Entertainment reporters announce their “Names of the Year” for 2022

13 Sept 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

Celebrated Love and Romance: 2022's top entertainment stories highlighted diverse forms of love, from the confirmed romance of Naphat and Pimchanok to the widespread popularity of "Boy Love" couples like PP-Billkin, signaling growing societal acceptance.
Impactful Philanthropy and Cultural Promotion: Figures like Phakin "Tono" Khamwilaisak were recognized for significant charity work, while rapper Danupha "Milli" Khanatheerakul elevated Thai culture by showcasing mango sticky rice globally.
Dominant Media Personalities and Fan Power: Celebrities such as Engfa Waraha consistently captured headlines, underscoring the influence of strong fan bases and the media's role in shaping public narratives, even amidst industry rivalries and controversies.

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.