UN agency pauses evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz after attack on vessel

13 Sept 00:52 Key points summarised by AI

The UN's International Maritime Organization (IMO) paused ship evacuations through the Strait of Hormuz after an Iranian drone attacked a vessel off the coast of Oman.
The pause follows Iran's threats against ships using a new, UN-backed transit route, which Tehran deems 'unacceptable' and dangerous, insisting on its own designated corridors.
This disruption impacts global oil transit, heightens regional tensions, and complicates ongoing U.S.-Iran peace negotiations aimed at ensuring maritime security in the vital waterway.

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.