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Heat index could hit 60°C in early April
Gary Boyle, Published on 31/03/2026
» The heat index could soar to a dangerous 60 degrees Celsius in early April.
Drink driving tops list of New Year road violations
Gary Boyle, Published on 02/01/2026
» Over 90% of road traffic violations between Dec 30 and Dec 31, 2025, were linked to alcohol consumption, according to police.
Court issues warning on drink, drug driving at New Year
Gary Boyle, Published on 30/12/2025
» The Court of Justice has issued a warning to motorists not to drive while drunk or under the influence of drugs this New Year's holiday, saying that penalties are severe.
Expressway shooter ‘tested positive for drugs’
Gary Boyle, Published on 26/12/2025
» The murder suspect dubbed “Karn Vellfire” was drunk and high on drugs on the night he shot another driver to death in Bangkok before fleeing to Koh Chang, police said on Thursday.
Afternoon ban on alcohol sales scrapped
Gary Boyle, Published on 14/11/2025
» The National Alcohol Policy Committee has agreed to scrap the long-standing ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages between 2pm and 5pm, citing the need to boost spending during festive seasons.
Thailand to review stiff fines in new booze law
Gary Boyle, Published on 12/11/2025
» A Thai government committee overseeing alcohol policy will meet on Thursday to review new rules that impose harsh fines for drinking during times when sales are prohibited, the government said on Tuesday.
Drinkers face steep fines under new alcohol rules
Published on 10/11/2025
» People in Thailand enjoying an afternoon drink risk large fines from Saturday under amended alcohol control rules that strengthen enforcement.
B10,000 fine for drinking in pubs after hours
Gary Boyle, Published on 18/09/2025
» Customers who continue to drink in pubs after closing time for alcohol sales face fines of up to 10,000 baht from early November, the Department of Provincial Administration has warned.
Actress caught drink-driving, partner tries to interfere
Gary Boyle, Published on 26/08/2025
» A popular Thai-German actress has been convicted and sentenced for drunk driving after being stopped In the early hours of Sunday at a police traffic checkpoint in Bangkok.
Diner refuses to pay VAT, causes scene at restaurant
Gary Boyle, Published on 11/06/2025
» A customer refused to pay the 21 baht VAT on the bill at a ramen restaurant in a Bangkok petrol station and tried to storm out without paying - only to be stopped by other diners.