Two Sattahip district officials nabbed for allegedly taking bribes

13 Sept 14:39 Key points summarised by AI

Sattahip District officials in Chon Buri were arrested for allegedly soliciting bribes to expedite guesthouse operating licenses.
A guesthouse operator reported being coerced into paying 15,000 baht per unit, disguised as a 'donation' into a counterfeit Red Cross box, for swift license approval.
A sting operation successfully apprehended local administration official Suphaporn and assistant district chief Kanthapong as they collected the illicit payment.
Both officials face charges of malfeasance in office, though they deny the allegations of accepting bribes.

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.