WHO warns of global shortage of medical equipment to fight coronavirus

13 Sept 05:50 Key points summarised by AI

The World Health Organization (WHO) issued a warning about a global shortage and price gouging of protective medical equipment, urging companies and governments to boost production by 40%.
The fast-spreading coronavirus has now affected over 80 nations, prompting emergency economic responses such as the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest rate cut and the World Bank's $12 billion aid package.
With a fatality rate of 3.4% (significantly higher than seasonal flu), the virus continues to spread rapidly, causing severe impacts in countries like Iran and Italy, which face critical supply shortages and rising death tolls.

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.