First Thai doctor succumbs to COVID-19

15 Sept 15:03 Key points summarised by AI

Dr. Panya Harnpanichpun, 66, was confirmed as the first Thai doctor to die from COVID-19 by the Maha Sarakham provincial health office.
He contracted the virus after treating multiple patients with COVID-19 symptoms at his clinic in Maha Sarakham starting January 13th.
After an initial negative test, his condition worsened, and a second test on February 1st confirmed his COVID-19 infection.
Dr. Panya is widely mourned and praised on social media as a kind-hearted doctor known for reasonable medical bills and volunteer work.

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.