Snake no mistake: Australian fined for surfing with python

21 Sept 02:43 Key points summarised by AI

An Australian surfer was fined after footage emerged of him surfing with his pet carpet python coiled around his neck on the Gold Coast.
Authorities issued the fine because the surfer lacked a permit to remove the reptile from its registered address and display it publicly, also noting that the cold ocean water is unsuitable for pythons.

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.