As the sun cast its early rays over the bustling metropolis, the grounds of Lan Khon Muang transformed into a beacon of wellbeing, marking the spirited commencement of the third Bangkok Health Market right before the steps of City Hall. Enthusiasm buzzed through the air on this radiant Sunday morning as none other than the esteemed Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt graced the occasion with his presence, signaling the advent of an initiative set to revolutionize public health service in the heart of Thailand. With a contagious excitement, Governor Chadchart articulated his vision—a city brimming with vibrant health, where the buzz of the urban jungle is matched by the pulsating vigor of its inhabitants. To this end, he unveiled an ambitious crusade to extend complimentary health screening services across the sprawl of Bangkok’s 50 districts, all with an aim to ensnare potential health challenges in their nascent stages and dismantle them…
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Immerse yourself into the latest buzz shaking the foundations of the wellness industry. As of the stroke of midnight last Saturday, the streets of Thailand woke up to a whole new era for the humble yet revered kratom leaf, thanks to an edict from Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew that sprouted into life on December 8. This spectacle unfolded in the pages of the Royal Gazette with a flicker of change in the air, igniting instant curiosity and stern nods of approval from patrons and onlookers alike. Let’s dive into this green wave that’s swirling with a tinge of reform. Local aficionados and the mom-and-pop shops of the kratom trade now carry an added responsibility. No longer can one waltz into a shop and purchase kratom willy-nilly. Sellers, in tune with the rhythm of the law, are decking their establishments with bold and unmissable signage: a clarion call for age-appropriate…
Welcome to the drama of the petrol pump, where every drop should be accounted for, but where trust stretches thinner than a tank running on fumes. Enter Phumtham, not just the deputy PM wearing his political hat but also the defender of the everyday driver’s wallet. He’s on a mission, and it’s all about keeping those petrol stations in check. Grab your popcorn because this might just get interesting. Picture this: tired commuters pulling up to their neighborhood fuel station, expecting a full tank for their hard-earned cash. Instead, they end up with a nagging suspicion that their money is fueling something sinister. The whispers of cheating have reached epic proportions online with a flurry of posts from disgruntled consumers who’ve had enough of the fueling fiasco. They’ve got a hunch; they’re getting less bang for their buck, and maybe, just maybe, the dispensers have been tinkered with to tip…
Imagine the buzz of excitement among the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) agents as they embark on a mission shrouded in mystery and deception. With keen eyes and a sense of purpose, they made their way through the urban labyrinth of Bangkok and muted alleyways of Pathum Thani, ready to unearth an illicit trove of chemicals masquerading as a friend to farmers and a foe to weeds. It was on December 19th, battalions of justice, flanked by the agrarian experts from the Department of Agriculture, unveiled almost 150,000 litres of the clandestine cargo: glyphosate. This isn’t your average garden variety weed-killer; it’s a substance so cunningly controlled, its presence outside tight regulations drums up the beat for a thrilling chase. The reveal, which would make any detective novelist’s heart skip a beat, was set in motion by a tip as sharp as Occam’s razor, suggesting that the offending herbicide was…
On a crisp October morning, as the sun cast its golden rays over the bustling Armed Forces headquarters, Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang found himself immersed in the gravity of a serious briefing. The picturesque Autumn day, captured elegantly by the lens of photographer Varuth Hirunyatheb, provided a stark contrast to the dark allegations at hand. Minister Sutin, tasked with the role of protector and arbiter, faced the urgent call to delve into a troubling situation that had been unveiled by the relentless efforts of social media activist Guntouch Pongpaiboonwet, more commonly known by his moniker, Gun Jompalang. It was Friday when Guntouch stood resolutely at the Royal Thai Army Headquarters, with a purpose that echoed through the halls. Accompanied by a 28-year-old female ranger, whose identity is protected amidst a swirling storm of anxiety and distress, the activist sought to shine a light on an alleged atrocity. The ranger, brave…
In the serene precincts of Chiang Mai’s venerated Wat Suan Dok, a tranquil Friday evening was shattered by the sound of clanging metal. As golden hues washed over ancient bricks, a scene of chaos unfurled outside the stupa – a repository of rich history and spiritual reverence. Amidst the fragments of scattered debris, it was clear that this was no ordinary disturbance at a place of worship. Enter the heart of the tempest, a 36-year-old man from Lamphun, embroiled in an act that would echo through the walls of this sacred temple. Thanadol, as the man was known, found himself in the grip of law enforcement, charged with a grave deed against the monumental stupa housing none other than the revered bones of Chao Inthawichayanon, Chiang Mai’s seventh monarch. As the sun waned, Thanadol’s shadow loomed large by the stupa; a hammer in one hand, a knife in the other,…
Imagine a scene right out of a Hollywood crime thriller: a high-powered Taiwanese tycoon, a decorated ex-navy admiral, and a rough-and-tumble former navy SEAL, all ensnared in a gritty urban drama set against the sweltering backdrop of Bangkok. The tale that unfolded in the Criminal Court yesterday was one of betrayal and shadowy motives, worthy of a blockbuster script—but for Feng-Hao Chang and his alleged accomplices, the stakes were all too real. In a startling turn of events, the court firmly slammed the cell door on the prospect of bail for Chang, aged 68, alongside his two accused cohorts: Rear Adm Prakaipruek Srifa, aged 64, and Tewarat Mangkorn, aged 66. The trio faced the music, charged with plotting a deadly gambit straight out of a noir novel: orchestrating hits on family and foe alike as part of a sinister plot driven by corporate discord within the lucrative realm of electronic…
On a balmy Saturday, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin journeyed to the lush landscapes of Nan province, on a mission that lies at the heart of countless Thai people: solving the pressing issue of informal debt. Picturing Prime Minister Thavisin deep in discussion amid the tranquil scenes of Nan, one can sense the government’s determination as they claim a notable progress—they’ve tackled the debts of 233 registered debtors. The breeze might have carried whispers of relief that day. Ambitious strides are indeed being made, as Government Spokesman Chai Wacharonke delves into the data from the Interior Ministry, unveiling the proactive measures being taken to untangle the complicated web of informal debt. With 106,863 souls entrusting their financial woes to the government’s initiative, the figures present a stark reality: a staggering 6.69 billion baht swirling in the shadows of informality, with 77,525 lenders lurking in the framings of these clandestine transactions. Imagine,…
Oh, to be a student in the enchanting kingdom of Thailand, land of smiles and now, a rather perplexed frown directed squarely at its education system. The most recent results from the Programme for International Student Assessment (Pisa) have trickled in, carrying the weight of mathematic equations, scientific theories, and prose hefty enough to make bookworms blush. Yet it seems this weight was a tad too heavy, as rankings have taken a spirited dive into the pools of dismay. Let’s talk numbers, shall we? In the grand testing escapades of 2022, our diligent Thai teens mustered a score of 394 in mathematics—a not-so-gentle descent from 419 in 2018. Science scores followed suit, dropping from 426 to 409, while reading tiptoed behind from 393 to a demure 379. With the world ranking of 58th in math and science and 64th in reading, one might hear the echos of a woeful academic…
Imagine the scene – a horde of enthusiastic supporters, fervent in their adorations, eagerly greet former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra as he touches down at Don Mueang airport on a fateful August evening. The air is electric, the excitement palpable, and the moments are frozen beautifully in the click of a camera, captured for posterity (Photo courtesy of Pattarapong Chatpattarasill). The wheels of justice and procedure spin silently behind the scenes as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin steps up to the podium, to diffuse the whispers and uproars alike concerning the decision to allow Thaksin to luxuriate in the plush confines of the Police General Hospital’s premium ward. “Regulations,” he declares. “They’ve followed them to the letter.” Thus was the saga of Thaksin’s hospital stay, one that began swiftly after his grand return, ending his years of self-imposed exile, only to be whisked from the austere Bangkok Remand Prison to the…