By Samantha Gilstrap Reporter, Life News Today World Animal Protection reported in a 2026 assessment of Thailand’s captive elephant tourism venues that nearly seven in 10 elephants used in tourism in Thailand were still living in poor or unacceptable conditions, even as more operations marketed themselves as “ethical,” “no riding,” and “rescues.” The group also reported that observation-only experiences have increased over time, though they remained a smaller share of the market compared with...

By Samantha Gilstrap Life News Today Reporter By midmorning in Bangkok, the stretch of road outside the Grand Palace hums with engines, tour groups, and the steady flow of visitors funneled through one of the most visited cities in the world. Thailand processed more than 35 million foreign arrivals last year, and in that volume transportation decisions unfold quickly, often in the narrow space between curb and traffic. A traveler steps toward a tuk tuk, names a destination, hears a number,...

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