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Thailand’s Pot Boosters Battle Bid to Delegalize Cannabis

Thailand made it legal to cultivate and possess marijuana for medicinal purposes in June, but calls are mounting to relist the plant as a narcotic.

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Mall Group eyes complete business district

The Mall Group Co, one of the country's leading retail operators, is partnering with two billionaire families -- the Sirivadhanabhakdi and Chearavanont clans -- in a effort to make Bang Kapi a complete business, residential and shopping district in eastern Bangkok.

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Alec Benjamin to play in Bangkok

American singer-songwriter Alec Benjamin is ready to convey love stories through his popular songs for Thai fans during "Alec Benjamin The (Un)Commentary Tour In Bangkok" which will take place at KBank Siam Pic-Ganesha Theatre, 7th floor of Siam Square One, Rama I Road, on Dec 6 at 8.30pm.

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Keep calm and protect

The 2022 Apec summit wrapped up in Bangkok over the weekend with a plethora of photo opportunities showing Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha rubbing shoulders with global leaders.

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Johnny Stimson to perform at Lido Connect

American singer-songwriter Johnny Stimson will be in town for his first gig in Bangkok at Lido Connect Hall 3, Rama I Road, on Dec 9 at 8pm.

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VP Harris Meets With China’s President Xi To Underscore Importance Of Stable US-China Relations

The VP confirmed the U.S.' commitment to Indo-Pacific alliances, while condemning North Korea's latest missile launch.

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Thai marijuana boosters rally to keep drug decriminalized

Around 200 backers of Thailand’s liberalized marijuana regulations have rallied in Bangkok to protest the possible rollback of the drug's recent decriminalization

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Trial resumes for suspects in 2015 Bangkok shrine bombing

A Thai court has resumed the long-delayed trial of two members of China’s Muslim Uyghur minority accused of carrying out a 2015 bombing at a Bangkok landmark that killed 20 people

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CentralWorld launches 'Embracing Happiness 2023’

CentralwOrld kicked off the "Embracing Happiness 2023" campaign, keeping in line with its reputation as a landmark for Christmas and New Year celebrations in the heart of Bangkok with cutesy decor, shows and more until Jan 1, 2023.

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Founding chef Andreas Caminada in residence at Igniv Bangkok

Igniv Bangkok is one of a few restaurants you’d go for the delicious sharing menu, but more to covet the tableware it is served on. Adding to the deliciousness is the visit of founding chef Andreas Caminada. For the first time since the restaurant opened, chef Caminada will be serving…

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Singapore Air adds flights to Bangkok, Phuket

Singapore Airlines Ltd will add flights to East and Southeast Asia, including Bangkok and Phuket, from early next year and trim some services to the United States as it tweaks routes and plane allocations to get a head start over rivals as nations ease travel restrictions.

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Chat group administrators charged with disseminating boy-sex videos

Administrators of two Line chat groups have been arrested in Bangkok for allegedly enticing boys into sending them sex videos which they then showed to people who paid subscriptions to view them online.

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Macron factor raises tourism hopes

The sight of French President Emmanuel Macron popping up at attractions in Bangkok last week has kindled hope his presence could add shine to the country's fast-recovering tourism industry.

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Three summits jointly boost centrality

Cambodia, Indonesia, and Thailand with distinctive styles of leadership and diplomatic finesse have succeeded in performing the most difficult somersault in international relations by uniting concerned parties from all sides over the Ukraine war to agree to disagree and then agree to agree. Bravo to the trio of Asean members…

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Cathay Pacific set to boost flights to Bangkok, holiday destinations in Thailand

Cathay Pacific Airways will boost the number of flights to Thailand's capital and the country's holiday destinations, as the airline aims to play a bigger role in Hong Kong's bid to seek closer ties with other countries in the region, the group's chairman has said.

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Hong Kong leader John Lee tests positive for Covid after returning from Apec trip

Hong Kong leader John Lee Ka-chiu has tested positive for Covid-19 after returning from a trip to Thailand for a high-level regional trade summit.

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Guest chefs cooking up a storm in Bangkok

If you're in an early celebratory mood, November is an eventful month with visiting chefs cooking up a storm. Here are five highlights.

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Hong Kong leader tests positive for COVID after APEC forum

John Lee’s positive test result comes days after meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping in Bangkok.

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Hong Kong leader tests positive for COVID after APEC summit

Hong Kong's chief executive, John Lee, has tested positive for COVID-19 after returning from an Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) summit in Bangkok, where he met Chinese President Xi Jinping and other world leaders.

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Temple tour ends with peace pledge

US Vice President Kamala Harris on Sunday met Supreme Patriarch Somdet Phra Ariyavongsagatanana at historic Wat Ratchabophit in Bangkok, where they discussed the promotion of social harmony and achieving sustainable economic development in the region and beyond.

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6 festivals to brighten up your world

As we get nearer to saying goodbye to 2022, Bangkok is brightening up with light installation festivals, hopefully ushering in a brighter 2023. We bring to light a list of events that will give you a sparkly buzz. Plus, there are a few selections outside the city if you need…

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Saudi Arabia, Thailand Sign Several Agreements, Keen to Bolster Ties

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, concluded on Saturday a visit to Thailand. An official statement underscored Riyadh and Bangkok’s keenness on bolstering bilateral, regional and international cooperation in all fields.

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Nuan is the cat's whiskers at Apec

The most important news emerging from the Apec summit in Bangkok is that it looks like Downing Street's Larry the Cat has finally got some competition in the ranks of feline celebrities. Catching the eye in the Big Mango this week has been Nuan -- a lady cat who has…

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Time for an Apec reckoning

After months of preparation and millions of baht spent, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit kicked off on Friday in Bangkok amid increasing tensions at home and abroad.

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