Russian president’s spokesman hospitalized with coronavirus

13 Sept 08:30 Key points summarised by AI

Russian President Vladimir Putin's spokesman, Dmitry Peskov, has been hospitalized with coronavirus, confirming a significant spread among high-ranking Russian officials.
Peskov's infection follows that of Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and other ministers, raising serious concerns about the virus's penetration into the highest levels of the Russian government.
This development occurs as Russia eases nationwide lockdown restrictions, despite reporting record daily infections and facing critical issues such as hospital fires and shortages of protective equipment, challenging the official narrative of a controlled outbreak.
The ongoing health crisis and its perceived mishandling, including the spread to top officials, threaten to further decline Putin's public approval ratings and have already forced the postponement of a crucial constitutional vote.

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.