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After four years of legal chaos, Thailand is finally bringing order to its cannabis industry by requiring all 11,000 shops to convert into medical clinics. The three-year transition marks Asia's first country to decriminalize cannabis moving toward regulated, medicine-only use.
Thailand is transforming its ancient massage traditions into a booming health economy with its first national wellness expo. Over 50,000 visitors will experience free traditional massages, VR heritage displays, and business opportunities that could position Thailand as a global wellness hub.
India and Thailand are deepening their defense collaboration with new agreements on manufacturing, research, and innovation. The 10th Thailand-India Defence Dialogue in Bangkok marks a significant step toward regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.
Thailand just transformed how it funds research, shifting from academic papers to real-world economic impact. The Thailand RISE Fund now connects scientists, businesses, and communities to build industries from homegrown innovation.
Energy Absolute is transforming Thailand's energy future by combining solar power, battery storage, green fuels, and carbon credits into one integrated system. The company's CEO believes Thailand has everything needed to become energy independent and sustainable.
Scientists in Thailand just named a colossal new dinosaur species that weighed as much as nine elephants and may be the last giant to have walked Southeast Asia. The discovery is putting Thailand on the global paleontology map and inspiring a new generation of researchers.
Thailand welcomes over 1,600 para-athletes from across Southeast Asia this week as the nation hosts the ASEAN Para Games for the first time in 18 years. Five-time Paralympic gold medalist Saysunee Jana will light the opening ceremony torch as Thailand aims to reclaim the overall championship title.
A decade after Jamaica decriminalized cannabis, Caribbean nations are turning their traditional expertise into a thriving legal industry with global potential. With perfect growing conditions and new US drug policy shifts, the region is positioned to become a major player in medical cannabis exports.
A 1,000-year-old Buddhist temple in southern Thailand just earned UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming the country's ninth protected site and the first in its southern region. The recognition celebrates a sacred place where cultures from India, Java, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar merged to create something extraordinary.
Thailand rolled out comprehensive health screening for all arrivals from DR Congo and Uganda after WHO declared the Ebola outbreak a global emergency. The country is monitoring 126 recent travelers while testing emergency response systems to protect public health.
Thailand is working to bring the first Disneyland theme park to Southeast Asia as part of a massive development project in the Eastern Economic Corridor. The 2,700-acre park would make Thailand the fourth location in Asia to host the beloved Disney experience.
Thailand's national research institute just partnered with a cross-border venture studio to transform government-backed scientific breakthroughs into global businesses. The collaboration could position Thailand as a major innovation exporter in health, sustainability, and agriculture.
Thailand and Hong Kong are joining forces to accelerate sustainable development through green technology and finance partnerships. The collaboration combines Thailand's renewable energy innovation with Hong Kong's global financial expertise.
Thailand just made vacation arrivals way less stressful with a new digital system that replaces paper forms and cuts immigration wait times. The online Thailand Digital Arrival Card lets travelers submit their info before they even board the plane.
Ghana is starting to issue licenses for medical cannabis production, making history as the first West African nation to regulate therapeutic cannabis. The move could create new health solutions and economic opportunities across the region.
The federal government is pushing to reclassify cannabis, a change that could trigger the largest wave of medical research funding in the drug's history. After decades of regulatory roadblocks, scientists may finally get the tools to answer crucial questions about cannabis as medicine.
People who switched to cannabis beverages reduced their weekly alcohol consumption by more than half, according to new research from the University at Buffalo. The familiar social experience of holding a canned drink may make cannabis beverages an easier substitute for heavy drinkers looking to cut back.
A new collaboration between Thailand's top hospital and engineers creates a space where doctors and tech experts can rapidly design personalized medical devices together. The "Osscentric Sandbox" aims to transform patient care while positioning Thailand as a global medical technology leader.
Thailand is launching Aquatech Asia 2026, bringing together global water technology leaders to tackle Southeast Asia's growing climate and water security challenges. The November event positions Thailand as the region's hub for sustainable water solutions.
Scientists in Thailand discovered a carnivorous dinosaur fossil from 150 million years ago, offering new insights into prehistoric life in Southeast Asia. The find adds to Thailand's growing reputation as a treasure trove of ancient discoveries.
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