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Anti-coup flashmobs outwit thousands of armed guards, shut down Bangkok’s shopping district

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Katherine

What would it be like if Thailand’s military coup were happening in New York City instead of Bangkok? If you know Manhattan, imagine opening the Sunday paper to read that as of 9, am all subway stops between Houston and 42nd … Continue reading →

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Mixed messages from Thai coup and a growing divide in the streets

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Katherine

The leaders of the military coup under way in Thailand shortened a nationwide curfew, doled out payments to rice farms, and cracked down more strictly on freedom of speech today. The leadership seems to be trying to soften their image while … Continue reading →

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Thais weigh peace, democracy

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Katherine

The situation in Thailand escalated from martial law to full-blown military coup around 5 p.m. on May 22. Despite new restrictions imposed by the army (especially those limiting media outlets), most Thais are sticking to their usual daily routines, and … Continue reading →

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Under martial law, Thais take little notice, but lots of selfies

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Katherine

This is not how I pictured martial law. At 3 a.m. Tuesday, two days into our vacation in Thailand, the Thai military declared martial law across the country. According to Wednesday’s Bangkok Post, a top Army’s general said martial law … Continue reading →

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