Climate activist Greta Thunberg wins 'alternative Nobel Prize'

13 Sept 17:23 Key points summarised by AI

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was awarded the 2019 Right Livelihood Award, often called Sweden's 'alternative Nobel Prize'.
She was recognized for inspiring and amplifying political demands for urgent climate action, a movement that began with her solitary protests and has since mobilized millions globally.

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.