Forest arsonist in Phitsanulok jailed, fined Bt133 million

21 Sept 03:54 Key points summarised by AI

A man was sentenced to four years in prison and fined 133 million baht for causing extensive damage to 345.6 hectares of forested land in Phitsanulok province by setting a fire.
Despite pleading guilty, the court denied a suspended sentence due to the severe environmental damage and ordered the defendant and his family to vacate the no-hunting area.

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.