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Bangkok endures second day of street battles between police and protesters

13 Sept 11:45 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok experienced a second day of intense street battles between leaderless protesters and crowd control police, escalating from Victory Monument to Din Daeng intersection.
Protesters utilized slingshots, bricks, and giant firecrackers, attempting to reach the Prime Minister's residence, while police countered with tear gas, rubber bullets, and arrests.
The clashes resulted in one protester sustaining severe hand injuries from an exploding firecracker, eight police officers wounded, and at least 13 arrests, including a minor.
The 'Talu Fah' group, initially organizing the protest, apologized for the violence but blamed police actions for the escalation, vowing to continue future demonstrations.

Today 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.