Thai-Cambodian Flame War Erupts Over Traditional Dance. Both Are Wrong.
In a drama of epic proportions, Thailand and Cambodia are feuding once again after simultaneously claiming ownership of the traditional elaborate masked dance known as Khon in Thailand and Khol in Cambodia.
No Thais Can Monitor Vote Because Law Didn’t Say They Can, Commission Reasons
By Pravit Rojanaphruk
Senior Staff Writer
BANGKOK — A veteran election observer and Redshirt leader were disappointed yesterday by the Election Commission’s insistence that no Thais could be granted election observer accreditation because the recent referendum law did not expressly permit it.
‘Vote No’ Bloc Accuses ‘Don’t Vote’ Crowd of Being Junta Shills
BANGKOK — While it’s illegal to urge anyone to vote no or vote yes in the upcoming referendum, calls for an alternative – just don’t vote – are worrying to charter critics, who fear it will split the opposition.
Junta’s Lifting of Travel Ban May Not Be Universal, Say Rights Lawyers
BANGKOK — The junta’s lifting of the travel ban against critics does not apply to all. Critics who signed papers agreeing to seek the junta’s prior permission are excluded from the lifting of the ban, according to Thai Lawyers for Human Rights.
Their Visibility Belies Scorn, Harm Transgender Thais Face
BANGKOK — The most dangerous place in high school for Jetsada Taesombat was the boys' bathroom. Her makeup, her lipstick, her accessories became signals to fellow students who targeted her with cruel jokes, insults and physical abuse. But Jetsada refused to hide her transgender identity.
Thailand to Welcome New Digital Ministry
Thailand will soon welcome its first new ministry in a decade as the National Legislative Assembly Friday approved the formation of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society.
In Singapore, Prayuth Defends Social Media Crackdown
SINGAPORE — Junta leader Prayuth Chan-ocha today defended his government's increasing crackdown on social media dissidents, while promising to restore democracy which he suspended in a coup two years ago.
Parents of Facebookers Petition King For Children’s Release
BANGKOK — Parents of two Facebookers charged with defaming the monarchy went to the Grand Palace today to petition His Majesty the King to...
King Monitored for Irregular Heart Activity
BANGKOK — King Bhumibol Adulyadej is being closely monitored for irregular function of his heart muscles, the Royal Household Bureau announced last night.
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Banned From Politics, Yingluck Goes on Tour (Photos)
BUENG KAN — As ousted prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra made her way through a line of fans, some cried, others screamed and a few embraced her.
