Curfew, alcohol ban to be lifted in Bangkok, other provinces, from Nov 1

13 Sept 14:13 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Centre for COVID-19 Situation (CCSA) will lift the night-time curfew and allow alcohol service in restaurants in Bangkok and other provinces, effective November 1st.
The number of 'dark red' zones (maximum and strict controlled areas) has been significantly reduced, with only seven provinces retaining the 11 pm to 3 am curfew due to ongoing high infection rates.
Bangkok, Krabi, Phang-Nga, and Phuket are the designated provinces where alcoholic drinks may be served in eateries.
Most restrictions are lifted in 'under watch' and tourism 'sandbox' provinces, allowing businesses, entertainment, and schools to resume, though pubs and bars remain closed nationwide.

Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.