Dream On? Activists Want Gov’t to Sanction Myanmar Coup Leaders
BANGKOK — A group of pro-democracy activists on Thursday urged the opposition parties to push for sanctions of the military junta in Myanmar.
Cambodian Officials ‘Dragging Feet’ on Wanchalearm Abduction
BANGKOK — The sister of a Thai activist who disappeared in an apparent abduction in Cambodia said local law enforcement agencies were paying no importance to the case.
Vaccine Debate: New 112 Complaint Filed Against Thanathorn
BANGKOK — A hardline royalist group leader on Thursday filed yet another royal defamation complaint against opposition politician Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit for questioning transparency in the COVID-19 vaccine program.
2010 Crackdown: Mother of Slain Medic Says Justice Hinges on Next Gov’t
BANGKOK — The mother of a medic volunteer shot dead by soldiers during a crackdown on protesters in 2010 said on Monday she has lost all hope for justice under the current military-backed government.
Myanmar Celeb ‘Paing Takhon’ Condemns Coup
BANGKOK — One of Myanmar’s most popular celebrities lashed out at the military takeover in his country on Tuesday.
Riot Police Attack, Disperse Protesters at Myanmar Embassy
BANGKOK — Companies of police in full riot gear on Monday dispersed protesters who were gathering in front of the Myanmar Embassy to denounce the military takeover in Myanmar.
Protest Against Myanmar Coup Called in Bangkok
BANGKOK — A pro-democracy activist group on Monday called for a protest to denounce a military takeover in Myanmar.
Move Forward MP Breaks Ranks, Won’t Support Lese Majeste Reform
BANGKOK — An opposition party’s bid to amend the harsh royal defamation law already hit a snag when one of its MPs publicly said he would not support the move.
Parody or Coincidence? Activist Photoshoot Divides Opinions
BANGKOK — Parody is in the eye of the beholder.
Lawyers Council to Probe Arnon for ‘Inciting Hatred’ Against King
BANGKOK — The national bar association on Thursday defended its decision to set up an investigation into whether one of its members, attorney and pro-democracy activist Arnon Nampha, has breached its code of conduct.
