Landslide cuts off Mae Hong Son highway as north braces for downpours

11 Sept 00:58 Key points summarised by AI

Continuous heavy rainfall caused a massive landslide on Highway 108 in Mae Hong Son, cutting off traffic to Chiang Mai; no injuries or vehicle damage were reported.
Authorities are coordinating efforts to clear the debris and reopen the vital highway as quickly as possible.
Northern provinces, including Mae Hong Son and Chiang Mai, are bracing for further torrential downpours from June 4-7, with up to 300mm of rainfall forecast.
Local officials have implemented high alert measures, preparing evacuation plans and 24/7 emergency rescue teams, urging residents in vulnerable areas to monitor updates closely.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn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A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.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