Huge boulders block Mae Hong Son highway after heavy rain

23 Sept 02:26 Key points summarised by AI

Heavy rain caused massive boulders to fall onto Highway 108 in Mae Hong Son, completely blocking traffic.
Clearing efforts faced difficulties as some boulders were too large for available machinery, necessitating heavier equipment.
Authorities successfully reopened one lane to traffic while continuing to remove debris and assess hillside stability for full road restoration.
Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution due to ongoing rain and the potential for additional rockfalls in the area.

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.