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King Power boss and Leicester City football club owner Vichai's helicopter crashes outside stadium

15 Sept 03:02 Key points summarised by AI

A helicopter belonging to Leicester City football club owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha crashed in flames outside the club's stadium following a Premier League match.
Reports confirmed that Vichai, the founder of duty-free giant King Power International, was on board the helicopter when it spiraled out of control shortly after take-off.
Eyewitnesses described the helicopter clearing the stadium before spinning and plummeting to the ground, bursting into flames.
Vichai was a beloved figure among fans for his ownership, which saw the unfancied club achieve a stunning Premier League title win in 2016.

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.