17 more need treatment after apparent use of “K powdered milk” drug cocktail

13 Sept 15:23 Key points summarised by AI

Seventeen individuals required medical attention for suspected use of the “K powdered milk” drug cocktail, with four admitted for severe conditions.
Medical authorities confirmed admissions and collected urine samples, prioritizing severe cases for treatment, as some patients experienced hallucinations.
Law enforcement has issued arrest warrants for four suspected traffickers linked to the drug, which allegedly caused seven deaths, with two suspects already apprehended for sales in Bangkok.

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.