Thailand’s new COVID-19 infections fall to 7

13 Sept 16:34 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand reported a drop in new COVID-19 infections to 7, alongside two additional fatalities, bringing the national death toll to 54 and total infections to 2,938.
The two new deaths included a 52-year-old businessman in Bangkok and an obese 63-year-old food shop owner in Phuket, both experiencing severe complications.
Despite falling numbers, health officials caution that the infection rate remains volatile, urging continued social distancing due to the high prevalence of asymptomatic carriers.
Mass testing was deemed inefficient; instead, the government will implement selective COVID-19 testing for high-risk groups nationwide to effectively manage the virus spread.

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.