Obama, Clinton among targets of suspected bombs ahead of US election

14 Sept 14:28 Key points summarised by AI

Suspected package bombs were sent to high-profile Democrats, including former President Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, and CNN, ahead of the US elections.
The devices, described as pipe bombs, were intercepted before reaching their intended recipients and did not detonate, preventing any injuries.
New York officials branded the incidents an "act of terrorism" aimed at undermining the free press and political leaders, escalating tensions in a deeply polarized nation.
The FBI is investigating the similar-looking parcels, which bore a return address linked to a Democratic Congresswoman, warning that more packages could be in circulation.

Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.