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Thai opposition faces legal challenge as activists seek life bans

Thai opposition faces a new legal challenge as activists seek life bans. This article explores the potential consequences and impact on politics in Thailand.

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Brickbat: Royal Trouble

An appeals court in Thailand has sentenced democracy activist Mongkol Thirakot to 50 years in prison for Facebook posts he made that were critical of the country's monarchy. A trial court had sentenced him to 28 years, but the appellate court found him guilty on 11 more counts during his…

Reason

Thais among top social media users

Thailand is among global leaders in time spent on social media and number of users of Facebook, YouTube, TikTok and e-commerce, according to a digital report.

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Dissident rock band Bi-2 leave Thailand after Russia deportation fears

Human rights groups had urged Thai government not to deport Russian-Belarusian band, who are now in Israel

The Guardian - UK

'Diplomacy Of Fear': Russia Pressures Exiled Critics

The holding in detention by Thai authorities of an anti-war Russian rock band has exposed how criticising President Vladimir Putin can be fraught with danger even outside the country.

International Business Times

Thailand deports dissident Russian rockers to Israel

Human rights advocates warned against sending Bi-2 to Russia where they could be persecuted for opposing Ukraine war.

Al Jazeera

Dissident Russian rock band deported to Israel

Members of a Russian rock band opposed to the Ukraine war have left Thailand for Israel a week after authorities threatened to deport them to Moscow.

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Dissident Russian Rockers Held In Thailand Fly To Israel

A dissident Russian-Belarusian rock band held in Thailand on immigration charges have left the kingdom to fly to Israel, according to a post Thursday on the group's official Facebook page.

International Business Times

Gleb Kolyadin and Bi-2 bandmates released from Thailand jail

Russian musicians facing threat of deportation to Russia now released from prison and on flight to Israel

Louder

Thai court rules Move Forward party must end bid to reform lese-majesty law

Opposition leader rejects claims party is seeking to cause deterioration of monarchy

The Guardian - UK

Kidambi Srikanth moves to second round of Thailand Masters

NEW DELHI: India shuttler Kidambi Srikanth on Wednesday kicked off his Thailand Masters campaign with a straight-game win over Chinese Taipei's Wang Tzu Wei in Bangkok.

The Times of India

Prominent Thai Activist Convicted of Defaming Monarchy in Landmark Case

A Thai activist is given a suspended jail term for defaming the monarchy, sparking debates over freedom of speech and calls for reform.

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Thai Court Orders End To Royal Insult Law Reform Campaign

Thailand's progressive Move Forward Party, which won most seats at the last election, was Wednesday ordered to stop campaigning to reform the kingdom's tough royal defamation laws, as a top court ruled the policy was unlawful.

International Business Times

Russian rock band critical of Ukraine war faces deportation from Thailand

Bi-2 members, held for performing without permits, have criticised Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and President Putin.

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International Business Times

Thai Court To Rule On Royal Defamation Election Pledge

Thailand's progressive Move Forward Party, which won most seats at the last election, faces a crunch court ruling Wednesday on the legality of its campaign pledge to reform the kingdom's tough royal defamation laws.

The Guardian - UK

Members of Russian anti-war rock band face deportation from Thailand

Bi-2 detained for working without permit after Phuket concert, in latest incident involving anti-war artists in country

Bangkok Post

Russian rock band faces deportation from Thailand

Members of a Russian rock band critical of the war in Ukraine are facing possible deportation home from Thailand after they were arrested in Phuket for working without a permit, officials told Reuters on Monday.

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Thai economy in recession, seeks boost - deputy Finance Minister

The Thai economy is currently facing a recession and requires a boost, according to the Deputy Finance Minister. A closer look at the challenges and potent...

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The Guardian - UK

British Base jumper dies in 29-storey fall in Thailand

Nathy Odinson, 33, had parachute problem after climbing up building in Pattaya and jumping off

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China escalates military pressure on Taiwan amid rising tensions

China increases military pressure on Taiwan with the deployment of warships and jets. US-China talks held in Thailand as tensions escalate.

Louder

Gleb Kolyadin facing threat of deportation back to Russia

Iamthemorning keyboard player Gleb Kolyadin in jail in Thailand facing threat of return to Russia

AAP

Heroin haul hidden inside hammock seized at airport

Seven kilos of heroin have been found hidden inside a hammock by border force officers in the luggage of a Sydney woman who arrived on a flight from Thailand.

Woman & Home

The White Lotus Season 3 is being filmed in these luxe Thailand hotels

The cast of The White Lotus Season 3 have enviable new filming locations

International Business Times

China, US Say Talks In Bangkok 'Candid, Substantive'

China's top diplomat Wang Yi and US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan held "candid, substantive" talks in Thailand's capital Bangkok, focusing on the sensitive issues of Taiwan and the attacks in the Red Sea by Huthi rebels, officials said Saturday.

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US and China representatives to meet in Bangkok for talks

US and Chinese representatives are expected to meet in Bangkok, Thailand to address tensions and maintain strategic communication between the two countries.

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