Body of missing Russian woman found in sea off Pa Tong Beach

13 Sept 09:08 Key points summarised by AI

The body of 53-year-old Russian national Elena Rusradchenko, missing since last Friday from Nai Thon Beach, was discovered floating in the sea off Pa Tong Beach.
Police, who had suspected drowning or getting lost, focused their search on the sea and nearby mountains, with the body found approximately 40km from her last known location.

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.