Thai PM Celebrates Historic Passage of Marriage Equality Law
National —
At 10:00 AM on January 15th, 2025, Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra, alongside prominent political figures and Thai influencers, participated in a historic photo session at Government House to commemorate the enactment of Thailand’s...
Registering for a Same Sex Marriage in Thailand When It Becomes Legal This Month
Same-sex couples in Thailand can register marriage from 23 January onward!
Same-sex couples will be able to register their marriage at any district office across Thailand, and at Thai embassies overseas, from 23 January 2025,...
Equal Marriage Law: Thailand Ready for January 23rd Rollout Nationwide
National —
On January 3rd, 2025, Ms. Traisulee Traisoranakul, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Interior, announced preparations to implement the Equal Marriage Law, which takes effect nationwide on January 23rd, 2025.
Deputy Prime Minister and...
Young Thai Influencer Dies After Whiskey Drinking Challenge; Suspect Who Paid Him Arrested
Chanthaburi-
A young Thai social media influencer, identified as Thanakarn Kanthee, also known as 'Bank Leicester,' tragically passed away on December 26th after participating in a paid challenge to consume a 350ml bottle of whiskey...
Bangkok Authorities Launch Crackdown on Social Issues Along Sukhumvit Road Model Zone
Bangkok —
On December 17th, 2024, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and key officials held a meeting to address traffic congestion, drug issues, begging, and other social problems to improve order in the city.
The meeting focused...
Call for Change: UN Recommends Decriminalizing Sex Work in Thailand
National —
On December 13th, 2024, the UN Working Group on Discrimination Against Women and Girls (WGDAWG) held a press conference after its first visit to Thailand, invited by the Thai government.
Representatives Heina Lu and...
Thailand to Debate Legalizing E-Cigarettes Amid Nearly 600,000 Opponents Signing Petition in Protest
National —
On December 10th, 2024, education expert Sompong Jitradab expressed serious concerns about the upcoming parliamentary committee’s review of e-cigarette regulations, scheduled for December 12th.
The committee will evaluate whether to legalize the sale...
Thai Massage Industry Assures Safety Standards Amid Thai Massage ConcernsÂ
National —
On December 9th, 2024, Mrs. Nantawan Chutiphongwiwet, an advisor to the Lanna Thai Massage Entrepreneurs Association, addressed concerns following the death of a luk thung singer in Udon Thani.
The singer, Chayada Prao-hom,...
Thailand Launches Operation Rabbit Hunt to Identify And Arrest Illegal Adult Content Creators, Seven...
National —
Seven suspects, including several foreign nationals, were arrested in Thailand for producing and distributing explicit content online.
On December 9th, the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) ordered the Anti-Human Trafficking Division (AHTD) to apprehend seven...
Kanchanaburi Highway Police Bust Truck Carrying 18 Illegal MigrantsÂ
Kanchanaburi —
On December 5th, 2024, Sai Yok Highway Police in Kanchanaburi received intelligence about stolen vehicles being smuggled across the border and illegal migrant transportation in the area.
Around 8:00 AM, Kanchanaburi officers patrolling...