Mekong River fish deformations caused by parasite, not toxins

10 Sept 12:15 Key points summarised by AI

The Fisheries Department confirmed that deformed Bagarius sp fish in Chiang Rai's Mekong River are infected with a Digenea parasite, not heavy metals.
Although the Digenea parasite is not infectious, consumers are advised to avoid eating the deformed fish.
Pollution Control Department tests found high concentrations of arsenic in sediment samples from 13 locations along the Kok River, warning that eating too much fish from this river may endanger health.
Elevated levels of other heavy metals, including lead, chromium, and nickel, were also detected in sediments from both the Kok and Mekong Rivers, but these do not currently pose an immediate health threat.

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.