US coronavirus deaths top 20,000 with billions in Easter lockdown

13 Sept 09:54 Key points summarised by AI

The United States surpassed 20,000 coronavirus deaths and 527,000 infections, leading global tallies as billions observed Easter weekend under widespread lockdowns.
Despite the grim milestones, Western Europe and heavily impacted US regions like New York and New Orleans began showing hopeful signs of infection rates leveling off and a decrease in daily fatalities in countries like Spain and France.
Pope Francis delivered a message of hope during a live-streamed Easter Vigil from an empty St. Peter's Basilica, urging against resignation and reminding people that 'darkness and death do not have the last word.'
Health experts and the World Health Organization cautioned against prematurely lifting lockdown measures, warning of a potential 'deadly resurgence' of the virus.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson made 'very good progress' after being released from intensive care, while US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about the US nearing its peak and considered re-opening the economy.

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.