Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej has made his first public appearance since he was admitted to hospital in Bangkok a month ago. Thai television has shown footage of the 81-year-old Thai king paying respects to his family on the occasion of Chulalongkorn Day. Every year on October 23, Thailand … [Read more...]
King is Recovering Well
October 18, 2009 By
The latest announcement from the Royal Household Bureau concerning the health of King Bhumibol Adulyadej confirms that the Thai monarch is making good progress and is eating and sleeping well. Thailand's king has been is hospital in Bangkok for a month after being admitted suffering from fatigue, … [Read more...]
Thai Stock Market Plummets Amid Concerns Over King’s Health
October 15, 2009 By
Share prices in Thailand have fallen dramatically in the last two days with investors apparently reacting to concerns over the health of the King of Thailand. The value of the baht against the dollar has also dropped as foreign investors react nervously to speculation over the king's condition. Over … [Read more...]
King’s Health Improves
September 27, 2009 By
Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej is reported to be on the way to a full recovery following his admission to hospital in Bangkok last weekend. The King no longer has a fever and blood test results have been normal. Although the condition of the monarch was never deemed to be serious, any news of … [Read more...]
Thai King Admitted to Hospital
September 21, 2009 By
Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej was admitted to hospital in Bangkok at the weekend. The Royal Household Bureau have reported that the 81-year-old monarch is suffering from a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite. His condition does not appear to be serious, but any news of ill health for the king … [Read more...]
The Thai Flag
August 14, 2009 By
Thai people are very patriotic and the Thai national flag can be seen on display just about everywhere in Thailand. It isn't just government buildings that fly the flag because it can be seen on boats, tuk-tuks, roadside stalls, private businesses and private homes. The flags may sometimes be … [Read more...]
National Holiday for Queen’s Birthday
August 12, 2009 By
August 12 is a public holiday in Thailand in honour of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit who celebrates her birthday on this date. Thailand's Queen Sirikit is fondly regarded as the 'mother of the nation' and it is no coincidence that the date also marks Wan Mae (Mother's Day) in Thailand. Queen Sirikit has … [Read more...]
