Appeal Court confirms ex-policeman Charoon’s ownership of ฿30m lottery tickets

13 Sept 08:39 Key points summarised by AI

The 7th Region Appeals Court upheld the acquittal of ex-policeman Charoon Wimon, confirming his ownership of 30-million baht lottery tickets.
The court ruled that schoolteacher Preecha Kraikruan, who sued Charoon claiming the tickets were stolen, was not the legally defined damaged party.

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.