Culture Ministry proposes holidays from July 4th to 9th for Songkran celebrations

Culture Ministry proposes holidays from July 4th to 9th for Songkran celebrations

13 Sept 12:21 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Culture Ministry proposes special public holidays from July 4th to 9th to belatedly celebrate Songkran, which was postponed from mid-April due to the coronavirus pandemic.
This proposed six-day break, leveraging a weekend and Asalha Puja, is contingent on discussions with health officials and the assessment of third-phase lockdown easing.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Today 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.

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