Yellow flag raised in municipal area of Nakhon Ratchasima as river level rises

14 Sept 15:59 Key points summarised by AI

A yellow flag warns residents in Nakhon Ratchasima as the Lam Takong River's rising level floods over 5,000 households.
Governor Vichien ordered Khon Chum Dam's sluice gates closed to manage excess water from the full Lam Takong reservoir.
Residents in severely affected areas like Ban Wang Too are evacuating, with Chokechai district bracing for impending floods.
Excess water is flowing downstream from full Lam Takong and Lam Phra Ploeng reservoirs via spillways, not purposeful discharge.

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.