Myanmar gripped by strike as anti-coup protests build

13 Sept 16:50 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar faces a nationwide general strike and widespread protests against the military coup, with businesses shutting down and thousands gathering despite official threats of violence.
Protesters defy junta warnings of potential casualties, drawing parallels to the 1988 anti-military uprising and demanding the release of Aung San Suu Kyi and a return to democracy.
International condemnation mounts against the coup and the violence used by security forces, with calls for accountability from countries like the U.S. and the UN.
At least three protesters have been killed, intensifying the resolve of demonstrators who continue to rally in major cities like Yangon and Mandalay.

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.