Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Thai Health Minister Blocks 24-Hour Alcohol Sales in Hotels and More

Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, November 18th, to Sunday, November 24th, 2024.

They are not in any particular level of importance but are listed in the order of date of publication.

Let’s get started and see what the top stories were!

Thai Health Minister Blocks 24-Hour Alcohol Sales in Hotels, Reviews Railway Proposal.

Thailand’s Public Health Minister rejects 24-hour hotel alcohol sales and postpones decisions on train alcohol service, citing safety concerns.

Death Sentence for Am Cyanide, Thailand’s Infamous Female Cyanide Killer.

Thai Court sentences Sararat “Am Cyanide” Rangsiwuthaporn to death for murder. Ex-husband and lawyer face prison terms. Victim’s family awarded 2 million baht compensation in the cyanide poisoning case.

156 Restaurants Earn Michelin Bib Gourmand 2025, Including 20 New Entrants in Thailand and 5 in Chonburi.

The 2025 Michelin Guide Thailand reveals 156 Bib Gourmand winners, including 20 first-time entries. Full list announced live on November 28th via Michelin Guide Asia YouTube. 

Thaksin Shares Insights at Forbes Global CEO Event.

Thaksin Shinawatra, at the Forbes Global CEO Conference, reflected on his political journey.

Investigation Launched After 41 Corpses Discovered at Phichit Monastery for Meditation.

Thai authorities discovered 41 bodies at a forest monastery in Phichit. An investigation on November 25th will determine the circumstances, documentation, and practices related to the deceased individuals.

That’s all for this week, be safe!

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