Thai Health Minister Proposes Marijuana Bill Focusing Only on Medical Use
National—
On January 6th, 2024, Dr. Cholnan Srikaew, the Thai Minister of Public Health, forwarded a Marijuana Bill for Cabinet consideration, emphasizing its focus on medicinal use only.
The implementation of measures was to prevent misuse,...
Controversy over Thaksin Still in a Hospital Versus a Thai Prison Continues
National—
On January 3rd, 2024, Mr. Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, a former election commissioner, posted on Facebook regarding Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra's case about receiving medical treatment at the Police General Hospital and alleged indiscriminate treatment for prisoners.
The...
Thai National Parks’ Revenue and Visitor Numbers Revealed: Phi Phi Island Tops Earnings
National—
On January 4th, 2024, the Thai Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation publicly revealed statistics on the top 10 Thai national parks with the most revenue and most visited in 2023 from...
Almost 500 Minors Found Partying During Night Club Raid in Pathum Thani
Pathum Thani—
At 12:30 AM, on January 7th, 2024, Mr. Ronarong Thipsiri, the Inspector General of the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA), Khlong Luang police, and relevant agencies raided an entertainment venue called HEAVEN Rangsit...
Update: Step-parents Face Charges for Concealing Deceased Toddler in Refrigerator in Nonthaburi
Nonthaburi—
At 3:00 PM, on January 6th, 2024, the stepparents of a two-year-old toddler, who was found inside a refrigerator in Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi, visited Bang Bua Thong police station to give their testimony.
Mr....
Nonthaburi Tragic Discovery: Toddler Found Dead in Refrigerator, Incident Under Investigation
Nonthaburi—
At 8:30 AM, on January 6th, 2024, Bang Bua Thong police officers received a report that a toddler was found dead inside a refrigerator at a house on Rattanathibet Road, Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi.
Forensic...
Major Road Pavement Cracking and Sinking in Bangkok During Rush Hour Causes Headaches
Bangkok—
At 4:15 PM, on January 5th, 2024, FM91 Trafficpro reported a road on Kanchanaphisek, departing Rama 2, Bang Khun Thian, Bangkok, had sunk 60 centimeters and 50 meters wide, causing a heavy traffic backup...
In Total 7,864 Drunk Driving Cases Reported in Seven Days of Thailand New Year...
Thailand –
The Thai Department of Probation reported in total 7,864 cases of drunk driving in Thailand in seven days (December 29th, 2023 - January 4th, 2024) of the New Year Seven Days Road Safety...
Thai Police Investigate Residence Hosting Nearly 100 Foreign Workers in Samut Sakhon
Samut Sakhon—
At 10:30 AM, on January 5th, 2024, Mueang Samut Sakhon police officers and relevant agencies performed an inspection at a townhouse in Baan Suan Rangsi, Mueang, Samut Sakhon, after a local reported almost...
AOT Ready for Visa-Free Thailand-China Policy, Expects Boost in Chinese Tourism
PRESS RELEASE:
(NNT) - Following the Thai government’s approval of a permanent visa-free arrangement with China, Airports of Thailand (AOT) is prepared to support the VISA FREE policy.
The agency has collaborated with relevant agencies to...
