Death toll in Indonesian quake, tsunami rises to 384

14 Sept 01:47 Key points summarised by AI

A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake triggered a devastating six-meter tsunami on Indonesia's Sulawesi island, claiming at least 384 lives, predominantly in the city of Palu.
Giant waves swept away hundreds gathered on beaches, causing widespread destruction to thousands of homes, hospitals, and critical infrastructure, including a main highway and bridge.
Communication lines are severely crippled, especially in the Donggala region near the epicenter, raising fears that the death toll could significantly rise, potentially into the thousands.
Rescue and aid efforts face major hurdles due to extensive damage, power outages, and cut-off access roads, with evacuees urgently needing food and basic necessities.
Indonesia's meteorological agency faced criticism for lifting its tsunami warning just 34 minutes after the quake, prior to the waves hitting Palu.

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.