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Wissanu says HM King wants coronation to be economical and follow Royal tradition

14 Sept 01:37 Key points summarised by AI

HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn mandates an economical and traditional coronation ceremony from May 4-6, emphasizing adherence to royal customs with minimal new construction.
Preparations are 80% complete, focusing on renovating existing structures and awaiting a ceremonial emblem for purification water containers and public decorations.
Sacred water for purification will be meticulously collected from major rivers and lakes on April 6th, and anointing water from 107 sources across 76 provinces on April 18-19.
The public is invited to express good wishes on May 5th and 6th, featuring a 7km royal procession through the city and a grand audience from the Sihabanchorn balcony.
No foreign guests have been formally invited, but requests to attend will be welcomed.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.