Crystal meth found concealed in plaster dolls at Bangkok Port

13 Sept 19:22 Key points summarised by AI

Joint forces at Bangkok Port seized 30.5 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, valued at Bt30.5 million, ingeniously hidden inside plaster cat and giraffe dolls.
The drugs, destined for Taiwan, were discovered during an inspection prompted by suspicious export documents, with officials now expanding the investigation into the smuggling operation.

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.