Southern Security: Thailand’s southern border provinces reported multiple arson and explosion attacks in Yala, Pattani and Narathiwat, leaving at least two injured and prompting a Narathiwat curfew from 10:15pm to 6am. ASEAN Football: Vietnam took a big step toward the ASEAN Championship final, beating Thailand 2-0 in the first leg at Rajamangala Stadium with goals from substitutes Nguyễn Hai Long and Nguyễn Quang Hải. US Visa Ruling: A US federal judge struck down Trump-era immigrant visa suspension for 75 countries, saying the nationality-based halt was “contrary to law,” including cases involving Thailand. Sports Spotlight: Badminton World Championships: Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi advanced to the women’s final and will face Korea’s An Se-young; France’s Alex Lanier reached the men’s final. Bangkok & Beyond: Chiang Mai announced the “Ritual: Fire & Shadow Festival 2026” for Sept 12, and Tom Rhodes is set to perform at Chiang Mai Marriott. Regional Crime Probe: Cambodia and the US say they uncovered a crypto-linked money laundering network tied to Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel.