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Tangled 'Boss' tale back to haunt
News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/01/2026
» A landmark case long watched by the public -- the alleged assistance given to Red Bull heir Vorayuth "Boss" Yoovidhya to evade prosecution -- has re-emerged with renewed intensity.
Cabinet discusses next co‑pay scheme phase
Post Reporters, Published on 16/11/2025
» The cabinet will formally discuss the second phase of the Khon La Khrueng Plus (Co‑Pay Plus) scheme on Tuesday, with a rollout expected early next year, says Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Anti-smoking foundation sounds e-ciggie warning
News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/11/2025
» The Action on Smoking and Health Foundation has called on the government to take decisive action against the rising use of e-cigarettes, particularly among young people.
Thai rights body sounds alarm about vaping
Post Reporters, Published on 22/08/2025
» The National Human Rights Commission of Thailand (NHRC) has called for urgent action to tighten regulations on e-cigarettes following a sharp rise in usage among children and adolescents.
Justice minister looks to regulate kratom leaf sales
Post Reporters, Published on 21/08/2025
» Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong has acknowledged growing social concerns over the use of kratom, saying he and Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin have discussed a ministerial regulation to control the sale of kratom leaves.
Nature group blasts cable car project
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/05/2025
» The Seub Nakhasathien Foundation has voiced opposition to the proposed construction of a cable car system in Phu Kradueng National Park in Loei province, over concerns that the system could damage the area's fragile ecosystem.
Tiered tax system on cigarettes under fire
News, Post Reporters, Published on 03/05/2025
» Academics have criticised the tiered tax system currently applied to cigarettes, and called on the government to restructure it to a single excise tax rate as recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).
E-cigarettes, e-baraku now specifically prohibited for students
News, Post Reporters, Published on 07/01/2025
» The cabinet has approved the designation of electronic cigarettes and electronic baraku as prohibited items for students, with four levels of punishment, as proposed by the Ministry of Education..
Health advocates denounce e-cigarette legalisation plans
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/12/2024
» Scholars and health experts have voiced their opposition to the House special committee on e-cigarettes' advice to control its use in the country, saying the recommendations reflect the committee's pro-smoking stance.
Tobacco health pics ‘mandatory’
Post Reporters, Published on 21/08/2024
» A new control measure on cigarette and tobacco sales takes effect on Wednesday, the Department of Disease Control (DDC) has announced, saying that violations carry a maximum fine of 5,000 baht.