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Dozens of COVID-infected children under care of Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health

13 Sept 21:58 Key points summarised by AI

The Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health has admitted 59 young children infected with COVID-19 since the Omicron variant outbreak.
Most children (46) with mild or no symptoms are being cared for in home or community facilities under the institute's supervision.
Three symptomatic babies admitted for treatment are showing satisfactory improvement, with detailed examples of their recovery including a 15-month-old, a 4-month-old, and an 8-month-old.
The institute maintains 70 beds and negative pressure rooms for infected children, and parents can contact the National Health Security Office hotline for treatment inquiries.

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.