Stakes high for Thailand’s opposition as censure debate targets govt

10 Sept 10:08 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's opposition has filed a censure motion against Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and nine Cabinet members, primarily for alleged mismanagement and abuse of power.
PM Prayut faces accusations of 'destroying the bond between the monarchy and the people,' while other ministers are targeted for lacking integrity and acting as 'influential figures' with implied criminal connections.
Scheduled for February 16-19, the debate is a critical test for the opposition to demonstrate seriousness and unity, aiming to restore public trust after previous 'match-fixing' allegations in a similar no-confidence debate.
Opposition parties, including Pheu Thai and Move Forward, have committed to a focused and impactful debate, vowing to avoid past mistakes and effectively scrutinize the government.

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.