Myanmar junta jails journalist for life in ongoing crackdown

15 Sept 13:35 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's military court sentenced two journalists from Dawei Watch, Myo Myint Oo to life and Aung San Oo to 20 years, under a counterterrorism law, denying them legal defense and court appearance.
The arrests and convictions are part of the junta's sweeping and bloody campaign against dissent and independent media since overthrowing the civilian government in February 2021.
Myanmar has become one of the world's biggest jailers of journalists, with 62 detained, ranking 171 out of 180 in the 2024 World Press Freedom Index.

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.