Myanmar junta hits ethnic rebels with air strikes near India border

1 Oct 13:37 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's junta conducted air strikes on the Chin National Front (CNF) base near the Indian border, resulting in five rebel fighter deaths.
A bomb from the strike landed close to, or on, the international boundary with India, prompting an investigation by Indian police who confirmed no damage or casualties on their side.
The CNF, an ethnic rebel group, had a ceasefire with the military but recently allied with a shadow government opposing the junta, intensifying conflict since the 2021 coup.

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.