Three defendants in Tangmo drowning case walk free

9 Sept 13:36 Key points summarised by AI

The Nonthaburi Provincial Court acquitted three defendants—Idsarin Juthasuksawat, Wisapat Manomairat, and Paem Thamthirasri—due to insufficient evidence of negligence in the drowning death of actress Tangmo.
A fourth defendant, Nitas Kiratisoothisathorn, received a six-month suspended prison sentence and a fine for littering and attempting to destroy evidence.
This ruling follows a May 2023 decision where two other defendants, Tanupat Lerttaweewit and Paiboon Trikanjananun, were found guilty of recklessness and operating a boat without a license, also receiving suspended sentences.
Tangmo's death occurred in 2022 after she fell from a speedboat into the Chao Phraya River, a case that continues to be surrounded by public conspiracy theories despite the court's findings.

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.