Thailand’s PM and health minister to receive their first COVID-19 vaccinations on Sunday

13 Sept 04:59 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul are scheduled to receive their initial COVID-19 vaccine doses this Sunday.
The general public's vaccination program is set to commence on March 1st, following the initial doses for key officials.
Thailand has received initial shipments of Sinovac and AstraZeneca vaccines, prioritizing frontline health workers, the elderly, and those with underlying conditions in high-risk areas.
The country reported 45 new COVID-19 cases and 218 recoveries, indicating a slowdown in new infections, with cumulative cases reaching 25,809.

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.