Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China for military training
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Six new COVID-19 cases recorded in Thailand today
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Six new COVID-19 cases recorded in Thailand today
16 Sept 09:49Key points summarised by AI
Thailand confirmed six new COVID-19 cases, bringing the cumulative total to 3,015, with no new fatalities reported.
New cases include a police officer in Phuket, a 6-year-old boy in Narathiwat, and a man linked to infected individuals returning from Malaysia.
Despite a slowing rate of new infections, health officials strongly warn against public complacency, citing recent resurgences in China and South Korea.
Authorities urge strict adherence to 'new normal' practices such as social distancing, wearing face masks, and regular hand washing to prevent a potential second wave of the outbreak.
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Today 22:44Key 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.