https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenHere’s an explanation. Way back when any ball game that wasn’t played on horseback (which was pretty much played by wealthy folks) was played on foot. American football is a a bit of a hybrid of rugby and soccer.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:42:59 +0000Please provide examples of 'white man knows better' undertones in my posts.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:41:38 +0000You are obnoxious, and we agree on this point. I'm fully in favor of the USA pulling out of Europe. The mighty UK Navy can save the day.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:41:09 +0000Well, who said anyone in the truck was a local? By which I guess you mean a Thai person rather than a farang resident in Thailand. I also wonder why you think he had only been in Thailand for a few days? It’s not clear how long he had been in Thailand, but the inference is that it was for more than a few days. “He spent part of the trip travelling with his cousin before visiting Pattaya alone for a few days.” Quite obviously I don’t know the answer why he was in that pick up truck. I can speculate that a 20 year old comes to Thailand , he and his cousin go to bars, make new found “friends” good, bad, who knows. Then he’s in Pattaya, maybe with those friends, or other people he met in Pattaya bars, they decide to go around town one day, but not enough seats for all and one goes in the back. Pure speculation. But also plausible to me and I would even say normal. Riding in the back of a pick up truck is something I see every dayThu, 28 May 2026 12:40:37 +0000Probably, been going in and out of Vietnam since 2000, haven’t been to Vung Tau in a long time, might be worth a visit…….nExt visa run. PeaceThu, 28 May 2026 12:38:34 +0000Which files remain unpublished? Regardless of what is published, you possess a conspiratorial mindset that will never be satisfied. Is this you? The mindset of a person who believes in conspiracy theories is primarily characterized by perceiving the world as dangerous, relying heavily on intuition over analytical thinking, and possessing antagonistic personality traits coupled with a sense of superiority. Research indicates these individuals are not necessarily "mentally unwell" but often adopt these beliefs to fulfill unmet motivational needs, such as the desire to feel unique or to make sense of distress. Key Psychological Drivers Threat Perception: Believers often view the environment as inherently hostile, leading to high levels of paranoia, distrust of institutions, and a belief that powerful groups are plotting against them. Cognitive Style: There is a strong tendency to detect meaningful patterns where none exist, rely on "gut feelings," and accept nonsensical statements as profound, often driven by a low tolerance for ambiguity. Social Motivation: Contrary to the assumption that people seek control, the strongest motivators are often social identity motives and a desire for uniqueness, allowing believers to feel part of an enlightened in-group superior to the "deceived" masses.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:38:34 +0000AI could easily commandeer electricity. That would be elementary. There is a debate now on whether AI will be made legally "persons" like U.S. corporations are. Then they could open bank accounts, run businesses, be CEOs of corporations, hire and fire humans, etc.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:38:00 +0000Thu, 28 May 2026 12:37:48 +0000Can't you read? I said I support Trump in his decision to remove all that stuff from Europe. I would even encourage him to get out completely.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:35:31 +0000AI needs electricity, so if it ever gets to that point then just pull the plug, that is if humans haven’t completely lost their minds by then.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:35:24 +0000Beautiful colors - I suspect it is a common rat snake, but was climbing around my grapevine, very docile, not bothered at all I was within a couple feet under it. It went on its merry way, hope it eats all the rats in the yard.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:34:14 +0000AI will be superior to humans. The main question is whether humans will be treated as dogs or ants.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:31:08 +0000Just a side note but when you ask how to prove you exited.....The rule is how long you stayed not when you exited yes? Anything over 180 days in Thailand total per year = Tax resident yes?Thu, 28 May 2026 12:31:05 +0000Why would a tourist, having been in Pattaya only a few days, be riding in the back of a pickup truck full of local people?Thu, 28 May 2026 12:30:08 +0000I wondered if Thailand had the highest incidence of balcony falls in the world. This is what AI showed: According to a controversial ranking maintained by the "Balearics Federation of Balconing," the United Kingdom has the most recorded balcony falls, injuries, and deaths among tourists in the Balearic Islands. The group’s league table awards points for fatalities and injuries, with the UK leading significantly due to 42 deaths and 113 injuries since 1999. The high numbers are largely attributed to the UK being the largest source of tourists to Spain, combined with a strong culture of binge drinking during stag and hen parties. Germany and Spain typically rank second and third, respectively, though their lower per-capita rates suggest the disparity is driven by visitor volume rather than behavior.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:30:03 +0000Are you OK with this? Do you want to see all the Epstein files published and all the possible abusers investigated irrespective of nationality and social/political status?Thu, 28 May 2026 12:29:46 +0000I didn't know that immigration officials at entry points can see my e-visa on the computer monitor without scanning the QR code on the printout, but then I never look at their screen or watch what they are doing with my passport and the visa paper before they give them both back to me.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:29:18 +0000yes..... that sounds good ! save as much money as you can . paying rent is quite a drain with no return . I will add one baht for every one you save . HAHAHA sorry, just kidding . Ole rumak never got one satang of inheritance . but my advice is always FREE ! ( still, nobody ever wants it 🤪)Thu, 28 May 2026 12:27:13 +0000Delaney detention consist of Criminal illegal foreign nationals, usually the last stop before they get due process and sent back to their origin country. The Truck driver doesn't want any trouble,he's just doin his job, just like federal LE. "A furious truck driver confronted anti-ICE protesters outside Newark’s Delaney Hall detention center after demonstrators blocked him from doing his job. Video showed masked protesters clashing with federal agents as tensions escalated during ongoing demonstrations tied to reported detainee hunger strikes. Authorities said some protesters allegedly sprayed officers with a chemical substance during the chaotic standoff outside the facility."Thu, 28 May 2026 12:27:02 +0000Preemptive strike? 😂 https://collateraldamage.wordpress.com/2016/02/25/mr-mencken-explains-mr-trump/Thu, 28 May 2026 12:26:32 +0000Which country are you from? Are you from the UK?Thu, 28 May 2026 12:25:35 +0000Are you for real? They were forced to shake their hands under threat. And either way that does not detract from the fact Hamas on October 7 murdered over a thousand people, raped, tortured, beheaded, and burned babies alive. But I was actually referring to Hamas' ongoing inhumane treatment of their own people.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:25:15 +0000I believe it is time to require safety bars on all balconies in Thailand, including those in hotels, condominiums, and apartments. Balconies should not remain open, as too many accidents occur when people fall from them . Installing protective barriers would significantly reduce these risks and save lives.Thu, 28 May 2026 12:24:20 +0000You favor the USA staying in Europe, do what Europe can't collectively do?Thu, 28 May 2026 12:24:04 +0000Thank you I’ll report back on how we did charging wiseThu, 28 May 2026 12:24:03 +0000