Slowing Down to Strengthen our Roots
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Ours is a world of instant reaction. As soon as the election was over our screens were covered in thousands of different scenarios explaining how the government will take shape […]
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Awaiting the next chapter
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We would be liars if we told you we did not get caught up in the historical election and results of last weekend. Over 75% of eligible voters turned out […]
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Watching from the Sidelines
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As a permanent farang in Thailand, it is not easy to sit back and watch the Thai election process unfold without comment. The parties, candidates, personalities, political games, contradictions, hypocrisy, […]
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Thailand Elections 2022: What it Means for Cannabis Legalization in the Country
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Thailand is gearing up for its general election on May 14 this year, and one major issue at hand is the legalization of cannabis. The country has already decriminalized marijuana […]
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Safe Injection Facilities like Melbourne’s MSIR: A Step Forward in Saving Lives
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Saade Melki struggled with addiction for 20 years before he found hope at Melbourne’s first-ever medically supervised injecting room. Established in 2018 to prevent heroin-related deaths in the city, the […]
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Singapore Implements Saliva Test Kit to Deter Citizens from Drugs Abroad
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Singapore has recently implemented the Saliva Test Kit at border checkpoints and roadblock operations to combat the abuse of drugs while Singaporeans or permanent residents travel overseas. This is to […]
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Hong Kong Comedian Chan Lok Tim Brings Humor and Hong Kong Culture to Australia
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Australian fans of Cantonese-speaking comedians are in for a treat as Hong Kong comedian Chan Lok Tim arrives in Australia with his show “Still Surviving in Hong Kong,” which puts […]
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Political Rivals Accused of Hindering Cannabis Reform in Thailand
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The cannabis decriminalization law brought forward by the Bhumjaithai Party in 2022 has been challenged by political rivals in Thailand ahead of the May 14 election. Critics say the law […]
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Thailand Legalizes Cannabis: A New Step Towards Healthier Society
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Thailand has legalized the use of cannabis for medicinal purposes since 2018, but on June 9, 2022, the country joined the list of nations that have legalized cannabis for recreational […]
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Cookies cannabis brand accused of bullying investors with strongarm tactics
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Cookies, one of the most well-known American cannabis operators, is facing lawsuits filed by current investors and its former business partner, accused of using coercive “strongarm” tactics and bullying to […]
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Tips for Enjoying Cannabis on Your Vacation
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As more countries and states are starting to legalize cannabis, more vacation activities centering on weed are emerging. However, respecting the unique culture and etiquette that comes with smoking weed […]
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Thai court’s alcohol advertising ruling shows need for wider regulation of substances
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Artid Sivahansapha, a Thai citizen, was sentenced last year to eight months in jail and a US$5,800 fine for posting a review of his beer on social media. His review […]
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