He does seem to take more pleasures in "reporting" the situation of the current king (and his harem) more so than his dad
vindictive? yep, i think so
or just wants to make sure all the news goes out
thai's seem to follow him more nowadays as their tired of the "official" position

he loves to play the card, "and i told ya first"

There is a Long post on his fb page:

The latest information from royal sources is that the palace may try to keep her artificially alive on an ECMO machine at Chulalongkorn Hospital for days, maybe even until after New Year, at which point they will turn off the machine and announce she has died.
They are worried that if New Year festivities have to be cancelled and the tourism and hospitality industries take another hit at this crucial time of year, following all the pain they suffered during the pandemic, it will further inflame anti-monarchy sentiment in Thailand which is already rampant.
In the meantime they will try to stir up royalist sentiment in Thailand by asking people to pray for her, even though everybody in the regime knows she will never recover.

cant report her passing and ruin the holidays

magicmike wrote: ↑Sat Dec 17, 2022 4:49 pm It was a year of mourning with businesses ect being affected for the first 30 days and then back to normal.

I also seem to remember, but could be wrong, bars could not play music and had to turn the lights down. We all had to wear black. Will check with my Bangkok veterans later this evening.

love duck duck go
the important points

2. The Mourning Period Lasts a Year
In Thailand, mourning is a sign of respect. It’s proper to mourn the loss of a loved one, and the same is true for royalty. The full mourning period for royalty lasts an entire year. While this sounds like a long time, most businesses and sights return to normal after just 30 days.

The first 30 days after the death of a member of the royal family are the most strict. This is when you can expect to experience the most disruption to your travel plans. Remember to be respectful during this time.

4. All Transportation and Accommodations Operate Normally
There is a common misconception that everything completely shuts down in Thailand during the period of mourning, especially during the first 30 days. While many large and local businesses do shut down out of respect, this is not true for everyone. You’ll find most things are open, especially in large cities.

All transportation and accommodation operate their business as usual. This means airports, hotels, and public transportation don’t experience any gaps in service.

5. There Are No Parties or Music
During the first 30 days of mourning, many visitors are surprised to discover there are no parties. In addition, bars are not allowed to play music. While alcohol sales are still allowed, these are only for quiet sitting.

The local authorities request anyone who’s enjoying a drink and the company of friends stays in their private homes or accommodations.

While you’ll still find bars and restaurants serving alcohol, don’t expect Thailand’s notorious party culture to exist during this period. This is seen as a sign of respect for the royal family by keeping things somber and not excessively lively.

6. Traffic Is Worse Than Usual
With Thai traffic already notoriously bad, it’s not a huge surprise that the death of royalty only makes things worse. Traffic around government areas and the Grand Palace is overwhelming during the period of mourning. While this lessens after the initial 30 days, it’s best to avoid driving if you can.

Prepare extra time for your connections and travel. If possible, steer clear of Bangkok or other big cities that are already known for their traffic. Patience really is a virtue!

7. Security Is Heightened
It also comes as no surprise that the Thai government takes security very seriously during this time. As more people travel to pay their respects to the royal family, crowds run larger than usual. While this is a great way to feel connected to the monarchy, it also poses unique risks.

8. Guests Should Dress Appropriately
During the mourning period, you should stay mindful of your clothing and dress code. While big cities in Thailand are very open and familiar with tourists, you should still be modest in how you dress.

While it’s just a myth that you can’t wear bright clothing during the mourning period (only government workers wear black), you don’t want to stand out in the wrong way.

9. Follow Lese Majeste Laws
In Thailand, it’s very important that you never speak poorly about the royal family. This law forbids any insults of the monarchy. This means you should never say anything negative about the royal family.

Lese Majeste might not be something we have in free-speech countries of the west, but it’s taken very seriously in Thailand. If you’re caught, you could face up to 15 years in prison.

Since you’re a guest in Thailand, it’s not respectful to comment on the royal family, especially after someone dies. Avoid talking about politics of any kind.
https://www.joincake.com/blog/thailand-mourning-period/


The above is for King Bhumibol Adulyadej
how long will it go for a Princess?
if more than a week it could really affect tourism and the best time would be between jan 4th and 20th as thats when there is usually a lull before the high season really kicks in after the Xmas Peak