LGBTQ+ groups and supporters rally in Bangkok to demand equal rights

13 Sept 10:36 Key points summarised by AI

LGBTQ+, feminist, and pro-democracy groups rallied in Bangkok, demanding amendments to Section 1448 of the Civil and Commercial Code to legalize same-sex marriage.
The rally followed a Constitutional Court ruling that, while upholding the current definition of marriage, suggested relevant agencies amend the law to provide equal marriage rights for all genders.
Representatives from major political parties, including Pheu Thai and Move Forward, offered support, with some committing to push for legislative changes despite past failures.
Attendees displayed a massive rainbow flag, symbolizing the LGBTQ+ community, during the orderly event which caused minor traffic congestion but reported no incidents.

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.