Political activist Panupong “Mike Rayong” Jadnok has fled to New Zealand
Sometimes the road to freedom is paved with difficult choices. Panupong “Mike Rayong” Jadnok, a young political activist from Thailand, had to walk that road when he decided to leave his country for a future with more freedom and security. In an emotional letter, he shares his thoughts on this difficult decision, the pain of saying goodbye, and his hopes for a better future.
Extra security measures at criminal court for Thaksin Shinawatra case due to Lèse Majesté charges
Today, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra appears for his first hearing in the case involving lèse majesté and computer crimes. Due to the increased media attention, the court is deploying additional law enforcement officers to maintain order. Thaksin was previously released on bail, but is not allowed to leave the country without court permission. The business continues to operate under strict security measures.
News from Thailand – December 12, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Mysterious metal fragments found in Si Sa Ket
• Refresher schools receive a tax assessment
• Ministers and military know nothing about CIA torture
News from Thailand – August 17, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Klity Creek lead contamination still unaddressed
• Martial law will remain in effect for the time being
• Bangkok Post speculates about new cabinet
News from Thailand – August 9, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Chairman of emergency parliament has two hats (actually four)
• Boy (13) died after being abused by his father
• 41 percent of Thais want to retain the death penalty
The clock runs forward and not backward
A deafening silence surrounds those who ignored the military's orders. Activists and academics have fled or been forced to remain silent. Some are determined to speak out in the name of justice. Spectrum, the Sunday supplement of the Bangkok Post, lets a few speak.
News from Thailand – July 24, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Human Rights Watch: No happiness, junta forces smiles
• Phitsanulok is heading for a major drought next year
• Wildlife corridor above and below highway in world heritage forest
News from Thailand – July 12, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Protest lottery ticket and street vendors against forced relocation
• Thaksin celebrates his 65th birthday in Paris
• Elephant Khlao (50) poisoned; tusks sawed off
Jakrapob: Bring on your evidence!
Jakrapob Penkair, the fugitive ex-minister accused of lèse-majesté, challenges the junta to produce proof that he has something to do with the weapons found. The accusation is fiction, he says from an unknown whereabouts.
News from Thailand – April 30, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Deadly trap police cadets due to sloppy repair
• Minister wants fewer soldiers in Bangkok
• Construction workers are increasingly reaching for the bottle
News from Thailand – April 24, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Rienthong: No armed witch hunt against anti-monarchists
• Missing Karen activist still missing
• Refugee monk returns to Thailand after 20 years
Founder RCO: Your violence will be answered with violence
The new Rubbish Collection Organisation, which has declared war on anti-monarchists, warns it will repay attacks on its supporters in kind. The organization now has 300 people in its sights who are suspected of an anti-monarchic attitude.
Witch hunt threatens against people who insult the monarchy
The creation of the Rubbish Collection Organization (RCO) could lead to a witch hunt ending in a repeat of the 1976 Thammasat University massacre, Human Rights Watch (HRW) warns.
Today in News from Thailand:
• Action leader Suthep: Tomorrow 'decisive blow' against government Yingluck
• Electoral Council studies suggestions for re-election
• Government House hermetically sealed to government
News from Thailand – October 31, 2013
Today in News from Thailand:
• Local residents are tired of rubber farmers' road blockade Prachuap Khiri Khan
• 200 minivans blocking Phahon Yothin
• State Secretary for Finance: VAT will not go to 8 percent
News from Thailand – July 22, 2013
News from Thailand brings today:
• Controversial Kaeng Sua Ten dam will not be built
• World Peace (fake) University shuts down
• Romantic Brits are welcome in Thailand
News from Thailand – July 6, 2013
Today in News from Thailand:
• Top official Supa on corruption: I was misquoted
• Fuss about 'ice cream gang'
• Textile Museum expanded with Activity Studio
News from Thailand – March 21, 2013
Today in News from Thailand:
• Police chief investigates discussion program about monarchy
• Legislation against child pornography must be stricter
• Columnist: The worst enemy of tourism is Thailand itself
News from Thailand – March 20, 2013
Today in News from Thailand:
• Underground metro escalators do not roll for 3 months outside rush hours
• Grow organic rice collapses due to mortgage system
• Prime Minister Yingluck's political career hangs by a thread
10 years in prison for insulting Thai king (video)
A prominent Thai activist and journalist has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for insulting Thailand's royal family.
King Bhumibol pardons American
Thailand's King Bhumibol has pardoned an American convicted of lèse majesté. This has been announced by the US Embassy in Thailand.
'Uncle SMS' dies in prison hospital
Ampon Tangnoppakhun, aka Uncle SMS or Ah Kong, passed away a prison hospital on Tuesday morning. The cause of death is still unclear. Ampon was sentenced to 20 years in prison for lèse majeste.