Thai sports minister accepts blame for "dramas" surrounding SEA Games preparations

10 Sept 23:30 Key points summarised by AI

Tourism and Sports Minister Atthakorn Sirilattayakorn has accepted full responsibility for the organizational issues plaguing Thailand's upcoming 33rd SEA Games.
The country's preparations have drawn widespread public criticism, particularly concerning inadequate publicity and fears of tarnishing Thailand's international image.
Atthakorn dismissed suggestions of political interference, vowing to ensure the best possible hosting of the Games to uphold the nation's reputation despite ongoing challenges and individual mistakes.
He expressed confidence that the opening ceremony on December 9 will significantly boost national pride and promised to prevent a recurrence of previous organizational mishaps, such as the national anthem 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.