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A year of tears
Life, Published on 13/10/2017
» One year ago today, Thailand lost a great king, the moral and spiritual centre of the entire nation. Upon hearing the news, people sobbed on the bus, wept on the train, cried in the office. It's one of those rare moments in life that affected all of us in such a way that we remember exactly where we were and how we felt when the reality of what happened set in. One year on, we ask dozens of people from all walks of life about how they remember that fateful day.
Understanding a country's grief
Life, Published on 19/10/2016
» Since the death of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej last Thursday, a shockwave of emotional distress has been felt across Thailand. As the country observes a period of mourning, emotions continue to resonate.
Nation in yellow to celebrate King's reign
Online Reporters, Published on 09/06/2016
» Thais across the country wore yellow on Thursday to celebrate the day His Majesty the King ascended to the throne 70 years ago.
'Bike for Dad' aims to go international
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 22/10/2015
» The "Bike for Dad" cycling event in December is set to expand overseas as Thais worldwide are invited to ride bicycles in their countries of residence to show gratitude to His Majesty the King.
Royal motorcade: To Klai Kangwon Palace in Hua Hin (Update 2)
Jon Fernquest, Published on 01/08/2013
» Tens of thousands of well-wishers expected line route to get glimpse of King and Queen on their way to Hua Hin palace.
King to meet Obama, UK Queen meets Thai PM
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 14/11/2012
» It has been officially announced that US President Barack Obama will be granted an audience with His Majesty the King on Sunday while in London Queen Elizabeth II granted an audience to the Thai PM. Reuters photo
His Majesty the King's seventh-cycle birthday
Published on 05/12/2011
» Hundreds of thousands of well-wishers are expected to converge at Siriraj Hospital, Sanam Luang and the Grand Palace to show their love and respect for the King. The celebrations will run for a week.
Challenges ahead
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 08/08/2011
» Bangkok Post reporter Nattaya Chetchotiros details some of the main challenges facing Yingluck Shinawatra when she becomes prime minister later today.