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Voluntary curfew in Ubon Ratchathani, 23 eateries closed in Chiang Mai as COVID infections surge

14 Sept 13:35 Key points summarised by AI

Ubon Ratchathani Governor initiated a voluntary curfew from 11 pm to 4 am and locked down specific villages to combat surging COVID-19 infections.
Chiang Mai authorities ordered the temporary closure of 23 eateries, identified as sources of recent COVID-19 clusters, for 3 to 14 days.
Reopening for Chiang Mai eateries requires strict compliance, including negative antigen tests for all staff every three days and no use of unventilated air-conditioned sections.
Both provinces enforce isolation for high-risk individuals and impose penalties for non-compliance with the new COVID-19 safety measures.

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.