On July 4, 2025, Thailand's Meteorological Department forecasted heavy rainfall in some areas over the next 24 hours, with very heavy rain in parts of the upper North, upper Northeast, and East regions. A monsoon trough is passing through the upper North and northern Laos, moving into tropical storm Maysak, while a strong southwest monsoon covers the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. The public is urged to be cautious of heavy to very heavy rainfall and accumulated precipitation, which may cause flash floods and flash flooding, especially in hillside and low-lying areas near water sources.

Waves in the upper Andaman Sea are moderately strong, with heights of 2-3 meters, exceeding 3 meters in thunderstorm areas. The lower Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand have waves around 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm zones. Fishermen are advised to navigate carefully and avoid thunderstorm areas. Small boats in the upper Andaman Sea should remain ashore.

Weather forecast for Thailand from 6:00 PM today to 6:00 PM tomorrow:

North: 70% thunderstorms with heavy rain in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Tak, Kamphaeng Phet, Uttaradit, Phitsanulok, and Phetchabun; very heavy rain in Chiang Rai, Phayao, and Nan. Low 23-26°C, high 31-34°C. Southwest winds 10-20 km/h.

Northeast: 70% thunderstorms with heavy rain in Loei, Nong Bua Lamphu, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Mukdahan, Amnat Charoen, and Ubon Ratchathani; very heavy rain in Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, and Nakhon Phanom. Low 23-26°C, high 30-34°C. Southwest winds 10-20 km/h.

Central: 70% thunderstorms with some heavy rain in Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Kanchanaburi, and Ratchaburi. Low 22-27°C, high 34-36°C. Southwest winds 10-25 km/h.

East: 70% thunderstorms with heavy rain in Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, and Rayong; very heavy rain in Chanthaburi and Trat. Low 24-28°C, high 30-33°C. Southwest winds 20-35 km/h. Waves around 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas.

South (East Coast): 30% thunderstorms with some heavy rain in Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan. Low 23-25°C, high 32-35°C. From Surat Thani upward: southwest winds 20-35 km/h, waves 1-2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorms. From Nakhon Si Thammarat downward: southwest winds 15-30 km/h, waves around 1 meter, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorms.

South (West Coast): 30% thunderstorms, mainly in Ranong and Phang Nga. Low 23-27°C, high 30-34°C.

An American couple held an unusual wedding ceremony on a water slide at a Wisconsin water park, wearing full bridal and formal attire. Keisha and Jon Lakoduk from North Dakota renewed their vows in a special ceremony at a water park in Wisconsin before sliding down the water slide together in their wedding clothes, creating a spectacle for onlookers.

This daring activity is not merely for publicity, but part of their mission to break the Guinness World Record for the most vow renewals within a 30-day period. Additionally, Keisha aims to set a personal record as the bride who has slid down water slides in a wedding dress the most times.

Jon told local media WKOW, which was subsequently covered by People magazine: "As soon as we thought of the idea of getting married at a water park, we knew we had to do it at the water park capital of the world, and Land of Natura is the perfect place."

Before arriving in Wisconsin, the couple had already renewed their vows in multiple states including Idaho, Arizona, Las Vegas, North Dakota, and Utah.

The couple explained that instead of holding one large wedding, they chose to travel to different locations to hold ceremonies so that relatives and friends living in different states could celebrate the important moment themselves without incurring expenses or traveling far to gather in one place.

This concept transformed the couple's vow renewal into a "road trip wedding" that both creates shared memories with loved ones and may also lead them to become world record holders.

The Rak Dharma Party is pushing for reforms to the Hajj Promotion Act to strengthen protections for pilgrims and close loopholes exploited by fraudsters. On July 4, 2569, Deputy Party Leader Najmuddin Umar stated that many pilgrims losing the opportunity to perform this sacred religious duty represents an unacceptable tragedy that proves the state must urgently update relevant laws to prevent citizens from becoming victims of fraud repeatedly.

Umar explained that the Rak Dharma Party has recognized this problem for some time and submitted a draft Hajj Business Act to Parliament beginning May 28, 2569, making it the first political party to propose amendments to the current Hajj Promotion Act of 1981, which is now obsolete and insufficient for protecting citizens.

The new legislation's core objective is to shift the law's focus from "promotion" to genuine "regulation and consumer protection" for pilgrims. It includes stronger oversight measures for hajj service providers, stricter penalties for violators, and an insurance system or compensation fund to reimburse victims without requiring them to await court proceedings.

"It's time for Parliament to fast-track this bill into the consideration agenda because every day the outdated law remains in effect only increases opportunities for fraudsters to exploit the faith of Muslim pilgrims," Umar stated.

The party pledged to continue pushing the legislation to completion, establishing a standardized, transparent hajj industry oversight system that genuinely protects pilgrims' rights. Umar called on all political parties to collaborate in advancing the bill and requested the Prime Minister's endorsement, noting it is a financial bill. He also thanked all parties assisting with the case of 150 residents from three southern provinces who were defrauded by operators and unable to perform umrah on July 3, 2569.

Miss Earth Thailand organization held a strategic planning meeting led by Dr. Nong-Sirikarn Unsnkran, organization president, and Noy-Naruepon Narupiti, vice chair, joined by competition manager Mek-Jirrkitti, TV host Tao Teevipol, Miss Earth Fire Thailand 2025 Mor Love-Surangkhana Khunnern, and Mister Earth 2025 representatives Bhak Paphangkorn, Bobby Panachai, Earth Voradorn, Berth Nattha, Thom Tasuwan, and Brand Ambassador Yot Rawangphan to refine competition strategy.

Dr. Nong explained the competition's new direction: "We need strategic adjustments to empower contestants to demonstrate genuine spirit and implement projects that truly benefit the world. This meeting brainstormed major issues including improving quality of life, strengthening family institutions to reduce workplace stress, addressing global warming, PM 2.5 pollution, and overwhelming waste management through practical solutions that can drive real behavioral change. We aim to partner with government and private sectors so contestants become part of sustainable global community and environmental progress. If we don't care for the world, the world won't care for us. This competition isn't just pageantry—it's building confidence and getting everyone involved in protecting our planet together," Dr. Nong concluded, inviting interested applicants to register from today through August 9, 2026.

Miss & Mister Earth Thailand 2026 Schedule: Today–August 9, 2026: Application period opens August 3, 2026: Official press conference August 16, 2026: Audition round August 19–23, 2026: Hybrid training camp activities August 24–28, 2026: Full training camp at N Sirinart Hotel, Lam Luk Ka, Pathum Thani August 26, 2026: Swimsuit round at N Sirinart Hotel, Lam Luk Ka, Pathum Thani August 30, 2026: Final round at CDC Crystal Design Center

A woman was shocked to receive a mysterious invitation to a baby shower, only to discover that the father of the unborn child was her own husband. Adding to her shock, she realized her husband's family knew about the affair all along.

Sometimes infidelity is exposed through unexpected events, as in the viral story of Lorelia, who uncovered her husband's betrayal through a baby shower invitation.

Lorelia shared her story on TikTok, explaining that she initially felt confused upon receiving an invitation to a baby shower from an anonymous person, as she didn't recognize the woman's name on the card. Driven by curiosity, she investigated further and was devastated to find photos from the expectant parents showing her husband posing with the pregnant woman.

In that moment, everything became clear. Lorelia realized her husband had been unfaithful and had even fathered a child with another woman. What shocked her even more was that the baby shower was being held at her husband's parents' house.

This realization made Lorelia certain that her husband's family was already aware of the affair. She felt betrayed not only by her husband but also by the family she had grown close to. Instead of immediately venting her anger, Lorelia did something unexpected—she decided to attend the party herself.

Her sudden appearance transformed the atmosphere instantly. Her husband was startled to see his wife there. This was the moment when all the lies were finally exposed. Soon after this incident, Lorelia filed for divorce. During the divorce proceedings, she secured rights to the house, boat, and Porsche that she had owned during their marriage. Later, she discovered that her sister-in-law had intentionally sent her the invitation to reveal the truth that had been concealed all along.

Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Supachai Suthammaphand visited the 'Fragrant Coconut Community Enterprise' cooperative at Coconut Breeze in Damnernsaduak district, Ratchaburi province, to monitor progress and meet with coconut farmers and local operators. The initiative aims to strengthen Thailand's fragrant coconut industry across the entire supply chain, from product collection and marketing to processing, financing, and value creation from all coconut parts, while promoting circular economy principles and zero-waste concepts to stabilize prices and increase farmer income sustainably.

Suthammaphand stated that the field visit aims to monitor concrete and sustainable progress in solving fragrant coconut problems. Following market flooding and price pressure, the Commerce Ministry had assigned the Internal Trade Department to purchase products at market-leading prices and coordinated with private companies including fuel stations and Modern Trade to purchase over 10 million coconuts. However, with daily market supply reaching approximately 2 million coconuts, these measures alone proved insufficient, necessitating comprehensive systemic restructuring to ensure sustainability.

The minister identified another critical issue: the product collection system includes both standard and non-standard operators, leading to farmer price compression. The Commerce Ministry coordinated with parliamentary representatives and the Thai Fragrant Coconut Association to establish community enterprises as quality product collection centers offering fair-price selling alternatives while upgrading quality standards. Ratchaburi province serves as the pilot area, with plans to expand to major producing provinces including Samut Songkhram, Samut Sakhon, Nakhon Pathom, and other coconut-growing regions.

Additionally, the Commerce Ministry requested cooperation with Kasetsart University to develop management models enabling sustainable long-term community enterprise operations, with knowledge transfer to other areas, particularly Ratchaburi, which is studying feasibility for establishing additional enterprises in Bang Pae district before nationwide expansion to major coconut-producing provinces. The ministry is also intensifying inspections of coconut processing operations and community enterprise purchasing practices.