Launch of Thailand’s THEOS-2 Earth observation satellite postponed

23 Sept 05:41 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's THEOS-2 Earth observation satellite launch was abruptly postponed just 14 seconds before lift-off due to a "red" status warning indicating a voltage above the safety threshold.
Officials at the Arianespace centre are investigating the technical problem, with findings expected soon to determine a rescheduled launch date.
Operated by GITSDA, THEOS-2 is designed to capture detailed, high-resolution Earth images (up to 50cm) and transmit data for critical applications in Thailand, including emergency response, agriculture, and urban planning.
The Geo-informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GITSDA) stated that satellite launch postponements are normal, emphasizing that safety remains the top priority.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.