Thailand News - UK Expat Arrested for Abusing Teen | Alcohol Sales Ban | Songkran 2024

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UNESCO certifies Songkran as part of humanity’s intangible cultural heritage
UNESCO has officially recognized Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year festival, by issuing a certificate that designates it as part of humanity's intangible cultural heritage.
Source - Thai PBS World

Thais among top social media users
Thailand is among the global leaders in time spent on social media and a number of users of Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and e-commerce, according to a digital report.
Source - The Nation Thailand

Thai PM seeking Plan B as govt waits for NACC advice on digital wallet scheme
Source - The Bangkok Post

Govt may cut alcohol sale ban
The Thai government is considering lifting the ban on alcohol sales between 2 pm and 5 pm to support its tourism promotion policy. Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew plans to discuss the proposal from the Thai Alcohol Beverage Business Association (Tabba) with the government's alcoholic beverage control committee. 
Source - The Bangkok Post

British teacher arrested for indecent acts on Phuket international student
Immigration officers in Nong Hoi Subdistrict, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai Province, Northern Thailand, apprehended Mr. Tyler, 38, a British suspect of taking a minor for sexual activity ten years ago. They handed him over to the investigating officer at Chalong Police Station, Phuket Province, Southern Thailand.
Source - The Phuket News
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