Tsunami from erupting Krakatau kills at least 222 in Indonesia

13 Sept 15:12 Key points summarised by AI

A deadly tsunami, believed caused by an underwater landslide from the erupting Anak Krakatau volcano, struck Indonesia's Java and Sumatra islands, killing at least 222 people and injuring hundreds.
The disaster hit late Saturday with little warning, heavily damaging hundreds of homes and forcing thousands to evacuate, as coastal residents reported no prior signs like receding water.
Rescue operations were hampered by debris-blocked roads, while authorities issued warnings for residents to avoid beaches amid ongoing high-tide alerts.
This tragedy marks the latest in a series of natural disasters to hit Indonesia this year, recalling the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

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.