Thai soldier loses leg in latest landmine blast on Thai-Cambodian border in Surin

13 Sept 10:50 Key points summarised by AI

A Thai soldier lost a leg after stepping on an anti-personnel landmine during a patrol near the Ta Muen Thom ancient temple in Surin province, along the Thai-Cambodian border.
Thai Army suspects the landmine was freshly laid by intruding Cambodian soldiers, despite the patrol route having been previously cleared and fenced off by Thai forces after a recent conflict.
This incident marks the second landmine explosion in the region this month, following an August 9th blast that injured three soldiers and prompted Thailand to condemn Cambodia for violating ceasefire agreements and the Ottawa Convention.

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.