Suspects in SAO building collapse case surrender to Bang Sue police

15 Sept 22:41 Key points summarised by AI

Premchai Karnasuta, executive director of Italian-Thai Development Company (ITD), and another senior executive surrendered to police regarding the collapse of the State Audit Office (SAO) building.
They are among 17 construction directors and engineers facing charges of negligence in the design, construction, and supervision of the SAO building, which resulted in 89 deaths and injuries following an earthquake.

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.