Free bus service to avoid mass transit construction routes

23 Sept 02:51 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) will launch a free bus service starting September 1 to help commuters avoid severe traffic caused by the construction of the Yellow, Pink, and Orange mass transit lines.
Three new bus routes (168 Suan Siam-Victory Monument, 145 Praeksa Garage-Mor Chit 2, and 32 Tha It Garage-Wat Po) have been arranged to bypass the construction zones, offering alternative travel options.
The trial run for these services will last about one month, during which public response will be assessed, with initial services deploying a mix of air-conditioned and 'hot' buses on the routes.

Italy sends troops, toughens security laws after Milan clashes

Today 07:58 Key points summarised by AI

Italy deployed 500 troops to Milan and enacted stricter security laws, including easier detention for minors and new penalties for violent protest participation, following weekend riots and looting.
Nationwide fuel price protests, particularly in southern Italy, severely disrupted vital supply chains, forcing major pasta producers like Garofalo and Rummo to halt or scale back production.
The protests led to food shortages in southern supermarkets, prompting Transport Minister Salvini to pledge €480 million to address the fuel crisis, though some unions continue blockades.
Prime Minister Meloni condemned the violence, emphasizing that "destroying and stealing is not protest, it is crime," as the government faces upcoming elections dominated by economic, security, and immigration concerns.