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Buri Ram village locked down after a dead hospital patient found infected with COVID-19

13 Sept 09:49 Key points summarised by AI

A 56-year-old patient, who recently returned to Buri Ram from Bangkok, died upon arrival at a district hospital and was posthumously confirmed to have COVID-19, prompting immediate lockdown measures.
Following the diagnosis, authorities swiftly closed the hospital's emergency ward for disinfection, declared the victim's village off-limits, quickly cremated the body, and initiated active screening for family members and neighbors to prevent further transmission.

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.