Thailand’s 81-year-old monarch makes second public appearance during 6-week hospitalization
Hospitalized Thai king makes appearance on holiday Thailand’s king makes his first public appearance after more than a month in hospital.BANGKOK — Thailand’s 81-year-old King Bhumibol Adulyadej appeared in public Friday for the first time since he was hospitalized more than a month ago, providing welcome relief among well-wishers in this politically divided nation. Palace reports improvement in condition of Thailand’s hospitalized 81-year-old kingBANGKOK — The royal palace says the health of Thailand’s hospitalized 81-year-old King Bhumibol Adulyadej has improved, with his temperature back to normal and his appetite returning. Thailand’s 81-year-old King Bhumibol hospitalized for fourth day with fever, reduced appetiteBANGKOK — Thailand’s 81-year-old king, the world’s longest-serving monarch, remained hospitalized Tuesday for a fourth day with what the palace described as a lack of appetite and a low fever. Thailand’s 81-year-old King Bhumibol hospitalized for third day with fever, low appetiteBANGKOK — Thailand’s 81-year-old king, the world’s longest-serving monarch, remained hospitalized for a third day Monday with low fever and loss of appetite, the palace said Monday. Thailand’s 81-year-old King Bhumibol Adulyadej hospitalized, ailment not disclosedBANGKOK — Thailand’s 81-year-old King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world’s longest-serving monarch, has been hospitalized after suffering from a fever and fatigue, the palace announced Sunday. After more than 50 years in the business, Wanda Jackson isn’t slowing downOKLAHOMA CITY — It took Wanda Jackson a long time to get inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but now that she’s there, the 71-year-old Queen of Rockabilly and her uninhibited voice are busier than ever. 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Nick Faldo honored with knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II for services to golfLONDON — Nick Faldo can add another title to his six majors — “Sir.” Malaysian prince denies abuse claims by Indonesian teen wifeKUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — A Malaysian prince has denied claims by an Indonesian teen model that he slashed her with razor blades, locked her up and used her as a sex slave during their yearlong marriage, his lawyer said Friday. Queen Elizabeth II marks 500th anniversary of royal bodyguardsLONDON — Queen Elizabeth II has marked the 500th anniversary of a troop of royal bodyguards. Obama a perfect guest for a French president who loves America and craves the limelightPARIS — President Nicolas Sarkozy is a big fan of the United States and makes no secret of his craving for the limelight. Enter Barack Obama, the perfect guest. 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Susan Boyle decides on her future after taking second place on ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ TV showLONDON — Susan Boyle may have been beaten by a group of street dancers who jumped, kicked and shook their way to victory against her on “Britain’s Got Talent,” but her musical career has barely begun. Church volunteer Susan Boyle faces the music and takes second place on ‘Britain’s Got Talent’LONDON — She may not have won, but unlikely singing star Susan Boyle showed she could face the music. Dream is done but melody lingers: Susan Boyle finishes second on ‘Britain’s Got Talent’LONDON — She gave a final curtsey, a shimmy of her hips, and walked off stage, leaving the winners to perform an encore. But it’s unlikely that finishing second on “Britain’s Got Talent” Saturday night to a dance troupe called “Diversity” will be the end of Susan Boyle’s showbiz dream. Dream over, but melody lingers: Susan Boyle finishes 2nd on ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ TV showLONDON — She gave a final curtsey, a shimmy of her hips, and walked off stage, leaving the winners to perform an encore. But it’s unlikely that finishing second on “Britain’s Got Talent” Saturday night to a dance troupe called “Diversity” will be the end of Susan Boyle’s showbiz dream. |