The Thai Meteorological Department issued a seven-day weather forecast for July 6-12, 2569, warning of heavy and continuous rainfall from July 10 onward and cautioning against flash floods, flash flooding, and overflowing riverbanks. The forecast tracks Typhoon Bawei's trajectory across the Pacific region.

From July 7-9, rainfall will decrease nationwide but heavy rain is expected in parts of the northern and upper northeastern regions as a monsoon trough shifts northward over Myanmar, southern China, and upper Vietnam. Southwest monsoon winds maintain moderate strength over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. Waves in the northern Andaman Sea will reach approximately 2 meters, while the southern Andaman Sea and upper Gulf will see 1-2 meter waves, with higher waves exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas.

From July 10-12, rainfall increases with heavy precipitation expected in the north, northeast, and western south. Some areas in the northeast will experience very heavy rain as the monsoon trough shifts southward over Myanmar, Laos, and upper Vietnam. The southwest monsoon strengthens over the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand. Waves in the northern Andaman Sea will reach 2-3 meters, exceeding 3 meters in thunderstorm areas, while the southern Andaman Sea and upper Gulf see approximately 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters with thunderstorms.

Typhoon Bawei, currently in the Pacific Ocean, is expected to move through Taiwan on July 11-12. Travelers to that region should check weather conditions before departure.

Public Warning: Residents of Thailand, especially in the northern and upper northeastern regions, must exercise caution against dangers from heavy and accumulated rainfall that may cause flash floods, flash flooding, and overflowing riverbanks, particularly in foothill areas, near waterways, and in low-lying zones. Fishermen in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand should navigate cautiously and avoid areas with thunderstorms. Small vessels in the northern Andaman Sea should remain ashore from July 10-12.

Regional Weather Forecast, July 6-12, 2569:

North: July 7-10 sees thunderstorms in 40-60 percent of the area with some heavy rain. July 11-12: thunderstorms in 60-70 percent with heavy rain in places. Southwest winds 10-20 km/hr. Low 24-27°C, High 30-36°C.

Northeast: July 7-10 thunderstorms in 30-40 percent, mainly in the upper region with heavy rain in places. July 11-12: thunderstorms in 60-70 percent with heavy rain. Southwest winds 10-25 km/hr. Low 23-27°C, High 28-36°C.

Central: July 7-10 thunderstorms in 20-40 percent with some heavy rain. July 11-12: thunderstorms in 60-70 percent with heavy rain. Southwest winds 10-25 km/hr. Low 24-27°C, High 32-37°C.

East: July 7-9 thunderstorms in 30-40 percent of the area. Southwest winds 15-35 km/hr. Sea waves 1-2 meters.

Harrison is steadily expanding its real estate stock acquisition portfolio with a 2025 investment budget of 2.5 to 3 billion baht, according to Sahasachai Kwanchuea, Senior Vice President of Project Investment at Harrison Public Company Limited. The company has invested approximately 1 billion baht to date and is negotiating 2-3 additional projects, including condominiums starting at 4 million baht in the Huay Khwang area (160 units) and along Rama 9 Road (80 units). Harrison's core strategy is to purchase entire residential projects or land lots to efficiently manage sales and marketing. The company plans to expand its investment portfolio by 15-20% in 2026.

Since adopting the real estate stock-buying model during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Harrison has successfully sold out every project acquired, with average sales periods of 8 months to 1 year. The company has gained trust from leading real estate developers including Land and House, Sansiri, Pruksa Realty, and AP (Thailand). Currently, Harrison is selling units from the A Space Mega 1 condominium project in the Bang Na area (145 units purchased in April 2025), having already transferred ownership of approximately 100 units with about 45 remaining and over 20 customers awaiting transfer. The project has generated an internal rate of return (IRR) exceeding 25% annually.

Harrison emphasizes detailed analysis of location potential, including rental demand, rental rates, investment returns, and market supply levels. The company's investor base includes both foreign funds—particularly from Hong Kong—and Thai investors participating through special purpose vehicle (SPV) structures. Harrison has also developed the Prop2Share platform, which currently aggregates over 1,400 real estate projects with a network of Thai sales representatives.

The government lottery draw for July 16 will take place at the Government Lottery Office's award building at the water airport in Muang district, Nonthaburi province. Online news outlets have compiled lottery statistics from July 16 draws over the past 10 years (2015-2024), finding that repeated numbers have appeared in 2 previous draws and double-digit patterns in another 2 draws. Historical first prize winners and supporting numbers from July 16 draws dating back to 2015 show: 2024 - 245324; 2023 - 367336; 2022 - 169530; 2021 - 620405; 2020 - 556725; 2019 - 873286; 2018 - 369765; 2017 - 596324; 2016 - 820327; and 2015 - 449764. The last two digits, three-digit front combinations, and three-digit end combinations for each year are also documented for lottery enthusiasts tracking patterns.

Three Saraburi Province local organizations held a joint press conference on July 6, 2569, at the Saraburi Local Credit Union to condemn violence, threats, and intimidation in a dispute at Ban Pao Subdistrict Administrative Organization in Kaeng Khoi District. The organizations—the Local Administrator Club of Saraburi Province, the Law Association for Local Development, and the Local Government Officials Association of Saraburi Province, led by Dr. Praphat Phosphimol—addressed allegations of inappropriate conduct and use of force in resolving internal organizational conflicts.

The organizations presented five joint positions:

1. Local government organizations must operate according to law and cooperation principles. Political and administrative officials must work together with mutual respect, upholding the rule of law and good governance to effectively carry out public-service missions.

2. Civil servants' dignity must be respected. All local government officials deserve treatment that respects human dignity and the honor of their positions. Personnel management should be conducted with reason, integrity, and appropriateness while maintaining organizational morale and unity.

3. The organizations clearly condemn the use of force, threats, intimidation, harsh language, or any inappropriate conduct in resolving conflicts within local government organizations. While disagreements are natural in democracy, they must be resolved through reason, dialogue, and legal processes—not through force or violence.

4. Legal authorities should determine right and wrong. Disputes and allegations regarding misconduct or abuse of authority should be investigated and adjudicated by competent legal authorities through proper judicial processes. All parties should respect the rule of law and accept outcomes without bias.

5. Joint demands: The organizations call on all parties to end all forms of violence and confrontation, adopt dialogue and mutual listening, uphold the rule of law and good governance, respect all parties' dignity and honor, maintain the credibility and integrity of local government organizations, and prioritize public welfare.

Luang Pho Bai Thammacho of Wat Chong Lom in Samut Songkhram was a renowned monk who created numerous sacred objects that gained considerable popularity. In 1941, the temple held a grand celebration for the ordination hall and cast life-size statues, along with commemorative medals. These oval medals with attached loops were fashioned from copper alone. The front displays a half-length image of the monk in robes with sacred inscriptions surrounding it, while the back bears the tiger-heart yantra with Thai numerals indicating the year of creation: 2484. The rim carries Thai letters reading "Commemorative Medal of the Ordination Hall and Buddha Image of Luang Pho of Wat Chong Lom," making these medals highly coveted.

In 2005, disciples led by Surathorn Duangchatham, director of the Maha Sarakham Primary Education District Office, and Somjed Pusri, rector of Rajabhat Maha Sarakham University, decided that the dirt road from Wat Sri Suk's front entrance to the riverside hut of Luang Pu Singh Kamphiro was impassable during rainy season. They received permission to create locketed amulets, dedicating all proceeds to build a concrete road. These came in three types: jumbo special gold cases with two embedded sacred cords, medium-sized gold cases, and standard blue cases. The front features a half-length image of the monk with the title "Phra Kru Siri Sukwatthan" inscribed below.

In 2012, the esteemed Luang Pho Phra Atthasan, former abbot of Wat Kok Dok Mai in Saraburi, Chai Nat, collected sacred powders and ancient materials including Itti powder, Luang Pho Kuay powder, and Somdet Bang Khun Prom powder to create protective amulets called "Somdet Prok Bodhi." The front displays a three-tiered Buddha image under a nine-layer bodhi tree with gold, silver, and lead cords embedded at the base. The back shows the monk in full seated meditation. Luang Pho Phra consecrated these amulets continuously over three months, guaranteeing their spiritual potency. Collectors and amulet enthusiasts speak with one voice that these should be owned and revered.

Luang Pho Daeng Retto, or "Phra Kru Nyanvilat" of Wat Khao Bandai It in Phetchaburi, was a celebrated monk. In 1963, disciples commissioned his first medal series to commemorate his promotion to the monastic rank and his 82nd birthday. The oval medal features a loop, measuring 2.6 centimeters wide and 3.4 centimeters long, in darkened copper and silver. The front displays a centered half-length image with stamped numerals "2503" on the upper left and "Age 82 Years" on the right, with "Phra Kru Nyanvilat (Daeng)" inscribed below. The back features Buddhist virtues inscribed in Khmer script and a four-directional yantra at center. This rare and highly sought-after medal is now scarce.

An unusual trend has swept Russia, with large numbers of women listing second-hand breast implants for sale on online platforms at prices far below their original cost amid an economic crisis. While cosmetic breast augmentation surgery has declined by approximately 40% over the past decade, according to cosmetic surgeons, a surprising surge in second-hand implant listings has appeared on Russian websites and online platforms in recent months. Women removing implants cite diverse reasons for their sales, including "I gave birth," "I'm tired of them," "They make me feel ugly," "My body hurts," or even "I want some money back from the surgery." While many reasons explain the decision to remove implants, only some cases clarify why they are being resold, suggesting this trend may extend beyond beauty concerns alone. Some analysts link this phenomenon to Russia's economic struggles, including currency fluctuations, reduced purchasing power, and the impact of Western companies and banks withdrawing from the market, forcing people to sell valuable assets to cover daily expenses—even items never before considered second-hand goods. According to Telegram channel BAZA, premium-brand silicone implants are being resold at a fraction of their original cost, such as Mentor implants dropping from approximately 140,000 rubles (around 60,000 baht) to just 35,000 rubles (roughly 15,000 baht), and Motiva implants falling from about 200,000 rubles (approximately 86,000 baht) to merely 30,000 rubles (around 12,000 baht). However, experts warn that used silicone implants cannot be safely reused for medical purposes because they retain the original user's biological material and cannot be safely sterilized, posing serious health risks if reused. Despite being unsuitable for actual medical reuse, some sellers market them as "collectibles" or "novelty items" for online markets, fueling widespread social media discussion about this peculiar trend.