Bangkok police offer public apology, but do not admit to extortion of Taiwanese actress

28 Sept 00:58 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok police are investigating an alleged 27,000 baht extortion of a Taiwanese actress caught with an e-cigarette by Huai Khwang officers at a checkpoint.
The Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) apologized for officers' failure to charge the actress, promising disciplinary action, but refrained from admitting extortion due to conflicting details.
Whistle-blower Chuwit Kamolvisit claims an officer confessed, alleging senior MPB officials initially denied the incident before evidence prompted a confession, and that crucial CCTV footage was tampered with.
This alleged extortion adds to a series of recent scandals involving Thai police, with sources indicating seven officers were involved and split the bribe.

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.