As cremations take place everywhere in India, deaths rise in Brazil, too

13 Sept 13:50 Key points summarised by AI

Brazil's COVID-19 death toll has tragically surpassed 400,000, with more fatalities in the first four months of 2021 than in all of 2020, marking its deadliest pandemic month.
India confronts an overwhelming surge in deaths, pushing its cremation infrastructure to the brink, mirroring Brazil's escalating crisis in global pandemic hotspots.
Brazil's dire situation stems from a weak public health system, a sluggish vaccine rollout compounded by shortages, a suspected more contagious variant, and widespread public resistance to social distancing, often encouraged by President Jair Bolsonaro.

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.