Half of Ayutthaya submerged, storm Kalmaegi to hit Ubon Ratchathani this afternoon

13 Sept 12:49 Key points summarised by AI

Half of Ayutthaya province is severely flooded, with over 54,000 households in eight districts submerged and 14 deaths reported, due to rising Chao Phraya and Noi river levels and increased dam discharge.
Typhoon Kalmaegi has weakened to a tropical storm and is expected to reach Ubon Ratchathani this afternoon, moving across Laos with central wind speeds of 83kph.
The Meteorological Department forecasts heavy to very heavy rain from today through Sunday across numerous provinces, including Ubon Ratchathani and Ayutthaya, as the storm dissipates into a low-pressure cell.

Lamphun in a New Light

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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.