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Police

Two Found Dead In Car; Police Investigate Circumstances

Two people were found dead inside a running sedan in a Bangkok alley on July 4, with authorities investigating whether death resulted from gas inhalation or other substances pending forensic examination.

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At 12:30 p.m. on July 4, 2569, police in Bang Sao Thong precinct received a report of two bodies inside a sedan in Soi Bang Waek 15, Phasi Charoen district, Bangkok. Officers and forensic pathologists from Siriraj Hospital rushed to the scene and discovered a bronze-gray sedan parked in the alley. Inside, they found a 45-year-old man wearing a condom with foam around his mouth, and a 27-year-old woman in a similar condition on the passenger seat. A gas station receipt from 12:18 a.m. on July 4 was also found, along with condom wrappers and hormone supplement bottles that were collected as evidence.

Initial investigation revealed the car had been running with the engine on from approximately 2:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. on July 4, 2569. Forensic pathologists have not yet determined whether death resulted from gas inhalation or other substances, pending further examination.

Neighbors reported hearing a bronze-gray sedan arrive around 2:00 a.m. At approximately 3:00 a.m., a resident attempted to move a parked car nearby and knocked on the sedan's window but received no response. The vehicle's engine had shut off by 5:00 a.m., and no one emerged. A volunteer responder named Komsanchai Chinsmutr said he used a metal tool to pry open the locked car and found the bodies in a reclined position with the engine on and air conditioning running.

The deceased woman's younger brother revealed they had eaten sukiyaki together the previous day for her birthday. She left home around midnight, saying someone would pick her up. He could not reach her after that and discovered her death when neighbors mentioned finding bodies in the alley that morning.

The brother described his sister as a swimming suit saleswoman who had recently moved from Nong Khai to Bangkok. He noted she had been in contact with various people recently but he did not inquire into her personal matters.

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National

Community Networks Oppose Yom River Diversion Project

Community networks and academics oppose the Yom River diversion project in northern Thailand, warning that diverting contaminated Salween River water risks introducing toxic heavy metals into the nation's water system and would devastate ec

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On July 4, 2025, community networks representing the Yom, Ngao, Moei, and Salween river basins, along with academics and lawyers, released a statement opposing government efforts to expedite the Bhumibol Dam water augmentation project (Yom River diversion scheme). The groups addressed calls from authorities to rush the project, citing an October 2025 expiration of the environmental impact assessment (EIA) report.

The networks clarified that their 2023 court petition to the Chiang Mai Administrative Court did not aim to obstruct development or water shortage solutions. Rather, it invoked constitutional rights to ensure the EIA process and state decisions were legally sound, as both contain significant defects that could cause severe environmental, natural resource, and public rights damage.

The statement emphasized that this project extends far beyond a simple water tunnel. It would devastate ecosystems across the Yom, Ngao, Moei, and Salween rivers through upstream forest loss, tunnel excavation creating massive stone and mineral deposits, road construction, and disruption of local communities' livelihoods—costs that cannot be measured in monetary terms alone.

Criticially, the statement warned that the Salween River's condition has changed dramatically due to expanded gold, rare earth, and strategic mineral mining in Myanmar's upper regions. Testing has revealed cyanide and toxic heavy metal contamination across multiple areas. Diverting Salween water into Thailand's Chao Phraya basin risks introducing these contaminants into the nation's water system.

The statement further argued that the Yom diversion may not effectively solve the Chao Phraya basin's long-term water shortage, since the core issue stems from inadequate water management rather than insufficient water volume alone. The massive investment exceeding 100 billion baht warrants review based on current academic data, economic viability, and environmental impacts. There are also concerns about public-private partnership (PPP) arrangements potentially placing water resource management under private and foreign corporate control—a highly sensitive matter.

While acknowledging farmers' hardships in the lower Ping basin, the networks called on the government to address water management seriously but not at the expense of other regions' people and natural resources. Major project decisions must rest on rule of law, academic rigor, transparency, and genuine public participation. The government should not rush approval simply because the EIA expires; instead, it should use this opportunity to review all scientific evidence comprehensively and consider canceling the project, particularly given altered environmental conditions and water quality. Alternative, efficient, equitable water management approaches serving all river basins should be studied to ensure sustainable national water solutions.

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Tourism

World Cup Fan Park Kicks Off Morning Matches at Bangkok Railway Park

JAS and Monomax launch a World Cup Fan Park at Bangkok's Railway Park on July 12, screening quarterfinal matches at 6:30 AM with live commentary, entertainment, and partner booths.

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JAS, the exclusive broadcaster of FIFA World Cup 2026 in Thailand, along with the Monomax app under MONO, is organizing the 'World Cup Fan Park Thailand 2026: Live the Game, Share the Moment' event. This invites football fans to start their day with a unique World Cup experience amid Bangkok's natural surroundings.

The event embodies a 'New Sport Lifestyle' concept, blending global football excitement with fitness activities, social gatherings, and quality time in green spaces. Fans can cheer the quarterfinal matches on a large LED screen Sunday morning, July 12, at Wachirabenchathat Park (Railway Park) in the Caterpillar Lawn area, starting at 6:30 AM before the 8:00 AM kickoff.

Due to time zone differences, many World Cup matches coincide with Thailand's morning hours. JAS is transforming this into a new fan experience, turning an ordinary Sunday morning into a time of fun, health activities, and collective excitement as fans experience crucial moments together.

Fans will enjoy live match broadcasts, pre-match talks from Thai football analysts and commentators, halftime entertainment, and booths from partners including Monomax, 3BB Fiber3, Skechers, Singha drinking water, Royal-D, and Peepshare. Attendees can enjoy fresh coffee and morning snacks while experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of the railway park before concluding with a Lucky Draw for special prizes.

The free event takes place Sunday, July 12, 2026, from 6:30 AM at Wachirabenchathat Park (Railway Park) in the Caterpillar Lawn area. For more details, visit the JAS Group Facebook page.

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Police

Police Raid Apartment, Seize Heroin Package And Drug Evidence

Police raided an Ayutthaya apartment on July 4, seizing heroin, drug-manufacturing materials, and cash linked to a suspected drug distribution network operating between Bangkok and the provinces.

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Police led by Deputy Police Commissioner Pol. Gen. Samran Nualmaa conducted a raid at 3 p.m. on July 4, 2025, at an apartment in Khlong Suan Plu, Ayutthaya Province, to search a suspected drug distribution hub. The investigation targeted a man named Uthai, who wore a blue hoodie and allegedly delivered a heroin package to a female flight attendant named Mina at a condominium in Bangkok's Bang Na area on June 22.

During the search, officers discovered eight elephant-patterned fabric pieces that had not yet been sewn into bags, along with numerous fabric scraps cut into strips with white powder residue. Forensic specialists collected the powder samples in sealed bags for laboratory analysis to determine the substance type. The search also recovered large amounts of cash in thousand-baht bills, a mobile phone, a wallet, clothing including blue short-sleeved shirt and denim shorts, and a backpack believed to belong to Uthai from the day he delivered the heroin package.

All evidence has been collected and submitted for detailed forensic examination, with particular focus on fingerprints found in the room and analysis of the white powder from the fabric scraps. Investigators are also tracking financial records and examining data from the confiscated mobile phone to establish connections and expand the investigation against all individuals involved in the drug trafficking operation.

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Breaking

Singapore Mom Stays Calm, Shops Before Delivering Baby in 5 Minutes

Singapore radio host Natasha Fysal remained remarkably calm after learning her cervix was 5cm dilated, even stopping to run errands and pick up her children before delivering her baby boy in just five minutes of pushing.

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A viral story is making waves worldwide after a 31-year-old Singaporean mother shared her incredibly calm experience delivering her third child. When her doctor informed her that her cervix was dilated 5 centimeters, she asked to return home to pick up her other two children from school and even stopped to buy some items, experiencing no abdominal pain at all.

Natasha Fysal, a 31-year-old radio host, revealed that she had been for a routine pregnancy checkup when the doctor announced her cervix was already dilated 5 centimeters. Although the doctor warned that she might deliver on the way home, she decided to go back and handle her errands because she felt no labor pain and wanted to hug her two children before going to the hospital for delivery.

Later that night, she arrived at the hospital with her cervix dilated just 7 centimeters before delivering her baby boy at 6:10 a.m. the next day with only one round of pushing that lasted approximately 5 minutes.

Natasha emphasized that her decision came from a careful self-assessment and she does not encourage other mothers to follow suit, as every pregnancy and delivery is different. She was prepared to return to the hospital immediately if anything felt unusual.

During her pregnancy, she studied breathing techniques, pelvic floor movements, and hypnobirthing methods, and received full support from her husband, family, and medical team, which helped her handle the delivery with confidence.

However, she advises all pregnant women not to compare their delivery experiences with others, but instead to prepare both physically and mentally, listen to their doctors' advice, and gather comprehensive information. Understanding one's own body helps reduce fear and build confidence when facing childbirth.

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National

The Viral Hits Love Moment Awards 2026 Winners Announced

The Viral Hits Love Moment Awards 2026 celebrated Thai entertainment's best moments and rising talent across three award categories, with special honors for breakthrough BL and GL actors. The ceremony recognized 26 People's Choice winners a

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The Viral Hits Love Moment Awards 2026 was held at Pride Mouth, a prestigious national awards ceremony celebrating love, memorable moments, and fan support. The event, organized by The Viral Hits news outlet under the theme "Every Love Matters," honored the power of love, fan devotion, and special moments shared between artists, performers, entertainment works, and fans across Thailand.

Awards were presented in three categories: Special Awards, People's Choice Awards, and Honorary Awards. This year's Special Awards recognized rising BL and GL actors who have generated significant buzz and attention, marking an important milestone in Thai entertainment and reflecting the growing diversity in the Thai entertainment industry.

Special Awards included: Breakthrough BL Couple Performance Award to Ryujin and Patji, and Breakthrough GL Couple Performance Award to Mabel Siriwali and Peng Gii Pahawarint.

Among the 26 People's Choice Awards were: Most Popular Creator (Pai Pai Orioh), Creator of Positive Influence (Aek Heartrocker), Rising Star Actor (Dao Yong), Most Popular Supporting Performer (Boss Montien), Film of Enduring Impact (Vimarn Naam), Most Popular Series (Buppesannivas), Powerful LGBTQIA+ Portrayal (Noum Suravatr), Outstanding LGBTQIA+ Representation (Matalda), Rising Star Artist (AuAu), Most Popular BL Couple (Ford Thitipong and Peat Wasudhon), and BL Title of the People (Duang With You).

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Police

Man Arrested After Nearly 20 Years Evading Murder Charge

A 65-year-old man was arrested in Phuket after nearly two decades evading a murder warrant issued in 2006, when he fatally shot his wife in a jealous rage in Nakhon Ratchasima. He confessed to the killing and had been living under an assume

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On July 4, 2025, suppression unit officers arrested 65-year-old Saiw (surname withheld) along Srisuthat Road in Muang District, Phuket. He was wanted under warrant No. Sor.517/2549, issued September 17, 2006, by Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Court on charges of murder, illegal firearms possession and ammunition, and unlawful carrying of weapons in public areas.

The case dates back to 2006 when the suspect used a .22 caliber gun to shoot his wife fatally over jealousy and suspicion. He fled and evaded authorities for nearly 20 years by changing his name, moving between provinces including Chiang Mai, Nakhon Si Thammarat, and Phuket, and cutting off all contact with relatives. The statute of limitations was set to expire in September 2025.

During interrogation, the suspect confessed that a heated argument with his wife over her suspected involvement with another man led him to shoot her twice. He then boarded a bus to Bangkok to hide with his sister, and sold the murder weapon to a motorcycle taxi driver for 4,000 baht to fund his escape. He subsequently changed his name and moved between provinces, working as a welder while maintaining no family contact. Police finally tracked him down through behavioral surveillance in Phuket and arrested him before the case expired. He was transferred to Muang Nakhon Ratchasima police station for further legal proceedings.

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National

Thailand Expands Welfare Card Numbers Beyond 14 Million

Thailand is rescreening nearly 19 million welfare applicants for the first time in over five years to verify eligibility and remove ineligible beneficiaries, with officials open to expanding the program beyond the projected 14 million cardh

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Deputy Prime Minister Ekniti Nitithanprasert announced progress on reviewing the state welfare card program at a July 3 meeting of the grassroots economic and social welfare committee. Officials will re-screen approximately 19 million applicants' data—a complete overhaul due to no updates in over five years—to verify accuracy and remove deceased beneficiaries or those with increased income. The 19 million applicants come from three sources: 2 million existing cardholders to be rescreened, 5 million identified as genuinely poor and vulnerable through Interior Ministry surveys, and 1 million from Social Development and Human Security Ministry databases plus basic necessity data collection. When asked if new beneficiary numbers might exceed the projected 14 million, Ekniti stressed the government has no fixed ceiling—even exceeding 14 million is acceptable. The priority is reaching truly struggling people with no support, particularly elderly citizens without children, with welfare cards complementing existing social assistance programs. "I've visited affected areas and seen real hardship," Ekniti said. "The government must address elderly people with no family support and no resources. The welfare card serves as supplementary assistance alongside other social benefits they already receive."

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Community

Five Zodiac Signs Poised For Sudden Wealth Windfalls

Five zodiac signs—Cancer, Virgo, Leo, Aquarius, and Taurus—are forecast to receive sudden financial windfalls through planetary influences, ranging from unexpected deposits and insurance payouts to viral online content and wealthy patrons.

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Five zodiac signs are about to experience sudden wealth as powerful planetary forces unlock financial treasures. During this period, each person and zodiac sign faces changes—some beneficial, others requiring caution. Astrologer Mor Cake Dol Bandal warns that these five signs should prepare for banks to be overwhelmed, as large sums of money will strike their accounts like lightning. They will become wealthy so suddenly they won't have time to prepare.

Cancer ranks first for sudden monetary windfalls. Major planetary power over their destiny opens financial gates, bringing unexpected money and surprising luck directly into their accounts in full amounts.

Virgo transforms hardship into fortune. Previous financial obstacles and struggles will be resolved by substantial sums through compensation, insurance payments, or old debts mysteriously being repaid.

Leo excels at luck and fortune. Those drawn to gambling or short-term investments will have powerful luck, winning major prizes or seeing profits return multiplied.

Aquarius finds online wealth flowing endlessly. Old ideas or posts left behind will suddenly go viral, attracting giant orders and major deals in lightning fashion. Cash circulates so rapidly they won't have time to adjust.

Taurus has benefactors delivering luck. Fortune comes naturally without effort—wealthy patrons and VIP clients will contact them with major projects or bring lucrative money-making channels directly to their doorstep.

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Police

Teen Shot Dead in Nonthaburi After Entertainment Venue Brawl

A 20-year-old man was fatally shot during a gang confrontation outside a Nonthaburi convenience store early July 4, after a dispute between rival teenage groups escalated from an entertainment venue brawl.

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Nonthaburi: At approximately 5:50 a.m. on July 4, 2025, Rattanathibethet Police Station in Nonthaburi received a report of multiple shooting victims near a convenience store at the entrance of Soi Samakki 62, Bang Khae Subdistrict, Muang District. Officers rushed to the scene.

Investigators determined that two rival teenage groups had been at an entertainment venue in the area. A confrontation erupted when members of one group grabbed a girlfriend of someone in the other group, leading to heated arguments. The injured group left the venue and waited in ambush across from the convenience store.

When the rival group of approximately 8-10 teenagers arrived, they opened fire with a homemade shotgun, striking three people. Police identified the victims as Atichaat (surname withheld), 21, shot in the right shoulder; Banhan (surname withheld), 20, shot in the right arm—both transported to Bhumibol Hospital; and Akkhara (surname withheld), 20, shot in the chest with critical injuries. Akkhara died en route to Mongkutwattana Hospital.

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Community

Mind Returns To Instagram After 50-Day Hiatus

Actress and YouTuber Mind Lapasalal has returned to Instagram after a 50-day absence, posting vacation photos and ultrasound footage of her baby to warm welcomes from fans and friends.

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She's back! Mind Lapasalal Jiravech Sunthorngkul, a popular actress and YouTuber who disappeared from Instagram on May 16, 2025, has returned to posting regularly. She shared photos of vacation, merit-making, and nursing her dog, along with an ultrasound video of her baby.

Mind had remained silent on Instagram for over 50 days, with her previous post being a statement addressing situations she was aware of and apologizing for the impacts she caused to social media users and entertainment industry peers.

However, with her return to posting, friends and fans have flooded her posts with red heart emojis in a show of support.

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