A major scandal has rocked Thailand's Buddhist clergy, with at least 11 monks accused of sexual misconduct and extortion.

Sadom Kaewkanjana, a 27-year-old Thai golfer, shot 3-under 68 in the British Open, finishing one stroke behind the leaders.

At dusk on July 10, monks at Wat Pasukato temple in northeastern Thailand gathered for a quiet procession to mark Asalha ...