Thais urged to reduce consumption of sugar - Thai PBS World Tonight [8th March 2021]

23 Sept 05:27 Key points summarised by AI

The WHO representative in Thailand warned that high sugar consumption drives obesity, diabetes, and other diseases.
The Thai government is raising sugar taxes to incentivize drink manufacturers to reduce sweeteners and encourage consumers to cut down on sugary products.
Excessive sugar intake is a major cause of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like liver cancer and diabetes, accounting for 70% of all deaths in Thailand.
Thai people consume over 6 teaspoons of sugar daily, putting them at a significantly higher risk for NCDs, a threat deemed five times more severe than COVID-19 fatalities in the country.

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.