Holders of expired visas allowed to stay until end of April

14 Sept 16:59 Key points summarised by AI

Foreigners on visa-on-arrival with validity expiring after March 26th are permitted to stay in Thailand until April 30th due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Expatriates with permanent residency abroad will not have their residency cancelled for not returning within a year, with extensions granted until the COVID-19 situation improves.
Foreigners who entered Thailand after March 23rd with a border pass can remain in the country for up to seven days after border crossings reopen.

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.