Government Faces Pressure on Reclassifying Cannabis: Farmers and Pro-Cannabis Groups Clash
Pro-cannabis groups are increasing pressure on the government and planning a rally at the Ministry of Public Health on Thursday. They demand that the ministry scientifically prove why cannabis should…
Thailand’s Proposed Child Protection Act Amendment Prioritizes Family and Community Involvement
The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, led by Minister Varawut Silpa-archa, plans to propose revisions to Thailand’s Child Protection Act to the Cabinet this month. The updated legislation…
Thai Airways Grapples with Defective Seat Dilemma: Swift Action and Solutions Unveiled
Representatives from Thailand’s leading airline addressed concerns regarding defective reclining seats during a press conference. This follows a wave of complaints on social media from passengers about issues experienced on…
British detained in Bangkok for allegedly defaming a restaurant in Phuket.
British man, sought after in Phuket province since mid-last year, was apprehended by Crime Suppression Division officers in Bangkok on May 9 at a condominium near Wat Phraya Krai, Charoen…
Finance Ministry Supports Energy Ministry Proposal to Authorize Oil Fuel Fund for Tax Collection
The Finance Ministry has indicated its non-opposition to a proposal by the Energy Ministry granting the state Oil Fuel Fund the ability to collect oil taxes autonomously. Deputy Finance Minister…
Thai Government Faces Backlash Over Proposed Reclassification of Cannabis as a Narcotic
The recent reversal by the Pheu Thai-led government on the cannabis decriminalisation policy of the previous administration has sparked criticism, with activists pledging to protest against the plan to reclassify…
Explosion of Fuel Tank in Rayong
An extensive fire broke out following the explosion of a pyrolysis gasoline (pygas) tank at the premises of Map Ta Phut Tank Terminal Co Ltd in Rayong province on Thursday…
China’s Export and Import Rebound Signals Economic Revival Amidst Global Demand Shifts
China saw a rebound in both exports and imports during April, following a contraction in the previous month, according to customs data reported on Thursday. This turnaround indicates a positive…
PM Announces Reclassification of Cannabis as a Narcotic by End of Year
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced on Wednesday his intentions to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic by the conclusion of 2024. Using his X account, Mr. Srettha expressed his desire for…
Truck Accident Causes Traffic Chaos on Si Ayutthaya Road in Bangkok
A portion of Bangkok’s traffic came to a standstill following a truck colliding with a height clearance bar on Si Ayutthaya Road near a flyover at Phaya Thai intersection in…