Thank-you party for Tham Luang rescue operations scheduled for Sept 6

13 Sept 11:36 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai government will host a thank-you party at Dusit Palace on September 6, honoring all individuals involved in the Tham Luang cave rescue operations.
Approximately 8,000 guests, including rescue personnel from 53 provinces, international participants, and media, will attend the event, which received royal permission to use the palace grounds.

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.