Tourists face legal trouble for fishing in Khao Yai National Park

10 Sept 16:58 Key points summarised by AI

Khao Yai National Park initiated legal action against two tourists photographed fishing illegally within park boundaries, with their actions sparking public outrage online.
The alleged offenders face serious charges, including poaching, which carry penalties of up to five years in jail and/or a 500,000 baht fine, as park officials vow to set a strong example.
Separately, park authorities highlighted an ongoing issue where motorcyclists illegally insert and discard steel wool into exhaust pipes to bypass noise regulations, posing risks to wildlife and park maintenance.

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.