Fire guts Pattaya’s landmark Ban Sukhavadi mansion

Fire guts Pattaya’s landmark Ban Sukhavadi mansion

20 Sept 23:09 Key points summarised by AI

A major fire severely damaged the iconic dome-shaped building within Pattaya's Ban Sukhavadi mansion, causing an estimated 100 million baht in damage, with an electrical short circuit suspected as the cause.
The blaze occurred on the mansion's reopening day after a three-month lockdown, forcing its closure for safety and impacting a site known for housing Buddha images and a painting of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

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.

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