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The following transcription covers news stories from across Thailand, hosted by Alex on the Good Morning Thailand program. Highlights include Thailand’s closure of over 1,000 cannabis shops and the growing alcohol-free lifestyle among Thai teens.

 

1. Thailand shuts 1,000+ cannabis shops
Authorities closed 1,079 cannabis shops, suspended 724 licences, and seized nearly 1 tonne of cannabis in a nationwide crackdown.

 

2. The Thai army holds 11 Cambodia border posts
Troops continue to occupy key border checkpoints after July clashes, as Thailand accuses Cambodia of planting landmines.

 

3. Fake ‘White House journalist’ exposed
A Cambodian outlet falsely promoted lobbyist Michael Alfaro as a U.S. intelligence expert, sparking diplomatic clarification.

 

4. Visa overhaul threatens retirees
New rules requiring US$80,000 annual income and US$1m in assets risk driving away middle-class retirees from Thailand.

 

5. Australian ex-millionaire stranded in Udon Thani
Pensioner Marcus Own, left with only 1,520 baht, seeks help after losing his savings and suffering an amputation.

 

6. Senator probed over the looting crash victim
A Thai senator faces investigation after CCTV showed him stealing valuables from a 2021 crash site on the Bang Na Expressway.

 

7. Five injured in Pattaya bike crash
A motorbike collision along Soi Noen Plub Wan injured five riders, including Middle Eastern tourists. Police review CCTV footage.

 

8. Thai teens embrace alcohol-free lifestyle
Youth alcohol use dropped to 24.8% in 2024, as campaigns and cultural shifts push teenagers toward sober activities.

 

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