Word: adulyadej
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...Underlying the entire situation is the frail health of Thailand's beloved King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Now 80 years old, the world's longest-reigning monarch is viewed by many Thais as the adjudicator of last resort, even though the King forswears any involvement in day-to-day politics. No one is quite certain what will happen when he is no longer there to provide moral guidance for the nation. Complicating matters further is the military, which has shown a historical disregard for attempts to nurture Thai democracy. Now, with the army empowered to control security in Bangkok because of Samak...
...work from the selfless positions and long-term vision of a monk (and doctor of philosophy). It's easy to forget that the Dalai Lama is by now the most seasoned ruler on the planet, having led his people for 68 years-longer than Queen Elizabeth II, King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand or even Fidel Castro...
...urban middle class, who chafed under his increasingly authoritarian rule, the generals stepped in. Bangkok residents, euphoric at Thaksin's demise, showered the soldiers with praise and flowers. The military claimed that Thaksin was corrupt, dividing the country, fomenting violence, and disloyal to revered constitutional monarch King Bhumibol Adulyadej (all allegations that Thaksin has denied). But while the generals' takeover was executed with impressive precision, the same can't be said of their administration of the country. Their appointed government of mostly elderly bureaucrats has been criticized as slow-moving and inept. A Muslim insurgency in the south rages...
...VOGUE Blush-colored shirts became a fashion craze in Thailand when King Bhumibol Adulyadej was spotted wearing a pale pink shirt and blazer last month. To meet the growing demand, the Commerce Ministry produced 30,000 more of the prized garments for those who wished to emulate their longest-serving monarch and honor his 80th birthday...
...world straw-weight title bout. Like Siriporn, Wannee was in prison for dealing methamphetamine, or "crazy drug" as it's known in Thai. Unlike Siriporn, Wannee suffered a technical knockout. But the beaten fighter still managed an early exit from prison the following year, when Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej pardoned her, along with three other female prison pugilists...