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1932 Revolt Plaque Removal Greeted With Mixed Reactions

BANGKOK — Social media users on Friday reacted differently as they learned that one of the kingdom’s few historical relics of the 1932 Revolution – which marked the end of the country’s absolute monarchy – had been mysteriously removed with no one claiming responsibility.

1932 Democratic Revolution Plaque Removed

BANGKOK — One of the nation's few remaining acknowledgments to the birth of its democracy disappeared Friday.

NBTC Orders Spring Radio Off Air For Five Days

BANGKOK — Broadcasting authorities on Wednesday ordered Spring News TV’s radio channel shut for five days after receiving complaints that it had aired inappropriate content.

Miss the Good Ole Days? Songkran Was Wild Then Too

A common complaint about Thai New Year festival is that “Songkran has lost its meaning." But it’s fair to say Songkran has always lost – and found – its meaning.

Silom Songkran (Supposed to) End Early

BANGKOK — The Songkran party at one of Bangkok’s most-popular spots for watery warfare must come to an end at 8pm, City Hall said Tuesday.
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‘Mowgli’ Man of Bangkok Takes Urban Jungle Too Literally (Video)

BANGKOK — A naked man who rushed across a busy road Sunday in Chatuchak district, leaping onto cars and rubbing up against windows was sent to a mental hospital Monday.

Thailand’s Sakuras Bloom at Chatuchak Park (Photos)

BANGKOK — Bangkokians on Sunday seized their last chance to enjoy Thailand’s sakura flowers painted Chatuchak park pink.

Stormy Songkran Set to Hit Bangkok

BANGKOK — Revelers this Songkran can expect to be splashed both by partygoers and Mother Nature herself.

Largest Public Library in Bangkok Opens (Photos)

BANGKOK — A three-story library opened its doors in Bangkok’s old town Friday with tens of thousands of books and a lending service expected to launch in three weeks.

Friends of Chao Phraya Explain Why They Hate ‘Highway on the River’

BANGKOK — Professionals, business owners, activists and others who consider themselves friends of the Chao Phraya River united Wednesday to call for the military...

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