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Thai DTAM tightens penalties for cannabis shop rule breaches
Thai DTAM tightens penalties for cannabis shop rule breaches
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Operators face suspensions of up to 90 days and possible licence revocation for repeat breaches, false reports or sales to vulnerable groups.Thailand seizes THB24bn as scam and nominee crackdown widens
Thailand seizes THB24bn as scam and nominee crackdown widens
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Thailand says online scam cases fell 69.2% after a nine-month crackdown targeting call-centre gangs, mule accounts and foreign nomineesThai heritage arts take global stage in Frankfurt and Seoul as soft power push gains pace
Thai heritage arts take global stage in Frankfurt and Seoul as soft power push gains pace
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Thailand showcases Khon, Nora, Songkran traditions and Thai classical dance in Germany and South Korea as part of a wider cultural soft-power drive led by the Culture Ministry.Commerce Ministry moves against 140 accountants in nominee crackdown
Commerce Ministry moves against 140 accountants in nominee crackdown
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
The Department of Business Development is preparing action against 140 accountants suspected of holding shares in nominee-risk firms as it tightens scrutiny of foreign-linked businesses.Over 10,000 old Bangkok shophouses face Rama IV-style subsidence risk
Over 10,000 old Bangkok shophouses face Rama IV-style subsidence risk
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
More than 400,000 ageing shophouse units are deteriorating, raising safety concerns as structures may be unable to bear sufficient weight, risking a repeat of Rama IV.Anutin launches ‘Economic Cabinet Plus’ to fast-track private-sector economic proposals
Anutin launches ‘Economic Cabinet Plus’ to fast-track private-sector economic proposals
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin chairs first JPPCC meeting of 2026, positioning it as an “Economic Cabinet Plus” to speed up proposals and boost competitiveness.Thailand uses AI to block 13,888 World Cup gambling links in 18 days
Thailand uses AI to block 13,888 World Cup gambling links in 18 days
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Thailand has used AI to block 13,888 illegal World Cup 2026 gambling pages and warned restaurants and venues against unauthorised commercial screenings of live broadcasts.Thailand targets transnational crime with SHIELD and AI tourist safety push
Thailand targets transnational crime with SHIELD and AI tourist safety push
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Thailand is upgrading its SHIELD big-data platform and AI-powered IBOC system to tackle call-centre scams, human trafficking, cybercrime and security risks in tourist areas, with Koh Samet chosen as a Smart Safety Zone pilot.Commerce Ministry says fertiliser supplies sufficient as Hormuz disruption eases
Commerce Ministry says fertiliser supplies sufficient as Hormuz disruption eases
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Deputy Prime Minister Suphajee Suthumpun says Thailand will not face fertiliser shortages, as shipments delayed near the Strait of Hormuz begin moving and domestic prices gradually ease.Merlin the duck becomes Mexico City’s cutest World Cup star
Merlin the duck becomes Mexico City’s cutest World Cup star
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Merlin, a calm and camera-friendly duck in a Mexico football jersey, has gone viral on Reforma Avenue in Mexico City, charming World Cup fans and tourists with his colourful style and gentle personality.