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Big cat hybrids given regulated species status
News, Post Reporters, Published on 23/12/2025
» The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has issued a new regulation designating ligers (male lion–female tiger hybrids) and tigons (male tiger–female lion hybrids) as regulated wildlife species which require official possession permits under the Wildlife Preservation and Protection Act.
Patients to gain cancer drug access
News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/12/2025
» The government has approved new reimbursement rules enabling patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) to use targeted therapies, Erlotinib or Gefitinib, as first-line treatment, effective for medical expenses incurred from Dec 1 onwards.
New push to solve slaying of Japanese actress in Thailand
News, Post Reporters, Published on 26/06/2025
» The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) is ramping up efforts to solve the 2007 murder of Japanese stage actress Tomoko Kawashita at Wat Saphan Hin in Sukhothai province, before the statute of limitations expires in 2027.
Chiang Mai golden tigresses attract visitors
Post Reporters, Published on 20/11/2024
» Chiang Mai Night Safari has introduced the three-year-old golden tiger Ava, who has quickly become a favourite on social media alongside her sister Luna.
Suphalak cat breed gains global recognition
Post Reporters, Published on 21/08/2024
» The Suphalak cat breed has been recognised as an international breed by the World Cat Federation (WCF), according to the Facebook Page of WCF Thailand by ARC.
Controlling blackchin tilapia ‘will take three years’
Post Reporters, Published on 17/07/2024
» It will take three years to bring the population of invasive blackchin tilapia under control, using genetic modification that will produce infertile offspring, according to the Department of Fisheries.
Scientists eye using yeast to make biofuel
Post Reporters, Published on 16/03/2024
» A research team at Chulalongkorn University has genetically modified a strain of yeast to enhance its ability to produce a high level of body fat which could be further developed and turned into biofuel for aircraft.
Japan start-ups target global challenges
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/10/2023
» A number of Japanese start-ups have showcased their inventions aimed at improving global food security, facilitating green and efficient agricultural practices and contributing to the fight against global warming.
Flu guidelines aim to curb waves among at-risk groups
Post Reporters, Published on 03/10/2023
» The Department of Medical Services has issued guidelines for treating patients with mild or severe influenza symptoms.
Free health screening for newborns as birth rate slumps
Post Reporters, Published on 24/08/2023
» Free screening of newborns for 24 rare medical conditions will be offered in an effort to improve the overall health of the nation’s children, amid a continued slump in the birth rate.