13 charter change bills enter Parliament battle zone. Will any survive?

13 Sept 13:28 Key points summarised by AI

Parliament is set to deliberate 13 charter amendment bills this week, mainly focusing on restoring the two-ballot voting system and adjusting the House of Representatives' composition.
Bills aiming to revive the two-ballot voting system are expected to pass the first reading, backed by major parties like Palang Pracharath and Pheu Thai, along with support from many senators.
Proposals to remove the Senate's power in selecting the prime minister are predicted to fail, as senators are unlikely to vote against measures that would diminish their own influence.
The amendment process faces significant challenges due to the Constitution's stringent requirements, leading some analysts to doubt the ultimate success of most bills, citing political maneuvering and the difficulty of altering the post-coup charter.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.