Most of the 640,000 krathongs collected in Bangkok are environmentally friendly : BMA

18 Sept 10:23 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) collected nearly 640,000 krathongs after the Loy Krathong festival, marking an 11.74% increase from last year.
A significant 96.75% of the collected krathongs were made from environmentally friendly, natural, or degradable materials, showcasing a strong commitment to sustainability.
The number of polystyrene foam krathongs dropped to just 3.26%, indicating improved eco-consciousness among participants compared to previous years.
The BMA introduced a new initiative with 3,744 virtual krathongs floated in Khlong Ong Ang, offering an alternative eco-friendly way to celebrate.

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.