Large haul of methamphetamine seized from rented room in Songkhla

14 Sept 12:28 Key points summarised by AI

Songkhla anti-narcotics officers seized approximately 400,000 methamphetamine tablets during a raid on a rented room.
Authorities arrested 28-year-old Athiwat in Bang Klam district, who allegedly used his room to store and distribute the illicit drugs.
The suspect confessed to being paid 20,000 baht per consignment and detailed picking up 800,000 pills, half of which were delivered to another individual who was subsequently apprehended.

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.