Thailand in the spotlight - what and who's in the news?

Who's in the spotlight in Thailand at present, what's going on and who's going where and doing what.  Visiting Thailand, find out about what the famous people, places and events are up to in Thailand:

PERSON

In time for His Majesty the King's recent birthday is a new book simply titled King Bhumibol Adulyadej: A Life's Work http://dld.bz/a5yWB

PLACE

Phuket Vegetarian Festival Sept. 26th to Oct. 6th opens with raising of the Go Teng poles in participating shrines

EVENT:

The Phuket International Blues Rock Festival from Feb 24 – 25 2012 will rock again at its new location: Laguna Phuket.