Constitution Day: The history of Thailand’s serial love affair with supreme laws

15 Sept 11:15 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand commemorates Constitution Day on December 10, marking its first permanent constitution in 1932, yet has remarkably enacted 20 supreme laws since then.
The kingdom's frequent constitutional overhauls primarily stem from 13 military coups, with new charters often drafted under the direct or indirect influence of coup-makers.
Thai constitutions possess an average lifespan of just over four years, and the current 2017 charter faces significant challenges due to its perceived undemocratic clauses and arduous amendment process.

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.