Thailand's U18 women's volleyball team won third place at the AVC Girls' U18 Volleyball Championship 2026 after overcoming Japan with a dramatic 3-2 set victory following an initial loss in the first set. The tournament, held at Terminal 21 Korat, featured the top four Asian teams vying for qualifying spots to the U19 World Championship next year.

On July 7, 2026, in the championship's final day, Thailand faced Japan in the third-place match after both teams had lost their previous games—Thailand to South Korea in the semifinals, and Japan to China. The match proved intensely competitive, with Thailand losing the opening set before mounting a comeback. Thailand ultimately prevailed 3-2 with set scores of 14-25, 25-21, 25-19, 23-25, 15-12, securing third place in Asia for the first time since 2018.

This marks Thailand's fifth third-place finish at this championship level, following previous wins in 2003, 2008, 2010, and 2018.

Content creator Tu Phophot opens up about his modern parenting style on MY DADDY James, explaining his approach that avoids physical punishment and screen-based childcare while instilling discipline and responsibility. He stresses that a parent's role is not to force children to be smart, but to equip them with tools for living so they grow with quality and happiness in their own way.

When asked if his social media persona matches real life, Tu admits it's challenging. "When I play with them, I play fully so my daughter knows my main job is playing—it seems easy, but it's actually tiring," he says. With heavy work commitments, he can't always supervise like his wife does. His younger child loves crafts while his older one prefers action activities like swinging or biking. "They have completely different interests. The challenge isn't about playing, but how I can divide myself to play with both."

The children sometimes play together, though they often diverge to separate activities. Tu notes that he and his wife take different parenting modes—he focuses on serious matters and important lessons, while she handles daily discipline like brushing teeth. When addressing misbehavior, Tu waits for the right moment rather than scolding immediately. "If I scold right away, they become resistant. They get more afraid than willing to listen. I teach them when they've calmed down, and the best time is before bed when we talk together."

Their responses to discipline differ. His older daughter once brought candy to show her mother, wanting to eat it despite her loose tooth. Tu's tone may have seemed harsh when he discouraged her, upsetting her. He clarified he thought she wanted to eat it immediately, and she apologized, explaining she just wanted to show her mother. His younger son finds cleanup exhausting compared to playtime. Tu tries to make chores fun rather than punishing, though he admits it's frustrating when they don't comply. "There's disappointment in trying not to scold or hit, but when they don't listen after being asked, sometimes I think, 'never mind, I'll clean it myself.' But I know that won't work—if I let it slide now, it'll happen again next time." His older child pushes back more than the younger one.

Mystery metal spheres scattered across a Queensland beach in Australia have been identified by the Australian Space Agency as "space balls"—pressurized tanks that are components of spacecraft launch vehicles. The objects were discovered at Forrest Beach near Ingham over the weekend, initially prompting Queensland Fire and Rescue to declare them potentially hazardous and cordoning off the area with hazmat teams.

After investigation, authorities confirmed the objects match the description of pressure vessels used in rocket fuel systems. The location and characteristics of the debris align with recently fallen foreign rocket debris that recently re-entered Earth's orbit. Authorities are coordinating with international organizations to confirm the source and have warned the public to avoid touching, moving, or collecting suspicious objects. Anyone finding similar items should retreat and immediately contact emergency services.

Alice Gorman, a space debris expert from Flinders University, explained that "space balls" are pressurized tanks designed to store liquid fuel under high pressure in rockets and spacecraft. Made from specially hardened materials, they can withstand extreme heat and survive atmospheric re-entry. She theorizes these tanks likely fell into the ocean first before being washed ashore by currents and waves. Experts warn such incidents will likely increase as global rocket launches rise, generating more space debris that could fall to Earth and wash up on shores worldwide.

Bangkok – July 6, 2025 – A full-scale celebration of joy! Mr. D.I.Y. brought together Thailand's top artists for the "MR. D.I.Y. 10 Years Beside You Concert," a memorable milestone event held at Bitec Live. The venue transformed into a happiness stage, featuring performances by leading national artists including bodyslam, PALMY, Kong Huairai, and Lamyai Haitongkham. Over 5,500 fans attended the all-night entertainment spectacle celebrating the brand's first decade.

Joey Phuwawatthanasit, the young Isaan rock artist and Mr. D.I.Y. brand presenter, led the lineup and delivered an emotional performance reflecting the bond between the brand and its customers. A special highlight featured Joey alongside Pundy, the brand's mascot, with a 10-year anniversary cake that brought warmth and smiles to the audience.

Joey expressed his feelings about the event, saying: "Ten years represents a period filled with connection. It's like we've grown together. I'm thrilled to celebrate this milestone with Mr. D.I.Y., to perform for everyone, and see all your smiles. Thank you for creating wonderful memories together."

Anupab Kongmalai, Vice President of Marketing for Mr. D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Company Limited, highlighted that the concert reflects the brand's commitment to delivering meaningful experiences that strengthen long-term customer relationships. The event demonstrated Mr. D.I.Y.'s role in growing alongside Thai communities nationwide.

The concert transcended typical entertainment, serving as a celebration where the brand, artists, and customers created joy and lasting memories together under the concept "10 Years Beside You."

Deputy Police Colonel Thavee Sodsong, a Phak Prachaachat list MP and chair of a special committee reviewing an amnesty bill for people affected by state land and natural resource policies, joined Rangsimant Rom, also a Phak Prachaachat list MP and chair of the legal affairs and human rights committee, in hearing concerns about overlapping land disputes at Thap Lan National Park in Wang Nam Khiao district, Nakhon Ratchasima. The committee is collecting facts and examining legal solutions to resolve a decades-long land dispute and ensure fairness for affected residents, particularly regarding the park's boundary revision to address overlaps on land where people settled before the park was established in 1981. Thap Lan was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2005 as part of the Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex, encompassing nearly 1.4 million rai across five districts in Nakhon Ratchasima and Prachuap Khiri Khan provinces, though approximately 260,000 rai overlap with residential and agricultural land. A March 14, 2566 cabinet resolution approved boundary adjustments affecting over 150,000 rai to resolve overlapping areas, with about 30,000 residents at risk of losing their homes and farmland without resolution. The government, led by Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchati Chomklin, is proceeding with boundary revisions while verifying land rights for over 5,000 residents, balancing conservation with allocating farmland and strictly enforcing laws against violators. Meanwhile, parliamentary committees are studying facts and hearing from stakeholders to find legal remedies, with an amnesty bill for people affected by forestry and land cases awaiting consideration in parliament, hoping that both boundary revisions and amnesty provisions will move forward to resolve these long-standing disputes.

Iran's national football team has taken a satisfying revenge after the United States was knocked out in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The entire world is celebrating the humiliating defeat of the USA, the tournament host that had performed well from the start, who has suddenly become football's villain. The controversy escalated after FIFA agreed to change the red card punishment for Florian Balogun to a one-year suspension instead of an immediate ban as is customary. The situation became even more heated when the global football community learned that US President Donald Trump was behind this controversial decision, having called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of the US team's Round of 16 match. The USA, which did everything off the pitch to secure victory, was defeated 1-4 by Belgium, despite having a top striker who received special privileges to play in this game.

Now it is Iran's turn to settle the score with the United States decisively. Iran's Football Federation posted: "The whole world is dancing in celebration." This echoes back to when US Secretary of Defense Mark Wahlberg mocked Iran, saying he almost sang and danced when Iran was eliminated in the first round.

"Now the entire world is dancing to celebrate the shameful defeat of 'politics' against 'football'," the Iran Football Federation stated through its representative.

Earlier, Iran had already responded, saying: "Iranians are accustomed to unfair treatment and lies from US officials. Therefore, no one in Iran is surprised by these malicious remarks. These words show once again that US officials have no commitment to international law or the principles expected of a host nation capable of organizing a world-class sporting competition. Their overt celebration of Iran's elimination says much more about them than about our team. It reflects a pettiness that is unacceptable, even to the existence of a single football team participating in the world's greatest sporting arena. After our match against New Zealand, our head coach said that the US does not want Iran to continue in this tournament because our team faces inhumane and unprofessional treatment. These recent comments only serve to reinforce that belief."