Examination ordered of money trail of forestry official allegedly involved in illegal lumber trade

14 Sept 14:59 Key points summarised by AI

Authorities initiated an investigation into the bank accounts of a female Forest Department official, who is allegedly linked to a significant haul of illegal Burma Padauk lumber found in Chiang Mai.
Despite her resignation, the official will face criminal and disciplinary action, as the probe aims to identify the mastermind behind the illegal lumber trade, which originated from a protected forest in Uttaradit.

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.