Baby gets COVID-19 as concern grows over clusters in families and work places

21 Sept 00:43 Key points summarised by AI

A three-month-old baby in Bangkok tested positive for COVID-19, reportedly infected by a family friend who also transmitted the virus to the baby's mother and seven-year-old brother.
Health officials voice increasing concern over a rise in COVID-19 cluster infections occurring within family units and among colleagues in workplaces across Bangkok.
Asymptomatic cases now account for 49% of all infections in Bangkok's second outbreak, a significant increase from 29% in the first outbreak, complicating containment efforts.
Authorities emphasize the critical need for robust preventive measures in workplaces to mitigate the growing trend of cluster infections among colleagues.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.