Thailand crosses the one million COVID-19 infections mark on Friday

14 Sept 20:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand officially surpassed one million total COVID-19 infections on Friday, reporting 19,851 new cases and 240 additional deaths.
The cumulative death toll reached 8,826, with 205,079 individuals actively undergoing treatment, including 5,388 in severe condition.
A significant majority (63.8%) of COVID-19 related fatalities studied were among unvaccinated individuals, underscoring the vaccine's protective role.
Rapid antigen tests in Bangkok revealed a 14.4% infection rate, though hospital bed availability has improved, shortening admission waiting lists.

Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.