Sukhothai warned of possible flooding

23 Sept 06:16 Key points summarised by AI

Sukhothai, an ancient city with vital historical ruins, faces a high risk of flooding due to a massive volume of northern run-off flowing down the Yom River, with the peak expected by August 22.
Authorities are implementing disaster prevention plans, diverting water, and preparing equipment like pumps and excavators, with particular attention given to the vulnerable Sukhothai Municipality, including its hospital and economic zones.

Speculation growing over merger between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties

Yesterday 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul and Kla Tham leader Capt. Thamanat Prompow ignited widespread speculation about a potential merger between their parties.
The meeting is viewed as a strategic message to coalition partner Pheu Thai, indicating Bhumjaithai's alternative options following Pheu Thai's chief whip's remarks about not fully defending all ministers in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
A direct merger between parties with sitting MPs is currently prohibited by Section 99 of the Constitution until the House's term expires, though MPs can switch parties through dismissal or party dissolution.
These constitutional rules aim to prevent financially strong parties from easily absorbing smaller ones, a practice that historically led to single-party dominance, as seen with Thai Rak Thai's 2005 election victory.