China warns U.S. of retaliation for law backing Hong Kong protesters

14 Sept 02:15 Key points summarised by AI

China issued a strong warning to the U.S., vowing "firm countermeasures" in response to President Trump signing legislation that supports Hong Kong's anti-government protesters.
The U.S. law mandates annual certification of Hong Kong's autonomy to maintain favorable trade status and allows for sanctions over human rights violations.
Both Beijing and Hong Kong's government condemned the U.S. legislation as blatant interference in the city's internal affairs, warning of severe consequences.
The U.S. action coincides with six months of anti-government protests in Hong Kong, fueled by concerns over perceived Chinese meddling, with police recently clearing Polytechnic University after a prolonged siege.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Yesterday 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.