All eyes on Myanmar army chief Min Aung Hlaing as military seizes power

15 Sept 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's military chief, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, orchestrated a coup, detaining ruling NLD politicians and seizing power, ending a period of power-sharing.
The military, which ruled for 50 years post-1962, enshrined its permanent political role in the 2008 constitution, retaining 25% of parliamentary seats and control over key ministries.
Min Aung Hlaing, who steadily rose through the ranks, consistently resisted constitutional reforms that would diminish military power or allow Aung San Suu Kyi to become president.
He faces international sanctions and ongoing court cases for the military's 2017 crackdown on the Rohingya, which U.N. investigators deemed to have "genocidal intent."

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.