PM Prayut donates 5 million baht as foreign aid picks up for Indonesia's quake survivors

13 Sept 06:07 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha donated 5 million baht to support Indonesia's earthquake and tsunami victims, expressing confidence in the nation's recovery.
Thailand is actively coordinating with businesses for additional donations and has prepared a 25-person health team for deployment, also thanking Indonesia for repatriating 32 Thai nationals.
Survivors on Sulawesi's west coast face critical shortages of food, water, and fuel, leading to scavenging and looting amidst widespread infrastructure damage and communication breakdowns.
The official death toll has reached 1,407 and is expected to rise, prompting a significant increase in international aid efforts after Indonesia accepted foreign assistance.

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.