Bangkok disconnected: Lives unravel as city enters self-quarantine

14 Sept 00:57 Key points summarised by AI

Individuals are making significant personal sacrifices, such as self-quarantining away from family members returning from abroad, to prevent COVID-19 transmission and fulfill social responsibility.
Bangkok implemented a partial lockdown, closing large retail businesses, public facilities, and restricting restaurants to takeaway services, in response to a surge in COVID-19 cases.
The new measures triggered panic-buying and confusion among residents, while businesses adapted to new operating models, and expatriates acknowledged the necessity of the restrictions despite personal inconvenience.

New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion

Yesterday 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.