Anthrax alert at Thai-Lao border after human infections reported in Laos

11 Sept 12:29 Key points summarised by AI

Thai authorities issue an anthrax alert at the Thai-Lao border following reports of three Laotians falling sick after consuming raw beef, prompting warnings for cattle raisers.
Livestock officials are preparing to vaccinate cattle and have tightened border controls to prevent the smuggling of potentially infected animals or meat into Thailand, urging farmers to report sick livestock immediately.

Queen Suthida completes first solo flight in Gripen fighter jet

Today 15:19 Key points summarised by AI

Queen Suthida successfully completed her inaugural solo flight in a JAS 39C Gripen fighter jet at Wing 7 of the Royal Thai Air Force in Surat Thani.
King Maha Vajiralongkorn watched the flight and honored her achievement with a bouquet and a gold “Gripen Order” patch, an insignia for pilots of the aircraft.
The historic flight followed extensive training, including simulator practice and accumulating over 10 flight hours in a two-seat Gripen, contributing to her total of 1,188 flight hours across various aircraft types.