Working from home continues in Chiang Mai on Saturday and Sunday

13 Sept 13:27 Key points summarised by AI

Chiang Mai extends its work-from-home directive through Sunday as severe PM2.5 pollution persists across the province.
Public and private sectors are urged to allow staff to work remotely, provided business operations and public services are not disrupted.
Mae Sai district in Chiang Rai also remains heavily shrouded in dust, with PM2.5 levels exceeding 300 microns and residents fearing cross-border bushfires.
Officials anticipate that forecasted summer storms might miss Chiang Rai, suggesting that severe air pollution in Mae Sai is likely to continue.

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.