Category: General

DSI and Customs Department Uncover Massive E-Cigarette Smuggling Operation

Laem Chabang: The Department of Special Investigation (DSI), in collaboration with the Customs Department, successfully intercepted a large shipment of smuggled e-cigarettes at Laem Chabang Port, highlighting an ongoing effort to curb illegal cigarette smuggling and distribution. According to Thai News Agency, the Revenue Department and DSI received intelligence about

ONCB Reports Surge in Marijuana and Kratom Users Post-Decriminalization

Bangkok: The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) has observed a significant increase in marijuana and kratom users following their decriminalization, according to recent research findings. ONCB Secretary General Pol. Lt. Gen. Panurat Lakboon highlighted that the number of users has doubled since the substances were removed from drug

Cannabis Business Owners Criticize Government’s New Cannabis Control Order

Pattaya: Cannabis entrepreneurs are expressing concerns over the Ministry of Public Health’s recent announcement that cannabis is not free, which they argue will adversely impact the economy and tourism. They are urging the government to implement relief measures, highlighting significant investments already made in the industry. According to Thai News

Cambodia’s Strict Border Policy Leaves Students Stranded

Surin: Cambodia remains firm in its decision not to permit children to cross the border to study in Thailand, despite Thailand’s efforts to open a border crossing on humanitarian grounds. According to Thai News Agency, the closure of the Chong Chom border checkpoint in Surin Province has disrupted the routine

Director of Kai Palo School Dismissed Over Breakfast Controversy

Chiang Mai: The Secretary-General of the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) has ordered the dismissal of the Director of Kai Palo School and has immediately set up a fact-finding committee as a result of the issue regarding students’ breakfast. According to Thai News Agency, Lt. Col. Thanu Wongchinda,

Khlong Luek Checkpoint Sees Unusual Quiet as Border Remains Closed

Khlong Luek: This morning, the Khlong Luek checkpoint was unusually quiet. The recent concession allowing stranded Thai and Cambodian nationals to cross the border back to their hometowns has led to a subdued atmosphere on the Thai side of the checkpoint. Despite this, some Cambodians remain at the checkpoint, hopeful