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Thailand’s Amateur Weight-lifting Association committee quits over doping scandal

23 Sept 01:47 Key points summarised by AI

The executive committee of the Amateur Weight-lifting Association of Thailand resigned en masse, taking responsibility after a German TV documentary exposed a doping scandal.
Former Thai Olympic bronze medallist, Siriput Kulanoi, was secretly recorded admitting to using banned substances since age 13, implicating other Thai weight-lifters in the widespread use of doping.
Association chairwoman, Mrs. Busaba Yodbangtoei, claimed Ms. Siriput was unaware she was speaking to media and that the audio was edited, but the committee still accepted responsibility by resigning.

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.