Thai lawmakers reject reforms as pro-democracy protests turn violent
More than 50 protesters were injured in clashes with police, but demonstrators are undeterred in their demands for change in the military-backed government.
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Thailand rocked by protests as prime minister won't step down
"We see the people need change in Thailand," a TV anchor said. "We've been under a dictatorship for the past seven years."
Thailand protests continue
Protesters are continuing to march the streets of Thailand, demanding the resignation of the country’s prime minister. Demonstrators are speaking out against the country’s royal family and military rule. Ramy Inocencio reports.
Thai protesters defy ban on gatherings
Tens of thousands of protesters in Thailand are defying a ban on gatherings to attend demonstrations for government reform. BBC News' Jonathan Head reports.
American faces prison over bad review of resort in Thailand
Wesley Barnes, who works in Thailand, was arrested by immigration police.
Divers think they've found a U.S. submarine lost during WWII
One diver says it's clear the USS Grenadier's crew went through "quite an ordeal," and he hopes finding the wreck will let them "have some closure."
Thailand's king reconciles with ousted consort
The king had accused Sineenatra Wongvajirabhakdi of trying to "elevate herself to the same state as the queen."
Facebook blocks page on Thailand's king as protesters demand democracy
The social media platform vows to "legally challenge" the government order to block the page in Thailand, where anger at the government is mounting.
11 elephants die at waterfall in Thailand
Wildlife officials in Thailand said Tuesday they have discovered the carcasses of five more wild elephants downstream from a waterfall where the bodies of six other elephants were found last weekend.
Pope Francis visits Thailand
Pope Francis is visiting Thailand as part of a trip across Asia. It's his first visit to the mainly Buddhist country. The Vatican says he's trying to increase dialogue between the various religions as well as raise awareness on issues like protecting life and the environment. CBS News producer Anna Matranga has the latest from Bangkok.
Marking 15 years since devastating tsunami
The day after Christmas in 2004, a massive undersea earthquake set off a tsunami that killed 230,000 people along Indian Ocean coastlines. On the 15th anniversary, memorial services are being held to mourn the disaster.
Thai soldier kills at least 20 in rampage
A soldier shot multiple people in northeastern Thailand on Saturday, killing at least 20 people while live-streaming part of the rampage, and was holed up in a popular shopping mall, authorities said. It was unclear how many people were wounded.
20 dead in Thailand mall shooting
A soldier shot multiple people in northeastern Thailand on Saturday, killing at least 20 people while live-streaming part of the rampage, and was holed up in a popular shopping mall, authorities said. At least 31 people were wounded. Roxana Saberi reports.
Thai soccer team rescued from cave speaks out
Officials in Thailand announced Friday night that the 12 boys and their coach who were trapped in a cave will be heading home to their families. The boys themselves also got a chance to speak. Anna Werner reports from Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Cab drivers infected with coronavirus from tourists
"I don't have a bad feeling against tourists or the Chinese. I drive a taxi, tourists are my breadbasket," the driver said.
GM to pull out of Australia, scrap iconic Holden brand
General Motors said it will also wind down in New Zealand and Thailand amid losses in its international division.
Cruise ship with no reported coronavirus cases shunned amid fears
The ship, carrying more than 2,000 passengers and crew, is now heading to Cambodia.
Details emerge about soldier who killed 29 in mall massacre
"He didn't have a bad record, only this time," an army spokesman said of the soldier who went on a deadly shooting spree.
Thai gunman who killed at least 21 in rampage shot dead
The man believed to be the gunman posted updates to his Facebook page during the rampage with statements including "No one can escape death" and "Should I give up?"
Sea turtle swims again with help of prosthetic flipper
Goody the turtle was immobile after she lost her limb while trapped in a fishing net, but now she's Thailand's first recipient of a prosthetic flipper.
Hotel designer Bill Bensley, delighting in the art of surprise
One of the most famous hotel architects and landscapers in Asia, his projects reflect his personality: playful, colorful, and sometimes way over-the-top, from a luxury tented camp in a Cambodian rainforest, to a temple to Thai history in Bangkok
Thai SEAL dies of blood infection a year after dramatic cave rescue
Petty Officer 1st Class Bayroot Pakbara was part of the dramatic rescue of 12 boys and their soccer coach from a flooded cave.
"No words can describe our feelings" 15 years after deadly tsunami
The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami was triggered by a massive underwater earthquake, killing 230,000 along coasts of Asia, India, Africa.
"Jack the Ripper of Thailand" rearrested over new murder
Just months after his release from prison for good behavior, a convicted serial killer has been identified as a suspect in the murder of a hotel maid.
Elon Musk "pedo guy" tweet not defamatory, jury rules
British cave explorer sought $190 million from Musk for allegedly branding him as a pedophile during a Twitter spat.
Judge orders grand jury material be given to Comey, citing DOJ "missteps"
A federal magistrate judge wrote that there is a "disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps" in the case involving former FBI Director James Comey.
Larry Summers says he's "stepping back from public commitments" over Epstein emails
Former Harvard President Larry Summers said Monday he's "deeply ashamed" after messages between him and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were released last week.
Letitia James says charges should be dropped due to "outrageous government conduct"
New York Attorney General Letitia James' lawyers accused the Trump administration of "outrageous government conduct," arguing the fraud charges against her were intended to punish James for her opposition to President Trump.
Homeowner charged in shooting death of house cleaner who went to wrong address
An Indiana prosecutor has charged a homeowner who shot and killed a house cleaner earlier this month, when she showed up at his property by mistake.
U.N. Security Council approves U.S.-brokered Gaza peace plan
The U.N. Security Council has approved a U.S. plan for Gaza that authorizes an international stabilization force to provide security in the Palestinian territory.
Trump says the U.S. will sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia
President Trump told reporters Monday the U.S. will sell Saudi Arabia F-35 fighter jets, a day before Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to visit the White House.
Pilot who tried to cut flight's engines gets time served, supervised release
Joseph Emerson tried to shut down a commercial plane's engines midflight in 2023 while traveling off duty in the cockpit's jump seat.
How a change to Social Security could impact retirement in 2026
Social Security's full retirement age is changing next year, affecting when the youngest baby boomers and Gen Xers can collect 100% of their benefits.
Supreme Court turns away dispute over pregame prayer at school football games
The Supreme Court will not reconsider a 25-year-old decision that found student-led and initiated prayer at football games unconstitutional.