Nearly 39 million have lost jobs in US since virus took hold

2 Oct 14:25 Key points summarised by AI

The U.S. has recorded nearly 39 million unemployment claims in two months, with 2.4 million filed last week, signaling an unprecedented and rapid collapse of the job market due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Despite states gradually reopening their economies, the labor market remains in severe distress, with employment failing to rebound and unemployment projected to peak at 20-25%, levels last seen during the Great Depression.
Ongoing business damage is evident as major employers continue layoffs even post-reopening, raising concerns that these recent job cuts may be more persistent than initial closures, indicating a prolonged economic struggle.

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.