Two “swing parties” highly “uneased” by Hong Kong photos

23 Sept 04:24 Key points summarised by AI

Viral photos from Thaksin Shinawatra's daughter's wedding in Hong Kong have significantly complicated potential political alliances in Thailand.
The presence and photos of Princess Ubolratana alongside Thaksin caused a major frenzy and uproar on social media just before the election.
This 'Hong Kong incident' made it 'nearly impossible' for key 'swing parties,' Bhumjaithai and Chartthaipattana, to form a government with Pheu Thai due to the latter's strong connections with Thaksin.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.