Deadly Chonburi pub found to be illegally modified, operated after allowed hours

29 Sept 18:20 Key points summarised by AI

The Mountain B pub, site of a fire that killed 14 and injured dozens, was illegally modified from a restaurant into a pub without proper permits.
The establishment operated beyond its allowed hours, with the fatal blaze occurring at 12:45 am, past the midnight curfew for restaurants.
Emergency exits were blocked or locked, leaving only the front entrance accessible and trapping customers inside.
The Sattahip district Chief was immediately transferred following the incident, a standard government practice in Thailand after grave mistakes or complaints.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.