Brazil's Bolsonaro tests negative for coronavirus

13 Sept 18:31 Key points summarised by AI

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro announced he tested negative for the new coronavirus, refuting earlier media reports of a positive result.
The health scare originated after his communications chief, Fabio Wajngarten, tested positive for COVID-19 following a trip to the US where both met President Donald Trump.
Despite Wajngarten's close proximity to Trump, the White House stated Trump had minimal interaction and did not require testing, though Miami's mayor, who also met the delegation, later tested positive.
Bolsonaro used his negative result to criticize the media, posting it on Facebook with an obscene gesture to reinforce his provocative public image.

Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief

Yesterday 14:04 Key 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.