointment of Veeraphong Sudavongse, Vice President of the Supreme Court, to serve as the 52nd President of the Supreme Court effective October 1, 2025. The commission held its important meeting on July 6, 2025, to consider judicial appointments and transfers scheduled for October 1, 2025. Following this approval, the Office of the Judiciary will proceed with submitting the appointment to the Royal Palace for formal endorsement.

Sudavongse holds a Bachelor of Laws from Ramkhamhaeng University and a Thai legal certificate from the Institute of Law Studies. His significant career positions include: Chief Judge of Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Court, Chief Judge of Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Court, Deputy Head of the Drug Cases Division in the Appeals Court, Director of the Moral and Ethical Misconduct Criminal Court Division 5, Head of the Consumer Cases Division in the Appeals Court Region 1, Director of the Central Moral and Ethical Misconduct Criminal Court Division, Supreme Court Judge, Head Judge Panel in the Supreme Court, and President of Region 5 Appeals Court.

He has also served in special capacities including membership on the Judicial Commission as a Supreme Court Commissioner, and has chaired committees on protecting citizens' rights and freedoms, judicial research, case management studies, and judicial system development.

Nakhon Si Thammarat — Culture Minister Sabida Thaiset inspected Wat Phra Mahathat Wormahavihar in Nakhon Si Thammarat province on July 6 to prepare for its World Heritage listing. She met with officials from the Fine Arts Department, provincial authorities, and relevant agencies, including Fine Arts Department Director Panom Boonboonchoti and Provincial Governor Somchai Lehlamnoi.

After the meeting, Thaiset disclosed that the World Heritage Center has invited Thailand to participate in the 48th ordinary session of the World Heritage Committee, scheduled for July 19-29 in Busan, South Korea. The temple will be proposed for World Heritage status based on its outstanding universal value (OUV), demonstrating the fusion of Hindu Brahmanical, Mahayana Buddhist, and Theravada Buddhist religions across Central and Southeast Asia.

The temple exhibits art and architecture, religious traditions, and local influences that shaped regional structures and meets World Heritage criteria. It reflects Hindu, Mahayana, and Theravada Buddhist influences with prototypes from Pala art in Nalanda, Central Java, Lanka, and Mon influences from Myanmar, affecting religious structures throughout Thailand, Malaysia, and elsewhere.

Thaiset expressed satisfaction that, if approved, Wat Phra Mahathat Wormahavihar would become the first World Heritage site in Southern Thailand. The Fine Arts Department and Nakhon Si Thammarat province are preparing grand celebrations throughout July.

Before formal approval, historical exhibitions about the temple and its World Heritage nomination process will be displayed, with public celebrations scheduled for July 26-27. Events include Buddhist chanting, Dharma recitation, cultural performances including Manora dance, multimedia light and sound shows depicting temple legends, and illumination of the pagoda.

The city will be decorated under the theme "Wat Phra Mahathat Wormahavihar: Faith and City, World Heritage and Humanity." Post-approval celebrations will include panel discussions, Khon dance performances, local cultural shows, and Loy Krathong ceremonies. Discussions also covered management of the World Heritage site and status reporting.

An unexpected accident occurs at a construction site during an inspection by Chao Sua Pinyao (Nong Tongsak) and Nathi (Tao Setha Phong). Episode 22 airs Monday, July 6, 2025, at 7 p.m. on Channel One 31. In Episode 23 (Tuesday, July 7), character Saai (Yuki Hai Thongkham) learns a hidden truth from her past spanning nearly twenty years while signing with a record label and recording music. Episode 24 (Wednesday, July 8) reveals that Nathi is being stalked by an unknown person, while Taew (Noo Lek Thitinunt) brings him to visit his father Chalad (Phu Thridtid Prom Bandal). In Episode 25 (Thursday, July 9), after an audio clip of a murder plot leaks, Danai (Puri Hiranyapruks) devises an escape plan. Ploy (Ying Ying Srucha) warns Tad (Chirayuth Uang Vanich) in prison that he may become a scapegoat, while Chao Sua Pinyao suffers severe stress and loses consciousness, requiring ICU admission.

The Bangkok Southern Criminal Court on July 6, 2026 delivered its verdict in case number Ø765/2565 involving the Prosecutor's Office against Tawan Taturanont (defendant 1) and seven associates. The prosecution had charged all eight defendants with violations under Articles 112-116 of the Criminal Code and for jointly disobeying an official's lawful order, which all defendants denied. During proceedings, defendant 3, Netiporn, died, and her case was dismissed as criminal prosecution rights terminated upon death.

The court found defendants 1, 2, and 4-8 guilty under Criminal Code Section 368, and defendant 6 also guilty under Section 138. Regarding defendant 6's multiple offenses, the court consolidated the sentences. For failing to comply with the official's lawful order, each defendant was fined 5,000 baht. For obstructing an official's duties, defendant 6 received a three-month prison sentence, with an additional one-third enhancement under Section 92, resulting in a four-month sentence plus a 5,000 baht fine. Failure to pay the fine would result in additional penalties under Sections 29-30 of the Criminal Code. Other claims were dismissed, and confiscated signage was ordered returned to its owner.

BOWKYLION (Bowkylion), the stage name of Boke Nichada Verasuthimaas, is a contemporary pop artist from What The Duck Records known for multiple viral singles. Earlier this year, she announced her second solo concert "KARAWA CONCERT" at Impact Arena in Muang Thonburi, which sold out within a single day due to overwhelming demand.

Beyond music, Bowkylion recently starred in the film "Khang Ban," which grossed over 100 million baht and marked her successful transition into acting. She also collaborated on the theme song "Dang Jai Fan" for the period fantasy BL series "Lop Thoe: Love Upon a Time Series" by Doomindie, blending traditional Thai vocals and instruments in a contemporary style that became another viral hit.

Her latest release, "Hourglass (sign)," continues this exploration of Thai musical identity. The single uses the hourglass as a metaphor for relationships in decline. Unlike regular clocks, hourglasses can be flipped to restart, mirroring how love often restarts after moments of ending. The lyrics explore how forgiveness becomes a shield against pain while the underlying issues remain unhealed, causing relationships to gradually dissolve like sand slipping away.

The song's pop arrangement incorporates contemporary Thai musical elements through its melody, showcasing a musical direction Bowkylion has not previously explored. The lyrical sophistication, combined with the music, deepens the emotional impact. The music video features actress Janis Janesita portraying a touching girl love narrative, creating compelling chemistry that invites audiences to follow along.