Chiang Mai residents to rally to demand dismantling of Doi Suthep housing units

14 Sept 04:43 Key points summarised by AI

Opponents, under the 'Network to Reclaim Doi Suthep Forest,' plan a large demonstration on August 26 in Chiang Mai to demand the immediate dismantling of controversial housing units for court officials on Doi Suthep foothill.
The protest follows an earlier agreement by the judicial board to seek an alternative plot of land in Chiang Rai for new offices and housing, aiming to replace the disputed Doi Suthep location.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Yesterday 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 provinces, affecting 604,265 families and approximately 1.83 million people, despite water levels beginning to recede in most areas.
The flood death toll has remained at 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across multiple provinces.
Significant impacts are observed in the North, East, Central Plains, and South, with provinces like Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani, and Prachin Buri reporting a high number of affected families.