Thaksin’s parole exit: Thailand’s former PM Thaksin Shinawatra was released from Bangkok’s Klong Prem Central Prison after eight months, greeted by hundreds of supporters outside, but his freedom comes with conditions including an electronic monitoring bracelet and ongoing legal pressure. Public health watch: Thailand says it has found no hantavirus cases after WHO alerts tied to a cruise ship outbreak, while stepping up screening at checkpoints and monitoring travellers. Cannabis controls: The Public Health Ministry denies any “free cannabis” plan and says tighter rules are coming as a Cannabis and Hemp bill moves through consultation. Security probe in Pattaya: Police say they’re not ruling out terrorism or sabotage in a weapons-and-explosives case involving a Chinese suspect, as they trace networks and financial links. Health research signal: A new study flags several drugs with disproportionately reported uveitis risk, including strong signals for cidofovir and rifabutin. Economy pressure: Commentary warns Thailand’s “shock cushion” is thinning after repeated crises, with household debt and structural issues now central to recovery.