Numbers of severe COVID-19 cases, those requiring ventilators declining

13 Sept 17:38 Key points summarised by AI

Severe COVID-19 cases and those requiring ventilators have significantly decreased over the past three weeks, with lung infections dropping by nearly 1,500 and ventilator patients by almost 300 since September 1st.
The daily death toll has slowed compared to August, and new recoveries outpace new infections, reducing active cases from over 200,000 to 129,071.
Despite overall improvements, small infection clusters are emerging in upcountry provinces, primarily linked to social gatherings such as funerals, parties, and merit-making ceremonies.
Authorities are urged to reinforce controls on social gatherings and promote adherence to health guidelines to stabilize infection rates in affected rural areas.

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.