Thailand imposes burning ban to curb PM2.5 pollution

The government has announced a “no-burn” measure in a bid to control air pollution, with punishment lined up for violators. Thailand Tightens PM2.5 Dust Controls Government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub said the ban follows a forecast of stagnant air circulation that will last until Feb 3, worsening the PM2.5 situation. Full story: Bangkok Post Aekarach Sattaburuth […]

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Thailand Incinerates More Than 15 Tons of Illegal Drugs

At 9:00 AM, on December 23rd, 2023, Thai narcotics control board officers disposed of 15.7 tonnes of illicit substances under the “Set Zero” operation by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Thai Ministry of Public Health. 16 Tonnes of narcotic drugs seized at Thai border destroyed The “Set Zero” operation was initiated to dispose of […]

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Swede escapes unharmed from a burning car in Phuket

PHUKET: An injured Swedish driver was helped safely from his burning car after crashing into a roadside signpost in Thalang district on Sunday evening. Pol Capt Vorawut Sensob, a Choeng Thale investigator, said the accident occurred about 5.30pm on Pasak Soi 1 road in tambon Choeng Thale. Full story: Bangkok Post Achadthaya Chuenniran BANGKOK POST

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Counterfeit Goods Worth 173 Million Baht Destroyed

BANGKOK, Aug 26 (TNA) – The Commerce Ministry and agencies concerned on Friday destroyed counterfeit and pirated goods valued at more than 173 million baht. Deputy Commerce Minister Sinit Lertkrai presided over the event at the First Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment in Don Mueang, witnessed by representatives from government agencies, private companies, intellectual property owners and […]

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