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Rubber bullets fired at protesters in Bangkok after teargas fails to break up the protests

13 Sept 11:37 Key points summarised by AI

Police in Bangkok deployed rubber bullets against anti-government protesters after teargas failed to disperse crowds attempting to reach the Prime Minister's residence.
Protesters sought to breach a police cordon and shipping container barricades at Din Daeng intersection, escalating the standoff.
The confrontation involved protesters throwing "ping-pong" bombs and other projectiles, marking a significant escalation in crowd control tactics.
Initially gathering at Democracy Monument, protesters redirected their march towards the PM's residence after police preempted their original route.

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.