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Two Myanmar pre-wedders fined for trampling rare moss at Doi Inthanon

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Two Myanmar pre-wedders fined for trampling rare moss at Doi Inthanon

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Two Myanmar tourists were fined Bt10,000 for damaging rare Sphagnum moss, known as "Khao Tok Rusi," at Doi Inthanon National Park.
The couple ventured off a designated nature trail during a pre-wedding photoshoot, trampling the ecologically sensitive high-altitude peatland.
The incident gained public attention after another tourist shared photos on social media, prompting park officials to investigate and issue the fine for violating regulations.
Park officials underscored the significant and potentially long-lasting impact on Thailand's unique and fragile ecosystem, noting the difficulty in quantifying the damage.

Today 08:51Key points summarised by AI

Two new studies published in JAMA journals confirm that long-term exposure to air pollution significantly increases the risk of depression and anxiety.
One study, focusing on nearly nine million elderly Americans on Medicare, found a heightened risk of late-onset depression, particularly among socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals.
The second study, conducted in Britain and China, observed an increased incidence of depression and anxiety even at low pollution levels, below UK air quality standards.
Researchers identified fine particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, and ozone as key pollutants contributing to these mental health issues, noting the elderly's particular susceptibility due to pulmonary and neural vulnerability.

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