Sriracha oil spill may reach Bangsan beach this Sunday

21 Sept 09:40 Key points summarised by AI

Approximately 45,000 litres of crude oil leaked into the sea from a Thai Oil tanker off Chonburi province.
The oil spill is projected to reach Bangsan beach by September 10, following earlier impacts on Kangkao Island, Udom bay, and Loy Island.
Thai Oil claims the spill is under control, having deployed oil booms and dispersants, and is investigating the incident that occurred on September 3rd.
The company reports no casualties, states refinery operations are unaffected, and confirms insurance covers the costs of the spill.

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.