Richard Gere calls Trump a 'bully' at Spain's top film awards

11 Sept 05:01 Key points summarised by AI

Actor Richard Gere, while accepting an International Goya Award in Spain, publicly denounced President Donald Trump as a "bully" and "thug."
Gere warned that the United States is in a "very dark place" and cautioned against the global rise of authoritarianism.
He also criticized the "dark marriage" of power and money, expressing concern over billionaires' influence on global affairs.

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.