In today’s Chiang Mai News Update (August 15, 2025), the city faces a mixed bag of challenges and opportunities. Authorities have issued high alerts for floods and landslides as heavy rain batters northern Thailand. Locals in Saraphi District protest the proposed outer ring road, citing displacement fears, while environmental concerns mount over toxic contamination in the Kok River. On a brighter note, Chiang Mai gears up to host the FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Championship, and tourism officials say most attractions have reopened after recent floods. Meanwhile, the investigation continues into the death of a foreign tourist in Doi Suthep, and plans for a light rail system advance toward a 2027 launch. From weather threats to infrastructure battles and cultural debates, today’s headlines reveal a city balancing urgency with optimism.