As Advertising Goes Dark, Industry’s Bad Year Turns Worse
BANGKOK — On the BTS Skytrain, normally loud advertisements have gone silent ever since the death of His Majesty the King, replaced on all screens with a poem dedicated to mourning his death.
Entertainment Behind Closed Doors Okay, Gov’t Clarifies
BANGKOK — Officials have clarified that entertainment in the private sector is free to continue if it takes place behind closed doors.
Black Ribbons Emerge as Alternative Way to Mourn King Bhumibol
BANGKOK — The government on Sunday announced that wearing a small black ribbon is an acceptable way to mourn His Majesty the Late King in lieu of black clothing.
Govt Deplores Foreign Media Coverage, BBC Coverage Blocked
BANGKOK — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement Saturday night “deploring” foreign media who allegedly misreported the number of Thais gathered to...
Phang Nga Mob Enraged by Alleged Royal Defamation Post
Phang Nga — Hundreds of people gathered Saturday night in front of a roti store raged by a Facebook post which allegedly defamed the monarchy demanding the shop owner’s son to apologize.
What We Can Expect For King Bhumibol’s Funeral Rites (Updated)
BANGKOK — For the first time in 70 years, Thailand will witness a funeral for a king, an elaborate ceremony that usually lasts for a year.
Mourning the King With Respect to Our Diversity
Millions are mourning the passing of His Majesty the King, Bhumibol Adulyadej. As we transition into a new era, let’s recall mourning is about love and empathy as much as it is grief. It should not be about intolerance, coercion and excess.
Roads to Avoid As Bangkok Flocks to Buy Black (Photos)
BANGKOK — Traffic police Saturday recommended avoiding roads toward the Bo Bae and Pratunam markets as throngs of shoppers flocked there to purchase black...
Photos of Faltering But Dedicated Royal Procession Guard Go Viral
BANGKOK — Photos of a naval officer nearly fainting as he stood guard near the motorcade carrying His Majesty the Late King’s body Friday evening have gone viral on social media, drawing praise for his perseverance.
Phuket Mob Demands Arrest of Man For Alleged Royal Defamation
PHUKET — Roads were closed for hours Friday night after an angry mob gathered in front of a soy milk store in Phuket city demanding the shop owner’s son be arrested for allegedly insulting the royal family.
