Thailand's king, Maha Vajiralongkorn on Saturday (Jul 20) marked Asanha Bucha Day or the day when Gautam Buddha gave his first sermon, by a ceremonial gesture. The king bestowed upon his subjects a hand-drawn illustration depicting Buddha's first sermon, the "Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta".

Thailand king honours Asanha Bucha day with hand-drawn image of Buddha's Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha who collapsed due to a heart problem three weeks ago remains unconscious. Bajrakitiyabha (44), who is the potential heir to the throne, lost consciousness on December 15 due to severe heart arrhythmia resulting from inflammation following a mycoplasma infection, a statement issued by the palace stated on Saturday.

Thai princess who collapsed three weeks ago remains unconscious

Police in Thailand fired water cannon and teargas at protesters injuring at least 18 people as anti-government demonstrations continued in the country's capital Bangkok.

Thai police fires water cannon, tear gas at protesters near Parliament

Thai authorities on Tuesday ordered the closure of a news outlet connected to exiled former premier Thaksin Shinawatra as anti-government protests continued in the country.

Thai government shuts news site linked to ex-PM amid protests

Thailand's king has officially reinstated his mistress Sineenatra Wongvajirabhakdi as his royal consort after releasing her from jail to rejoin his harem. The restoration of Sineenatra Wongvajirabhakdi to the good graces of King Maha Vajiralongkorn was confirmed by an official announcement.