Some Rayong schools closed Tuesday over COVID-19 Egyptian soldier

23 Sept 05:04 Key points summarised by AI

Six municipal schools, two nurseries, and a college in Rayong province closed as a precautionary measure after an Egyptian military delegation, one member of whom tested positive for COVID-19, visited local venues.
Authorities are investigating the unsupervised movement of the Egyptian delegation, while the Deputy Public Health Minister reassures residents about the containment of any potential spread.

Cabinet approves same-sex cohabitation bill

Yesterday 09:40 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's cabinet approved a landmark bill to legalize cohabitation for intersex couples, potentially making it the first Asian nation to formally recognize LGBT partnerships.
The proposed law grants registered intersex couples significant rights, including collective financial management, inheritance, medical consent, and the ability to arrange funerals.
This legislative move aims to rectify the existing legal framework that only recognizes heterosexual marriage, aligning Thai law with human rights principles and the reality of intersex couples living together.