Temple Scandal & Politics: Thai PM Anutin faces fresh backlash after resurfaced photos showed him wearing a high-value Jatukam Ramathep amulet linked to an Ayutthaya abbot arrested over alleged embezzlement of over 92 million baht and a reported romantic/sex scandal. Court Ruling: Thailand’s Supreme Court precedent is back in the spotlight after a case involving abbots in administrative roles, with enhanced penalties tied to abuse of official position. Public Health & Compassion: A 4-year-old girl in Chiang Mai became an organ donor after being declared brain dead, enabling two kidney transplants and giving two patients a new chance. Trade & Compliance: DITP urges Thai exporters to prepare for Indonesia’s halal rules starting Oct 18, with penalties ranging from fines to suspension of halal certificates. Security & Crime: Thailand’s wildlife crime unit says illegal animal sales increasingly move online, with undercover tracking used to intercept traffickers. Economy & Costs: IMF warns global uncertainty remains high after six months of US-Iran war, even as the world economy shows resilience. Tourism & Diplomacy: Thailand’s visa-free rules for Indians are set to tighten to 30 days from Sept 15, amid ongoing diplomatic friction over tourist conduct. Energy & Infrastructure: Thailand’s Central Park marks its first anniversary, pushing its next phase as “Bangkok’s World Stage,” while Thailand also moves to overhaul EV taxes and excise rules.