S.Korea reports first deaths linked to Omicron coronavirus variant - Yonhap

13 Sept 06:42 Key points summarised by AI

South Korea confirms its first two deaths potentially linked to the highly contagious Omicron coronavirus variant.
Authorities are investigating the exact cause of death for the two patients, both in their 90s, who posthumously tested positive.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.