Light of Morning Dispels Romance of Loy Krathong
BANGKOK — Although it was the first full-blown Loy Krathong celebration in two years, the morning-after waste in Bangkok did not increase much from last year.
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Former Russian Consul Charged With Forging Thai Visas
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Indian Island Police Struggle to Get Body of American Killed by Tribesmen
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Car Strikes Children Outside China School, Kills 5 People
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US Police Say Woman Was Killed for Refusing Sex
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Dispute Between Seoul, Tokyo Over WWII Brothels Explained
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Dolce&Gabbana Show Canceled in China Over Racial Slurs
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Nation Gears Up for Full-Blown Loy Krathong (Photos)
BANGKOK — After a two year hiatus, the river lantern festival of Loy Krathong is making a comeback in its blazing glory this evening.
