Five dead after NZ boat reportedly collides with whale

14 Sept 03:29 Key points summarised by AI

A boat carrying 11 people, primarily a bird-watching group, capsized off New Zealand's South Island, resulting in five fatalities and six minor injuries.
Authorities suspect the vessel overturned after colliding with a whale in calm waters near Kaikoura, a renowned whale-watching destination.
An extensive seven-hour rescue operation recovered the bodies, with police continuing their investigation into the "unprecedented event."

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.