Bridge in Bangkok has its name mysteriously changed

23 Sept 01:49 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok's Pibulsongkram Bridge, named after a leader of the 1932 revolution, was mysteriously covered with an acrylic board renaming it "Tharab Bridge."
Dusit district officials swiftly removed the unauthorized name and initiated an investigation, including reviewing CCTV footage, to identify those responsible.
The new name, "Tharab," refers to a royalist soldier who opposed the 1932 revolution, contrasting sharply with the bridge's original namesake.
This incident follows a similar event in 2017 where a memorial plaque for the Khana Ratsadon (People's Party) also mysteriously disappeared, suggesting a pattern of historical revisionism.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

Yesterday 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.