Mahidol Uni’s COVID antigen test kits with results in 15 mins to be available in August

13 Sept 10:48 Key points summarised by AI

Mahidol University researchers developed a rapid COVID-19 antigen test kit, now approved by the Thai FDA, boasting 96% accuracy and 15-minute results.
The kit, priced affordably at 250-300 baht, will be available for medical personnel this month and for general public home use in August.
Designed for simplicity and safety, the test liquid kills the virus, and the kit can detect early-stage infections, even in asymptomatic individuals.
Affinome Company will mass produce the kits, starting with 100,000 this month, offering a faster and more accessible alternative to RT-PCR tests.

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.