About Northern Lights - The Chiang Mai Journal Podcast
Discover the soul of Northern Thailand. Northern Lights, by the Chiang Mai Journal brings you stories, sounds, and insights from Chiang Mai and beyond—covering culture, current events, expat life, and everyday moments that make the north shine. Powered by the Chiang Mai Journal.
Flashback Episode (and Video Podcast) - What's Happened So Far in August - Top Stories
Flashback Episode: What’s Happened So Far in August – Top Stories
This special flashback edition of the North Lights Podcast takes you through the biggest headlines and hidden stories shaping August so far. From global weather disruptions and shifting geopolitical tensions to breakthroughs in tech, finance, and culture, we recap the moments that defined the first half of the month. Whether you missed a story or just want the highlights in one place, this episode is your fast-track catch-up — paired with our new video podcast format for an even sharper perspective.
18 Aug 2025
Chiang Mai in Focus: Crypto Tourism, Temple Fire, and Global Sports Build-Up
In today’s Chiang Mai news update, we unpack a mix of progress, culture, and challenges shaping the city and beyond. Thailand has launched TouristDigiPay, a groundbreaking system allowing visitors to spend cryptocurrencies in baht. Meanwhile, the upcoming FIVB Volleyball World Championship brings China’s team to town for a warm-up clash against Thailand.
But not all is bright—an early-morning fire at Wat Weluwan Temple in Mae Rim caused millions in damage, while clean air activists push harder for the new Clean Air Bill in parliament. We’ll also dive into Chiang Mai’s booming reputation as a vinyl-lover’s paradise, new airline expansions that could change travel, and Thailand’s growing global footprint in film and wellness tourism.
Tune in for a full snapshot of Chiang Mai today—where tradition meets innovation, and every headline tells a bigger story.
17 Aug 2025
Chiang Mai Today: From Heavy Rains to Bright Innovations
In this episode, we dive into the top stories shaping Chiang Mai over the last 12 hours. From intensifying monsoon alerts and river contamination concerns to the city’s recognition as the safest in Southeast Asia, today’s news paints a vivid picture of resilience and change. We cover the launch of an F1-inspired curriculum, progress on the light rail transit project, and new efforts in low-carbon agriculture.
We also take a closer look at troubling headlines, including structural damage lingering from the Myanmar quake and the ongoing investigation into a tourist’s death in Doi Suthep National Park. But it’s not all dark—tourism campaigns and cultural initiatives are keeping Chiang Mai in the global spotlight.
Tune in for a fast-moving briefing on the city’s biggest stories—where challenges meet opportunity in Northern Thailand.
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