Speed of coronavirus deaths shocks doctors as New York toll hits new high

18 Oct 10:06 Key points summarised by AI

New York reported its highest single-day coronavirus death toll, with doctors and nurses expressing shock at the unprecedented speed at which patients, including young and healthy individuals, rapidly decline and die.
Despite the grim death count, Governor Andrew Cuomo cited positive trends like a drop in new hospitalizations, suggesting New York is "bending the curve" while still anticipating continued high death rates from critically ill patients.
The U.S. coronavirus death toll surpassed 14,600, with New York accounting for nearly half, amidst warnings of continued high fatalities and concerns over undercounting deaths, particularly those occurring at home.
Frontline healthcare workers face critical testing shortages, impacting their safety and patient care, while President Trump discussed reopening the U.S. economy once the death toll begins to decline.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Today 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.