Most Thais believe they can resume normal life after all get first vaccine shot - Super Poll

13 Sept 09:08 Key points summarised by AI

A Super Poll indicates 87% of Thais prioritize everyone receiving their first COVID-19 vaccine dose, even if the second shot is postponed.
The survey reveals 78.2% of respondents are confident they can resume normal life once all Thais have received their initial vaccine jab.
Confidence in Thailand's economic recovery is strong, with 76% believing the country can reopen after widespread first-dose vaccination.
The poll suggests that achieving at least 70% first-dose vaccination can build public trust in economic recovery and counter vaccine-related misinformation.

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.