https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenI can't imagine Lao prisons are any less brutal than Thai Prison's: 40 prisoners crammed into a 4m X 6M cell, only enough room to sleep sideways on the floor. One hole in the floor latrine and vile soup unless you have outside funds on deposit. Of course, if money talks as it seems to in Thai prisons, they may buy a bit more comfort, like refrigerators and massage girls.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:41:07 +0000If Trump could have "finished the job," he would have done so a long time ago. It can't and won't happen. All the recent threats are nothing more than bluster. Iran knows this. Maybe they'll make a deal the USA can live with, or maybe not. But the world economy is only a few weeks away from a humanitarian catastrophe if the straight doesn't open soon. Meanwhile, Trump is throwing parties.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:40:51 +0000Drinking is the no 1 hobby it seems.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:40:32 +0000Thanks for the AI slop 🤮 That's quite an accusation ! My reputation is tarnished I demand 1 gazillion Baht in compensation 😋Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:40:22 +0000Thanks. Yet another positive development, among others, for the North Pattaya/Wong Amat area.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:39:43 +0000Sorry--The Nation, July 1 https://www.thenation.com/article/society/prairieland-defendants-texas/Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:39:23 +0000You are talking to a computer screen and yet to notice. Ah not too bright.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:38:45 +0000In 50 years, we will enjoy global standards established through: Indian hygiene Chinese construction quality control American sports leagues European HVAC African innovation Middle Eastern religious toleranceSun, 05 Jul 2026 05:38:16 +0000So from Carman's description of events as in the Daily Mail sourced OP, the arrival of Cake's 2 friends at his condo rental had nothing to do with it.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:38:12 +0000ah you don't notice when you have a swing, that means somethingSun, 05 Jul 2026 05:37:39 +0000You start this topic every 3 months. Chile is half a world away.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:37:25 +0000You've got to draw the line somewhere but this guy went over the top. The narrative thus far has managed to avoid the subject of prostitution or what a 17 year old girl was doing at the coconut bar, or how or why she was supporting her indigent parents. Her friends from the coconut bar knew where the man lived, which indicates that this probably wasn't a one time encounter. Mentioning those subjects would not cast certain aspects of Thai culture in a positive light. Most uninitiated Western media consumers lack the wits or critical thinking skills to question any of these things. The Thais, however, know how to read between the lines. I'd put those skiving parents in an adjacent cell to the psycho Aussie.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:36:26 +0000what is a miserable expat?? I notice that almost every expat needs to drink every day... I am wondering why.. is boredom because there is nothing to do for expats except the work allowed in the workpermit. Is it the heat? is the the short evenings as it most of the time dark already at 18.30?? A lack of hobbies? All expats I know have the same issues drinking every day, but are the miserable? is ventilating an opinion always complaining? I have no idea...Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:36:24 +0000Well you got that bit right. Once the US and it's master are removed from the area..the long long process of reconciliation can begin.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:35:34 +0000Righto. And we all know what these are for. We also know what ganja is for.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:34:33 +0000I remember MalcolmB was one of the Aseannow Christmas party organizers. I'd say he met up with one of our members at the party who had a disliking for MalcolmB. It was around Christmas MalcolmB went missing, I reckon he's ended up with concrete boots, probably in Pattaya bay now.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:33:51 +0000Clear the browser cache cookies and whatnot, try a different browser. Probably a network issue, vpn, ipad’s connection via hotspot or whatever causing a slow connection. Disable auto refresh in the settings. Or just login using your “other” device.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:32:29 +0000I have decided to go to Soi 13 to either the King's Table or the Sportsman. They are opposite each other, have the same ownership and menu, so I'll look how the land lies tomorrow. I had a very good brekkie at the Sportsman during the Ashes, so no worries about the standard of food. Thanks to everyone for their suggestions.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:32:16 +0000Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:32:14 +0000So your son is now dating an ex cop by the sounds of it.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:30:48 +0000Let's hope you're right... But even the "progressive" People Party wants to toughen the long term visas selection process. Seems the Thai people don't want foreigners and the rule of demagogy obliges..Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:30:39 +0000Why would you want to fly China Southern Airlines? Assuming you are in Bangkok, you'd be flying several hours in the wrong direction, then waiting for the next flight to Australia (doubling back). Singapore Airlines is another option with a stopover at Changi.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:30:39 +0000As no valid supporting link is supplied, topic has been moved to “off the beaten track.”Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:24:37 +0000I am not allowed to use the 🤡 Emoji regards worgeordieSun, 05 Jul 2026 05:24:16 +0000If one is not connected to the grid, then there is really nothing to whine about.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:23:54 +0000