Strong earthquake rocks Thai capital of Bangkok, prompting evacuations from swaying buildings

11 Sept 16:29 Key points summarised by AI

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake, with its epicenter in neighboring Myanmar, caused buildings to sway and prompted widespread evacuations across the Thai capital of Bangkok.
Despite the intense tremor, which even sloshed water from high-rise pools, there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties in the densely populated city.

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.