Singapore ruling party wins election in landslide

14 Sept 14:36 Key points summarised by AI

Singapore's ruling People's Action Party (PAP) secured a landslide victory, winning all but 10 of 97 seats with 65.57% of the total votes.
The win grants Prime Minister Lawrence Wong a clear mandate to navigate the nation through significant economic challenges, including potential US tariffs.
Despite facing recent controversies and a revitalized opposition, the PAP's popularity increased compared to 2020, signaling strong voter trust in the government's stability and leadership.

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.