Food, soil and water in Prachin Buri uncontaminated - Health Department

13 Sept 15:41 Key points summarised by AI

Health officials confirm no radiation contamination: Over 20 samples of fruit, vegetables, water, soil, and food collected near the Prachin Buri foundry, where caesium-137 was detected, have been cleared of radiation by the National Institute of Nuclear Technology.
Public assured of safety but advised to monitor health: The Health Department assures the public that food, soil, and water in Prachin Buri are free from caesium-137, but advises anyone developing symptoms like fatigue, nausea, or skin infections to seek medical attention following the earlier disappearance and suspected melting of a caesium-137 cylinder.

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.