14,109 new Covid cases, 122 more deaths
Thailand logged 14,109 new Covid-19 cases and 122 more fatalities during the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry announced on Saturday morning.
Temples barred from burning Covid waste
The Public Health Ministry has announced a safety measure allowing only industrial waste and power plants to incinerate Covid-19 infectious waste.
Booster shots to be provided to 3 million
The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) will roll out Covid-19 vaccine booster jabs to three million people nationwide who have been fully inoculated with Sinovac.
Capital not open to tourists yet: BMA
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has no plans to reopen to foreign tourists on Oct 15 and it will not be up for talks until more than 70% of residents are fully vaccinated, says Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang.
Artist returns stolen finger
A finger bone of late national artist Thawan Duchanee, which was stolen seven years ago, has been returned to his son after a superstitious artist claimed that hanging the stolen relic by his easel boosted his painting talent.
Alternative vaccines to be offered to students
Inactivated vaccines will be offered as an alternative for students aged 12-17 whose parents are concerned about side effects of Pfizer, according to the Department of Disease Control (DDC).
PM eyes removal of some curbs
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is planning to end restrictions on several activities as part of his goal for the country to co-exist with Covid-19.
Graft cases 'need to be prioritised'
The Supreme Court president has said there is a long way to go before the fight against corruption in Thailand is successful.
Bail for students who torched King portrait
Khon Kaen Provincial Court yesterday granted bail to two university students arrested in connection with the torching of a portrait of His Majesty the King.
Passport services swing back into action
The Consular Department has resumed passport services nationwide.