Heavier penalties for traffic violations in the offing

13 Sept 10:50 Key points summarised by AI

The government plans to amend traffic laws to impose significantly heavier penalties for violations.
This initiative aims to combat severe traffic gridlock, particularly in Bangkok, by deterring offenders.

Only nong Chok, Lat Krabang remain public disaster zones as floods recede

Today 12:58 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) lifted public disaster designations for six districts, leaving only Nong Chok and Lat Krabang still classified as flood-affected zones due to their low-lying nature.
Assistance and compensation for affected households will continue despite the lifted designations, while the Meteorological Department warns of new heavy to very heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flash floods across the South, lower North, Central Plains (including Bangkok), and East from today through Sunday.