Former Thai PM Thanin passes away

10 Sept 20:22 Key points summarised by AI

Former Thai Prime Minister Thanin Kraivichien passed away on Sunday at the age of 97, having previously served as a Supreme Court judge.
Thanin was appointed Thailand's 14th prime minister in 1976 following political upheaval, and later served as a Privy Councillor to the late HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

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.