Supreme Court dismisses Thai firm’s copyright claim over “Ultraman”

15 Sept 05:00 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Supreme Court rejected an appeal by Thai firm Chaiyo Productions, upholding Japanese company Tsubaraya Productions as the legitimate copyright owner of the Ultraman character.
The ruling dismisses Thai producer Mr. Sompo Saengduanchai's claim of creating Ultraman, prompting concerns about the impact on his existing movies, some registered as national heritage.

The Buddha Comes Home

Yesterday 15:38 Key points summarised by AI

Chong Para is a vibrant annual festival of the Shan (Tai Yai) people in Mae Hong Son, Thailand, celebrating the Buddha's return from Tavatimsa heaven after Buddhist Lent.
The festival's centerpiece involves families constructing intricate miniature palaces, also called Chong Para, from bamboo, paper, and lights, placed outside homes and temples as offerings.
For three days and nights, the quiet mountain town comes alive with folk music, traditional dances like the Shan bird dance, religious ceremonies, and community gatherings, showcasing deep-rooted Shan culture.
Beyond the celebrations, Chong Para reinforces family bonds, preserves traditional crafts, and offers visitors an authentic immersion into the unique cultural heritage of Mae Hong Son.