Celebrities opt for voluntary isolation and screening in the aftermath of Thonglor COVID cluster

23 Sept 06:11 Key points summarised by AI

Thai celebrities are voluntarily cancelling shows, undergoing COVID-19 tests, and self-isolating for 14 days due to the escalating Thonglor COVID cluster.
Entertainment companies, including GMMTV, have instructed staff in close contact with infected individuals to get tested and quarantine, resulting in program cancellations.
Bangkok authorities have ordered temporary closures of entertainment venues in specific districts and are prepared to enforce stricter 'Red zone' restrictions if approved.
The Thonglor cluster has led to 163 confirmed infections, prompting City Hall to offer free vaccinations for individuals linked to entertainment venues.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.