Thai protest leader hospitalised after 46-day hunger strike

Parit"Penguin" Chiwarak has lost more than 12 kg and now weighs 94.5 kg, the department said in a statement, adding he was admitted over concerns he could go into shock if his condition worsened and require specialised care.Parit's mother, Sureerat Chiwarak, had on Thursday said his condition was worsening. His health was a top trending issue on Thailand's social media.

Each perceived insult of Thailand's monarchy can be punishable by up to 15 years in prison under its lese majeste law. The court set a bail hearing for May 6, which his lawyer Krisadang Nutcharat said was a positive sign because the court previously did not set hearing dates.

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