‘The Crown,’ ‘Ted Lasso,’ ‘Queen’s Gambit’ top Emmy Awards

13 Sept 10:32 Key points summarised by AI

Streaming services made history as Netflix's 'The Crown' and 'The Queen's Gambit,' alongside Apple TV+'s 'Ted Lasso,' secured top series honors at the Emmy Awards, cementing their industry dominance.
Netflix led with a record-tying 44 awards, driven by 'The Crown' sweeping drama categories, including top acting honors for Olivia Colman and Josh O'Connor, and 'Ted Lasso' dominating comedy with wins for Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, and Brett Goldstein.
HBO's 'Mare of Easttown' earned four Emmys, including a lead acting award for Kate Winslet, while the ceremony also featured tributes to late stars Michael K. Williams and Norm Macdonald, and sparked discussions on diversity with only two Black winners despite a record number of nominees of color.

Sihasak urges Thais in Europe to stay alert as protests spread

Yesterday 12:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow advises Thai nationals in Europe to avoid protest areas and reconsider non-essential travel, citing widespread unrest in countries like France, Italy, and Spain.
The warning comes as demonstrations escalate, with some turning violent, prompting concerns for safety and leading to an emergency Cabinet meeting in Italy and a proposed postponement of diplomatic talks.
Thai embassies and the Department of Consular Affairs issue advisories, urging citizens to monitor local developments, follow official announcements, and register their travel details for assistance, while emphasizing that no Thais have been directly affected yet.