Thailand Poised to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage, Becoming First in Southeast Asia
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Thailand Poised to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage, Becoming First in Southeast Asia

Thailand’s lower house of parliament has overwhelmingly approved a marriage equality bill, paving the way for the nation to become the first in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. The bill passed with an impressive majority of 400 votes in favor, marking a significant step towards equal rights for marriage partners of any gender. Should…

Thai Activist and Lawmaker Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Monarchy Insults
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Thai Activist and Lawmaker Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Monarchy Insults

Thai activist-turned-lawmaker Rukchanok Srinork has been sentenced to six years in prison for alleged insults against the monarchy on social media. The ruling comes amid growing concerns over the enforcement of Thailand’s strict lese-majeste laws. Rukchanok, 29, a parliamentarian with the progressive Move Forward Party, faced charges related to two social media posts made in…

14-Year-Old Suspect Detained in Siam Paragon Mall Shooting Rampage
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14-Year-Old Suspect Detained in Siam Paragon Mall Shooting Rampage

The Bangkok police have detained a 14-year-old suspect in connection with a shooting that left three people dead in the Bangkok Luxury Shopping Center mall.  Videos posted on social media showed customers leaving the premium shopping Center mall while a person wielding a weapon is spotted wearing a baseball cap, khaki camouflage pants, and gloves….