Junta Embarks On 'Happiness' Project
BANGKOK — In an effort to "return happiness" to Thai society after months of political unrest, the military junta is organizing road cleanups, army-band concerts, and free haircuts for the people.
Authorities Silent on Abducted Anti-Coup Protester
BANGKOK — Few details have emerged about the anti-coup protester who was abducted in plain view yesterday.
Thai Junta Deploys Troops to Block Anti-Coup Rallies (DPA)
By Somchai Kwankijswet and Peter Janssen
Yingluck Thanks Supporters
BANGKOK — Former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra made her first public announcement since the 22 May coup d’état in a Facebook post this morning.
Activists Stage 'Read-In' Protest To Circumvent Ban On Rallies
BANGKOK - Barred from organising rallies by the military, a group of anti-coup activists staged a silent "read-in" protest in central Bangkok this evening.
Fugitive Activist To Announce Surprise Protest Site
BANGKOK — A fugitive anti-coup activist is urging supporters to prepare for a cat-and-mouse chase with security forces in a major protest planned for Sunday.
Junta Promises Election After Year of 'Reconciliation' and 'Reform'
BANGKOK — Thailand will not see an election for at least a year, says the head of the military junta, Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha.
Thai Junta Leader Says Elections in 14 Months
by Cod Satrusayang (DPA)
Protesters Struggle To Find Space Amid Military Lockdown
BANGKOK — A week after seizing control of the country, Thailand’s military junta has begun sealing off the rally site of Bangkok’s burgeoning anti-coup movement, forcing activists to seek new spaces to voice their defiance.
Redshirt Flags Taken Down from Chiang Mai Temple
CHIANG MAI — As part of the military's ongoing effort to de-politicize Thai society, security forces in Chiang Mai province have taken down flags affiliated with the Redshirt political movement that used to adorn Wat Sri Boon Reung Temple.
