Volcano erupts near Manila; airport shut, villagers flee

14 Sept 02:00 Key points summarised by AI

Taal Volcano, south of the Philippine capital, erupted with a massive plume of ash and steam, reaching 10-15 kilometers high.
Authorities raised the danger level to 4, signaling a hazardous eruption within hours or days, and initiated urgent evacuations for thousands of villagers from the volcano island and nearby towns.
Manila’s international airport suspended all international and domestic flights due to volcanic ash impacting air routes and visibility.
Residents reported heavy ashfall, a strong smell of gunpowder, and mild ground shaking, prompting widespread class suspensions and public safety warnings across affected areas.

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.