64 Thai alleged scam call centre workers deported from Cambodia

15 Sept 12:40 Key points summarised by AI

Cambodian authorities deported 64 Thai nationals, comprising 39 men and 26 women, who were allegedly working for Chinese-funded call centre scam operators, back to Thailand.
Many of these individuals were lured by promises of high salaries (20,000-30,000 baht/month) to work in online gambling scams, with some reporting unpaid wages, prompting repeated warnings from Thai authorities about such job offers.

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.