BMA extends flood compensation application deadline to Nov 30
Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Former Olympic boxer Somluck sentenced to two years for child abduction
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Former Olympic boxer Somluck sentenced to two years for child abduction
Today 12:50Key points summarised by AI
Former Olympic boxer Somluck Kamsing was sentenced to 24 months in prison without suspension for child abduction involving a 17-year-old girl.
The appellate court dismissed attempted rape charges but upheld the conviction for taking a minor, ordering Somluck to pay an additional 80,000 baht in civil damages.
The incident occurred on December 9, 2023, when Somluck met the 17-year-old at an entertainment venue and subsequently took her to a hotel room.
Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Today 14:04Key points summarised by AI
The Cabinet allocated 10.5 billion baht from the fiscal 2027 central emergency fund to provide financial relief for flood victims.
This funding will cover remaining compensation payments and relief operations for severely affected households, as fiscal 2026 funds have been exhausted.