GPO increases production of anti-COVID drug to meet demand

18 Sept 12:52 Key points summarised by AI

The Government Pharmaceutical Organisation (GPO) has ramped up production of the antiviral drug Molnupiravir to meet increased demand following a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Thailand reported a significant rise in COVID-19 infections, with over 33,000 new cases in a single week, predominantly affecting working-age individuals in key urban centers.
Schools are implementing closures and transitioning to online learning due to outbreaks, while national education authorities reinforce strict adherence to preventative measures across all institutions.
Experts warn against downplaying COVID-19's severity by comparing its mortality rate to influenza, cautioning that such rhetoric promotes complacency and risky behavior.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.