The royal was eligible for the throne by being the Thai King's eldest daughter.
The former leader was convicted of abuse of power and conflict of interest during his time in office.
The nationalist campaign delivers a clear victory as voters also back drafting a new constitution.
The deadly derailment sparks investigation into high speed rail construction.
We are tracking the arrival of the new year across the globe in real time, with hourly updates, key moments, and live coverage from major celebrations.
Pope Leo called on Ukraine and Russia to find the "courage" to engage in direct talks to end the war during his first Christmas address as pontiff.
Both countries have halted weeks of intense fighting along their shared border.
Speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania, Trump claimed he could "make a phone call and stop a war."
Renewed clashes kill civilians and soldiers weeks after Trump-brokered ceasefire.
The storm, which formed unusually in the Malacca Strait, brought a week of torrential rain and violent winds to Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia.
At least 320 dead in Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia.
At least 183 dead in Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia.
She has been called the "most beautiful queen in the world."
The attack lasted around 15 harrowing minutes before zoo officials finally intervened.
Thaksin Shinawatra's hospital stay ruled unjustified.
Anutin Charnvirakul steps in after political upheaval shakes Bangkok.
Thailand's Constitutional Court removed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from her position on Friday.
The Nordic country strengthens its defense ties with Southeast Asia through a new fighter jet agreement.
Opposition parties choose patience as court reviews suspended PM's case, seeking to avoid political deadlock.
The Deputy PM steps in after the court suspends Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Paetongtarn Shinawatra steps aside as deputy assumes caretaker role.
Authorities accuse 15 individuals of negligence and regulatory breaches following fatal building failure during March earthquake.
United States tightens the screws on Chinese-backed manufacturers.
Rescue teams from multiple nations begin to arrive to assist in Myanmar's disaster.
Myanmar's second-largest city, Mandalay, was hit hardest.
Tight government controls limit access to vital information in times of crisis.
Despite fierce criticism over her qualifications and family ties, the Thai Prime Minister secures a strong mandate in parliament.
Thailand reportedly declined resettlement offers fearing diplomatic backlash from China.