Editorial: Thai Cannabis Draft Law Banning Recreational Use Delayed, Opposing Sides Must Find Common...
Yesterday, February 13th, 2024, the draft cannabis bill that would ban recreational usage of cannabis was not approved by the Thai Cabinet, with relevant officials and the Minister of Public Health calling it a...
Thai Government Delays Proposed Recreational Cannabis Ban to Seek More Input
National —
The proposed legislation that would ban recreational cannabis use in Thailand has been delayed by the government to gather further public feedback, according to Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew.
Following Tuesday's cabinet meeting, Minister...
Air Pollution Crisis Escalates with Hotspots Surge
PRESS RELEASE:
The Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) reported detecting nearly 6,000 hotspots across neighboring countries on Sunday (Feb 11), with Cambodia accounting for the majority at over 4,000.
Satellite data from the Suomi...
Pattaya Man Seeks Medical Help for Ring Stuck Around His Genitals
Pattaya —
A 38-year-old Thai man sought medical attention on Friday after an aluminum ring became lodged around his genitals.
The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation rescue team was called in to assist a Thai man (name...
Ministry of Interior Drives Three Measures to Address Forest Fires, Haze, and PM2.5 Pollution
PRESS RELEASE:
The Ministry of Interior, through the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, reveals three strategic approaches to address issues related to forest fires, haze, and fine particulate matter (PM2.5) pollution.
1. Pollution Reduction at...
Thai Customs Department Cracks Down on Cigarette and E-Cigarette Smuggling Worth More Than 63.13...
National—
On February 8th, 2024, Mr. Panthong Loikunnan, the spokesperson for the Thai Customs Department, publicly revealed a program for the strict prevention and suppression of the smuggling of cigarettes and e-cigarettes to Thailand according...
Thai Agencies Collaborate to Tackle PM 2.5 Crisis: Alarming Levels Detected Across 14 Provinces
National—
On February 8th, 2024, the Thai Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), and relevant agencies collaborated to address the escalating issue of PM...
Thai Government Wants People to Reduce Incense Burning for Chinese New Year to Stop...
National—
On February 7th, 2024, Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, the Deputy Government Spokesperson, gave a statement for the Chinese New Year Celebration from February 8th to the 10, emphasizing monitoring the lighting of incense, candles, firecrackers,...
Thai Government Introduces Dust-Free Rooms for PM2.5 Protection
PRESS RELEASE:
The Ministry of Public Health has announced plans to set up "dust-free" hospital rooms in 30 provinces to protect at-risk patients from the adverse effects of PM2.5 pollution. The decision follows reports of...
Dengue Surge Hits Many Thai Provinces with 8,000+ Cases
PRESS RELEASE:
Dengue fever has escalated into a significant concern in Thailand, with the Department of Disease Control (DDC) reporting over 8,000 infections and 13 fatalities in January.
DDC Director-General Thongchai Keeratihuttayakorn highlighted a sharp 91.25%...
