Authorities are urging calm as social media throbs with criticism of people who aren’t wearing black and white clothing to mourn the revered monarch and some arch-royalists take to reprimanding people in public
Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn has said that Thai people should not worry about the succession to the throne as it is specified by the constitution, the Palace Law and tradition.
The remains of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who passed away Thursday in Siriraj Hospital, are set to be moved to the Grand Palace Friday afternoon, local media reported.
King Juan Carlos of Spain is abdicating from his position as head of state on Monday
Belgium's 79-year-old King Albert II abdicated on Sunday, the country's national day and left the throne to his eldest son Philippe.
Belgium's 79-year-old King Albert II on Wednesday announced that he would abdicate on July 21, the country's national day, and leave the throne to his eldest son and crown prince Philippe.
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