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VOA Thai staff saddened by abrupt end of the broadcast service

15 Sept 00:19 Key points summarised by AI

The VOA Thai-language service abruptly ceased operations after 83 years, following a presidential order, deeply saddening its dedicated staff.
Throughout its history, the service maintained a mission to deliver factual news, serve as a vital link for Thai communities, and operate resiliently despite censorship during political upheavals.
Staff expressed profound sorrow at the closure, especially given Thailand's recent downgrade on the Freedom House index, emphasizing their unwavering belief in a free press as a cornerstone of democracy.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.