Border clash between Thai and Cambodian forces in Ubon Ratchathani

10 Sept 14:25 Key points summarised by AI

Thai and Cambodian border troops engaged in a brief gun battle at the Chong Bok pass after Cambodian forces allegedly encroached on an overlapping border area.
The ten-minute firefight resulted in no casualties, a ceasefire was requested by Cambodia, and both forces remain positioned in the disputed area.

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.