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Cannabis backers start hunger strike
Gary Boyle, Published on 11/07/2024
» Pro-cannabis activists on Wednesday began a hunger strike to demand that the government listen to their views, as the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) affirmed that parts of the plant would be relisted as a narcotic on Jan 1.
Wild Boars cave opens for visitors
Gary Boyle, Published on 18/12/2023
» Tham Luang-Khun Nam Nang Non National Park in Chiang Rai has officially opened Chamber 3 for visitors to see how the rescue mission for the 12 members of the "Wild Boar" football team and their coach, trapped in the cave for 18 days five years ago, took place.
Teacher suspended for slapping student
Gary Boyle, Published on 29/09/2023
» A teacher at a secondary school has been suspended for repeatedly slapping the face of a student, reportedly because he refused to call her “mum”, after video of the incident was widely seen online.
Rallies held in support of Pita, MFP
Gary Boyle, Published on 21/07/2023
» Groups of protesters supporting Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat as the nation's 30th prime minister have sprung up across Bangkok this week.
Army 'on call' to back police
Gary Boyle, Published on 12/08/2021
» The army could be called in to help at rallies, while police will continue to use tear gas and rubber bullets, the Metropolitan Police Bureau said.
Designer creates 'Third Eye' for 'phone zombies'
Gary Boyle, Published on 10/06/2021
» A South Korean designer has come up with a solution for "smartphone zombies" who can't take their eyes away from their screen.
Thousands of protesters gather at Ratchaprasong
Gary Boyle, Published on 25/03/2021
» Thousands of demonstrators occupied Ratchaprasong intersection in Bangkok on Wednesday demanding reform of the monarchy and the release of detained leaders.
'Penguin' vows hunger strike
Gary Boyle, Published on 16/03/2021
» Parit “Penguin” Chiwarak said he will be on a hunger strike until all people accused of royal insult and other political charges are allowed bail.
Riot policeman infected with Covid-19
Gary Boyle, Published on 05/03/2021
» A riot policeman deployed at anti-government protests in Bangkok after visiting his home in Samut Sakhon province last month has tested positive for Covid-19.
Thousands of cops on standby
Gary Boyle, Published on 19/02/2021
» More than 12,000 crowd control officers will be deployed to handle anti-government demonstrations planned in Bangkok this weekend.