Nakhon Nayok fires endanger 200+ bird species, including black hawks

16 Sept 07:52 Key points summarised by AI

Massive fires in Nakhon Nayok's Pak Phli district have devastated over 1,500 hectares of rice fields, threatening more than 200 bird species.
The unusually large blazes generated thick black smoke, which spread to Bangkok and worsened air pollution.
Migratory birds, including an estimated 3,000 black hawks from Mongolia crucial for natural pest control, are among the species at high risk.
Bird conservation groups express deep concern and plan a mid-February survey to assess the full impact on local bird populations.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

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A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.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