Thailand video news | E-cigarette crisis in Thailand becomes a national agenda, Thai sex content creator retires and warns fans of impersonation scam
In today’s Thailand news roundup, Jay covers a mix of serious concerns and intriguing developments from across the country. The rising e-cigarette crisis has prompted civil networks to push for national-level action as youth vaping reaches alarming levels. Meanwhile, police in Nakhon Ratchasima took an unconventional approach to law enforcement, posing as delivery riders to arrest drug smugglers in a high-stakes sting operation. In Phuket, a public urination controversy has sparked debate over the lack of public restrooms for tourists, with foreign visitors calling for better facilities. Lastly, a well-known Thai adult content creator has announced her retirement while warning fans about scammers impersonating her online. Stay tuned as these stories unfold.
E-Cigarette Crisis in Thailand Becomes a National Agenda
Civil networks have elevated the e-cigarette issue to a national agenda due to the alarming rise in youth vaping. The matter was discussed in a seminar hosted by the Senate Committee on Social Development, with representatives from the government, private sector, and academia attending. Studies reveal that 43% of primary school students (ages 9-12) have experimented with vaping, with a significant increase among girls. Concerns were raised about nicotine addiction, academic struggles, and mental health effects. Calls for stricter regulations on vape sales continue as the crisis intensifies.
Police Pose as Delivery Riders to Arrest Drug Smugglers in Thailand
In a creative sting operation, Nakhon Ratchasima police disguised themselves as delivery riders to apprehend two drug smugglers trafficking 400,000 methamphetamine pills worth 6 million baht. The suspects, a Thai man and a Lao woman, confessed, citing financial struggles as their motive. The operation raises ethical questions about law enforcement impersonating delivery service employees, a tactic that may not be legal in other countries.
Foreigners Demand More Public Toilets After Phuket Urination Controversy
Public urination in Phuket has sparked debate after images of two foreign men relieving themselves in public went viral. Thai social media users criticized the tourists, while foreigners argued that a lack of public toilets forces such situations. Phuket, a major tourist destination, reportedly has only 100 public restrooms for millions of visitors. Under Thailand’s Public Cleanliness Act, the two individuals face a fine of up to 2,000 baht. The debate continues over whether Thailand should improve facilities or tourists should be more responsible.
Thai Sex Content Creator Retires and Warns Fans of Impersonation Scam
Popular Thai adult content creator “J. Jett” has announced her retirement and warned followers about scammers impersonating her online. Despite starting in the industry with her parents’ awareness, she decided to step away in April 2023. Recently, scammers have been using her name and images to promote fraudulent livestreams. The announcement has disappointed her fanbase but also raised awareness about online identity fraud.
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