5 Chinese nationals arrested for setting up religious sect, selling magic potion

13 Sept 14:55 Key points summarised by AI

Thai immigration police arrested five Chinese nationals, including self-proclaimed "Mother of Universe" Huang Lian-Tsu, for establishing a religious sect, "Lion Kingdom Federation," in Pattaya while on tourist visas.
The group allegedly solicited donations and sold a "magic potion" falsely promising long life and health, prompting concerns about its potential harm and leading to visa revocations and blacklisting for two key members.

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.