81 new COVID-19 cases recorded in Thailand on Friday

13 Sept 10:41 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand confirmed 81 new COVID-19 cases, comprising 67 locally-acquired infections and 14 new arrivals from abroad.
Samut Sakhon led local infections with 35 cases, followed by Pathum Thani (20), Bangkok (5), and Tak province (5).
Three imported cases involved individuals from Myanmar who illegally crossed the border into Prachuap Khiri Khan.
Thai virologist Dr. Yong Poovorawan clarified that Caucasians are genetically more prone to blood clots than Asians, noting the AstraZeneca vaccine's blood clot incidence in the UK is not higher than normal.
He also stated that Thailand's 117,000-dose AstraZeneca vaccine batch, produced in South Korea, differs from the batch used in Europe.

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.