Saraburi tissue factory fire kills eight, two still missing

13 Sept 09:44 Key points summarised by AI

A devastating fire at a Saraburi tissue paper mill resulted in eight confirmed deaths and two people still missing, with most victims found trapped on the facility's upper office floors.
The blaze, ignited on the ground floor where flammable materials were stored, rapidly engulfed the factory, severely complicating firefighting and rescue efforts due to intense flames, a collapsed roof, and limited ventilation.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn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A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.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