Assault and other charges could be filed against core members after Saturday’s protests

13 Sept 13:36 Key points summarised by AI

Police are gathering evidence to file assault and public unrest charges against core members of "Mob Fest" and "Bad Students" protest groups following Saturday's demonstration.
Two policemen were injured during the protest at Democracy Monument when demonstrators attempted to breach a cordon and wrap the monument with an emblazoned cloth.
Additional charges, including illegal public assembly, desecrating an archaeological site, and violations of the Cleanliness Act, are also being prepared against protest organizers.

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.