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Bangkok Pride Month Brings Vibrant Events and Cultural Celebrations

Bangkok celebrates Pride Month with diverse events including art exhibitions, dialogues, drag shows, and culinary collaborations throughout June.

• •Bangkok Post Pride Dialogue 2026 takes place June 26 at Em Wonder, focusing on diversity's role in society
• •Avani Ratchada hosts a photography exhibition ‘The City Is Never One Color’ until June 30
• •Ojo Bangkok’s ‘Drag Above The City’ drag show event is on June 26 featuring top performers

by Guru's Weekly Buzz: June 19-25

Late-Night Dance Party with Armando Mendes at Bar Bohem

On Saturday, June 20th, Bar Bohem hosts an after-hours party featuring Armando Mendes spinning from 2 AM until sunrise. Keep the weekend energy alive with music and dancing well into the morning

• •Event date and time: Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 2 AM
• •Location: Bar Bohem, Koh Samui

Virginia Advocacy Groups Urge Lawmakers to Drop Increased Fines for Public Cannabis Use in Legalization Bill

Advocacy groups in Virginia are urging lawmakers to remove a proposed increase in fines for public cannabis consumption from the state's legalization bill, warning it

• •A coalition of advocacy groups opposes raising Virginia's public cannabis use fine from $25 to $250
• •The proposed fine increase is part of a legalization compromise negotiated by Governor Abigail Spanberger and lawmakers
• •Advocates warn higher fines could worsen racial and economic disparities and urge lawmakers to remove the provision
• •The new plan sets recreational sales to start July 1, 2027, raises the possession limit to two ounces, and increases the excise tax

by Tom Angell

Dutch Care Home Permits Regulated Alcohol and Cannabis Use for Addicted Elderly Residents

A Nijmegen care home is allowing older residents with addictions to consume regulated amounts of alcohol and cannabis, aiming to address gaps in standard elderly care

• •The Zilverspar unit in Nijmegen allows elderly residents with addictions to use alcohol, cannabis, or methadone in controlled amounts
• •Residents receive standard nursing care alongside regulated substance use, with daily schedules agreed between staff and residents
• •Doctors say the approach targets those who cannot access regular care homes due to addiction but are too frail for addiction-specific housing
• •Healthcare leaders have offered cautious support, but some warn against treating managed supply as a long-term solution

by Care home lets addicted older residents drink, use cannabis

Transwoman rescued from Pattaya sea after cannabis use incident

A transgender woman was safely rescued from the sea near Walking Street in Pattaya after reportedly smoking cannabis and jumping into the water

• •Rescue teams retrieved a transgender woman from the sea near Walking Street, Pattaya, early June 14
• •She had reportedly smoked cannabis inside a nearby shop before jumping into the water from the rear balcony
• •Officers negotiated for 30 minutes before safely rescuing her without harm
• •The woman was taken for physical and mental health assessments following the incident

by Transwoman rescued from Pattaya sea after alleged cannabis use

Phuket Airport launches arrivals autogates to ease immigration queues

Phuket International Airport has launched automated arrivals gates and plans to expand their number, aiming to reduce immigration wait times and enhance the passenger experience for international travelers

• •Phuket Airport has opened its first international arrivals autogates for incoming passengers
• •Plans are in place to increase autogates from 10 to 21 and reduce manned counters from 24 to 16
• •Autogates are currently available only for travelers with e-passports

by Phuket airport opens arrivals autogate service

Virtuosi Thailand Enchants Bangkok with Romantic Chamber Music

Virtuosi Thailand’s LOVE 6 concert at 140 Wireless brought late Romantic masterworks to life in an intimate, emotionally charged setting in Bangkok

• •Virtuosi Thailand performed late Romantic chamber music at 140 Wireless in Bangkok
• •The concert featured Schönberg’s Verklärte Nacht with a unique double bass adaptation
• •Tchaikovsky's Souvenir De Florence was played with passionate precision and warmth
• •The event offered an immersive musical experience blending technical skill with emotional depth

by Virtuosi Thailand reimagines romantic masterworks

Zac Efron Builds Off-Grid Hemp Home in Australia with Designer Joost Bakker

Zac Efron is constructing an off-grid, hemp-based home in Australia with designer Joost Bakker, aiming to set new standards for sustainable architecture and draw attention to industrial hemp's potential

• •Zac Efron is building an off-grid home in Australia using industrial hemp for walls, insulation, and interiors
• •Joost Bakker, known for regenerative design, is leading the architectural project called FutureCave
• •The home will include six bedroom pods, rooftop gardens, and a green roof holding 100 tons of soil

by From High School Musical to High Design: Zac Efron is Building a Hemp Home

Massachusetts Supreme Court Upholds Ballot Measure to Repeal Cannabis Legalization

Massachusetts' highest court has upheld the certification of a ballot initiative to repeal recreational marijuana legalization, ensuring voters will decide the industry's future this November

• •The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court rejected a legal challenge against the anti-legalization ballot measure
• •The court found the measure did not improperly combine unrelated topics and that the summary was sufficient
• •The initiative, if it receives enough signatures, will appear on the November ballot for voter decision
• •Controversy surrounds the campaign's signature-gathering tactics and policy implications

by Marijuana Moment

Pattaya Hosts TTM+ 2026 Showcasing Wellness and Sustainable Tourism

Pattaya’s TTM+ 2026 event showcased Thailand’s commitment to wellness and sustainable tourism with immersive experiences and regional highlights

• •TTM+ 2026 held June 10–12 in Pattaya with a wellness and sustainability focus
• •429 international buyers and 428 Thai sellers participated, enabling 15,400+ business meetings
• •Event emphasized responsible travel with “Travel with Care” zones and certified tourism standards
• •Sustainability efforts included waste reduction, recycling, and surplus food donation supporting Net Zero Tourism goals

by TAT Newsroom

Chefs Revolutionize Cannabis Cuisine With Gourmet Infusions and Thoughtful Dosing

Chefs across the cannabis industry are redefining edible cuisine by focusing on gourmet preparation, mindful dosing, and respect for the plant, signaling a new era for infused dining experiences

• •Chefs are elevating cannabis cuisine beyond traditional edibles like brownies
• •Jerry Chu emphasizes ritual, respect, and careful dosing in cannabis cooking
• •Vanessa Lavorato promotes a guilt-free, experimental approach to cannabis as an herb
• •Danielle Russell warns against infusing processed foods, advocating for organic ingredients and live rosin

by Cooking With Weed Just Got Higher. And It’s Not Just Brownies.

Pennsylvania Senate Rejects Cannabis Control Board Bill but Allows for Reconsideration

The Pennsylvania Senate rejected a bill to create a Cannabis Control Board overseeing medical marijuana and hemp products, but a successful motion to reconsider means

• •The Pennsylvania Senate rejected a bill to create a new Cannabis Control Board in a 27-23 vote
• •A motion to reconsider the bill passed 29-21, allowing for another potential vote

by Tom Angell

US Tobacco Giant Backs Dutch Cannabis Grower Acquisition Amid Legalization Trial

US tobacco giant Altria is backing the €57.5 million acquisition of Dutch cannabis grower CanAdelaar by Cronos, raising concerns among experts about industry influence on the Netherlands’ legalization experiment

• •CanAdelaar, the Netherlands’ largest licensed cannabis grower, is being acquired by Cronos for €57.5 million
• •Cronos is 41% owned by US tobacco giant Altria, maker of Marlboro cigarettes

by US tobacco giant moves into Dutch weed legalisation trial

Scott Forshaw Brings Tech-House Beats to Seventy Nine Beach Club Koh Samui

Scott Forshaw headlines a lively beachfront tech-house party at Seventy Nine Beach Club on Koh Samui this July

• •Scott Forshaw performs at Seventy Nine Beach Club & Resort on July 3rd, 2026
• •The event starts at 2 PM with open-air beachfront music and cocktails
• •It combines tropical beach vibes with international tech-house music

New Studies Highlight Cannabis Impacts on Sleep, Pain, and Policy Shifts in the US

New research highlights how cannabis can affect sleep patterns, pain relief, and neuroinflammation, while several US states announce significant policy changes impacting medical and retail cannabis use

• •A sleep study found medicinal cannabis reduced total sleep time and REM sleep compared to placebo
• •Animal research suggests CBD may enhance oxycodone’s pain relief and reduce opioid use
• •A clinical trial showed 70% of fibromyalgia patients using cannabis oil achieved clinically meaningful pain relief
• •Louisiana enacted a law jailing people for smoking cannabis near schools; Kentucky expanded medical cannabis conditions

by pcbd-admin

Bangkok Restaurant Denies Refusing Thai Baht Amid Yuan Payment Claims

A Bangkok restaurant has denied allegations of only accepting Chinese yuan after local authorities found no evidence of illegal payment practices during inspections prompted by a viral social media claim

• •A TikTok video alleged a Bangkok restaurant refused Thai baht and demanded yuan
• •Local inspectors found the restaurant had a Thai bank QR code for payments
• •Staff attributed the confusion to a temporary QR system malfunction, not policy
• •No illegal operations or yuan-only payments were found by authorities

by Yuan-only payment tale causes stir in ‘Bangkok’s next Chinatown’

Dance Night with Armando and Subud at Woobar on Koh Samui

Armando and Subud team up for a lively back-to-back DJ session at Woobar on Koh Samui, promising an unforgettable party night

• •Event at Woobar on June 6th starting at 8 PM
• •Features back-to-back DJ set by Armando and Subud
• •Ideal for locals and visitors seeking a lively party atmosphere

New Premium 7-11 Store Opening Soon on Koh Samui with Stylish Designs

A new Premium 7-11 with glamorous designs is opening soon on Koh Samui, offering stylish convenience and tasty treats

• •A Premium 7-11 store is opening soon on Koh Samui with modern, glamorous designs
• •The store will be located in a convenient area popular with locals and tourists

New Bangkok Florist Opens on Koh Samui with Beautiful Seasonal Bouquets

A new florist from Bangkok has opened on Koh Samui, offering fresh, seasonal blooms and creative bouquet options at reasonable prices

• •A new Bangkok-based florist shop has opened on Koh Samui
• •The shop offers flowers like bellflowers, forget-me-nots, and Chinese peonies
• •Fresh flowers are stored in a chilled environment; customers are advised to dress warmly when selecting blooms

Authorities Expand Seizure of Illegal Cannabis Factory in Bangkok's Bang Bon District

Bangkok authorities intensify asset seizures linked to illegal cannabis extract production in Bang Bon district

• •Seven Vietnamese suspects arrested for illegal cannabis extract production in Bang Bon, Bangkok
• •Authorities seized over 60 air conditioners and two cars connected to the operation
• •Licensed cannabis cultivation is legal, but unauthorized processing into extracts like hashish remains illegal
• •Two financiers, one Thai and one Vietnamese, are under investigation with warrants pending

by ขยายผลยึดทรัพย์ โรงงานผลิตกัญชาแก๊งเวียดนาม จ่อหมายจับ 2 นายทุน ชาวไทย-เวียดนาม

OG Lab hosts its first farm tour on Koh Samui

After more than six months of preparation, OG Lab ran the first final test of its farm-tour program on Koh Samui, and the guests left happy

• •OG Lab completed the first final run of its Koh Samui farm-tour program
• •The program included a science briefing, terpene-station tastings, restricted production areas, and a botanical-garden lecture
• •OG Lab is inviting travel agencies, agents, hotels, and cannabis shops to collaborate on future tours

by OG Lab