Re-Solution takes pragmatic path to a ‘people’s Constitution’ in Thailand

23 Sept 03:22 Key points summarised by AI

Re-Solution, a new civil group, spearheads an effort to amend Thailand's 2017 Constitution, directly targeting the "Prayut regime" and the legacies of the 2014 military coup.
Key proposals include abolishing the Senate for a single-chamber Parliament and replacing junta-appointed officials in critical check-and-balance agencies.
Adopting a pragmatic strategy, Re-Solution garnered over 150,000 public signatures, significantly exceeding the required minimum, by focusing on specific junta-era clauses rather than a full charter overhaul.
The initiative faces substantial hurdles, primarily from 250 junta-appointed senators, stringent voting requirements, and Constitutional Court rulings mandating multiple national referenda for charter changes.

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.