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U.S. will no longer enforce mask mandate on airplanes, trains after court ruling

14 Sept 07:30 Key points summarised by AI

A federal judge in Florida ruled the 14-month-old U.S. mask mandate for public transportation unlawful, overturning a key Biden administration COVID-19 effort.
Following the ruling, the Biden administration and TSA announced they would no longer enforce the mandate on airplanes, trains, and transit hubs.
Major carriers including American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Amtrak immediately made masks optional for travelers.
While enforcement is halted, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) still recommends mask use in indoor public transportation settings.
This decision, met with White House disappointment, came despite a recent rise in U.S. COVID-19 infections, highlighting the ongoing debate over public health mandates.

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.