Weakened Typhoon Talim hits Vietnam after passing through China

13 Sept 11:25 Key points summarised by AI

Typhoon Talim, significantly weakened to a tropical storm, reached Vietnam on Tuesday after initially making landfall in southern China on Monday.
Despite nearly 260,000 people being evacuated in China and Vietnam, no deaths were reported in either country.
The storm caused disruptions including the closure of Hanoi's airport, suspended train services in China, and warnings for potential heavy rains, flooding, and landslides in northern Vietnamese provinces.
Hong Kong reported nine injuries and temporary shelter use, with ferry services resuming and the stock exchange reopening after the storm's passage.

Myanmar extends martial law for another 90 days

Yesterday 10:44 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing extended martial law for an additional 90 days across 55 townships.
Administrative and executive powers under the decree were transferred to Gen Ye Win Oo, commander-in-chief of the armed forces.
This marks another extension of martial law, though the number of designated townships was slightly reduced from 58 to 55.
The affected townships are primarily regions under the control or occupation of various ethnic armed groups and resistance forces.