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The day dams silenced Luang Prabang
Life, Wisa Wisesjindawat-Fink, Published on 19/02/2024
» While almost 10 hydropower mega-dams have been removed across the United States to revitalise rivers and people's lives, the governments of Laos and Thailand have reached an agreement to construct more such dams on the mainstream of the Lower Mekong River. Eleven dams are planned, despite the devastating consequences of two already operational dams on the river's ecosystem and the livelihoods of millions of people who depend on it.
Stoner films compete for Golden Ganja award
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 09/11/2022
» Cinema Oasis on Sukhumvit 43 will reopen its doors for the "Amazing Stoner Movie Fest 2022", which will bring a string of feature and short movies from around the world, from Thursday to Sunday.
A forest in the heart of the city
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 21/07/2022
» Bangkok is currently shrouded in monsoon clouds, but during the day, green parks and open-air venues have become popular gathering places for locals and families.
An alternative therapy
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 18/07/2022
» After the legalisation of marijuana took effect last month allowing people to grow the plant at home and buy cannabis products, Sarayoot Buranapanich has found a glimmer of hope in weed. A 46-year-old terminal cancer patient, Sarayoot has turned his back on the mainstay of treatment.
Proceed with caution
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 11/07/2022
» The Royal College of Pediatricians of Thailand and the Pediatric Society of Thailand last week announced three cases of children suffering severe side effects of cannabis consumption.
Riding the green wave
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 27/06/2022
» Only two weeks after decriminalising cannabis, Thailand is experiencing a green rush. Since June 9, when the legalisation of marijuana for home and commercial use took effect, almost 1 million people registered to grow it with food and drug officials, while more than 40 million have checked out the registration platform. There's a growing public interest in the cash crop -- though some farmers remain doubtful -- and it is paving the way for "cannabis journalism".
A growing business
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 13/12/2021
» After new ministerial regulations were implemented last year, the leaves, stalks, stems and roots of the cannabis plant are no longer categorised as a narcotic and can be used as an ingredient to make medicine, health products, food and cosmetics. With this legal change, entrepreneurs now have opportunities to launch cannabis products.
Bursting the bubble wrap
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 08/09/2021
» Bubble wrap made of polyethylene is often used to fill up spaces in cardboard boxes to protect products during shipment.
Learn how to cook with cannabis with these TV shows
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 07/05/2021
» The use of cannabis leaves as a food ingredient has become very popular among Thailand's restaurants after the Narcotics Act (No.7) -- which became effective earlier this year -- allowed the use of cannabis and kratom for medical purposes while also permitting the use of various parts of cannabis and hemp, except flower heads, for other purposes.
A misdirected war
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/03/2021
» Growing up in the US state of Maryland, Thai-American artist Raj Bunnag learned about drugs during middle school. Fortunately, he came through that period unscathed, unlike many of his Latino and black friends who were arrested for drug use which changed their lives completely.