Thai farmers to be told to stop burning farm waste or face legal action

Thai farmers to be told to stop burning farm waste or face legal action

13 Sept 11:44 Key points summarised by AI

Thai authorities are ordering provincial governors to stop agricultural waste burning, blaming it for severe PM2.5 air pollution across Bangkok and other regions.
Farmers will be warned to cease burning or face prosecution, while intensified efforts target reducing emissions from vehicles and factories, with strict law enforcement against all polluters.

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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