Thailand intensifies border controls due to COVID spread in neighbouring countries

Thailand intensifies border controls due to COVID spread in neighbouring countries

14 Sept 01:48 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand is intensifying stringent border controls, including preventing illegal crossings and proactive screening, in response to a significant surge in COVID-19 infections in neighboring countries like Malaysia and Myanmar.
Provincial governors, particularly in border regions, have been ordered to heighten measures after recent arrests of illegal migrant workers, some of whom exhibited COVID-19 symptoms.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 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.

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