Military-affiliated malls burned down in Yangon, suspected to be inside-job

23 Sept 04:47 Key points summarised by AI

Two military-affiliated department stores, Ruby Mart and The Gandamar Wholesale Center, were destroyed by fire in Yangon during the early hours of April 1st.
Both establishments were on a public boycott list following the February 1st coup due to their direct ties to the military.
Security forces reportedly blocked civilians attempting to extinguish the Ruby Mart fire, leading to one civilian's death and the arrest of his children.
Witnesses and locals suspect an 'inside job' to frame anti-coup protesters, citing the high security at both closed locations and historical precedents of similar tactics.

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.