Student Activist Decries University's 'Silencing' of 1976 Massacre
BANGKOK — A leading student activist has denounced Thammasat University's effort to "erase" the student massacre that took place on its campus 38 years ago.
HM King's Gallbladder Removed, Palace Says
BANGKOK — Surgeons removed the King of Thailand's gallbladder last night, two days after the 86-year-old monarch was rushed to the hospital with a high fever, the palace said in a statement this morning.
1976 Student Massacre Remembered in 'Politics-free' Commemoration
BANGKOK — Survivors and relatives of the victims of the October 1976 student massacre gathered at Thammasat University today to quietly mark its 38th anniversary, under orders from the university's administrators to refrain from any political discussion.
Thai Junta Leader Says His Teachings ‘Compatible’ With All Religions
BANGKOK — Junta leader and Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha has encouraged Thais of all different faiths to embrace his teachings, which he has spelled out in a list of "Twelve Values."
'High Fever' Prompts HM King To Return To Hospital
BANGKOK — The King of Thailand returned to Siriraj Hospital in Bangkok last night to treat a high fever, blood infection, and low blood pressure, the Bureau of Royal Household said in a statement today.
Junta To Reward Police For Koh Tao Murders Arrests
BANGKOK — Junta leader and Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha says Thai police will be rewarded for arresting two Burmese workers accused of murdering two British tourists in southern Thailand last month.
Troops To ‘Create Understanding’ With Bangkokians
BANGKOK — The army is planning to dispatch over 300 soldiers to help Bangkokians "correctly" understand the political situation in Thailand.
Thailand Intensifies Sanctions On North Korea
BANGKOK — Thailand's military government has approved tougher sanctions on North Korea in accordance with a United Nations resolution.
Thai Students Rally At Chinese Embassy In Support of HK Protests
BANGKOK — A group of Thai student activists gathered in front of the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok to show their solidarity with the ongoing pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.
2010 Unrest: Japan Again Demands Answer Over Reporter's Death
BANGKOK — The Embassy of Japan in Thailand is still seeking answers from Thai authorities over the killing of a Japanese reporter during the 2010 political unrest in Bangkok.
