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Two men facing attempted murder charge apprehended with bomb-making materials

1 Oct 22:53 Key points summarised by AI

Police arrested two young men (19 and 20) in Nonthaburi, facing attempted murder charges for allegedly throwing explosive devices at crowd control police during a September 11th anti-government protest.
Authorities seized bomb-making materials, flares, and cherry bombs from the suspects' house during the apprehension.
The suspects admitted to making and distributing improvised bombs, prompting an expanded investigation into their connections and potential financial backers.
Motivated by anti-government content on social media, the individuals, who work as delivery boys, also face charges for illegal public assembly and resisting police.

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.