Fire partially destroys Pattaya floating market

23 Sept 04:12 Key points summarised by AI

A massive fire devastated a section of Pattaya's popular floating market, causing an estimated 50 million baht in damages and injuring one person from smoke inhalation.
The blaze, reportedly starting in the northern zone, rapidly consumed wooden shops, fanned by strong winds, requiring over 20 fire trucks to control it within an hour.
Authorities are investigating the fire's origin, while a relief center assists affected shopkeepers who face significant income loss from the destruction of their businesses.

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.