Water cannons used against Thailand’s anti-establishment protesters tonight

13 Sept 23:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thai police deployed water cannons against anti-establishment protesters attempting to march on the Bureau of the Royal Household.
Protesters aimed to submit demands for Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's resignation, constitutional amendments, and sweeping reforms of the Monarchy.
After the water cannon deployment, police offered to negotiate, leading to representatives from the protest crowd engaging with authorities.
The Free Youth Movement, organizers of the protest, kept their march destination undisclosed until the last minute, surprising authorities by heading directly for the Bureau of the Royal Household.

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.