Powerful earthquake shakes southern Mexico, at least 5 dead

13 Sept 11:44 Key points summarised by AI

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck southern Mexico near Huatulco, causing widespread shaking felt across the region and resulting in at least five confirmed deaths.
Fatalities occurred due to building and house collapses, a fall at a refinery, and a wall collapse, with the quake also causing minor infrastructure damage and a fire at a Pemex refinery.
Over 140 aftershocks followed the main event; seismic alarms provided residents enough warning to evacuate buildings, though public gathering amidst the COVID-19 pandemic raised concerns.
The earthquake originated in a highly active seismic zone where multiple tectonic plates converge, a region historically prone to significant seismic events.

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.