US Study shows only 4 of almost 10,000 arriving passengers had COVID-19

13 Sept 08:53 Key points summarised by AI

A US study, involving nearly 10,000 airline passengers, identified only 4 positive COVID-19 cases, highlighting a minimal on-board infection rate.
Conducted by the Georgia Department of Health, Mayo Clinic, and Delta Airlines, the research indicated that the risk of COVID-19 exposure on flights, with passengers testing negative 72 hours prior, is less than 0.1%.
The study concludes that a single pre-departure molecular test significantly lowers active infection rates on commercial aircraft below community levels, especially when combined with additional safety protocols like mask-wearing and enhanced air exchange.

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.