Cabinet endorses 3rd phase of Chim-Shop-Chai scheme

1 Oct 07:39 Key points summarised by AI

The cabinet approved the third phase of the Chim-Shop-Chai (Eat-Shop-Spend) scheme, introducing a revised, more convenient daytime subscription method.
The program, which previously engaged 13 million people with 1,000 baht and spending rebates, aims to stimulate grassroots economic activity using existing government funds.

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.