Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China for military training
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
New Korat motorway to be open for trial use during Songkran
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New Korat motorway to be open for trial use during Songkran
13 Sept 16:51Key points summarised by AI
A 36-kilometer stretch of the new Bang Pa-in to Korat motorway will open for a trial period during Songkran (April 9-19) to alleviate traffic to Thailand's northeastern regions.
The trial permits only 4-wheel vehicles at an 80km/hr speed limit, operating outbound from Bangkok (April 9-13) and then inbound (April 14-19).
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Yesterday 22:44Key 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.