Ombudsman says no authority to consider issue of Prayut’s tenure
Political activist Srisuwan Janya had previously petitioned and asked the Ombudsman to consider whether when Prayut’s eight-year tenure would end exactly.
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Govt may legalise recreational use of cannabis in future: Thai Health minister
He also noted several more countries plan to follow in Thailand's footsteps by decriminalising cannabis.
Heavy rain, floods to hit Bangkok
The rain is being brought by the monsoon trough lying across upper Laos and upper North and the active low-pressure cell over the upper South China Sea.
Ombudsman to make decision on Prayut’s tenure petition before Aug 23
The Ombudsman’s Office said it will decide before Aug 23 whether to pass a petition on PM Prayut Chan-o-cha’s term limit to the Constitutional Court.
Prayut hails Thai food power as Khao Soi named world’s best soup
Khao Soi (Northern Thai curry noodles) topped the list of the “50 Best Soups in the World” by TasteAtlas, a website that gathers recipes and reviews from food critics…
Malaysia mulling legalising cannabis, kratom for medical purposes: Thai public health minister
He also reiterated that Thailand's cannabis legalisation had not been a burden on anyone, arguing that the ministry has laws related to cannabis use in public areas.
Thai tennis women too strong for Singapore, maintain winning streak
The Thai doubles duo of Chompoothip Jundakate and Lanlana Tararudee had it easy against Sue Yan Tan and Audrey Tong, winning 6-0, 6-1 to make it 3-0 for the Thais.
Thai Tourism minister wants bars, pubs in tourist destinations open until 4am
The minister said his proposal was in line with foreign tourist lifestyles, especially those from Europe and the Middle East.
Bangkok governor floats idea of building ‘ideal city’ on Bangkok’s outskirts
He also said that such a new city should not only have residential communities but also offices, school, park, hospital and transit system.
Robot dog shows off “Chinese Kung Fu”
A robot dog shows off its impressive skills by walking on the plum blossom piles of varying sizes and heights.