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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. Golf GlanceSite: Scottsdale, Ariz. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Grayhawk Golf Club, Raptor Course (7,125 yards, par 70). Beyonce delays Malaysia concert amid criticism by conservative MuslimsKUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — R&B star Beyonce Knowles has postponed a planned concert in Malaysia, the event’s organizer said Monday, following accusations by Islamic conservatives that the show would be immoral. 65 films contend for foreign-language honor at 82nd Academy AwardsHere are the 65 foreign-language contenders for the 82nd Academy Awards, along with the names of the directors and countries of origin: New York Philharmonic conductor puts Vietnamese music students through their pacesHANOI, Vietnam — The conductor of the New York Philharmonic wielded his baton as an instrument of diplomacy Thursday. His words, however, weren’t all sweet. Black Eyed Peas singer brings aid, plays benefit concert in native Philippines after stormsMANILA, Philippines — Black Eyed Peas singer apl.de.ap has flown to his native Philippines following devastating back-to-back storms to perform a benefit concert and deliver much-needed aid. Lindsay Lohan to host Singapore F1 concerts featuring Beyonce, Black Eyed PeasSINGAPORE — Actress Lindsay Lohan will host three days of concerts featuring Beyonce Knowles and Black Eyed Peas to coincide with Sunday night’s Singapore Grand Prix. ‘Naughty girl’ Beyonce to silence Islamic critics with ‘role model’ act at Malaysia concertKUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Beyonce Knowles has sung about partying like a “naughty girl,” but Malaysians can expect her to be on her best behavior for a concert in this Muslim-majority country next month, the event’s organizer said Thursday. 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. Video of teacher beating student sparks outrage in Thailand, calls for crackdown on punishmentBANGKOK — A teacher in Thailand was captured on film beating a 14-year-old student and bashing his head against a blackboard, sparking national outrage and pledges Tuesday from education officials to crack down on corporal punishment in classrooms. 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. LA film producers convicted of bribing Thai officials to run film festivalLOS ANGELES — A filmmaking couple has been convicted in Los Angeles of bribing Thai officials so they could run the Bangkok International Film Festival and land other projects. Malaysia blames Discovery Channel in flap over use of Bali dance in videoKUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Malaysia sought Friday to allay anger in Indonesia over the use of a Balinese dance in a promotional spot for a TV documentary series on Malaysia, with officials laying the blame on cable network Discovery Channel. Vietnamese art exhibition to premiere in HoustonHOUSTON — An exhibition of Vietnamese art, with more than 100 objects never before seen in the U.S., will premiere at the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston Sept. 13. It will remain on view through Jan. 3. Sponsor: Contestant on Pakistani reality TV show drowned performing challenge in Thai capitalISLAMABAD — A contestant on a Pakistani reality TV show drowned while performing a challenge for the program, a spokeswoman for the show’s sponsor said Sunday. Ancient Thai-Indian links get modern twist in BangkokBANGKOK, Thailand — Outdoor markets tout sari sales, five-star hotels feature Indian chefs and Thais drop by a temple in the financial district to beseech Hindu gods to send profits their way. No politics or sex: Myanmar artists gasp for breath in junta’s stifling gripYANGON, Myanmar —Hours before the performance art show was to open to the public, the censors arrived and the grilling began. Under their watchful gaze, the nine artists performed parts of their works, aware that every movement could arouse suspicion. Travel briefsLeaf-peeping in Iowa: Mississippi River, bridges of Madison County Philippines’ former president and action movie star shoots comeback movie _ at age 72
Michael Jackson’s international fans mourn idol as Los Angeles memorial beginsLONDON — Fans in Asia stayed up into the wee hours, bars across Europe held Michael Jackson theme nights and television stations from Sydney to Paris cleared their schedules Tuesday to broadcast the King of Pop’s star-studded memorial service live from Los Angeles. Michael Jackson’s international fans mourn idol before Los Angeles memorialLONDON — Fans in Asia stayed up into the wee hours, bars across Europe were holding Michael Jackson theme nights and television stations from Sydney to Paris cleared their schedules Tuesday to broadcast the King of Pop’s star-studded memorial service live from Los Angeles. Michael Jackson’s international fans mourn idol alongside Los Angeles memorialTOKYO — Japanese fans paid tribute to Michael Jackson on Tuesday, watching videos and listening to the pop legend’s songs as devotees around Asia vowed to stay up late into the night to watch the official memorial in Los Angeles. Marcos throws lavish 80th birthday party, confident she’ll beat corruption chargesMANILA, Philippines — She glided down a red carpet with a bouquet of roses, trailed by tuxedo-wearing violin and flute players who rendered her favorite love song. She blew out the candles on her 80th birthday cake amid glittering confetti and fireworks. Overseas fans still in mourning for Michael Jackson, await news of a global tributePARIS — Mourning Michael Jackson fans lauded his talent, moonwalked in his honor, sang his lyrics and awaited word Monday on the possibility of a global memorial to the King of Pop. Overseas fans still in mourning for Michael Jackson, saying his talent outshone scandalsTOKYO — Mourning Michael Jackson fans around the world awaited word Monday on the possibility of a global memorial to the King of Pop. British man bushwhacks through Asia to win recognition for evolutionist overshadowed by DarwinSANTUBONG, Malaysia — As he trudges past chest-high ferns and butterflies the size of saucers, George Beccaloni scours a jungle hilltop overlooking the South China Sea for signs of a long-forgotten Victorian-era scientist. Filipino inmates famous for recreating ‘Thriller’ video pay dance tribute to Michael JacksonCEBU, Philippines — The Filipino inmates who shot to global fame with a YouTube video of their “Thriller” dance swayed and stomped again Saturday in a behind-bars tribute to their idol, Michael Jackson. ‘We lost a hero:’ Fans around the world in shock over Michael Jackson’s deathSYDNEY — The news stunned nearly everyone, from the young man in Colombia who was named after the King of Pop, to Malaysians who named a soy drink for him, to a generation of people around the world who have tried to moonwalk. Celebrities write, tweet, upload birthday wishes to Myanmar’s jailed Aung San Suu KyiHollywood celebrities, singers, writers and dignitaries tweeted, uploaded and signed petitions for the release of Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi, who turned 64 in prison Friday. Here are excerpts from birthday messages that appear on a Web site created in her honor: 64forsuu.org Triumphs and travails: 40 years at Bangkok’s legendary Oriental HotelBANGKOK — Charming a fuming Elizabeth Taylor, personally snipping a British duke’s hair or catering to the refined palates of Cambodia’s murderous Khmer Rouge leaders. 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. |
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