Typhoon Mangkhut slams into China after pummeling Philippines

13 Sept 06:19 Key points summarised by AI

Typhoon Mangkhut, the year's strongest tropical cyclone (Category 5 equivalent), made landfall in China's Guangdong province after impacting the Philippines, Hong Kong, and Macau.
The typhoon caused at least 29 deaths in the Philippines, primarily from landslides, with a baby and toddler among the victims.
Hong Kong faced severe disruption from gale-force winds (over 200 kph), leading to widespread flooding, property damage, and numerous flight cancellations.
Macau suspended casino operations and experienced flooding, while China implemented large-scale evacuations and recalled thousands of boats as a precautionary measure.

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.