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What the Papers are Saying
What the Papers are Saying

A general discussion of "what the papers are saying". Topics across all topics in the mainstream news from Thailand and around the world.
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United States and Israel Launch Strikes on Iran
Roadsternut, 7 minutes ago7 min

Iran boasts 1 million fighters on standby for potential US invasion
Purdey, 16 minutes ago16 min
Political Soapbox
Political Soapbox

A space dedicated to vigorous and varied political discourse.
Discuss and debate, have your say on the many political situations of the day from around the world.
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Shady Oil Bets: Trump's Friends Making Money Off Iran War?
candide, 4 minutes ago4 min

Bad News for Trump, bad news for all retirees
Jingthing, 4 minutes ago4 min
The War in Ukraine
The War in Ukraine

Latest developments and discussion of events in the Ukraine War.
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Putin demands oligarchs contribute money for war
JimHuaHin, 6 hours ago6 hr

Ukraine is winning the war
gargamon, 7 hours ago7 hr
The War in Israel
The War in Israel

Latest developments and discussion of events in the Israel-Hamas War.
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Are Ashkenazi Jews about to flee Israel, en masse?
JBChiangRai, Thursday at 09:13 AM1 day

Gaza: Two children killed every day during ceasefire
Somjot, Tuesday at 04:44 PM3 days

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New Thai Government Enforces $9 Entry Fee for Tourists Arriving by Air
New Thai Government Enforces $9 Entry Fee for Tourists Arriving by Air

snoop1130 · 22 hours ago22 hr

Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has announced that the 300-baht entry fee for foreign tourists arriving by air in Thailand will be proposed at the first Cabinet meeting of the new "Anutin 2" administration. The plan to charge travelers entering by land and sea a 150-baht fee has been set aside to avoid impacting cross-border commuters and day-trippers. This move is part of the government's broader strategy to boost tourism revenues. Get today's headlines by
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22 hours ago22 hr

Dialemco

2 minutes ago2 min

Trump Signature Set for US Dollar Bills in Historic First
Trump
Trump Signature Set for US Dollar Bills in Historic First

webfact · yesterday at 05:26 AM1 day

The administration of Donald Trump will place the president’s signature on US banknotes, the Treasury Department says, in what would be the first time a sitting president’s name appears on the nation’s currency. Get today's headlines by email Treasury officials say the change will coincide with celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States. Traditionally, American banknotes carry the signatures of the treasury secretary and the US treasurer rather than the president. Treasu
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webfact

Yesterday at 05:26 AM1 day

Screaming

13 minutes ago13 min

London police to resume arrests over Palestine Action support
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London police to resume arrests over Palestine Action support

webfact · yesterday at 04:47 AM1 day

London’s Metropolitan Police Service says officers will resume arresting people who publicly support Palestine Action, reversing a position adopted after a recent court ruling. Get today's headlines by email The force had previously said it would stop making arrests under terrorism legislation after a High Court judgment found the government’s ban on the direct action group unlawful. Police reverse earlier position Following that decision, police said they would instead collect evidence for
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webfact

Yesterday at 04:47 AM1 day

KhunLA

16 minutes ago16 min

Thai Motorcyclist Killed by Foreign Driver in Phuket Pickup Truck Collision
Phuket
Thai Motorcyclist Killed by Foreign Driver in Phuket Pickup Truck Collision

snoop1130 · Thursday at 10:17 AM1 day

A tragic traffic accident occurred in Chalong, Phuket, where a foreign woman crashed a pickup truck into two motorcycles, resulting in the death of a Thai man and injuring another rider on March 25. The incident, which happened around 5pm, was captured in a video now circulating on Thai social media. The pickup, driven by the foreign woman, swerved into the opposite lane, colliding with the motorcycles before crashing into an electricity pole. Get today's headlines by email The identities of
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snoop1130

Thursday at 10:17 AM1 day

Screaming

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I don't understand woke
I don't understand woke

georgegeorgia · yesterday at 02:40 AM1 day

Time and time again on this forum I see members post threads they moved to South East Asia because their own Country became "woke" . .. and yes I said South East Asia instead of just Thailand, because this forum is about all Asia just not Thailand.. But having mentioned that let's get back to the topic , so they say they moved to South .East Asia because my own country become "woke " ( actually they write Thailand they didnt write SEA but we have already mentioned that so let's get b
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georgegeorgia

Yesterday at 02:40 AM1 day

Prubangboy

2 minutes ago2 min

So what brought you here — and what's keeping you?
So what brought you here — and what's keeping you?

The Cobra · Tuesday at 12:11 AM4 days

Been thinking about the different types of foreigners who end up living in Thailand long-term. You see the same recognisable patterns over and over: the retiree stretching a pension, the guy who came for a holiday and never left, the English teacher buying time, the businessman in his Bangkok bubble, the digital nomad in a café. Most labels like this feel like they were written about someone else. The retired guy who's genuinely happy and integrated into his community doesn't see himself as the
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The Cobra

Tuesday at 12:11 AM4 days

KhunLA

8 minutes ago8 min

Finally getting serious about learning Thai — where to start
Finally getting serious about learning Thai — where to start

MikeWill · Monday at 03:20 AM5 days

Been here a few years now, married to a Thai, living outside a city with no expat bubble to fall back on. My Thai is embarrassing. Point at things, smile, hope for the best. I'm done with that. The problem is every time I try to figure out where to start, I get pulled in different directions. Some people say learn to read first — that the script teaches you the correct tones and stops you developing bad habits from romanised phonetics. Others say just get out there and speak, mistakes and all,
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MikeWill

Monday at 03:20 AM5 days

Presnock

52 minutes ago52 min

Who is the man who sold our world?
Who is the man who sold our world?

GammaGlobulin · Wednesday at 09:38 PM2 days

Dear Folks, Conspiracy Theories aside, who, =really=, is the man who sold our world? Where is Bowie, these days, when we need him most? Do you have faith? Faith in our leadership? If not, then... Why not? Better listen to this, from times gone by, when the world made more sense... And, to any young people who might be reading my words....I say.... Eat your little hearts out, since....those days, long gone, were so much better... Just listen the lyrics of Deep Purple..... The Vietnam
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GammaGlobulin

Wednesday at 09:38 PM2 days

mordothailand

1 hour ago1 hr

How many poos a week?
How many poos a week?

3NUMBAS · yesterday at 06:28 AM1 day

https://metro.co.uk/2026/03/26/this-many-times-a-week-pooing-according-scientists-27682899/amp/ How often do you poo? According to a recent Cushelle poll, the average Brit visits the toilet six times a day, spending just over five minutes on the loo each time — equal to seven full days a year. When it comes to number twos specifically though, participants in Zoe’s ‘Big Poo Review’ (the largest ever UK survey of bowel habits) ranged from once a week to four times a day. A whole host of factors,
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3NUMBAS

Yesterday at 06:28 AM1 day

georgegeorgia

1 hour ago1 hr

Parkinson’s link to gut bacteria
Parkinson’s link to gut bacteria

3NUMBAS · 1 hour ago1 hr

https://www.sciencealert.com/parkinsons-link-to-gut-bacteria-hints-at-unexpectedly-simple-treatment Scientists have suspected for some time that the link between our gut and brain plays a role in the onset of Parkinson's disease. Recent research adds further evidence to the link, identifying gut microbes likely to be involved and linking them with decreased riboflavin ( vitamin B2) and biotin (vitamin B7). The discovery suggests an unexpectedly simple treatment that may help: B vitamins. "Sup
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3NUMBAS

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3NUMBAS

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Americans in Thailand- How are you using Medicare ?
Americans in Thailand- How are you using Medicare ?

MikeWill · Tuesday at 08:36 AM3 days

OK so I've been going round in circles on this for weeks and my head is spinning. I turn 65 in a few months and the Medicare question is driving me mad. Everyone back home assumes you just sign up and that's it sorted. Nobody tells you it's basically useless if you're living outside the US — Thailand included. Found that out the hard way after spending an afternoon on the phone with Social Security. So now I'm stuck with the Part B decision. Pay the premiums every month for coverage I can't act
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Tuesday at 08:36 AM3 days

Hanuman2547

11 hours ago11 hr

Pumpkin seeds v hemp seeds
Pumpkin seeds v hemp seeds

3NUMBAS · 19 hours ago19 hr

Yahoo Health Are Pumpkin Seeds or Hemp Seeds Healthier? Dietitians Wei... Pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds are both packed with plant protein, magnesium and more. But which is healthier? Dietitians explain how to choose which to eat.Are Pumpkin Seeds or Hemp Seeds Healthier? Dietitians Weigh in on Protein, Fiber, Magnesium
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