https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenNot sure who you're referring to as your prose mastery leaves much to be desired. But to clarify, I meant the moron who thought (thinks) there were airports during the civil war, just found out that dumb is spelled with a "b", that stuff arriving "by seas" actually means arriving on a ship, said the 1918 Spanish Flu pandemic helped end WWII, said his NY born father was born in Germany, that windmills kill whales and cause cancer, claimed he reduced drug prices by 900%,.............................etc, etc, etc, etc, etc, etc, etc. Hope this helps!Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:57:32 +0000🤣 You understand! 🤣Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:56:24 +0000why are you upset if it benefits the jew hating mullahs.? you both share the same goalsFri, 19 Jun 2026 10:56:21 +0000There is nothing magical about how the world works. It goes around the sun. There is an explanation for every event on earth, give me some examples and I’ll happily explain them. We have an explanation for everything since the big bang. We don’t have an explanation for that. I’m sure if it was created by a super being, that being would look nothing like the Christian Malevolent, capricious, evil god. I think a super being may be responsible for the universe’s creation. But I have no idea how or why. But Ami am sure it wasn’t done in 7 days as some religions would have you believe. The problem I have is with young impressionable minds being programmed in theory dressed as fact and some downright lies. I think all religious people should question “why” certain events. To blindly follow something when you are taught the explanation is beyond human comprehension is just downright wrong and a lie.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:56:06 +0000Brezhnev’s great-grandson captured fighting for Russia in Ukraine Ukraine captures Soviet General Secretary Brezhnev’s great-grandson - Media© RBC-Ukraine (UK) The great-grandson of former Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev has reportedly been captured by Ukrainian forces after joining Russia’s war effort, adding a striking personal twist to a conflict increasingly shaped by history, symbolism and divided loyalties. Anton Milaev, 45, was reportedly taken prisoner in Ukraine’s southern Kherson region after serving as a combat sapper for Russian forces. His capture was first reported by Russian Telegram channel Baza. From Soviet Dynasty to Battlefield Prisoner Milaev’s story reflects the complex legacy left by the collapse of the Soviet Union. Although connected to one of the Soviet Union’s most powerful political families, he was born and built his life in independent Ukraine before eventually joining the Russian military campaign. According to reports, he enlisted last autumn and later disappeared from contact with relatives. For months, his family reportedly had no information about his fate. Only later did they learn he was alive and being held by Ukrainian authorities. A Symbolic Capture Amid a Grinding War The reported capture carries significance beyond the fate of a single soldier. Brezhnev remains one of the most recognisable figures of the Soviet era, having led the USSR for nearly two decades during the height of the Cold War. The fact that a descendant of that political dynasty was fighting against Ukraine — the country where he reportedly built his career — underlines the tangled human consequences of the post-Soviet world. The war has repeatedly split families, communities and identities across the former Soviet space. Prisoner Exchanges Remain a Diplomatic Lifeline The development comes as Kyiv and Moscow continue negotiating large-scale prisoner exchanges. Recent swaps have seen hundreds of military personnel returned on both sides, including wounded soldiers and long-held prisoners. Ukrainian officials have indicated that further exchanges remain under preparation as part of broader humanitarian efforts. Ukraine captures Soviet General Secretary Brezhnev’s great-grandson - mediaFri, 19 Jun 2026 10:55:10 +0000Sounds noble… until you remember what his administration actually did.This is the same Obama who oversaw the weaponization of the intel community to push the Russia Russia collusion hoax , the manufactured narrative designed to undermine the 2016 election results and delegitimize Trump’s presidency from day one. Crossfire Hurricane, the Steele dossier (known to be garbage), FISA abuses, leaks to the media… all while claiming the high ground on democracy and peaceful transfer of power. The hypocrisy is staggering. He talks about respecting elections and institutions, yet his team spent years trying to undo one they lost.And the monster he helped create keeps growing "A belief that our military and law enforcement owe allegiance not to any president or political party, but to the people and our Constitution.” “A belief in the peaceful transfer of power after the people have spoken in fair and free elections, recognizing that in a large, complicated society like ours, no group or faction gets its way 100% of the time". https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5930822-obama-trump-veiled-swipes/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:52:52 +0000This is gibberish !! can not understand your ramblingsFri, 19 Jun 2026 10:51:42 +0000Dealing with semantics for a moment. Its a TukTuk - in area's of Thailand, Hua Hin, Songkhla Province, Krabi, Phuket - the TukTuks are 4 wheeled Chassis, smaller in Size that the Songtheaw's one would ride in Pattaya where the chassis is 'pickup truck' based. The photo shows a 'typical' Phuket TukTuk. Given that there's a video out there somewhere (assuming thats where the 'still' above was lifted) - it would show clearly if the Brit slipped or attempted to 'step off' to fare dodge.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:51:18 +0000Iran knows the American left it with them against Trump, as long as they can hold out they'll be okayFri, 19 Jun 2026 10:51:02 +0000Does religion give any reasonable and logical answers, or is it mostly comfort and explanations people choose to believe? Why must there be a given reason or answer for everything? In my opinion, most of it is old tribal stories, melted together and shaped into something ready for marketing. Can we not just enjoy the moment without fairy tales, and focus more on healthy theories, facts, and what actually improves life?Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:48:55 +0000Crass. I'm struggling to imagine how that comment could have sunk any lower. Sometimes the wisest contribution to a discussion is no contribution at all - your case that can be argued with certainty.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:47:10 +0000Zoo owner's wife leapt into croc pit to save boy A three-year-old boy is fighting to recover after a horrifying incident at a Cambridgeshire zoo that saw him end up inside a crocodile enclosure — and a dramatic rescue by the zoo owner’s wife has now emerged. Emergency services raced to Johnson’s of Old Hurst zoo in Huntingdonshire on Thursday after reports that a young child had entered the crocodile enclosure. The boy suffered serious injuries and was rushed to hospital, while police launched a major investigation into the shocking incident. As questions swirl over exactly what happened, a former zoo worker has hailed the actions of Tracey Johnson, the wife of zoo owner Andy Johnson, describing her response as nothing short of heroic. Chris Newman, who previously housed crocodiles at the zoo and knows Ms Johnson well, said she jumped around 15ft into the enclosure to help rescue the child. He praised what he called a “remarkable act of bravery”. Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, Mr Newman said Ms Johnson was “a lovely lady” and that her actions should be recognised as “incredibly heroic”. He added that her courage came as no surprise to those who know her. “That's exactly what she would do,” he said. “She's a very brave, very strong lady.” The dramatic rescue unfolded after emergency services were called to the zoo at around 1.24pm on Thursday. An ambulance, rapid response vehicle, ambulance officer vehicle and air ambulance all attended the scene. Police later confirmed that zoo staff pulled the child from the enclosure. Mr Newman explained that if a child fell or was thrown into the crocodile area, there was likely a drop of around 15ft. He said a fall from that height alone could cause significant injuries to a young child. He also described how crocodiles typically react to unexpected objects entering their territory. According to Mr Newman, if something lands close to a crocodile, its immediate reaction may be to snap or bite as part of its natural behaviour. He said that if the boy landed near one of the reptiles, an “investigatory bite” could be expected. However, it remains unclear whether the child was bitten by a crocodile during the incident. Reports from The Sun and the Press Association cited local accounts of Ms Johnson’s involvement in the rescue. The Johnson family has not publicly commented on those claims. The boy was taken to Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge. According to The Sun, he suffered a broken arm and pelvis. Police said he remains in a critical but stable condition. Specially trained officers are continuing to support his family at the hospital. The investigation has also focused on a 30-year-old man from Norfolk. He was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the incident. Police said the man and the child were not known to each other. Detectives later released the suspect on bail until 18 September while further inquiries continue. The force added that the man had been assessed as not fit for interview. Johnson’s of Old Hurst began life as a family-owned dairy farm and has since expanded into a farm shop, butcher’s, tea room, steakhouse and zoo. The zoological gardens house more than 100 animals, including lions, tigers, bears and crocodiles. The zoo says it specialises in crocodile conservation and has more than 20 years of experience caring for the reptiles. Owner Andy Johnson also helped compile a European-published dossier on crocodilian farming, welfare and husbandry. Detective Inspector Verity McCann said police were continuing to investigate the “distressing incident”. She said: “Our thoughts remain with the boy, and his family and specialist officers continue to support them through this difficult time.” Meanwhile, the zoo announced that its tropical house, home to the crocodiles, will remain closed until further notice out of respect for the family. In a social media statement, the zoo said its thoughts and prayers were with the boy and his family following the incident. As detectives work to establish exactly how the child came to be in the enclosure, attention remains firmly focused on the young boy's recovery and the circumstances behind one of the most shocking incidents ever reported at the attraction. Zoo owner’s wife jumped 15ft to rescue boy from crocodile enclosureFri, 19 Jun 2026 10:46:35 +0000Presuming he actually saw the guy fall out…….maybe enough CC footage can tell that tale………there are a lot of loosers in this episode, the dead man, his family and girlfriend, the Tuk-Tuk driver and his family, and the Uncle, who the man was probably here visiting……I refrain from any other comment - RIP and Buena Suerte to all.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:46:24 +0000If the condo is in the 49% foreigner allocation there is no need to do anything dodgy at all. It's the bigger fish they are after, the villa 'owners' etc along with not so legal company setups. The run of the mill retiree with his little place of legal heaven shouldn't have much to worry about. Not for a while anyway.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:45:58 +0000I always liked the show, so I bit the bullet and paid Amazon US$34.99 for 156 episodes, because I wanted to watch them all, and in order, commercial free. It is amazing how many actors and actresses I recognize.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:44:17 +0000You men like the retarded auto-pen simpleton who once proclaimed Putin invaded Iraq and his (biden) engineering conceptual marvel to build a railway across the pacific into India....that adult trowser $hitting moron? Give your head an extra shake, try to losen up that lump of concrete a bit more. Biden lost on stage.mp4Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:43:54 +0000Can't believe I'm going to say this... but I agree with you, haha, first time for everything, I guess.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:43:54 +0000There’s a big community of good Indian people in thailand, most of which were born in Thailand and their fathers too. They were shipped to Thailand to work the tin mining etc.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:43:53 +0000I have already clarified my postion on that ! iam assuming you are a Yank ?? Its like teaching an old dog new tricks !, you yanks need to wake up to what you are doing to the world and take responsibilty for it ! You yanks seem only to care about yourselves and the almighty dollar, YOU Yanks voted in a Moron for president and dont say you did not vote for him it does not matter, it is a collective America that did this ! Trump’s presidency did not occur in a vacuum. In a democracy, leadership is not merely the product of those who cast votes for a candidate, but the culmination of societal forces, historical inequities, and collective inaction. While it is tempting to place blame solely on the individuals who supported Trump at the polls, the reality is far more complicated. By examining voter apathy, entrenched inequities, the modern media landscape, and outdated institutional structures, it becomes evident that each American plays some role in the broader public responsibility for enabling Trump’s rise, and for the subsequent damage wrought by his administration. It is time for Americ to grow a backbone !!!Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:43:46 +0000I'd say Yair has a point. The poster, Yair Lapid, is an Israeli politician of the centrist Yesh Atid party and a leader of the opposition in the Knesset. https://x.com/yairlapid/status/2067843400670302670?s=20Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:43:19 +0000If it’s in broad daylight or where there are people around, I doubt I would be forced into a shop , or am I wrong ? It’s really getting worse in Thailand tho.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:41:34 +0000PrimeFri, 19 Jun 2026 10:40:24 +0000Musk created self-driving cars, which I hope will improve transit. What have you created? Only wealthy people can take on these massive projects. But yes, some of them are doing harm with their wealth and buying off politicians. It can work both ways. Good cop, bad cop. Good trillionaire, bad trillionaire.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:40:14 +0000Off topic troll post and low value post removed @emptypockets Post breaking forum guidelines removed. Low-Value Posts Reminder. Posts that add no written contribution harm the forum and reduce its value for readers and search engines. This includes: 2–3 word replies Emoji-only posts Memes or GIFs with no explanation or context. Screenshots with no supporting text Embedded social media posts with no comment or opinion Youtube videos with no explanation or comment If your post does not explain, add context, or express a view in your own words, it has no value here. What happens next Any such content will be removed without notice Repeat posting of this type may lead to further moderation actionFri, 19 Jun 2026 10:40:03 +0000Thanks for update. So approx 25 days turn around. That's good. My Oz mail was 20 days. Anything under 4 weeks a good result in my bookFri, 19 Jun 2026 10:39:44 +0000