enlarge A firework display lights up the sky over Sanam Luang last night after caretaker Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra led a candlelight vigil in tribute to His Majesty the King.
Today's Highlight
King of Hearts
"Unity provides the basis for all Thais to preserve and increase long-term prosperity in the country. If Thais uphold these ethics, they will ensure
Thailand stands firm." His Majesty the King
'Militant' shot dead in Yala
A suspected militant was found dead in southernmost Yala province's Yaha district, a day after a clash between police and an armed group, police said yesterday.
Religious ceremony conducted at throne hall
His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej yesterday commemorated the 60th anniversary of his accession to the throne by presiding over a royal and religious ceremony at the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall to pay homage to the great Siamese kings of the past.
Crowd gathers for audience
Thais from all over the country gathered outside the Royal Plaza and along Rajdamnoen Avenue yesterday with one goal, to express their best wishes and gratitude to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on the 60th anniversary of his accession to the throne.
Veteran Lu takes his appointed place
[GOLF] Taiwan's Lu Wen Teh finally found the form that earned him the trophy last year, carding an aggregate six-under 136 to dominate day two of the US$300,000 (Bt11.5 million) Bangkok Airways Open at the Santiburi Country Club.