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The Future Cannabis Network is marching across Thailand in a campaign to gather 50,000 signatures opposing the reclassification of cannabis as a narcotic, confident that the new government will listen. Reporters stationed at K CANNABIS Stonre, the headquarters of the Khon Kaen Cannabis Association, learned that Prasit Nunuan, Secretary-General of the Future Cannabis Network, has revealed the Network's mission, reported INN. Amid current legislative changes surrounding the public Cannabis Act – which was initially proposed to the progressive party, before being stalled in committee – the group seeks to ensure that cannabis will not revert to its status as a controlled substance. The party rationalized this move, asserting that controlled substance status could better regulate cannabis use. "Cannabis must be systemically controlled, from seeds to cultivation, processing, and protecting minors. It needs specific laws, a standalone Act," Nunuan said. He voiced concerns that reclassifying cannabis as a narcotic could lead to a lack of access to medicinal cannabis, stall cannabis-related research and development, and impede its import/export and processing due to stringent narcotics laws. He further argued that reclassifying cannabis could impact both civil liberties and pharmaceutical stability, especially in rural areas where cannabis has long been used as medicine. He highlighted that political misinformation had misled many Thai people, causing them to view smoking cannabis as the primary use of the plant, even though it has been used medicinally to treat impoverished patients and those with incurable diseases. His travels across multiple provinces revealed that Isaan, in particular, heavily utilizes cannabis for medicinal purposes. He claims that reverting cannabis to a narcotic would infringe on basic rights. Various global studies conclude that cannabis can treat several diseases, and it is used medically in over 70 countries. While awaiting the new government, the Future Cannabis Network will continue to travel across Thailand, spreading knowledge about cannabis uses and products, and encouraging local discussions. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2023-06-19 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information. Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information

Miraculous Escape: Three Survive Sedan's Sudden Fire on Phahonyothin Road in Lampang Picture: Siam Rath A shocking incident of a Mitsubishi sedan catching fire sent waves of panic on the busy Phahonyothin road between Tak and Lampang provinces. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298322-miraculous-escape-three-survive-sedans-sudden-fire-on-phahonyothin-road-in-lampang/

Tragic Accident Claims the Life of a 21-Year-Old in a Bus Rear-End Collision Picture: Siam Rath In a devastating incident on June 18th, Sergeant Utane Prompram, an investigating officer from Suvarnabhumi Airport Police Station, received a report of a fatal car accident involving a pickup truck colliding with the rear of a bus. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298321-tragic-accident-claims-the-life-of-a-21-year-old-in-a-bus-rear-end-collision/

Sedan Crashes into Streetlight in Chonburi Before Bursting into Flames, Driver and Passenger Survive By Tanakorn Panyadee Chonburi — A sedan crashed into a streetlight on a median strip at a Chonburi bypass before bursting into flames today, June 18th. The driver and his passenger, however, miraculously survived the accident. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298318-sedan-crashes-into-streetlight-in-chonburi-before-bursting-into-flames-driver-and-passenger-survive/

Almost 4,000 refugees from Myanmar seek shelter in Mae Hong Son Almost 4,000 civilians from Myanmar have fled recent fighting in their country to seek temporary shelter in Thailand’s northernmost province of Mae Hong Son. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298317-almost-4000-refugees-from-myanmar-seek-shelter-in-mae-hong-son/

Almost 4,000 civilians from Myanmar have fled recent fighting in their country to seek temporary shelter in Thailand’s northernmost province of Mae Hong Son. The Thai-Myanmar border command centre in Mae Hong Son province said today (Sunday) that the fighting between Myanmar government forces and the Karenni rebels has forced thousands of Myanmar civilians into Sao Hin sub-district in Mae Sariang district and Mae Ki sub-district in Khun Yuam district. The command centre said that Thai officials have built temporary shelters in the two sub-districts to accommodate the asylum seekers and are providing rice, dried and canned food and drinking water. The centre also said that security forces are ready to provide safety for Thai people living near the border, in case the fighting spills over onto Thai soil. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/almost-4000-refugees-from-myanmar-seek-shelter-in-mae-hong-son/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-19 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Asia’s biggest Golf Tournament created a massive financial boost for Hua Hin Over 480 Competitors participated in Asia’s Biggest Golf Tournament in Thailand’s Hua Hin from 11th- 17th June 2023. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298316-asia’s-biggest-golf-tournament-created-a-massive-financial-boost-for-hua-hin/

Travelindex Unveils Winners of Bangkok’s Top 25 Restaurants by Natthaphon Sangpolsit BANGKOK (NNT) - “Travel-index”, a content-driven ecosystem for the travel and tourism sector, has rolled out its annual list of 25 Restaurants throughout Bangkok that it considers the top eateries highlighting why the capital is such a popular gastronomic destination among gourmets and gourmands. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298315-travelindex-unveils-winners-of-bangkok’s-top-25-restaurants/

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Convenience Store Fixes Electrical Fault Following Tragic Customer Death In a tragic incident that unfolded in a convenience store located in Khlong Khloy, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province, a woman lost her life due to an electrical fault. Promptly responding to this unfortunate event, the store has now summoned an electrician to fix the faulty area. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298313-convenience-store-fixes-electrical-fault-following-tragic-customer-death/

Samrong beauty clinics raided for explicit content and unregistered products by Nattapong Westwood Image courtesy of Khaosod Online Recently, a beauty clinic in the Samrong area and its Chai Samoraphum branch were raided by Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA), health service support and Consumer Protection Police Division officials. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298311-samrong-beauty-clinics-raided-for-explicit-content-and-unregistered-products/

Bird collision delays Thai Vietjet flight, 159 passengers affected at Khon Kaen Airport by Samantha Rose Picture courtesy of Sanook A Thai Vietjet flight at Khon Kaen International Airport was disrupted after a bird collided with the aircraft’s engine, causing delays for 159 passengers. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298310-bird-collision-delays-thai-vietjet-flight-159-passengers-affected-at-khon-kaen-airport/

Funeral attendees win cows, receive rice gifts in unique 200,000 baht Thai almsgiving by Samantha Rose Picture courtesy of Sanook In Buriram province, a funeral for a 92 year old woman, Wun Chongchaingam, has drawn a large crowd due to the unusual almsgiving. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298309-funeral-attendees-win-cows-receive-rice-gifts-in-unique-200000-baht-thai-almsgiving/

Surin school criticised for inviting controversial figure to teach morality at student camp by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of เยาวชนสุรินทร์เพื่อประชาธิปไตย - Surin youth for Democracy Facebook A school in Surin province has faced criticism for inviting a controversial figure with a history of mental health issues and social threats to teach morality to over 900 students participating in a camp. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298308-surin-school-criticised-for-inviting-controversial-figure-to-teach-morality-at-student-camp/

Intoxicated Man in Pattaya Area Falls Off Balcony and Dies by Accident By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — An intoxicated Thai man tragically fell to his death by accident while vomiting over his balcony near Pattaya. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298307-intoxicated-man-in-pattaya-area-falls-off-balcony-and-dies-by-accident/

Transgender Pickpocket in Pattaya Swipes Expensive Gold Necklace from Turkish Tourist By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — A Turkish tourist walking alone on Pattaya Beach early this morning reported being pickpocketed of a 25,000-baht gold necklace by a transgender suspect. The man revealed he often watched news about this crime and was vigilant; however, he fell victim to the skilled hands of the thief. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298306-transgender-pickpocket-in-pattaya-swipes-expensive-gold-necklace-from-turkish-tourist/

Yamaha worker dies weaving between racing trucks by Nattapong Westwood Image courtesy of Khaosod Online A tragic accident occurred as a 48 years old Yamaha factory employee, Anuwat Thawadee, attempted to weave his motorcycle between two trucks on Theparat Road, Samut Prakan. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298305-yamaha-worker-dies-weaving-between-racing-trucks/

Notorious Thai thief Khaitlek arrested, 2 million baht haul seized by Nattapong Westwood Image courtesy of Khaosod Online Notorious thief Sarawut, 46 years old, also known as “Khai Lek”, with historical ties to the infamous “Thai Siam Gang” and a criminal record including three previous imprisonments, was recently arrested for multiple burglaries amassing over 2 million baht. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298304-notorious-thai-thief-khaitlek-arrested-2-million-baht-haul-seized/

5th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge to Boost Regional Connectivity by Natthaphon Sangpolsit BUENG KAN (NNT) - The fifth Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge, which is currently under construction across the Mekong River, is set to open in 2024 to boost border travel between Laos and Thailand and spur trade with other countries in the Greater Mekong Subregion. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298303-5th-thai-lao-friendship-bridge-to-boost-regional-connectivity/

75-Year-Old Man Found Shot to Death at Forest in Kathu, Phuket By Goongnang Suksawat Kathu – A 75 year old man was found shot to death in a forest near a dam in Kathu. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298302-75-year-old-man-found-shot-to-death-at-forest-in-kathu-phuket/

Pita’s election as PM and political certainty would be a green light for new jobs and investment by Joseph O' Connor Pheu Thai nominee for PM, Srettha Thavisin, was speaking on Wednesday at an investors conference in Bangkok at which he insisted on looking at the current political situation in a positive light, saying that its resolution in the form of political certainty and a government led by Move Forward’s Pita Limjaroenrat would be a green light for a return of inward financial investment and new jobs created by foreign firms. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298301-pita’s-election-as-pm-and-political-certainty-would-be-a-green-light-for-new-jobs-and-investment/

Interpol red notices sought for 2 people allegedly involved in extortion of online gambling gang Thai Interpol are expected to issue Red notices today (Sunday) for two civilians who are alleged to be involved with a group of police officers in extorting about 140 million baht from alleged members of an illegal online gambling gang. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298300-interpol-red-notices-sought-for-2-people-allegedly-involved-in-extortion-of-online-gambling-gang/

Thai children losing out on height due to too little milk Packed with essential nutrients, milk is an integral part of children’s diets and supports their growth. It contains calcium, which is great for the teeth and the bones, and has other health benefits too, among them boosting the immune system, strengthening heart health, and improving the skin, according to experts. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298299-thai-children-losing-out-on-height-due-to-too-little-milk/

Chon Buri police commander and 7 officers transferred pending probe into extortion allegation Chon Buri police commander and seven of his subordinates were transferred to the operations centre of the Royal Thai Police with immediate effect today (Saturday), pending a fact-finding probe into an allegation of extortion made against them. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298298-chon-buri-police-commander-and-7-officers-transferred-pending-probe-into-extortion-allegation/

Pattaya — Around three go-go bar guards allegedly attacked a Russian tourist, who reportedly refused to pay for the drinks he had ordered, on Walking Street at 3:30 AM this morning, June 18th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1298297-go-go-bar-guards-on-pattaya-walking-street-allegedly-attack-russian-man-who-refused-to-pay-his-bill/