Following a powerful earthquake that struck central Myanmar, with tremors felt across Thailand, a 33-storey building under construction in Bangkok collapsed in the blink of an eye. A probe is underway after several suspicious circumstances have been uncovered.

<p>The Anti-Corruption Organization of Thailand (ACT) says that the government has withdrawn a controversial Official Information Bill from the Cabinet for reconsideration.</p>

<p>The Cabinet has approved a major amendment to the 24-year-old Official Information Act. While some flaws have been fixed, there is a new, huge loophole that allows the authorities more excuse not to disclose information to the public and even criminalizes disclosure.</p>