Trained sniffer dogs uncover smoked bats smuggled from China

17 Sept 07:08 Key points summarised by AI

Sniffer dogs at Suvarnabhumi airport successfully intercepted smoked bats and pork products smuggled from China, hidden in passenger luggage.
The seizure was made due to violations of the Animal Diseases Act and to prevent potential outbreaks of diseases, including African swine fever.
Authorities highlighted that bats are known carriers of dangerous pathogens, such as the Nipah virus, which can cause severe illness and death in both humans and animals.
Impounded meat will be destroyed after analysis, and the public is urged to avoid consuming uncooked meat or wildlife to mitigate health risks.

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.