Myanmar journalists quit as military regime tighten grip on media

20 Sept 12:47 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's military regime issued new directives, demanding "ethical" reporting and prohibiting terms like "regime" or "junta" for its governing body, aiming to tighten control over media narratives and prevent "public unrest."
In response, eleven members of the Myanmar Press Council resigned, citing the military's attempts to impose laws restricting media freedom and difficulties in protecting detained journalists.
Over a dozen journalists, including editors, quit The Myanmar Times after management reportedly forced a journalist to attend a military press conference, which newsroom staff had collectively decided to boycott, indicating internal censorship.

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.