State of emergency declared as bushfire threatens Australian capital

13 Sept 22:52 Key points summarised by AI

Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Chief Minister Andrew Barr declared a 72-hour state of emergency for Canberra, the first since 2003, as a major bushfire poses an imminent threat.
An uncontrolled 185 sq km bushfire near Canberra's south is deemed highly unpredictable and uncontrollable, placing the capital's southern suburbs at risk due to extreme heat, strong winds, and dry landscapes.
The emergency declaration grants authorities enhanced powers for evacuations and road closures, amidst a broader Australian bushfire crisis with heatwave conditions and numerous fires burning across Victoria and New South Wales.

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.