Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China for military training
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Thai army medic in South Sudan dismissed after trying to sell fake COVID-19 vaccine
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Thai army medic in South Sudan dismissed after trying to sell fake COVID-19 vaccine
25 Sept 03:06Key points summarised by AI
A Thai army medic in South Sudan administered fake COVID-19 vaccines (plain water) to 273 Thai peacekeepers, charging each $20.
The deception was uncovered after troops grew suspicious of unlabelled vaccine bottles, prompting an investigation.
The medic was subsequently dismissed from military service and had his medical license revoked following the incident, which was also reported by Transparency International.
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Yesterday 22:44Key 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.