Hemp, its extracts and hemp seed now delisted from Category 5 drug list

13 Sept 16:58 Key points summarised by AI

The Ministry of Public Health officially delisted hemp, its extracts, and parts from the Category 5 narcotic drug list, enabling broader commercial use.
This regulatory change permits hemp derivatives in food, cosmetics, and medicines, specifically allowing pure CBD and products with less than 0.2% THC in medical applications, and hemp seed/oil in food and cosmetics.
The initial five-year period prioritizes local consumption to foster domestic production, with the FDA actively revising regulations to allow private sector production of medical cannabis and cannabis-derived cosmetics.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.