Geoff Costley
Thailand
ASIA
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Pitak Siam's protest rally against Yingluck Shinawatra's government saw skirmishing between protesters and security forces in and around Royal Plaza. 20,000 police were mobilised to monitor access and maintain order.
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The 2012 Bangkok Rugby Sevens took place from 26th to 28th October at the Police Stadium, Vibhavadee Rangsit Road. In the men's final New Zealand 4 Nations beat Hong Kong Lions, Srinakharin claiming the Ladies trophy over Thammasat.
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In a spirited rally outside Bangkok’s Government House, around 2,500 temporary nurses protested against job insecurity and over-work.
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Chinatown in Bangkok was host to the beginning of the traditional Vegetarian Festival celebrated from 14th to 24th October 2012. Many Thais, particularly those from Chinese families take part in this annual 10-day event.
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Dramatic sculptures created by art students at Silpakorn University in Nakhon Pathom lie abandoned to the elements in a captivating 'graveyard' which reflects the students' creative inspiration.
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HM Queen Sirikit's generous financial support of residents of Bon Kai community suffering from the riots on nearby Rama IV Road in May 2010, responded loyally by preparing for a great celebration in honour of her 80th birthday.
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A colourful boat pageant and candle parade on the Lad-cha-do canal in the Phak-hai district of Thailand's ancient capital, Ayutthaya, marks one of Buddhism's most sacred days.
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Thailand's Constitutional Court dismisses the five petitions against the Yingluck government's charter amendement bill, claiming no evidence exists to suggest the bill aims to overthrow the constitutional monarchy.
