A government source has told The Japan Times that the government is making legal preparations to pave the way for Emperor Akihito’s potential abdication in 2018.
The government is responding to the Emperor’s concerns that his age could stop him from fulfilling his role as symbol of the state. He has indicated in a nation wide video message in August that 2018 will also mark a reign of…
Prince Turki bin Saud al-Kabir, a member of the Royal Family of Saudi Arabia, has been executed for his role in a murder. Though the exact means of execution has not been revealed, most convicted people in Saudi Arabia are beheaded with a sword.
He was put to death in the…
The last King of Rwanda, Kigeli V, who was driven into exile after the 1959 Hutu revolution, has died in the United States at the age of 80.
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The former monarch, who had been living in exile in the US, was overthrown as…
When the King of Thailand died the people gathered in mourning and condolences were submitted from around the world. Now that the shock has subsided, what is in store for the future of Thailand. Several media sources now claims that Thailand is in a particularly vulnerable situation, and several speculates that the King’s death can result in violence and unrest. Could it really…
Thousands of mourners line the streets as body of King Bhumibol is moved to Palace
14th October 2016
The streets of Bangkok have been lined with thousands of mourners as the body of King Bhumibol, who died on Thursday, is transferred from hospital to the royal palace.
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Thailand’s government have declared a year of official mourning following…
Tourists warned to "be respectful" and wear sombre clothes after death of King Bhumibol
14th October 2016
Tourists in Thailand have been warned to be ‘respectful’ following the death of King Bhumibol who reigned over the country for 70 years.
The country has started a year of mourning to commemorate the King, who was the world’s longest reigning monarch.
All…
President Obama offers condolences to the people of Thailand following death of King Bhumibol
13th October 2016
The death of His Majesty, King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand doesn’t come as a surprise to the world. After suffering ill health for over a year, the longest-reigning monarch passed away, leaving this distinct title for Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II to claim.
World’s leaders and Monarchs are flooding the Thai people with their condolences and compassion. One such leader is the…
Queen Elizabeth II becomes world's longest reigning living monarch following Thai King's death
13th October 2016
Queen Elizabeth II is now the world’s longest reigning living monarch following the death of Thailand’s King Bhumibol on Thursday.
The King, who was 88-years-old when he died, had been on the throne for 70 years.
Her Majesty The Queen, who now holds the accolade of…
King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand, who was also known as King Rama IX, has died today at the age of 88, the according to senior palace sources. An official announcement of the monarch’s death is expected to be announced imminently. King Bhumibol was the longest…
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The royal succession in Thailand will be smooth when the King of Thailand dies, Palace observers say, but discussing the topic is highly taboo, due to the strict lèse-majesté laws in Thailand. Now that the health of their much loved King Bhumibol is quickly…
