Suvarnabhumi deploys multiple anti-drone systems after sightings near airport

1 Oct 21:06 Key points summarised by AI

Suvarnabhumi Airport confirmed drone sightings near its premises, prompting the immediate deployment of anti-drone systems, including Redsky-II and Drone Killer guns, provided by the Royal Thai Air Force and police.
For long-term protection, Airports of Thailand (AOT) received approval to procure advanced anti-drone systems to counter all drone-related threats, with an expedited acquisition process underway.
Thailand's National Security Council (NSC) adopted four measures to control non-military drones, tightening regulations near airports and border provinces, and establishing a national drone center to manage their use.
The NSC also mandated increasing penalties for drone misuse threatening national security, easing restrictions on anti-drone equipment procurement for defense, and warned of severe consequences, including capital punishment, for drone smuggling into border areas.

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.