Thai King Misses His Speech During Time Of National Unrest

Thai King Misses His Speech During Time Of National Unrest

BANGKOK -- King Bhumibol Adulyadej did not appear on Thursday to deliver his traditional birthday address at a highly charged political moment when many of his subjects had been waiting for his calming words.

In remarks broadcast from a ceremonial hall, Crown Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn said the king, who turns 81 on Friday, was receiving medical attention for a throat infection.

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