Very heavy rains to fall over most of Thailand as Typhoon Molave weakens

23 Sept 02:19 Key points summarised by AI

Typhoon Molave has weakened to a depression in Thailand, but still brings very heavy rain across 55 provinces in the northern, northeastern, eastern, central, and southern regions.
The Meteorological Department forecasts widespread heavy to isolated very heavy rain today as the system continues to degrade into a low-pressure cell.
Rough seas are predicted in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea, prompting advisories for small boats to remain ashore.
Heavy rain is also anticipated for 22 provinces tomorrow, indicating a continued period of adverse weather conditions.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.