Thai Journalist Jailed for Insulting King

A Thai activist and former journalist received a 10-year-long jail term after he was convicted of insulting the country’s royal family—drawing condemnation from human rights groups and the United Nations.

Activist Somyos Prueksakasemsuk listen to reporters questions as he arrives at the criminal court in Bangkok on Jan. 23, 2013. Nicolas Asfouri/AFP/Getty Images