Gold first, proposal next: Thai archer delivers on promise

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Thai para archer Khomson Singphirom won gold at the 2026 Asian Para Games, fulfilling his promise to propose to fellow archer and partner Phannipa Srathongmaew.
Khomson's partner, Phannipa, also secured a bronze medal, making their achievements at the Games particularly memorable.

Over 77% people polled will not join Loy Krathong festival over COVID concerns

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A recent poll reveals over 77% of people will not participate in the Loy Krathong festival, primarily due to COVID-19 concerns and fears of new infection clusters.
Many respondents plan alternative celebrations, with 61.1% opting to float Krathongs in nearby canals and 8.5% choosing to celebrate online to avoid crowds.
The survey indicates a shift in perception, with 22% no longer attaching importance to the festival and 71.8% believing its traditional fun aspects will be diminished by the pandemic.
Loy Krathong's traditional purpose is to offer apologies to the Hindu Goddess Ganga and release sins by floating baskets, often accompanied by cultural festivities.