Fatal bus crash driver didn’t take mandated rest after four hours on the road

12 Sept 03:57 Key points summarised by AI

The driver of a double-decker bus involved in a fatal crash, killing 19 and injuring 32, allegedly failed to take a legally mandated rest after four hours of driving.
GPS data confirmed the bus traveled non-stop for six hours from Nakhon Ratchasima to Prachin Buri, exceeding the four-hour rest limit for drivers.
While chartered buses don't require two drivers for long-haul services like public buses, drivers are still obligated to take a brief rest every four hours, a rule reportedly violated.
Authorities have requested a police investigation into the incident, and victims' families are receiving compensation and counselling, with no immediate decision on decommissioning double-decker buses.

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.