Thailand to ask Myanmar to regulate Chinese-run mining

10 Sept 17:02 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand will negotiate with Myanmar to halt wastewater discharge from unregulated Chinese-run mining operations, which has contaminated the Kok and Sai rivers with heavy metals.
Lab tests confirmed arsenic levels exceeding safety standards in water samples from Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai rivers, prompting urgent diplomatic discussions at the upcoming Regional Border Committee meeting.
As a precaution, officials advise residents to avoid consuming fish from the affected rivers and to meticulously clean vegetables, despite initial human urine tests showing no high arsenic levels.

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.