Thousands march in Paris to protest pension reform plan

13 Sept 14:04 Key points summarised by AI

Thousands of protesters, including 'yellow vest' activists, marched in Paris against the French government's proposed pension reforms.
The demonstration marked the 24th day of crippling strikes that have severely disrupted transport and businesses across France, particularly during the holiday season.
President Emmanuel Macron's plan aims to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 and eliminate 42 special retirement categories.
Unions and the government are set to continue talks after a holiday break, with unions planning a major day of action for January 9th.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.