Cannabis News

Thailand's Ministry of Commerce Targets Foreign-Involved Companies with New Measures

Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce targets companies with foreign shares for stricter monitoring and new rules starting August 1, affecting businesses across Koh Samui and beyond

• •Target group includes companies with 0.01–49.99% foreign ownership, totaling over 119,000 firms by mid-2026
• •New registrations of risk-group companies peaked in 2024 but fell sharply after new regulatory measures
• •DBD has referred thousands of companies for investigations by tax, land, and police authorities
• •Inspections cover 11 provinces including Koh Samui, focusing on sectors like villas, legal and accounting firms, tourism, and steel trade

Bachata and Lady Styling Dance Workshop for Women at YANSA Studio

Join a ladies-only Bachata and Lady Styling dance workshop at YANSA Studio on July 4th at 5:30 PM. Perfect for newcomers and those looking to boost confidence through dance

• •The event is a ladies-only Bachata and Lady Styling dance workshop
• •It takes place on July 4th at 5:30 PM at YANSA Studio on Koh Samui
• •No prior dance experience is needed to participate
• •Registration is via direct message to @Stacy_Mit

The Voice Karaoke Bar Opens Softly with Live Stage on Koh Samui

The Voice karaoke bar has opened softly on Koh Samui, featuring a smoky stage ready for live performances, smart tables, and tasty dishes like tender beef tartare

• •The Voice karaoke bar has launched in soft mode on Koh Samui near the Gypsy area
• •The venue features a smoky stage and smart tables for an enhanced karaoke experience

NERVO Brings Double Trouble to Club SEEN's 6th Anniversary Beach Party

Global dance duo NERVO headlines Club SEEN's 6th anniversary beachfront pool party on August 1st at 2 PM. Expect high-energy beats and a lively island celebration

• •NERVO, the global dance music duo, will headline Club SEEN's 6th anniversary party
• •The event is a beachfront pool party on Koh Samui starting at 2 PM on August 1st

Discover the Emerald Lagoon in Ang Thong Marine Park near Koh Samui

The Emerald Lagoon in Ang Thong Marine Park near Koh Samui is a breathtaking hidden lake surrounded by limestone cliffs.

• •The Emerald Lagoon (Talay Nai) is a hidden lake surrounded by limestone cliffs in Ang Thong Marine Park, an archipelago of 42 islands
• •Access is only by boat; tours usually include transfers, lunch, kayaking, and snorkeling
• •Swimming inside the lagoon is prohibited to protect its ecosystem, but other park areas offer great snorkeling and kayaking
• •Best visiting months are November to April for calm seas and clear underwater visibility

Cooper Beach Club Reopens as Silk Lounge on Koh Samui

Cooper Beach Club on Koh Samui has been sold and reopened as Silk Lounge after two years on the market with a reduced price. The new venue keeps the beautiful, spacious location and aims to bring fresh energy to island nightlife

• •Cooper Beach Club was sold after two years on the market, with price reduced from 10 million to 6 million baht
• •The venue has reopened as Silk Lounge, maintaining its beautiful and spacious beachfront location
• •Silk Lounge aims to refresh the island’s nightlife with a new atmosphere and offerings

SEEN Beach Club Celebrates 6th Anniversary with Beachfront Party

SEEN Beach Club on Koh Samui celebrates its 6th anniversary with a beachfront party on August 1st starting at 11 AM. Join the festive atmosphere supported by Grey Goose and enjoy the island's ultimate hotspot for music and fun

• •SEEN Beach Club marks its 6th anniversary on August 1, 2026
• •The event starts at 11:00 AM with a premium beachfront party
• •Grey Goose sponsors the anniversary celebration

Cannabis Enhances Divergent Thinking but Does Not Create Talent, Expert Explains

Medical experts clarify that cannabis does not create artistic talent but can help reduce mental barriers, enhancing creativity only in those who already possess creative abilities

• •Dr. María Celeste Romero states cannabis amplifies existing talent but does not create new abilities
• •THC lowers inhibitory control in the brain, enabling divergent thinking and cognitive flexibility
• •Excessive cannabis use can inhibit creativity and lead to paranoia, especially for inexperienced users
• •Regular tolerance breaks and a healthy lifestyle are recommended to maintain creative benefits

by Weed Doesn’t Make You Creative. It Just Gets Out of the Way

Marijuana Opponents Challenge Government’s New Medical Use Standard at DEA Rescheduling Hearing

At a DEA hearing, marijuana opponents challenged the government's new medical use standard, with officials admitting cannabis would not have passed the old test, sparking debate over federal rescheduling

• •DEA hearing opponents challenged the switch to a new two-part test for marijuana's medical use
• •FDA official Dominic Chiapperino admitted cannabis would not have passed the prior five-part test
• •A federal legal opinion deemed the old test too narrow, endorsing the new approach

by Tom Angell

DEA Acknowledges Cannabis’s Medical Value and Safety During Rescheduling Hearing

The DEA spotlighted cannabis’s medical benefits and lower risks compared to alcohol and opioids during its rescheduling hearing, while lawmakers and activists weighed in on the future of federal marijuana policy

• •DEA and FDA officials emphasized cannabis’s medical benefits and relative safety at a rescheduling hearing
• •Bipartisan lawmakers said efforts to block rescheduling are unlikely to succeed

by Tom Angell

Free Beach Party with Top DJs at Elephant Beach Club on Koh Samui

Koh Samui’s Elephant Beach Club hosts a free UNIHORSE PARTY on July 4 featuring guest DJs and stunning fire and projection shows. Enjoy house and techno beats by the ocean starting at 8 PM

• •UNIHORSE PARTY at Elephant Beach Club on Koh Samui is on Saturday, July 4, 2026, starting at 8 PM
• •Guest DJs include T Gecko, Unihorse, S.A.M., and Elyas Sol delivering house and techno music
• •The event features fire and projection shows enhancing the beach party vibe
• •Entry to the party is free, welcoming both locals and visitors to join the fun

Updated Drone Regulations Allow Flying in Most Areas of Thailand

Thailand now permits drone flights in most areas with proper registration and approval, but restrictions remain in certain border districts for security reasons.

• •Drone flights are permitted nationwide except in certain border districts with security restrictions
• •Drone operators and drones must be registered with both CAAT and NBTC before flying
• •Flight approval must be obtained through the UAS Portal at least three days prior to operation
• •Recreational drone flights in controlled border districts require special permission and are generally not allowed

by TAT Newsroom

DJ Stormi Brings Electronic Beats to CU Club This Friday Night

Join DJ Stormi at CU Club & Restaurant on Friday, July 3rd, for an electronic music night that transforms dinner into a late-night dance party.

• •DJ Stormi headlines an electronic music session at CU Club & Restaurant on July 3, 2026
• •The event offers a late-night party atmosphere with deep bass and dancing until early hours

El Toro Tapas Bar Sold Quickly Amid Koh Samui Restaurant Market

El Toro Tapas Bar on Koh Samui was quickly sold after being listed for sale, reflecting the fast-paced restaurant market on the island. Selling prices often reflect equipment value, especially when locations aren’t prime.

• •El Toro Tapas Bar was listed for sale but sold quickly on Koh Samui
• •Restaurants often sell for the value of their equipment, with furniture rarely compensated
• •Prime restaurant locations usually don’t appear publicly for sale on the island
• •El Toro attempted a rebrand after two years but eventually decided to sell

DEA Excludes Cannabis Reform Advocates From Rescheduling Hearing, Drawing Criticism

Marijuana legalization advocates protested at DEA headquarters after being excluded from a key rescheduling hearing, raising concerns about transparency and the agency’s decision to invite only opponents of reform

• •DEA held a cannabis rescheduling hearing with only opponents of marijuana reform invited as participants
• •Advocates, including former prisoners and medical experts, were denied the chance to testify or participate
• •The DEA declined requests to livestream the hearing, offering only post-event transcripts for public access

by Tom Angell

Idaho Medical Marijuana Ballot Push Faces Hurdles as Signature Disputes Emerge

Idaho’s medical marijuana ballot initiative faces uncertainty after thousands of signatures were rejected for late submission and questions arose over signature gatherer residency, leaving its November

• •Minidoka County rejected roughly 4,000 signatures for late submission on May 1
• •The Natural Medicine Alliance of Idaho claims to have gathered 150,000 signatures statewide
• •Idaho law requires signatures from 6% of voters in at least 18 legislative districts

by Marijuana Moment

Art Masterclass and Breakfast by the Sea on Koh Samui June 30

Join an art masterclass and breakfast by the sea on June 30 at Cape Away Beach Bar. Create your own vibrant interior painting with all materials and guidance included for 1000 THB. Spaces limited

• •Art masterclass and breakfast event on June 30 at 11:00 AM at Cape Away Beach Bar
• •Participants create a 30x40 cm interior painting with all materials provided
• •Fee is 1000 THB, including materials, guidance, and surprises for attendees

Nakadia Spins Underground Techno at Sound Club Samui on July 10

Thailand’s techno queen Nakadia takes over Sound Club Samui on July 10 with a free entry night for ladies and 500 THB entry for men including a drink.

• •Event is at Sound Club Samui on Friday, July 10, 2026, starting at 10:30 PM
• •Nakadia, a top Thai techno DJ, will be performing live
• •Ladies enter free; men pay 500 THB which includes a free drink

Midweek Electronic Beats with TANGEX at Sound Club Chaweng

TANGEX headlines an underground electronic music night at Sound Club this Wednesday. Ladies enter free; men pay 500 THB. Starts 22:30 in Chaweng

• •TANGEX is the headliner DJ at Sound Club in Chaweng on Wednesday, 1 July 2026
• •The event starts at 10:30 PM and features underground electronic music

Neil Thorpe Spins at 79 Beach Club's Ladies Day on June 29

On Monday, June 29, 79 Beach Club & Resort hosts Ladies Day with DJ Neil Thorpe spinning poolside from 1 PM to 4 PM. Ladies enjoy unlimited drinks and a food item for 555 THB

• •Event is on Monday, June 29, 2026, from 1 PM to 4 PM at 79 Beach Club & Resort
• •DJ Neil Thorpe will provide the music by the poolside
• •Ladies can enjoy unlimited drinks and a food item for 555 THB during the event

Saturday Night Dance Party at Sound Club Samui with Live DJs

Sound Club Samui hosts a high-energy dance night on Saturday, 27 June 2026, featuring DJs Ivan Starzev, Miss Evelina, and FunkD. Ladies enter free, guys pay 500 THB with a free drink included

• •Event on Saturday, 27 June 2026 at Sound Club Samui
• •Live DJs Ivan Starzev, Miss Evelina, and FunkD performing
• •Ladies get free entry, men pay 500 THB including one free drink