Malaysia sends back trash, says won’t be world’s waste bin

13 Sept 12:23 Key points summarised by AI

Malaysia repatriated 150 containers of plastic waste to 13 wealthy nations, firmly declaring it will not be the world's dumping ground.
This decisive action counters the rerouting of international plastic waste to Southeast Asia following China's 2018 import ban.
Environment Minister Yeo Bee Yin confirmed an additional 110 containers are slated for return, with all costs borne by shipping companies, not the Malaysian government.
The successful returns resulted from stringent enforcement at key ports and the closure of over 200 illegal plastic recycling factories.

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.