Thailand’s new COVID-19 infections today surge to 9

23 Sept 04:55 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand reported 9 new COVID-19 infections, all involving Thai nationals returning from abroad and undergoing state quarantine.
Two asymptomatic individuals returning from the United States tested positive on their final day of a 14-day quarantine, prompting health officials to review the adequacy of the isolation period.
The other seven cases include six students from Saudi Arabia and a man from Qatar, who also tested positive shortly after entering state quarantine.
The CCSA emphasizes the need for stringent preventive measures as lockdown restrictions ease, especially for high-risk professions, to prevent disease transmission.

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.