Free travel on Pink Line trains extended until January 2nd

21 Sept 06:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Transport Ministry and Northern Bangkok Monorail Company extended the free trial run for the Pink Line train service until January 2nd, moving the end date from December 17th.
The trial has shown significant passenger growth, indicating a public shift towards public transport, with fares set to range from 15 to 45 baht starting January 3rd, and the line offering connections to multiple other rail services.

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.