Blinged Out Monks: Several Thai Buddhist Monks Spotted with Luxury Wears

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A YouTube video showing Thai Buddhist monks flying in a private jet, wearing stylish aviator sunglasses, and carrying luxury brand travel bags has attracted criticism from Buddhists across Thailand.

Crime author John Burdett lives in Bangkok and writes about Thailand.

He speaks with anchor Marco Werman about the blinged out monks.

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