Thaksin, Army chief slammed for trying to be logical

13 Sept 14:22 Key points summarised by AI

Thaksin Shinawatra and Army Chief Apirat Kongsompong drew criticism for their statements; Thaksin for suggesting civil rule if his party wins 300 seats, and Apirat for not ruling out a coup, despite arguments that their honesty should be praised.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha significantly boosted his online presence with new social media accounts and plans for a Facebook live, indicating a potential foray into mainstream politics and gaining considerable online traction.
The Pheu Thai Party faces a potential dissolution as prosecutors review a police case against its executives for criticizing the government, a legal action that could escalate into severe party-level consequences.
Leading prime ministerial candidates Prayut and Sudarat Keyuraphan engaged in their first public debate over the government's 'welfare card' for the poor, highlighting their contrasting approaches to social welfare.
The Election Commission announced a Bt100,000 reward for evidence of vote-buying and issued warnings against 'nominee parties' as preparations for the upcoming elections intensify.

Uthenthawai students and alumni declare truce with Pathumwan rivals

Yesterday 20:34 Key points summarised by AI

Uthenthawai students and alumni have pledged to cease violent clashes with Pathumwan Institute rivals, coinciding with their campus's reopening after a 90-day closure.
The Minister of Higher Education is mediating the long-running conflict, while the campus closure has significantly disrupted in-person classes and laboratory work for over 1,000 students.
Uthenthawai resists relocation from its current site, citing a historical land grant from King Rama VI, despite Chulalongkorn University's plans to reclaim the land for an educational hub.
Concerns are mounting over the legality of the campus closure, its detrimental impact on uninvolved students, and the potential commercial development of the land, which critics argue contradicts the late King Rama VI's intentions.