All eyes on Prayut, and just a bit on Democrats and Pheu Thai

13 Sept 09:02 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, leader of the 2014 coup, remains ambiguous about his political future in the upcoming elections, considering options from party alignment to an 'outsider' premiership.
The Democrat Party expects Abhisit Vejjajiva to lead and be its prime ministerial candidate, while Pheu Thai faces challenges like potential party dissolution and strategically selecting a distinct leader and prime ministerial nominee.
A royal decree for the election date is anticipated in December or early January, setting the stage for a potentially three-pronged battle involving established parties and a new pro-military movement.

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.