7 new human rights commissioners selected

13 Sept 23:54 Key points summarised by AI

Seven new human rights commissioners have been selected from 29 candidates to serve a seven-year term.
The chosen commissioners include prominent human rights advocates, a former diplomat, and two members of the Thai PBS board of governors.
Their nominations will proceed to a 45-day background check by the National Legislative Assembly's vetting panel for final endorsement.

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.