China in need of surgical masks as Thailand set to control prices

21 Sept 02:41 Key points summarised by AI

China faces an urgent shortage of medical masks and protective equipment as the coronavirus death toll rises, leading to mandatory mask-wearing in public.
Chinese mask factories operate below capacity due to the Lunar New Year, creating a "tight equilibrium" between supply and demand despite high production potential.
China is actively seeking medical supplies globally, importing from Europe, Japan, and the US, and receiving donations from various countries.
Thailand is implementing price and distribution controls on surgical masks and hand sanitizers to combat shortages and soaring prices, partly driven by demand from Chinese tourists.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.