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Most people want PM to use “bitter pill” to deal with smog problem: Suan Dusit Poll

14 Sept 03:35 Key points summarised by AI

A Suan Dusit Poll reveals most Bangkok residents deem the smog problem critical, urging Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to invoke special powers (Section 44) for stringent measures like car restrictions and free face masks.
Despite a temporary improvement in air quality, authorities warn that the smog situation is likely to deteriorate again soon due to stale air and poor circulation.
The government is implementing various measures, including factories participating in a 'Big Cleaning Day' with production cuts, extensive water spraying operations by planes, and a city-wide clean-up, following limited success from cloud-seeding efforts.

19 Oct 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.