Search for 30 missing Thai Navy crew continues for second day

21 Sept 03:05 Key points summarised by AI

Search efforts persist for 30 missing Thai Navy crew members from the sunken HMS Sukhothai corvette, with 76 out of 106 crew rescued over two days.
The vessel sank after sea water leaked into the engine room, causing all four generators to malfunction.
Despite crew training in sea survival techniques, naval officials admitted there were not enough life vests on board the ill-fated corvette.
Naval command assures the search will continue until all missing personnel are accounted for, emphasizing the crew's survival training.

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.