Chiang Mai park closes 3 waterfalls fearing flash floods

14 Sept 08:03 Key points summarised by AI

Doi Suthep-Pui National Park in Chiang Mai closed three waterfalls—Mae Sa, Tat Mok, and Mok Fah—due to heavy downpours, murky water, and the risk of flash floods.
Officials issued warnings to residents along creeks near the park about potential overflows and flooding, while deep floodwaters persist in downtown Chiang Mai, causing disruptions and prompting vehicle relocation to higher ground.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn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A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.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.