Thai politician Chonsawat Asavahame dies of heatstroke in Buri Ram

14 Sept 02:51 Key points summarised by AI

Chonsawat Asavahame, a prominent 55-year-old Thai politician and former mayor of Samut Prakan PAO, died early this morning in Buri Ram.
He reportedly collapsed from heatstroke while practicing driving at the Chang International Circuit, with his body to be returned for a seven-day funeral ceremony.

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.