Thai Health Ministry to conduct random COVID-19 tests on students every two weeks

13 Sept 10:33 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Health Ministry will randomly test 10-15% of students using rapid antigen test kits (ATKs) every two weeks to boost confidence in the ongoing vaccination program.
Mass vaccination for students aged 12-18 with the Pfizer mRNA vaccine commenced on October 7th, targeting 71% of this age group, with 3.8 million registered.
Officials assure the Pfizer vaccine's safety and effectiveness, approved by WHO and various FDAs, despite acknowledging mild side effects, emphasizing its critical role in reducing hospitalizations and deaths.
Pfizer-BioNTech is pursuing US FDA approval for emergency use in children aged 5-11, with potential vaccinations starting as early as November.

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.