Workers evacuated from Israel worried about their outstanding debts

2 Oct 00:17 Key points summarised by AI

Evacuated Thai workers from Israel confront substantial debts, ranging from 100,000 to 400,000 baht, incurred to finance their employment abroad.
Workers, like Wiset Posai and Chaiya Boonsung, express profound anxiety over repaying these loans without the high salaries earned in Israel.
Despite lucrative earnings, the recent conflict instilled constant fear, leading many to vow against returning to Israel even after hostilities cease.
The Ministry of Labour pledges comprehensive support, offering new job opportunities, skills training, compensation, and assistance with unpaid wages for the returning workers.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Yesterday 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.