Facebook employees to work from home until July 2021

10 Oct 02:42 Key points summarised by AI

Facebook extends its voluntary work-from-home policy for employees until July 2021, citing the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
The company will provide an additional $1,000 to employees to help cover home office needs and expenses.
This decision aligns Facebook with other major tech firms like Google and Twitter, which have also extended remote work options for their staff.
While some offices may reopen with restricted capacity where local health guidance allows, Facebook anticipates that most locations in the United States and Latin America will not reopen before the end of 2020 due to high COVID-19 cases.

Speculation growing over merger between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.