https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenAnd many of the lazy slobs are foreigners, who genuinely hate us , and who have not contributed to the system , and never will Does that make me racist ? probablySat, 04 Jul 2026 08:44:31 +0000Overrated - Queen for sure. Pink Floyd, Van Halen, KISS, Allman Brothers, Van Halen, Meatloaf Best/iconic though (some) may not be chart toppers: RUSH Nazareth Bad Company Zeppelin Black Sabbath Deep Purple Slade AC/DC Aerosmith Jimi HendrixSat, 04 Jul 2026 08:44:27 +0000They are not smearing. On the contrary, they are frustrated by the destruction of the concepts of self responsibility, accountability, and self support. Your world pushed by the Burnhams, Reeves, Miliband, Kinnock, Khan, Livingstone, Corbyn et al relies on forcing a small group of workers and independent thinkers to support a growing number of lazy parasites.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:44:16 +0000As an aside, I also wonder why it seems so hard to now go back to the moon with a manned mission considering they made it so many times in the Apollo missions with less computing power that a modern calculator so long ago, and now it seems so complicated... and if you look at the proposals for doing it again, it is way more complicated than back in the late 60s. It should be a sinch or routine now to return considering the advancement between then and now. Seems odd to me with the tech we have now that they are still making excuses for not returning. Yes, the recent Artemus mission worked but they just did a fly-by orbit of the moon and didn't land. I'm not a conspiracy theorist but it's a tough one to swallow that returning is so hard if it was done so well multiple times back in the day over 50 years ago.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:43:54 +0000Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:43:16 +0000The Sealion 7 has a towing mode function which allows the car to be left in neutral while the doors are locked and the parking brake is off.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:43:09 +0000Americans face record summer power bills as heat soarsAmericans are bracing for the most expensive summer on record to keep their homes cool, with soaring electricity prices and relentless heat driving household energy bills sharply higher. A new analysis from the National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA) estimates the average household will spend about $792 on electricity between June and September—up more than 10% from last summer—as forecasters warn of another season of extreme temperatures. Heat and Prices Create Costly Double Blow The surge reflects a combination of rising electricity prices and growing demand for air conditioning during increasingly intense heatwaves. Since 2020, average summer cooling costs have climbed by nearly 40%, with inflation-adjusted costs still significantly higher than they were six years ago. NEADA Executive Director Mark Wolfe warned that households are using more electricity simply to stay safe during prolonged periods of dangerous heat, leaving many families facing mounting financial pressure. Millions Already Struggling to Pay The report estimates that one in six American households is already behind on utility bills. Lower-income families are being hit hardest, with nearly 40% of households earning less than $50,000 reporting difficulties keeping up with energy payments. Campaigners warn that rising cooling costs are forcing some families to choose between paying electricity bills and covering essentials such as food, rent or medication. No Region Escapes the Squeeze Electricity costs are expected to rise across every region of the United States, with some of the steepest increases forecast in the South Atlantic and Mountain states. Parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana are expected to record some of the country's highest summer cooling bills. Meteorologists also predict widespread above-average temperatures stretching from the West Coast to the Southeast, increasing demand for electricity throughout the season. Pressure Grows for Government Action With existing assistance programmes struggling to keep pace with rising costs, NEADA is urging Congress to increase funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program for the 2027 fiscal year. As another summer of record-breaking heat unfolds, the challenge is becoming increasingly clear: for millions of Americans, staying cool is no longer just a comfort—it is an essential expense that is becoming steadily harder to afford. Americans to be hit with record-high electricity bills this summer | The IndependentSat, 04 Jul 2026 08:42:35 +0000So, what are you trying to say exactly?Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:41:08 +0000I had the same experience at least 15 years ago. I presume I was bitten by some sort of insect, my temperature and blood pressure were both out of control and I couldn't stop vomiting like bile, I stayed there for 3 days. The food was less than ordinary and this was a private hospital. My health insurance paid the bill and of course there was an excess I had to pay. I still have no idea what was the reason for my hospitalization. I did recover fully in 10 days with no repercussions in the future.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:40:33 +0000I believe the people most worried are from the shrinking pool of taxpayers who will be expected to shoulder more of the burden of supporting the population of lazy slobs who are on handouts.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:39:17 +0000There is nothing "not recent" about banking apps.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:38:42 +0000Have you ever tried fermenting your oats for a few days? Keeps nicely in the fridge when ready. Makes one of the most potent probiotic concoctions I've ever used.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:38:00 +0000I could not agree more , and you should forward your post to the UK's Crown Prosecution Service , they appear to think differently , Must be terrible living there now, worse that it ever wasSat, 04 Jul 2026 08:37:47 +0000That’s really nice… …though hard telling how well it was assembled with it hiding in the photo. We’ll have to wait and see after hitting the first couple of potholes.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:36:16 +0000Ai has also helped to uncover who operated the camera when the Apollo 11 Lanar Lander took off from the moon at 20,000 miles per hour. It was a tricky shot to capture and some brave man had to stay behind to do it since NASA couldn't get around the signal delay from earth. Though he wasn't first on the moon, and has largely been forgotten, for the sacrifice he made, Tyrone Shoelaces may just be the Greatest Astronaut Ever Tyrone shoelaces.mp4Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:35:24 +0000Only a few links are allowed to be opened as live links on the site the rest have to be opened in a separate browser. I have now amended the above post link to open from a source link. try it you will be amazed.....Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:35:20 +0000This is from AI (to confirm what I already suspected). Attacking Iran was the first stage in neutralizing Hezbollah. Hezbollah is a negative force in Lebanon.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:34:09 +0000What piece of Jordan has Israel sought? What piece of Syria are you referring to? Do you mean the Golan heights where the Syrians previously stationed their artillery and rockets and would bombard israel? Syria lost it in a war it initiated. The local Druze villagers don't want the Syrians back either. This is historically Druze dominated and controlled land on both sides of the demarcation truce line. After the fall of Assad, muslim militias attacked the border areas in an attempt to depopulate and drive off the Druze. Israel intervened to protect the Druze. Would you like to see the Druze killed and exiled? How do you propose to protect the Druze and ensure their survival?Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:33:58 +0000That would be true but in this particular case he's harming America just as much as the goon is harming the world. Of course he doesn't have the wherewithal, the consciousness or the presence of mind to know any of that.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:33:53 +0000nah Europe is overwhelmed The Thai model would not be able to cope they don't actually deport that many Europe and the UK in particular need to follow Americas example , We might be in with a chance with Farage and or Rupert Lowe at the helm but I am not overly optimistic at presentSat, 04 Jul 2026 08:33:48 +0000Record Heat Derails Fourth of July CelebrationsAmerica's Independence Day celebrations have been disrupted by a dangerous heatwave that has forced major events to be cancelled, delayed or temporarily shut down as temperatures soar across the eastern United States. More than 165 million people were under heat alerts on Friday, with forecasters warning that extreme temperatures and high humidity could create life-threatening conditions throughout the holiday weekend. Parades Cancelled as Safety Takes Priority Among the highest-profile casualties was Philadelphia's flagship Independence Day parade, which organisers cancelled over fears for public safety. Events in Washington, DC, and several other states were also called off or scaled back as officials warned the risks were simply too great. The Great American State Fair on the National Mall was temporarily closed after multiple people were treated for heat-related illnesses. Emergency crews said at least 11 people were taken to hospital by ambulance during the event. Capital Braces for More Extreme Conditions Authorities also delayed public access to the annual Capitol Fourth concert as temperatures climbed towards record levels. Despite the conditions, President Donald Trump is still expected to address an outdoor event marking the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations. The president has indicated he intends to proceed with the appearance, even as forecasters predict temperatures exceeding 100F, with humidity pushing the apparent temperature above 110F in some areas. Emergency Services Under Pressure Fire and emergency officials warned they expect a surge in heat-related medical incidents as millions gather for outdoor celebrations. Witnesses at events in Washington described people requiring immediate treatment after struggling in the intense heat. Officials have urged residents and visitors to stay hydrated, seek shade where possible and limit prolonged exposure during the hottest parts of the day. Heatwave Shows No Sign of Easing Meteorologists say the current spell is among the most severe of the year, with some cities approaching or threatening long-standing temperature records. The widespread nature of the heat, stretching from the Midwest to the East Coast, has made it particularly dangerous. The extreme conditions follow record-breaking temperatures across parts of Europe and add to growing concerns about the increasing frequency and intensity of major heatwaves affecting millions of people around the world. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cevlkzer7vdoSat, 04 Jul 2026 08:33:47 +0000https://aseannow.com/topic/1298442-leaving-the-bar-stool/page/9/#comment-20582884Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:33:30 +0000So while wearing full suits, that couldn't bend, they took boots on and off. this on/off, was it done while they couldn't bend inside the lander, or outside the lander? Let's say one guy fully suited up and the other put his boots on him while unsuited (inside lander). How did the second guy get his boots on/off after suiting up? You ever worn a dry suit? 10x more flexable than a spacesuit, but still really hard to get your own fins on or off.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:32:51 +0000Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:32:06 +0000I just can't see that happening, and I've spent a fair bit of time looking into how these agreements actually work. Yes, if he pleads guilty, the death penalty could be reduced to life imprisonment. But the evidence against him appears overwhelming, so a conviction seems highly likely. Given the international attention this case has attracted, I think the Thai authorities will want to demonstrate that violent crime against visitors is dealt with firmly. I can't see a judge handing down a dramatically reduced sentence simply because compensation is paid. As for serving his sentence in Australia, that's not how it works. Under the prisoner transfer arrangements, he can't simply be sent home after a few years. He would first have to serve a significant part of his sentence in Thailand before he could even apply for a transfer. Any transfer would also require the agreement of both the Thai and Australian governments. For those reasons, I don't believe there's any realistic prospect of him being back in Australia after seven years, and certainly not avoiding a lengthy spell in a Thai prison.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:31:35 +0000