CCSA to propose extension of state of emergency and curfew until end of May

13 Sept 22:52 Key points summarised by AI

The Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) proposes extending Thailand's state of emergency, including the night curfew and travel restrictions, until May 31st, supported by over 70% of 40,000 surveyed individuals.
CCSA agrees to a phased, nationwide relaxation of lockdown restrictions for businesses, categorizing them by risk into four groups: essential services (White), small outdoor businesses (Green), enclosed air-conditioned venues (Yellow), and high-risk entertainment/sports venues (Red).
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) will extend the ban on all incoming international flights from May 1st to May 31st to prevent contagion, with exemptions for specific state, military, humanitarian, medical, repatriation, and cargo flights.

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.