Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China for military training
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Can legal troubles save Thanathorn from political ones?
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Can legal troubles save Thanathorn from political ones?
13 Sept 11:09Key points summarised by AI
Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit confronts significant political challenges, including his brother's alleged bribery, his mother's suspected illegal land-grabbing, and his own yacht's registration in a tax haven, all jeopardizing his reputation as a clean social justice advocate.
Amidst these integrity-damaging accusations, Thanathorn has been charged under Article 112 for criticizing the government's COVID-19 vaccine policy, a law he publicly opposes.
This new, high-profile legal battle could paradoxically shift public perception from him being a 'hypocrite' facing serious personal and family allegations to a 'victim' of political persecution, potentially deflecting attention from his existing political troubles.
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Yesterday 22:44Key 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.