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Thai Rural Doctors Society claims COVID-19 infections are rising, not falling

13 Sept 14:15 Key points summarised by AI

The Rural Doctors Society (RDS) warns that COVID-19 infections in Thailand are increasing, averaging over 20,000 cases daily, contrary to widespread misunderstanding.
RDS challenges official figures by combining RT-PCR and antigen test results, indicating a much higher daily infection rate than publicly announced.
The society highlights a significant rise in severe cases (3,000 today) as clear evidence that actual daily infections are much higher, potentially around 30,000.
RDS expresses concern over complacency among government bodies and politicians, urging the Ministry of Public Health to remain vigilant to prevent new clusters.

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.