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The Thaiger is an English-language publication focused on news and everyday life in Thailand, aimed at expats, travelers, and international readers following the country. It covers a wide range of topics—local events, society, business, and policy.

When cannabis makes the news, The Thaiger typically reports on regulatory changes, enforcement and safety incidents, and broader public reactions. This kind of coverage helps track how cannabis policy is implemented and discussed at a practical, day-to-day level.

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The ThaigerMar 25, 2026
Foreign Couple Reported to Police After Trespassing, Swimming, and Smoking Cannabis at Phuket Restaurant

Foreign Couple Reported to Police After Trespassing, Swimming, and Smoking Cannabis at Phuket Restaurant

A foreign couple in Phuket was reported to police after being filmed trespassing, swimming, and consuming cannabis at a local restaurant, sparking concern among business owners and the wider community

  • •A foreign couple trespassed into Grills Nai-Harn restaurant in Rawai, Phuket, and used the pool without permission
  • •The couple was filmed consuming cannabis on the restaurant premises and confronted by staff

by Foreign couple breaks into Phuket restaurant to swim and smoke cannabis

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The ThaigerMar 15, 2026
Israeli Man Arrested in Krabi for Operating Illegal Cannabis Extract Facility

Israeli Man Arrested in Krabi for Operating Illegal Cannabis Extract Facility

Thai authorities arrested an Israeli man in Krabi after raiding an illegal cannabis extract facility, seizing over 29 kilograms of product and assets worth 3 million baht

  • •Police raided a cannabis extract facility in Krabi, Thailand, detaining an Israeli national
  • •Over 29 kilograms of cannabis extract and assets worth more than 3 million baht were confiscated

by Israeli man arrested in Krabi cannabis extract factory raid

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The ThaigerMar 5, 2026
Man in Chachoengsao Detained After Cannabis-Fueled Threats at Roadside Stalls

Man in Chachoengsao Detained After Cannabis-Fueled Threats at Roadside Stalls

A man in Chachoengsao, reportedly high on cannabis, was restrained by locals after threatening people at roadside stalls and demanding cigarettes

  • •Police responded to reports of a man threatening locals while demanding cigarettes in Bang Pakong district
  • •The suspect, Prasert, admitted to being high on cannabis during the incident

by Man high on cannabis threatens and demands cigarettes, gets beaten

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
Man Arrested in Bangkok for Stabbing Motorcycle Taxi Driver Amid Hallucinations

Man Arrested in Bangkok for Stabbing Motorcycle Taxi Driver Amid Hallucinations

A man in Bangkok has been arrested for stabbing a motorcycle taxi driver, driven by hallucinations from cannabis use, highlighting concerns about drug-related violence

  • •Chawin arrested for stabbing motorcycle taxi driver in Bangkok
  • •Incident driven by hallucinations from cannabis use

by Bangkok News

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
Thailand FDA Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Cannabis Products

Thailand FDA Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Cannabis Products

The Thai FDA is intensifying efforts to eliminate illegal cannabis products after a child was hospitalized from consuming cannabis-infused jelly

  • •Thai FDA targets illegal cannabis products after child hospitalization
  • •Over 470 cannabis-infused items seized for lacking permits and labeling
  • •Inspections reveal THC levels above legal limits in imported jellies

by Cannabis News

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
Thailand Launches Nationwide Crackdown on Cannabis-Laced Sweets to Protect Children

Thailand Launches Nationwide Crackdown on Cannabis-Laced Sweets to Protect Children

Thailand has launched a nationwide crackdown on cannabis-infused sweets, threatening shop owners with fines and jail time if products exceed legal THC limits or lack proper labeling

  • •Thai authorities are intensifying inspections of cannabis-infused foods amid rising concerns about youth access
  • •Shop owners face steep fines and prison if caught selling over-strength or unlabeled cannabis products

by Cannabis News

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
Phuket Officials Suspend Seven Cannabis Shops After Regulatory Violations Uncovered

Phuket Officials Suspend Seven Cannabis Shops After Regulatory Violations Uncovered

Phuket authorities suspended seven cannabis shops for regulatory violations, intensifying enforcement efforts as Thailand tightens oversight of its cannabis industry

  • •Seven cannabis shops in Cherng Talay, Phuket were shut down for regulatory breaches
  • •Violations included on-site smoking, missing inventory forms, and illegal advertising

by Phuket News

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
Thai Toddler Hospitalized With Possible Brain Damage After Consuming Cannabis Gummies in Chiang Mai

Thai Toddler Hospitalized With Possible Brain Damage After Consuming Cannabis Gummies in Chiang Mai

A two-year-old girl in Chiang Mai may suffer lasting brain damage after consuming cannabis gummies mistaken for candy, prompting calls for stricter product regulation

  • •A Thai toddler consumed over ten cannabis gummies, mistaking them for sweets, leading to hospitalization and possible long-term brain damage
  • •Medical expenses exceeded 50,000 baht, with insurance not covering costs due to drug ingestion

by Thailand News

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
Thailand Shifts Cannabis Policy to Restrict Use and Tighten Industry Regulations

Thailand Shifts Cannabis Policy to Restrict Use and Tighten Industry Regulations

Thailand has reversed its cannabis liberalization, introducing strict medical-only regulations and intensifying enforcement, with thousands of dispensaries facing closure or transformation into clinics

  • •Thai government ends cannabis liberalization, restricting use to medical purposes only
  • •Authorities intensify crackdowns on illegal cannabis products and sales to minors
  • •High-profile international smuggling cases prompt calls for tighter export controls
  • •New regulations require dispensaries to become medical clinics with on-site doctors

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
Thai Cannabis Vendor Accuses Police of Assault and Extortion on Motorway

Thai Cannabis Vendor Accuses Police of Assault and Extortion on Motorway

A young cannabis vendor in Thailand has accused highway officers of assault and extortion during a late-night stop, sparking public outrage and calls for reform

  • •Cannabis vendor accuses Thai police of assault and extortion
  • •Incident occurred on Motorway 7, vendor lost 31,350 baht
  • •Bang Lamung Police have launched an investigation
  • •Public outrage and calls for police reform are growing

by Pattaya News

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
British Man Receives 3.5-Year Sentence in Ireland for Importing Thai Cannabis Worth €500,000

British Man Receives 3.5-Year Sentence in Ireland for Importing Thai Cannabis Worth €500,000

A British man was sentenced to three and a half years in an Irish prison after admitting to importing nearly €500,000 worth of cannabis from Thailand

  • •Jamie Kearns, 22, was caught at Dublin Airport with 24.5kg of cannabis from Thailand
  • •Kearns pleaded guilty and received a 3.5-year sentence, despite a typical 10-year mandatory minimum

by Crime News

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
Foreign Tourist in Phuket Collapses After Consuming Cannabis Snack, Prompting Calls for Stricter Edible Controls

Foreign Tourist in Phuket Collapses After Consuming Cannabis Snack, Prompting Calls for Stricter Edible Controls

A foreign woman collapsed on Phuket's Bangla Road after ingesting a cannabis snack, reigniting calls for tighter regulations on edible cannabis products in Thailand

  • •A foreign tourist collapsed in Phuket after consuming a cannabis-infused snack
  • •Rescue workers were prevented from assisting by the woman's companion

by Phuket News

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The ThaigerDec 18, 2025
Bangkok Police Seize 1,685 Cannabis Plants in Major Warehouse Raid

Bangkok Police Seize 1,685 Cannabis Plants in Major Warehouse Raid

Bangkok police arrested three Vietnamese men and seized 1,685 cannabis plants in a warehouse raid, underscoring persistent illegal cultivation despite Thailand's regulatory reforms

  • •Police seized 1,685 cannabis plants and arrested three Vietnamese nationals in Bang Khun Thian district, Bangkok
  • •The warehouse operation had an estimated value of 1.7 million baht and yielded approximately 168 kilograms of dried cannabis
  • •Suspects were charged under Thai law prohibiting unlicensed commercial cannabis activities, facing up to one year in prison and a 20,000 baht fine

by Bangkok News

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The ThaigerSep 30, 2025
Thailand's Bhumjaithai Party Prioritizes Drug Crisis Over Cannabis Reform

Thailand's Bhumjaithai Party Prioritizes Drug Crisis Over Cannabis Reform

Thailand's Bhumjaithai Party shifts focus from cannabis reform to tackling the drug crisis, prioritizing an integrated approach involving multiple government sectors

  • •Bhumjaithai Party prioritizes drug crisis over cannabis reform
  • •Deputy PM Sophon Saram calls for integrated approach to tackle drugs

by Cannabis U-turn: Bhumjaithai vows drug war in 4 months

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The ThaigerSep 27, 2025
Police Investigate Mysterious Cannabis Dump in Udon Thani

Police Investigate Mysterious Cannabis Dump in Udon Thani

Villagers in Udon Thani were alarmed when they found 16 bags of cannabis outside a home, prompting a police investigation into the source and legality of the stash

  • •16 bags of cannabis found outside a home in Udon Thani
  • •Police investigating the origin and legality of the cannabis
  • •Packaging marked with a commercial sticker from Tue Joi Store

by Bags of cannabis dumped outside Udon Thani home baffle locals

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The ThaigerSep 17, 2025
Japanese Teens Arrested for Smuggling Cannabis from Thailand in Curry Packets

Japanese Teens Arrested for Smuggling Cannabis from Thailand in Curry Packets

Two Japanese teenagers were arrested for attempting to smuggle 14 kilograms of cannabis extract disguised in instant curry packets from Thailand to Japan

  • •Two Japanese teens arrested at Fukuoka Airport with 14kg of cannabis extract
  • •Drugs were concealed in instant curry packets, highlighting unique smuggling methods
  • •Suspects confessed to smuggling for compensation; investigation into larger network ongoing

by Japanese teens caught smuggling cannabis from Thailand to Japan

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The ThaigerSep 10, 2025
Hong Kong Customs Seize 6kg of Cannabis from Thailand Flight, Passenger Arrested

Hong Kong Customs Seize 6kg of Cannabis from Thailand Flight, Passenger Arrested

Hong Kong Customs officials have seized 6 kilograms of cannabis from a Bangkok flight, leading to the arrest of a 23-year-old woman on drug trafficking charges

  • •Hong Kong Customs seized 6kg of cannabis from a Bangkok flight
  • •The cannabis was valued at approximately HK$1.3 million
  • •A 23-year-old woman was arrested and faces trafficking charges
  • •The case will be heard in West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts

by Hong Kong Customs seize 6kg of cannabis from Thailand flight

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The ThaigerSep 3, 2025
Chon Buri Cannabis Shop Raid Reveals Illicit Drug Sales and E-Cigarettes

Chon Buri Cannabis Shop Raid Reveals Illicit Drug Sales and E-Cigarettes

A cannabis shop in Chon Buri was raided, revealing illegal drug sales and e-cigarettes, raising concerns about ongoing regulatory challenges

  • •Chon Buri cannabis shop raid uncovers illegal drugs and e-cigarettes
  • •Authorities seized 20 kg of cannabis, Tramadol, and untaxed cigarettes
  • •Raid followed complaints about illegal sales of cough syrup and Tramadol

by Chon Buri cannabis shop raid uncovers illegal drugs and items

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The ThaigerAug 26, 2025
Scottish Woman Avoids Jail After Attempted Cannabis Smuggling from Thailand

Scottish Woman Avoids Jail After Attempted Cannabis Smuggling from Thailand

A Scottish woman narrowly avoided jail after being caught with over 30 kilograms of cannabis smuggled from Thailand, highlighting vulnerabilities exploited by drug networks

  • •Kiala Wyles caught with over 30 kg of cannabis at Manchester Airport
  • •Wyles promised £10,000 for smuggling drugs from Thailand

by Scottish drug mule with cannabis haul from Thailand dodges jail

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The ThaigerAug 8, 2025
Bangkok Police Raid Uncovers Cannabis Snack Operation in Toilet-Based Lab

Bangkok Police Raid Uncovers Cannabis Snack Operation in Toilet-Based Lab

Bangkok police have dismantled an illegal cannabis snack operation using toilets as mixing stations, following a toddler's hospitalization from consuming a cannabis jelly

  • •Bangkok police raided a cannabis snack lab using toilets for mixing
  • •A toddler's hospitalization prompted the police investigation

by Toilet drug kitchen busted in Bangkok cannabis snack raid

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The ThaigerJul 26, 2025
Phuket MP Warns Cannabis Aroma Could Deter Tourists

Phuket MP Warns Cannabis Aroma Could Deter Tourists

Phuket MP Chalermpong Saengdee warns that the smell of cannabis on beaches is driving away affluent tourists, urging for stricter regulations and a reevaluation of visa policies

  • •Phuket MP warns cannabis smell deters tourists
  • •Lack of regulation turning beaches into no-go zones
  • •Visa-free policy criticized for attracting 'grey tourists'
  • •Calls for tighter cannabis laws and migration control

by Weed stench driving tourists away, claims Phuket MP

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