Royal Gazette announces new COVID-19 restrictions starting Monday

13 Sept 11:33 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Royal Gazette officially published new, enforceable COVID-19 restrictions, effective July 12th for two weeks, to combat a rapid surge in infections.
All 77 provinces are classified into four zones, with "maximum controlled and restricted zones" (including Bangkok) facing the most stringent measures.
High-risk areas implement a 9 pm-4 am curfew, prohibit dine-in services at eateries (take-out/delivery only until 8 pm), and limit operating hours for essential businesses.
Public gatherings of more than five people are banned, inter-provincial travel is discouraged, and educational institutions remain closed under the new mandates.

Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.