Bangkok food shop owner becomes instant star on TikTok for generosity

20 Sept 09:46 Key points summarised by AI

A Bangkok food shop owner and her daughter gained viral fame on TikTok for generously offering free pork leg stew to drainage workers during heavy rain.
The act of kindness, captured in a 49-second video, quickly garnered over 300,000 views and widespread social media praise.
The family revealed they regularly provide free meals to the homeless and poor, driven by a philosophy of offering immediate and proactive help to those in need.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

Today 18:24 Key points summarised by AI

A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.
Black Lotus Global LLC, managing Nene Royal's rights, has legitimate trademark applications for various categories under fast-track processing, with final approval anticipated by February 2027.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) monitors international trademark filings to protect Thai creators and advises early registration to prevent unauthorized third-party claims, noting a "NENE" trademark already registered in South Korea.