Thai PM urged to reconsider decriminalisation of cannabis

14 Sept 02:16 Key points summarised by AI

Democrat MPs urged Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to reconsider the decriminalisation of cannabis, escalating a rift with coalition partner Bhumjaithai Party.
They voiced strong objection to the cannabis bill, fearing increased recreational abuse and health risks among Thai youth after its removal from the Category 5 drug list.
The group advocates for returning cannabis to the Category 5 drug list to address the perceived rise in recreational use and associated risks of addiction or psychiatric conditions.

Israeli and Thai nationals held in Bangkok over secret filming of sexual encounters

Yesterday 14:52 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok police arrested an Israeli man for allegedly secretly filming sexual encounters with Thai women, reportedly after sedating them with cake.
A Thai woman was also detained in the same raid, found with crystal methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia, suggesting involvement in drug trafficking.
The Israeli suspect allegedly lured women via a dating app, offered them cake potentially laced with sedatives, and recorded their encounters without consent.
Authorities discovered the Israeli man had overstayed his visa by 2,095 days; he denied drug ownership and reportedly threatened arresting officers.