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The reason for Trump's change of mind the other day is crystal clear. The majority in favour of release was almost total. Most pundits were expecting 100 Republicans to vote for it, a massive underestimate ! Sensational ! It's just confirmed that the Senate too has voted for release. So here we go - Trump's wriggling will be a sight to behold !

Whilst Trump put himself in a difficult position entertaining this murderer in front of the Press, there he is, shameless as ever. Well done to the Journalist that asked the right question. Two vile men together !

Trying to follow Trump's contortions is a major challenge. Yesterday Trump U-turned yet again to support release of the Epstein papers, at last - looking all virtuous, he declares that all of Epstein's friends were Democrats anyway. The truth is, Trump knew there would be a substantial number of Republicans voting for release of the files and this is just his way of avoiding that major embarrassment ! On matters Epstein, Trump seems to have lost control of his Party. However, as Trump has just ordered DoJ investigations into some prominent Democrats, when the approved Bill lands on his desk for signature, rumours abound that he will veto on the grounds of being unable to interfere with ongoing DoJ matters. Is there a level of approval which rules out the 'veto' option? I'm not sure. Trump being the unmitigated scoundrel he undoubtedly is, for sure, there is a lot more wriggling to come ! ASEAN seems to have many MAGA faithful - I wonder what you feel about these unending shenanigans now ?

Yagoda - yes. Trump played them all, but lost !!!

I think that Trump has gone further now, himself demanding the release of all the 'Epstein files'. Front page in the 'I' today :- "" Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to vote to release the files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, a startling reversal after previously fighting the proposal. The US House is expected to vote this week on legislation that would force the Justice Department to release the files to the public, and any information about the investigation into his death in federal prison. “House Republicans should vote to release the Epstein files, because we have nothing to hide, and it’s time to move on from this Democrat Hoax,” Trump wrote on social media late on Sunday."" Well that's a relief . . . I don't think Trump deserves any credit whatsoever - Trump has been forced into this position. Hold on for the ride !! Where will this go ? My take is that Trump sees all the pressure and is determined he can lie his way through it as usual. The others involved will be fully disclosed and he'll be trying to divert the attention to that.

No word here of the boat's positioning . . . just "along a known route". Shocking ! 83 deaths now on these alleged 'drug boats'. Trump sues the BBC for a mistake no-one in the USA heard yet murders 83 poor Folks without a thought. MMmmm, That just about sums him up !!

Yes I've noticed that. But I'm sure MTG was ready and waiting for trouble as she has been openly criticising the 'Regime' for a while. However, MTG seems to be standing up to it OK - she seems to enjoy it in fact ?

It's hard to find any positives at all for Trump as the Epstein saga rumbles on, (and brews up somewhat! ). It's not been helped by this widely quoted earlier appraisal by Jeffrey Epstein, (a convicted paedophile himself I ask you), who says of Trump, "I've met some very bad people, none as bad as Trump. Not one decent cell in his body". ((BTW, as I believe the human body 73 trillion cells thereabouts, not one is a bit hard !! )). A more complete and comprehensive condemnation of anybody is very hard to imagine. True to form, Trump is thrashing around and lashing out wildly in all directions . . . . it's painful to watch. There are many Posters on here who are obviously Trump supporters and this spectacle must be even more difficult for them. Come on Guys and Gals, I wonder how you're holding up in the face of this tsunami of disapproval ?? Do you still keep faith with MAGA and/or the Republicans ? It is a dreadful situation for Trump for sure . . .

Allowing sales from 2-5 pm makes good sense . . let's hope they stick to it! Allowing sales to 4 am is madness, for many reasons . . close at 1 am please.

A gormless comment OMS !

I agree 100% West ! But Panorama WERE wrong to edit and distort.

As a Brit I'm deeply disappointed in this manipulation of Trump's words on Jan 6th, that terrible day. BUT, as Tug observed earlier, " on j6 he (Trump) at the very least incited a riot". However, the BBC was clearly wrong in Panorama and can't write this off as a mistake. The action came from active intent and was deceitful and manipulative. Whatever were the Panorama team playing at ? It's right that Davie and others have gone. Good riddance ! I've also been angry in recent years about the BBC's 'woke' bias - recently a presenter was rebuked for changing the words 'pregnant people' in a script to 'women'. FGS ! The BBC are also notorious for a bias to transgender promotion. Panorama aside though, I contend that the BBC news coverage has been extremely indulgent of Trump generally over the years, his daily lies and distortions have been treated with extreme generosity day in and day out - blinkered even !! But not to disguise that this Panorama was deplorable. Regarding further objections about 'BBC Arabic', I"ve not read much about it. But if bias and use of inappropriate contributors is proven, that service and possibly others, should be closed altogether. I suppose it's good for the Trump faithful to have something to moan about that does, for a change, have some basis in facts !!

Thankyou Webfact for the report. As for the replies on this thread, IMO best described as gormless beyond imagination, though I'm not a 'climate fanatic'. Trump's attitude to Global warming is typical of his lack of understanding of this, that and everything . . . .

Farage is a 'puff of wind'. Reform just doesn't have the structure or depth to field an election team or a Govt. In the UK atm we see a massive 'between elections' anti-incumbent festival, fuelled by rampant criticism and 24 hour news from myriad sources. I wouldn't be surprised if WHEN it comes to it, Labour scrape in again.

Thanks Mango, good pics. The Missis was tempted to do that run with some Friends . . Loi Katong we sat with Friends for beer/snacks near the Nong Bua end and the moon was beautiful over the water. I'd post them here off my phone IF i knew how . . . . ! I ride 2-3 times weekly from Nong Bua area to Laem Sing to see Friends for a coffee/chat. it's a nice quiet ride.

Riclag - it seems to me that your loyalty to MAGA is atm exceeding your good judgement. The Democrat's electoral triumphs this week are clear evidence that barmy Trump has got almost everything wrong. Check up on the progress of the litigation propagated by Trump/MAGA as I do daily. You'll see a set of foolish Trump forays being rejected . . . You portray anything to the West of MAGA's views as communist or at best 'leftie'. For me, the 'right' seem only to care about themselves whilst West of 'right', care more about People generally. You are really coming over as a wild eccentric ! ATB

The Giuffre clan seem to be intent on exploiting Virginia's death to the full. Make a bob where you can I suppose ! I remember how relaxed, happy and content good time Virginia looked in that long ago pic of her with Andrew . . . . .

OMG. Forever the self-publicizing glory grabber ! Well done David - you've been angling for this gong for an eternity. IMO time to ditch this Royalty bestowed grace and favour stuff - perhaps William will abolish the nonsense when his turn comes . . . . There are probably a hundred thousand unsung heroes in the UK that deserve recognition for selfless efforts and devotion more than slick Dave. BTW - I'm sure that Becks is a decent enough Chappie - but evenso, what a Pantomime !

Riclag - how very sad that you and your sources have to construct such nonsense for whatever reason . . . . shall we instead wait for the results before trying to understand what's going on ? Can't think where you learnt to think this way ?

King Charles has acted. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor will now be ensconced somewhere on the Sandringham Estate - presumably not in the main house but in Anmer Hall, Park House, Wood Farm or, heaven forbid, York Cottage !!!! Some comeuppance at last after his years of sleazy behaviour and his association with Epstein. Sarah Ferguson will apparently, be left to fend for herself but happily, (IMO), Beatrice and Eugenie will retain their present status. Andrew has so far been 'convicted' without actually breaking the Law, (sleeping with a 17 year old), but he is now paying for a lifetime of seedy behaviour. Whilst I might feel for him a little right now, when the Epstein story is completed, he seems likely to end up in much worse disgrace.

Any secret hopes that Trump's 'direct' approach to his 2nd term might bring some interesting changes, now change to profound disappointment. In fact, he's proving to be a dramatic menace both at home and abroad, whilst apparently, ruthlessly enriching himself and his Family beyond belief. MAGA is responsible for the Govt. shutdown - it was insane for the Republicans to expect the Democrats to vote for that big UGLY Bill to open the way for 17 million citizens to lose subsidy to their healthcare and enable other horrors. As it happens, it seems that now millions will anyway suffer vast increases in their healthcare insurance costs and 40 million apparently may lose their food coupons, as the closure drifts on. This is terrible, and it's clearly caused by the sheer uncaring pig-headedness of Trump. Meantime Trump floats around the World talking BIG and doing very little - he loves to shout loudly about his 'achievements' and posture as a Statesman while the USA's reputation around the World nosedives and it's citizens suffer greatly. It's appalling and depressing to watch. It seems amazing that some Republicans can still support him.

Mango - yes Chantaburi grows as we watch. After living here for many years, its my impression that it's a relatively prosperous and friendly place to live. We live on the southern side which is convenient for Nong Bua and the coast. Every few months there is a new house around Pahkti Lamphai which is the enormous flood relief canal skirting the east of the town. In 30 years I expect that area to be fully developed, having already acquired Central and a new main Police station. I don't visit the other areas of town as I generally don't need to - we have any number of super restaurants within easy reach, including Koff House, Zi Punto, 'Our House', Platoo, Nen Hoi at Nong Bua amongst many others. But both the pandemic and later, a decline in the gemstone trade seems to have left it's mark with some popular venues having declined or closed altogether. Jim re. "Chanthaburi Town is very difficult for pedestrians with really fast through traffic" - I just don't get that at all. IMO Chan is much the same as anywhere else. Chantaburi is a great place to live IMO

I think Hegseth's refusal to meet serving Soldiers with beards is deeply insulting - they have after all, signed up to put their lives on the line for their Country. It's a really hasty and immature action from the man baby who was Trump's choice to be put in charge of the World's most formidable military force. Republicans should be standing up to the madness of this Administration.

Hegseth - a disastrous appointment, typical of Trump's crazy gang. It defies belief how anyone can support this madness.

Rudi - I heard $40,000,000,000 was the sum. America first eh ??