Six underage girls rescued from commercial sex trade in Phuket

21 Sept 02:45 Key points summarised by AI

Thai officials, in coordination with Operation Underground Railroad (OUR), rescued six underage girls from a commercial sex trade operation on Patong Beach, Phuket.
Raids on a bar and a hotel resulted in the arrest of two women, who were charged with human trafficking and operating a bar without a license.
The rescued girls, including some under 15, are being sent for rehabilitation before being reunited with their families.

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.