Police chief orders legal action after officer attacked at election site in Songkhla

17 Sept 08:03 Key points summarised by AI

National police chief Pol Gen Kitrat Phanphet ordered immediate legal action against a group who attacked a border police officer providing security at an election site in Songkhla.
The officer, Pol Senior Sergeant Major Nisathit Kongthep, was assaulted after warning men against taking photographs inside a polling station.
Nisathit sustained injuries to his eyes and wrists and is currently receiving medical treatment at Songkhla Hospital.
The police chief emphasized a thorough investigation and full prosecution for all attackers, regardless of their status, including reviewing their criminal records.

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.