Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China for military training
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Thailand falls to bottom of Nikkei Asia’s COVID-19 Recovery Index
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Thailand falls to bottom of Nikkei Asia’s COVID-19 Recovery Index
13 Sept 17:55Key points summarised by AI
Thailand, previously a top performer, now ranks last on Nikkei Asia's COVID-19 Recovery Index, tied with Vietnam, due to a significant surge in infections, particularly from the Delta variant.
The index assesses countries on infection management, vaccine rollouts, and social mobility, with Thailand's recent record-breaking daily COVID-19 cases underscoring its current challenges.
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.