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Beware getting charged by NHS for spending too long in Thailand....
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Benefits cheat living in Thailand jailed
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No Prosecutions in Israel for Palestinian Civilian Killings in West Bank Since 2020, Report Finds
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No Prosecutions in Israel for Palestinian Civilian Killings in West Bank Since 2020, Report Finds

webfact · yesterday at 08:12 AM1 day

Israel has not brought prosecutions against its citizens for the killing of Palestinian civilians in the occupied West Bank since the start of the decade, according to an analysis of legal data and public records, raising concerns over a lack of accountability. Get today's headlines by email Data reviewed by rights groups and legal experts indicates that, despite hundreds of reported cases, no indictments have been issued for killings of Palestinians by Israeli civilians or security forces in
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webfact

Yesterday at 08:12 AM1 day

Nick Carter icp

7 minutes ago7 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 · 12 hours ago12 hr

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

12 hours ago12 hr

Georgealbert

7 minutes ago7 min

Thailand Leads Chinese Tourism Surge Across Southeast Asia
Thailand Leads Chinese Tourism Surge Across Southeast Asia

Georgealbert · 1 hour ago1 hr

Southeast Asia is experiencing a sharp rise in Chinese tourism in early 2026, with Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos reporting increased visitor numbers. The surge has boosted regional economies, increased flight demand and reinforced the region’s role as a global travel hub. Thailand is leading the trend, recording more than one million Chinese visitors in just the first two months of the year. Get today's headlines by email The growth follows the easing of travel restrictions
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Georgealbert

1 hour ago1 hr

ikke1959

11 minutes ago11 min

People’s Party Challenge Government on Fuel Price Hike
People’s Party Challenge Government on Fuel Price Hike

Georgealbert · 1 hour ago1 hr

Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut and Veerayut Kanjanachut have called on the government to explain a sudden 6 baht per litre fuel price increase, warning of nationwide public hardship and questioning whether conflicts of interest are involved. The announcement, made late at night on 25 March 2026, has triggered widespread concern among consumers and businesses already facing rising costs. Get today's headlines by email Speaking at the Future Forward Building on 26 March, Natthaphong, leader of the P
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Georgealbert

1 hour ago1 hr

ikke1959

19 minutes ago19 min

A Free $1,000 To Blow on Subscription Services, How Would You Do It?
A Free $1,000 To Blow on Subscription Services, How Would You Do It?

123Stodg · 23 hours ago23 hr

If someone handed you a free $1000 and said you could only spend it on online subscription services for the next year, how would you use it? There are so many options now across streaming, AI tools, news, productivity, and creative software that it’s easy to lose track of what actually adds value. I’m curious what people here consider “worth it” versus what feels optional or overrated. Here’s how I’d probably allocate mine: | Adobe Photoshop | Visual Design & Editing | ~$240 | | The Econo
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123Stodg

23 hours ago23 hr

fredwiggy

1 hour ago1 hr

Nationalism or Onanism: Which does us more harm?
Nationalism or Onanism: Which does us more harm?

GammaGlobulin · 15 hours ago15 hr

Dear Folks, When we are very young, Society teaches us that: Nationalism is Good. Onanism is Bad. . We are told that saluting the flag is good. But, conflictingly, proper respect for one’s flagpole is somehow bad. In some societies, Nationalism is even glorified. Need we mention any names? So, during this particularly stressful period, when we are about to enter WW3, or indeed… Have probably already begun WW3… Which is more harmful to our world? Nationalism Onanism Capitalism Communi
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GammaGlobulin

15 hours ago15 hr

unblocktheplanet

6 hours ago6 hr

Be honest,was it the traditional values that drew you to a Thai woman
Be honest,was it the traditional values that drew you to a Thai woman

Conan The Barbarian · Tuesday at 12:37 AM2 days

Not talking about the obvious stuff that brings most of us here initially. I mean the longer term decision to actually settle down with a Thai woman specifically. Looking back I think the relationship dynamic played a bigger part in my choice than I ever admitted at the time. The roles are just... clear. He provides, she takes care of the home and family. No blurred lines, no competition for the same space, no ongoing negotiation about who does what and why or whose in charge! That model large
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Conan The Barbarian

Tuesday at 12:37 AM2 days

IsmeUno

8 hours ago8 hr

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

MikeWill · Monday at 03:20 AM3 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 AM3 days

Gottfrid

8 hours ago8 hr

When is "Exp. Date 2/10/27"? (on a drug made in Thailand)
When is "Exp. Date 2/10/27"? (on a drug made in Thailand)

Hish · yesterday at 06:15 PM1 day

Is this 10th of February or 2nd of October? Medicine from Berin Pharma.
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Hish

Yesterday at 06:15 PM1 day

Hish

4 hours ago4 hr

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

MikeWill · Tuesday at 08:36 AM2 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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- 1,962 views
MikeWill

Tuesday at 08:36 AM2 days

Fortean1

15 hours ago15 hr

Dapagliflozin (Farxiga), Local generic?
Dapagliflozin (Farxiga), Local generic?

dddave · Saturday at 03:25 AM5 days

Farziga is by far the most costly of my daily meds. Are there any local generics?
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dddave

Saturday at 03:25 AM5 days

wil iam not

Yesterday at 08:32 AM1 day

BNH Hospital shares a modern treatment for frequent urination
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BNH Hospital shares a modern treatment for frequent urination

CharlieH · Tuesday at 07:40 AM2 days

Many men initially assume Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a natural consequence of getting older (e.g. waking up during the night to urinate or needing the bathroom more frequently). However, in many cases, BPH progressively becomes far more disruptive than anticipated. Constant urination can result in serious sleep deprivation, leaving patients fatigued throughout the day. Some men begin avoiding travel, meetings, or social gatherings because they worry about not finding a restroom quickl
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CharlieH

Tuesday at 07:40 AM2 days

CharlieH

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