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A Royal ‘Crisis’ Is Brewing in Thailand After the Collapse of Princess
Princess Bajrakitiyabha’s health crisis has triggered speculation on the future of Thailand’s monarchy amid an increasing anti-royalist public sentiment.
Thailand Accuses Main Opposition Figure of Insulting King Over Vaccine Comments
It’s the highest-profile lese-majeste case yet since a wave of anti-government protests took hold last year.
Thai Woman Sentenced to 43 Years for Defaming Monarchy
Thailand's royal insult laws are some of the toughest in the world.
As Protesters Challenge Monarchy, Thai King Adopts More Approachable Image
Experts say the powerful monarch is taking a friendlier approach in the wake of unprecedented pro-democracy demonstrations.
Thai King Takes Train in Rare Charm Offensive. But Is the PR Campaign Working?
The elusive monarch has been much less elusive in recent weeks as pro-democracy protesters call for reforms to the powerful institution.
Thai King Gave His First Mainstream Media Interview In Years. It Lasted About 30 Seconds.
The doorstop interview was unprecedented as pro-democracy protesters call for the monarchy's powers to be reduced.
Why Thousands of Thai Protesters Are Marching to the German Embassy
The powerful Thai king lives most of the year in Germany, but for the first time his life there is coming under public scrutiny back home.
Thai Activists Accused of Endangering Queen After Protest Near Royal Convoy
Pro-democracy demonstrators have defied bans on large gatherings as protests continue.
Thailand Just Banned Partying and Tourists Are Freaking Out
While locals mourn the loss of their king, tourists are mourning the loss of their booze-fueled vacation.
Thailand Keeps Arresting People for Insulting the King — and His Dog
Lèse majesté sentences have become harsher under military rule, with record sentences of up to 30 years being handed down by military courts.