Gen Prawit’s expensive wristwatch probe to be wrapped up this month

13 Sept 07:50 Key points summarised by AI

The investigation into Deputy PM Prawit Wongsuwan's luxury wristwatches is set to conclude by the end of this month, with findings forwarded to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
The NACC probe panel has successfully obtained crucial information, including serial numbers, directly from the watch manufacturers.
The controversy erupted after Gen Prawit was spotted wearing a high-priced Richard Mille watch, prompting further revelations of other expensive brands, which he claimed were borrowed from a deceased friend.

Pattaya scraps blue taxi jackets after public backlash

Yesterday 15:24 Key points summarised by AI

Pattaya authorities reversed their plan to replace motorcycle taxi riders' orange jackets with dark blue ones following widespread public criticism.
The Chon Buri Governor officially revoked the controversial order, citing public backlash, safety concerns, and the unnecessary financial burden on riders, mandating a return to the standard orange jackets.