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Thai vocational student leader, two other hardcore protesters in police custody

23 Sept 02:46 Key points summarised by AI

Police arrested three anti-government protesters, including vocational student leader Thanadet Srisongkhram, also known as "Mon Vocational," who faced an arrest warrant.
The arrests follow recent violent clashes at Din Daeng intersection, where two police officers were injured as protesters tried to breach a cordon to reach the Prime Minister's residence.
During the confrontations, protesters used bricks, firecrackers, and slingshots against police, who retaliated with teargas and rubber bullets.
Authorities have apprehended 187 out of 444 wanted protesters since the demonstrations re-emerged in July, with investigations ongoing into separate incidents like a 14-year-old's shooting.

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.