Thailand bans import of iguanas, effective from November 17

13 Sept 17:00 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand has banned the import of all iguana species, effective November 17, due to a rapidly increasing wild population, particularly in Lop Buri province, which poses a threat to the environment and agricultural land.
The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation is actively catching wild iguanas and has urged the public to declare their pet iguanas to control their spread and mitigate ecological risks.

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.