AI In-brief 22 Sept 14:30

Queen Sirikit’s royal cremation ceremony set for December 15-19

The royal cremation ceremony for the late Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, is scheduled from December 15-19 at Sanam Luang in Bangkok.
The five-day event encompasses a series of significant rituals, including a royal merit-making ceremony, the procession and cremation of the royal urn, collection of royal ashes, and their enshrinement.
PM’s Office Minister Supamas Isarabhakdi emphasized the profound national importance of these ceremonies, urging all sectors to collaborate in disseminating information about Her Majesty’s benevolence and the beauty of Thai arts and culture.

AI In-brief Yesterday 12:30

Huge boulder crushes Songkhla shop, no injuries

A massive boulder tumbled down a hillside, completely destroying a local grocery shop in Songkhla province, though remarkably, no injuries were reported.
Authorities quickly responded to cordon off the area, begin clearing the boulder and debris, and issued warnings for the public to avoid the site due to the risk of further rock falls.