Thailand records seven new COVID-19 cases on Monday

14 Sept 02:21 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand reported 7 new COVID-19 cases, all identified among Thai nationals returning from abroad and immediately placed in state quarantine.
The new cases include returnees from the United Arab Emirates (masseuses and a student), Pakistan (students), and the United States, all of whom were asymptomatic but tested positive during isolation.
These imported cases raise Thailand's cumulative infections to 3,119, with 2,973 recoveries and the death toll remaining at 58, with no new fatalities recorded.
Due to the improving domestic situation and low infection rates, daily COVID-19 news briefings will be reduced to five weekdays, with weekend updates moving to online platforms.

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.