Thais emerge to a “new world” after lockdown

14 Sept 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand began relaxing its month-long COVID-19 lockdown on May 3, allowing businesses like hairdressing salons, outdoor markets, food stalls, and public parks to reopen following a significant drop in new daily infection cases.
Businesses are adapting to a 'new normal' by implementing strict government-mandated health protocols, including advance bookings, frequent sanitization, and social distancing, despite the added operational challenges and reduced capacity.
Citizens are cautiously returning to public life, with many flocking to reopened parks for exercise, while adhering to new safety measures like mask-wearing, temperature checks, and maintaining physical distance, hoping to avoid a second wave of contagion.

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.