Cabinet endorses civil partnerships between same-sex couples

20 Sept 16:12 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Cabinet approved the Civil Partnership Bill and related amendments, aiming to legalize same-sex partnerships and promote gender equality.
The bill grants same-sex couples rights akin to married heterosexual couples, covering areas like adoption, inheritance, and acting on a partner's behalf, with specific age and nationality requirements.
Despite its approval, the legislation faces criticism for not ensuring identical rights to heterosexual married couples and failing to recognize engagement for same-sex partners.

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.