Bangkokians vote to decide the capital's future today

10 Sept 12:00 Key points summarised by AI

Approximately 4.5 million eligible Bangkok residents are casting ballots today to elect the capital's 18th governor and members of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC).
Polling stations are open from 8 am to 5 pm, with unofficial gubernatorial results anticipated as early as 9 pm; 18 candidates are running for governor and 258 for the BMC.
The election, funded by a 294.1 million baht budget, sees a 2.4% increase in the electorate since 2022, and an alcohol sales ban is in effect until 6 pm today.

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.