https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenNah, this is not acceptable in any country or culture! Of course, you hear of those shocking gang rapes in India. They're news because they're uncommon. Would you expect less in a country of a billion people? AI: Sexual violence remains a widespread and severely underreported issue in Pakistan. The most recent data from the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) reveals that 6,624 rape cases were registered nationwide, equating to one woman raped approximately every 45 minutes. [1] Key statistics and factors characterizing rape in Pakistan include: Underreporting: Human rights advocates, including the Senate of Pakistan, note that up to 70% of gender-based violence and sexual assault incidents go unreported. Stigma and fear prevent many victims from coming forward. [1, 2] Conviction Rates: Despite legislative efforts like the Anti-Rape Law, conviction rates are staggeringly low. Data shows national conviction rates hover between 0.5% and 5% depending on the region and the specific type of violence. [1] Child Sexual Abuse: Children are highly vulnerable to sexual abuse, with NGOs recording thousands of cases annually. Reports indicate an average of 12 children per day—or one every two hours—being subjected to sexual abuse, often by acquaintances or people known to the family. [1, 2] Regional Discrepancies: The province of Punjab consistently reports the highest volume of both rape and child sexual abuse cases, followed in volume by the provinces of Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Thus it ever was since God scooped Adam's rib. Rape is happening in Pakistan, rape is happening in the UK. What percentage is Pakistani? I'm sure there are some truths in both these reports but the Lowe report is racist, anti-immigrant claptrap concealed in concern.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:58:52 +0000I've never said any different about you, please go away and annoy someone else.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:58:13 +0000I definitely couldn't live in the south as there is only 2 seasons: hot n rainy. But up north there are 3 seasons which are diverse enough for me: hot, rainy, and cool.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:58:04 +0000Most expats are older and lots are sexpats. Pattaya is the no 1 location for them.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:57:34 +0000So, who was you referring to ?Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:56:40 +0000Houses were cheap back thenSun, 21 Jun 2026 04:55:53 +0000FloralSun, 21 Jun 2026 04:55:49 +0000Why be so obscure : Are you saying : Hitler knew this. But Hitler went too far too fast and fell short. Ironically, Jews are doing the same. One hopes Jews meet the same fate. Or did I misunderstand ?Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:55:30 +0000I merely stated a fact. I made no judgement about AIPAC. Trump wouldn’t be able to go against their lobbying power.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:54:41 +0000I suspect they mean MRT rather than "Skytrain" (BTS)?Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:53:53 +0000Retirement Reality Check: Only 1 In 10 Britons On Track For A Comfortable Retirement Millions of Britons are heading towards a retirement income shortfall, with new research suggesting that fewer than one in ten workers are on course to achieve what experts define as a comfortable retirement. The findings have sparked fresh warnings that many people may face a sharp drop in living standards unless they increase their pension savings now. Comfortable Retirement Out Of Reach For MostAccording to the latest Retirement Living Standards, a single pensioner now needs around £45,400 a year to enjoy a comfortable retirement, while couples require £62,700 annually. Despite those targets, only around 9% of workers are currently projected to reach that level of retirement income. The figures expose a growing gap between retirement expectations and financial reality for millions of people across the UK. Most Britons Only On Course For The MinimumThe research found that around 82% of workers are expected to achieve only the minimum retirement standard. That equates to an annual income of about £13,900 for a single person and £22,500 for a couple. A moderate retirement lifestyle requires significantly more, with singles needing £32,700 a year and couples needing £45,400. The jump from minimum to moderate — and from moderate to comfortable — remains out of reach for large numbers of future retirees. Experts Warn Of A Retirement Income Cliff EdgePensions UK says current saving levels are simply not enough for many workers to achieve the retirement lifestyle they expect. Zoe Alexander, executive director of policy and advocacy at Pensions UK, warned that millions risk reaching retirement only to discover their income falls far short of their needs. She said today's savings rates leave many people facing a potential "cliff-edge drop" in income once they stop working. Employers Urged To Do MoreIndustry experts believe employers could play a major role in improving retirement outcomes. One proposal is for companies to offer pension contribution matching above current minimum levels, helping workers build larger retirement pots over time. The organisation also stressed that housing costs are not included in the retirement living standards calculations, as they assume many retirees will own their homes outright. For those still paying mortgages or renting, the financial challenge could be even greater. Start Early Or Pay The Price LaterPension specialists say the most effective way to close the retirement gap is to begin saving as early as possible. Emma Furlonger of Standard Life urged workers to make use of pension calculators and retirement planning tools to understand how much they need to save. The message from the latest figures is clear: while most Britons may achieve a basic retirement income, the comfortable retirement many dream of remains a distant prospect unless savings rates rise significantly. For millions of workers, the clock is already ticking.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:52:41 +0000The same old lame excuses blame Covid and the decline of the Chinese. What have TAT or Tourism ministers done to Encourage visitors ? They make it more difficult for you to stay longer with there Visa Regulations, European markets seeing headlines such as free exended visas for Indians, Russians, Chinese etc, there policy of lost Tourism is a signal to increase prices across the board. Our safety is unimportant and is ignored in high tourist areas such as Pattaya, Phuket, and Samui particulary Koh Tau or Death Island as its come to be known. We then see Monthly TAT fudging tourist numbers when we know its fabricating the numbers, in there mindset they think we believe them so they carry on spreading propaganda. Then we have there new PM only a few years ago he told us we were dirty unwashed and smelly tourists and we dont want you, sadly Mud Sticks. In short you cannot blame anyone for your loss you were warned Pre-Covid to change or you will suffer the Consequence's you ignored it all so now you have to live with the seeds you sowed.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:51:39 +0000The retirement visa seems pretty easy to do forever, right?Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:50:26 +0000Social media post removed. Rule 18. Social media content is acceptable in most forums. However, in factual areas such as, but not limited to news, current affairs and health topics, social media cannot be used unless it is from a credible news media source or a government agency and must include a link to the original source.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:49:21 +0000🙂 You know what they're like. 🙂 More Jewry are leaving Israel than moving there. It speaks volumes.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:49:15 +0000I have downloaded but not yet read the report. I'm sure the incidents are sickening because we have created a misogynistic society grounded in violence. It's not the immigrants, it's every man. In every culture, the police don't pursue it. They don't believe the victims unless there's a positive rape kit and the perp can be identified. Most women and girls are too embarrassed and traumatised to report their rapes when cops don't believe them anyway. They asked for it with their skimpy clothes, they're sluts. 800 years ago, mortality was 30 years. Not much fertility time. The saying, old enough to bleed, old enough to butcher, was real. Men were screwing girls at young ages. That's a fact. But you can't blame today on any fusty old book. Men rape women. It's the gang part I find hard to swallow. Let's just get together a few drinking buddies and we'll all sweet-talk this girl, then take turns screwing her. Have you ever screwed in a pack? Makes no sense.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:49:08 +0000Decades or centuries back it was the opposite happening, wasn't it? All the swans are getting their fair share...???Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:48:44 +0000Why did you move? Thailand has all the things you mentionedSun, 21 Jun 2026 04:47:32 +0000That is your personal opinion , the USA Gov thinks otherwiseSun, 21 Jun 2026 04:46:30 +0000No, I'm just a man that looks at women as people, and not objects. I wouldn't say most here came as sex tourists at 60+. Most tourists are younger and come , have sex, then leave. Like you did, with those young girls. The ones who stay are those that met someone in person here or online and decided they wanted to stay in Thailand.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:45:17 +0000No expat Plan B for me. If Thailand ever became 'not an expat option', i would probably just spend half the year in my native land and half the year here as a visitor.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:44:55 +0000Gang War Bandidos Explores Denmark's notorious Bandidos motorcycle club through unprecedented access to their heavily guarded clubhouse during a legal battle threatening their existence, revealing their violent power struggle with the Hells Angels. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYR9bNiiTK0/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:44:27 +0000Thx guys for input. Dr Jacks bottom line sums it up if I go non o - either I come up with 800,000 or I get locked in with the agent method. I am 75 retired and live in Australia I holiday 4 times a year in Thailand for less then 180 days per calender. METV seems the right fit for me but concerned at some time a BKK immigration officer will discretionally disagree.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:43:13 +0000Ok but that doesn't mean it's all OK for the US to continue* to give Israel billions of dollar cash every month plus billions of rounds of ammunition, and large amounts of rockets and missiles. This is not new, t's been going on every months for decades.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:42:54 +0000Well, the men come in these places And the men are all the same You don't look at their faces And you don't ask their names You don't think of them as human You don't think of them at all You keep your mind on the money Keeping your eyes on the wall 👆 That's a mission impossible! I'm very selective when it comes to choosing a partner. (Just to be clear, I'm only interested in female partners)Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:42:28 +0000