Rivals face off as lèse majesté row hots up

10 Sept 11:12 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's lèse majesté law (Article 112) is at the heart of an escalating political battle between the reformist Move Forward Party and staunch royalist groups.
The Move Forward Party submitted a bill to amend Article 112, seeking reduced penalties and restricting who can file complaints, arguing the law is exploited as a political tool.
Royalist groups responded with a petition of over 100,000 signatures, urging the Senate to block any amendments and asserting the law's vital role in protecting the monarchy.
The conflict intensified following recent lèse majesté charges against anti-establishment protesters, with experts predicting minimal chance of the law being altered due to strong conservative resistance.

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.