Thai PM says use of cannabis must be regulated within six months

23 Sept 01:54 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced plans to amend cannabis laws within six months, restricting its use to medical purposes and controlling retail outlets.
This move aims to reverse the broad decriminalization that led to widespread recreational use, despite cannabis being a flagship policy of the Bhumjaithai party.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.