Singaporean tourist dies, four others injured in road accident in Phuket

13 Sept 09:07 Key points summarised by AI

A Singaporean tourist was killed and four others injured when their Toyota Yaris crashed into a micro bus on a steep, curved road in Phuket's Muang district.
The deceased, identified as 21-year-old Ho Jia Hui Renee, was the driver of the Singaporean car; police are investigating the cause, suspecting unfamiliarity with the challenging road conditions.

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.