Court Grants Redshirt Leader Jatuporn Bail Due to Illness
BANGKOK — The court released Redshirt leader Jatuporn Prompan from prison on a bail Tuesday so he could seek treatment for several illnesses.
More Than Repression, Junta Pulls Cultural Triggers to Rule, Scholar Argues
BANGKOK — More than direct repression, a Chiang Mai scholar says the junta maintains its grip on power by dangling promises of reform, focusing on performance-based metrics and associating itself with the monarchy.
Prayuth to Change Constitution at King’s Request
BANGKOK — Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha Tuesday said His Majesty the King has asked for changes to the constitution approved by the public in August relating to his powers.
Charter Will Be Dropped Feb. 6 Without King’s Endorsement
BANGKOK — The constitution approved by referendum in August will be dropped if His Majesty the King does not endorse it by Feb. 6, Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam said Monday.
Reform Assembly Members Donate 5,000 Baht Each to Aid Flood Relief Efforts
BANGKOK — A junta-appointed reform assembly donated 5,000 baht each out of their 110,000 baht salary to help ongoing floods in the southern region.
Fugitive Dhammakaya Spokesman Allegedly Photographed in France
BANGKOK — Police on Monday were scrambling to confirm whether or not the spokesman of the controversial Dhammakaya movement had managed to slip through police sieges and flee to France as alleged in a viral photo.
Court Denies Bail to Activist Suspect in Lese Majeste Case
KHON KAEN — A Khon Kaen appeals court Friday dismissed a request to free activist Jatupat “Pai” Boonpattararaksa on bail.
Jailed Redshirt Leader Recovering From Kidney Infection
BANGKOK — Jailed Redshirt leader Jatuporn Prompan is expected to fully recover from a kidney infection in the next few days, his fellow activist said Thursday.
No Really, There Will Be Elections This Year, Prawit Says
BANGKOK — Despite the assertions of two junta-appointed lawmakers, general elections will be held this year as promised by the regime, deputy junta chairman Prawit Wongsuwan said Thursday.
Unsurprised (but Annoyed) Politicians, Activists Blame Junta for Elections Delay
BANGKOK — Politicians and activists have denounced any deferment of general elections and warned of a backlash if it happens.
