On July 7, 2569, the Thai Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy rainfall in northern, northeastern, and eastern regions over the next 24 hours due to a low-pressure system over northern Vietnam and moderate southwest monsoon winds. Residents in eastern areas of the Northeast and East regions are warned of potential flash flooding and flash floods, particularly in hillside areas and low-lying zones near water channels. The Andaman Sea's upper section and upper Gulf of Thailand will experience moderate winds with waves around 2 meters high, while the lower Andaman Sea has 1-2 meter waves. Thunderstorm areas may see waves exceeding 2 meters. Fishermen are advised to navigate with caution and avoid thunderstorm zones. Northern region: 40% thunderstorms with heavy rain in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Tak, Kamphaeng Phet, and Phetchabun; temperatures 23-25°C minimum, 31-35°C maximum; southwest winds 10-20 km/h. Northeast: 60% thunderstorms with heavy rain in Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Mukdahan, Chaiyaphum, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, Surin, Sisaket, and Ubon Ratchathani; temperatures 23-25°C minimum, 29-35°C maximum; southwest winds 10-20 km/h. Central region: 40% thunderstorms mainly in Nakhon Sawan, Lopburi, Saraburi, Kanchanaburi, and Ratchaburi; temperatures 23-27°C minimum, 34-36°C maximum; southwest winds 10-25 km/h. Eastern region: 60% thunderstorms with heavy rain in Nakhon Nayok, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Sa Kaeo, Chonburi, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat; temperatures 23-28°C minimum, 30-34°C maximum; southwest winds 20-35 km/h; waves around 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas. Southern region (east coast): 30% thunderstorms mainly in Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Yala, and Narathiwat; temperatures 23-25°C minimum, 32-37°C maximum. From Surat Thani northward: southwest winds 20-35 km/h, 1-2 meter waves offshore, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorms. From Nakhon Si Thammarat southward: southwest winds 15-30 km/h, approximately 1 meter waves, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorms. Southern region (west coast): 20% thunderstorms mainly in Ranong and Phang Nga; temperatures 24-26°C minimum, 32-35°C maximum. From Phuket northward: southwest winds 20-35 km/h, approximately 2 meter waves, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorms. From Krabi southward: southwest winds 15-35 km/h.

Two-time MVP basketball star Giannis Antetokounmpo has officially left the Milwaukee Bucks to join the Miami Heat. The Heat have signed the 31-year-old star alongside Bobby Portis, according to BBC. The Milwaukee Bucks will receive Tyler Herro, Kole Alebur, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Kostas Antetokounmpo from the Heat in return. Giannis was drafted by the Bucks in 2023 before becoming the franchise's biggest star and leading the team to win the NBA championship in 2021.

Roberto Martínez, manager of the Portuguese national team, has confirmed he will resign following Portugal's elimination in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. Martínez took charge of Portugal in 2023 and led the team to victory in the UEFA Nations League in 2024-25. On July 6, after Portugal lost 0-1 to Spain in the World Cup round of 16, Martínez confirmed this was his final match managing the national team. "I came to Portugal to win the World Cup, and I think if we don't win it, there's no point in staying," Martínez said at a post-match press conference. "The board and club president now have the opportunity to choose a new manager. My contract ends today. There's nothing more to say." "Yes, this was my last game for the national team. I'm very proud. I felt welcomed warmly as a Portuguese person. It has been a joy, a pride, and a responsibility," he concluded.

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente credited substitute players as the crucial factor in his team's victory, while Portugal coach Roberto Martínez expressed regret that his team could not hold on to force extra time. In the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match on July 6, Spain scored the winning goal through substitute Miguel Merino in the 90+1st minute, with fellow substitute Ferran Torres providing the assist. Spain advanced to the semi-finals for the first time in 16 years since winning the 2010 World Cup and will face the winner of the USA-Belgium match on July 10. De la Fuente said: "This was an excellent match between two top teams—it was like a final. But our key was the players who came off the bench as substitutes. The contribution of our substitute players was outstanding, and that's because we have 26 high-level players in our squad." Martínez said: "Portuguese fans should be proud of this team and these players. I think we deserved extra time. We defended well and had chances to score, even hitting the crossbar. We played against a top favorite team, and we may have lacked some luck, but it was a very competitive match."

Kylian Mbappé, France's captain and striker, has condemned Celeste Amarilla, a Paraguayan senator, over severe racist remarks she directed at him. This came in response to racist comments Amarilla posted following France's 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 on July 4. Mbappé scored the decisive goal from a penalty kick.

In her social media post on X, Amarilla used racial slurs against Mbappé, calling him an oppressed Cameroonian attempting to masquerade as French. She also called him illiterate and suggested he deserved to be slapped by Paraguayan players.

Mbappé responded forcefully, stating: "Madam Celeste Amarilla, you are a disgusting woman unfit for your position. You do not represent Paraguay, a nation that has shown dedication, spirit, and honor throughout this competition. You are an incompetent woman creating the worst image for your own country. I will not tolerate people like you spreading hate and racial discrimination across the world."

The French Football Federation has confirmed it will pursue legal action against Amarilla. A federation statement declared: "These words are criminal and reprehensible. Those who use them must be prosecuted. The federation is reporting this matter to the prosecutor's office for legal proceedings."

Foreign media report that the United Kingdom's Prime Minister intervened to prevent FIFA from rescheduling the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match between England and co-hosts Mexico. According to BBC, Sir Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, moved to block the International Football Federation (FIFA) from postponing the England versus Mexico match. The match was originally scheduled to be played at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca on July 5 at 6:00 PM local time (7:00 AM Thailand time on July 6). Reports later suggested the match might be moved to 12:00 PM local time (1:00 AM Thailand time) for safety reasons, as weather forecasts indicated a risk of thunderstorms in the area. However, FIFA ultimately confirmed the match would proceed at the original time, though when the match actually took place, it was delayed by one hour due to weather conditions before England secured a narrow 3-2 victory. According to reports, Starmer used diplomatic channels to intervene against rescheduling the match, concerned it would impact England's team preparation and potentially give Mexico an advantage, while also affecting fans who had traveled to watch the match in person. Reports also indicate that Starmer tasked Yvette Cooper, Foreign Secretary, with instructing the British Ambassador to Mexico to have the embassy formally protest the proposed time change, which ultimately succeeded.