Man arrested for otter trading in Chachoengsao

13 Sept 14:37 Key points summarised by AI

Police in Chachoengsao arrested a 26-year-old man for illegally possessing and trading protected wildlife, including otters, soft-shelled turtles, and pangolins.
The arrest stemmed from an undercover operation where officers posed as buyers for otter cubs advertised on social media, leading to the suspect's apprehension at his residence.

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.