Govt Turning Junta Leader's Teachings Into Ballad
BANGKOK — The Ministry of Education is producing a ballad for schoolchildren based on the "Twelve Values" bestowed by junta leader and Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha.
No More Coups, Says Coupmaker's Heir
BANGKOK — There will not be another coup in Thailand, promised the new Thai army chief to replace Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha, the leader of the 22 May coup d’etat.
Chiang Mai Royalists File Lese Majeste Against Facebooker
CHIANG MAI — A group of ultra-royalists in Chiang Mai province have urged police to take action against a Facebook user who allegedly insulted the monarchy, a crime punishable by up to 15 years in prison in Thailand.
Muslim Cleric Shot Dead, Authorities Brace For ‘Retaliation’
PATTANI — Authorities in southern Thailand are seeking to distance themselves from the assassination of a Muslim cleric who was shot in the restive province of Pattani last night.
Muslim Cleric Shot Dead, Authorities Brace For 'Retaliation'
PATTANI — Authorities in southern Thailand are seeking to distance themselves from the assassination of a Muslim cleric who was shot in the restive province of Pattani last night.
Junta Appoints More Military Men To NLA
BANGKOK — Thailand’s military junta has appointed 28 new members to the National Legislative Assembly (NLA), more than half of whom are military officers.
World 'Understands' Thai Coup: UN Ambassador
BANGKOK— According to Thailand's ambassador to the United Nations, the international community now "understands" the necessity of the 22 May military coup.
Army To Hold Massive Parade For Prayuth's Retirement
BANGKOK — The Royal Thai Army is planning an extravagant parade for next week to honour junta leader and Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha's retirement as army chief.
NLA Grants Itself Open-Ended Impeachment Power
BANGKOK — The military-dominated National Legislative Assembly has granted itself the authority impeach political office holders, without elaborating on the the scope of the new power or how it will be put to use.
Victim of Pre-Election Gunbattle Dies
BANGKOK — The 72-year-old demonstrator who was paralysed during clashes between pro- and anti-government protesters on the eve of 2 February election passed away today, his family said.
