Thai Opposition Protesters Snarl Bangkok Traffic

In Thailand’s capital, tens of thousands of anti-government protesters clogged key intersections, bridges and roads as part of a campaign to force the government from office ahead of February 2 elections. On the first day of the so-called “Bangkok Shutdown,” the enthusiastic crowds are making preparations for an extended standoff. Although the protests have halted much of the traffic in the main business district Monday, life is continuing as normal in most of the city.  Thousands of...

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