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Benefits cheat living in Thailand jailed
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Beware getting charged by NHS for spending too long in Thailand....
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Kim Cites Iran Conflict to Reinforce North Korea’s Nuclear Stance
Korea
Kim Cites Iran Conflict to Reinforce North Korea’s Nuclear Stance

webfact · yesterday at 07:56 AM1 day

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has used the ongoing conflict involving Iran to justify his country’s decision to retain nuclear weapons, warning that recent events demonstrate the risks faced by states without a strong deterrent. Get today's headlines by email In a speech to North Korea’s Supreme People’s Assembly, Kim criticised United States actions abroad, describing them as aggressive and destabilising. While he did not directly name Iran, his remarks came against the backdrop of the cur
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webfact

Yesterday at 07:56 AM1 day

1tooth

3 minutes ago3 min

Police Arrest Sexual Assault Suspect in Chalong
Phuket
Police Arrest Sexual Assault Suspect in Chalong

snoop1130 · 4 hours ago4 hr

Police in Chalong have detained a man linked to several indecent assaults on women, following reports from both Thai and foreign victims throughout March 2026. The suspect, identified as Boy, allegedly attacked victims using force, instigating widespread concern. He reportedly utilized a black Honda Click 125 motorcycle to commit these assaults. Get today's headlines by email In March, numerous complaints were filed with Chalong Police, describing a short-haired man of slim stature who target
- 1 reply
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snoop1130

4 hours ago4 hr

1tooth

6 minutes ago6 min

US Presents Iran With 15-Point Plan to End Conflict
Iranian Conflict
US Presents Iran With 15-Point Plan to End Conflict

webfact · yesterday at 11:22 AM1 day

The United States has delivered a 15-point proposal to Iran aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, outlining conditions for a ceasefire and longer-term negotiations. Get today's headlines by email The plan, put forward under the administration of Donald Trump, includes strict limits on Iran’s nuclear programme and calls for the reopening of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Ceasefire and negotiation framework According to reports, the proposal includes a commitment by both Washington
- 16 replies
- 279 views
webfact

Yesterday at 11:22 AM1 day

1tooth

8 minutes ago8 min

Canadian Man Allegedly Skips Bike Repair Bill, Steals 20,000 Baht
Crime
Canadian Man Allegedly Skips Bike Repair Bill, Steals 20,000 Baht

snoop1130 · yesterday at 10:43 AM1 day

A Canadian man, Ibrahim Laamiri, is accused of stealing 20,000 baht from a motorcycle rental shop in Samut Prakan, Thailand, after allegedly refusing to pay for damages to a rented Yamaha Tenere 700. The motorcycle was rented from January 13 to February 20, with Laamiri paying a 20,000 baht deposit. Upon return, the motorcycle had extensive damage, with repair costs estimated at 141,165 baht. Get today's headlines by email Despite being contacted for payment, Laamiri denied responsibility and
- 40 replies
- 2,367 views
snoop1130

Yesterday at 10:43 AM1 day

ericbj

12 minutes ago12 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 · 15 hours ago15 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
- 26 replies
- 434 views
123Stodg

15 hours ago15 hr

atpeace

3 minutes ago3 min

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,
- 105 replies
- 3,161 views
MikeWill

Monday at 03:20 AM3 days

Gottfrid

5 minutes ago5 min

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
- 64 replies
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Conan The Barbarian

Tuesday at 12:37 AM2 days

Bday Prang

32 minutes ago32 min

Cat lymphoma?
Cat lymphoma?

Gandtee · 3 hours ago3 hr

My wife rescued a kitten from a drain four months ago and took it to the local vet for a checkup. She was informed that the cat has lymphoma. Spelling? with a distended stomach, and is being treated for it with regular vaccinations. The vet said its life span may be very short. According to the internet, the cat should be losing weight and be listless. This cat is quite the opposite. Eating well, full of life and into everything. Have any AN subscribers had any experience with this? Perhaps a se
- 2 replies
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Gandtee

3 hours ago3 hr

Fact

48 minutes ago48 min

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 · 20 hours ago20 hr

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

20 hours ago20 hr

richard_smith237

1 hour ago1 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
- 46 replies
- 1,824 views
MikeWill

Tuesday at 08:36 AM2 days

Fortean1

7 hours ago7 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?
- 2 replies
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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

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CharlieH

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