More than 100 million vaccinated

20 Sept 16:17 Key points summarised by AI

Over 100 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered worldwide, revealing a significant global disparity where wealthy nations have given over two-thirds of jabs while the poorest countries have yet to begin mass vaccination.
Israel leads globally in per capita vaccination, with 37% of its population receiving at least one dose, followed by countries in North America, Europe, and the Persian Gulf.
Despite widespread concerns about potential side effects (e.g., over 80% in Thailand), a majority of people still express a desire to be inoculated.
Seven different COVID-19 vaccines are currently in circulation globally, with dominant types like Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna primarily used in Western regions, while AstraZeneca-Oxford, Sputnik V, and various Chinese vaccines are deployed elsewhere.

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.