Ex-boxer arrested for setting 2 Malaysian tourists on fire

13 Sept 05:58 Key points summarised by AI

Police arrested former Thai boxer Varakorn Pabthaisong for allegedly setting two Malaysian tourists on fire in central Bangkok.
The two victims, Ong (26) and Gan (27), sustained critical second-degree burns but are now in stable condition at separate hospitals.
The suspect, found with paint thinner and a lighter, admitted to the attack, citing frustration over his unemployment as the motive.
Passers-by intervened to apprehend the ex-boxer as he attempted to flee the scene following the incident.

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.