Reuters reporters’ sentencing, as it unfolded in the courtroom

13 Sept 12:54 Key points summarised by AI

Reuters reporters Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo were sentenced to seven years in prison for violating Myanmar's Official Secrets Act.
The conviction stemmed from their possession of alleged 'top secret' documents, including travel itineraries of high-profile figures and police reports, gathered during their investigation into a massacre of Rohingya men.
The defense argued the documents were not secret and a key police witness testified to a setup, but the judge rejected these claims, stating the reporters acted with intent to harm state interests.
The reporters maintained their innocence, asserting the verdict is an unfair attack on press freedom and democracy in Myanmar.
Legal experts and the Myanmar Press Council condemned the ruling as a severe blow to freedom of expression, with defense lawyers planning to appeal the decision.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.