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<rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Thailand news</title><link>https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/</link><description>National and regional news from all around Thailand</description><language>en</language><item><title>World History in Thailand - lack of or Arrogance?</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1297437-world-history-in-thailand-lack-of-or-arrogance/?do=findComment&comment=20520547]]></link><description>The history I learned in school was shallow and lacked balance, and believe there is not one country who are not protecting their own history.   History is shaped by country, culture, politics, religion, and by who tells the story.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:42:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>radiator coolant replaced by reservoir empty</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395192-radiator-coolant-replaced-by-reservoir-empty/?do=findComment&comment=20520546]]></link><description>You&#x2019;re way overthinking it. After each drive, pop the hood and fill the reservoir with coolant until the level remains steady after a couple few days. Then check it periodically as normal. The radiator will be fine ss long as it has coolant.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:41:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Trump Says Iran Deal 'Largely Negotiated', Hormuz to Reopen</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395228-trump-says-iran-deal-largely-negotiated-hormuz-to-reopen/?do=findComment&comment=20520545]]></link><description>If you want truth about this "non-war," look elsewhere. The fearful leader can't help himself from lying, it's what he does.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:37:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Cover your /s</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395201-cover-your-s/?do=findComment&comment=20520544]]></link><description>I thought it was spelled "pheasant". /s</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:36:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Secret Service Responds to Gunfire Reports Near White House</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395234-secret-service-responds-to-gunfire-reports-near-white-house/?do=findComment&comment=20520543]]></link><description>Many moons ago, I took a business trip to DC and decided to drive my rental to gawk at the White House after work. I took the main drive that went to the front of the building. I then took a left hand turn, and not two blocks away I prayed to the powers that be my car didn't break down. The WORST looking ghetto I'd ever seen. I can't imagine things have gotten any better since.  And, if any of the AN admin are interested, I can't add graphics to this post, only text.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:35:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>radiator coolant replaced by reservoir empty</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395192-radiator-coolant-replaced-by-reservoir-empty/?do=findComment&comment=20520542]]></link><description>This is what the dude wrote.  I don't wanna be skeptical but I couldnt trust his skill as a mechanic.</description><enclosure url="https://assets.aseannow.com/forum/uploads/monthly_2026_05/IMG_20260524_092803.jpg.1dd488df3312ed44c1e640468ba3ee7e.jpg" length="46822" type="image/jpeg"/><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:30:59 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Word Association - 2026</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1383425-word-association-2026/?do=findComment&comment=20520541]]></link><description>Approve</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:30:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it fair for older men to date much younger women?</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395211-is-it-fair-for-older-men-to-date-much-younger-women/?do=findComment&comment=20520540]]></link><description>If it were me, and I have been in this situattion, my motive was that me and a beautiful girl get a good time in bed.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:30:29 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>The Quiet Frustration of Being Called &#x201C;Farang&#x201D;</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395237-the-quiet-frustration-of-being-called-farang/?do=findComment&comment=20520539]]></link><description>Look on the bright side: i feel it's more common these days to be called 'boss' by a Thai who doesn't know you, rather than 'YOU!'.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:30:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Volvo Responds to SUV Fire on Thai Motorway</title><link>https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/volvo-responds-to-suv-fire-on-thai-motorway-r1964/</link><description>Volvo Car Thailand says an initial examination indicates that a fire involving a Volvo XC60 SUV on Motorway M81 in Nakhon Pathom did not originate from the vehicle&#x2019;s high-voltage battery area. The fire occurred on Thursday in the outbound lane of the Nonthaburi-Kanchanaburi motorway, destroying much of the plug-in hybrid vehicle.  Get today's headlines by email   The occupants, a couple and their two children, escaped safely before the fire spread through the SUV. According to the driver, a yellow warning light appeared on the dashboard shortly before smoke began coming from the hood. He then noticed a burning smell followed by flames emerging from underneath the vehicle.  The company issued a statement on Friday in response to growing public concern surrounding Volvo vehicles in Thailand. In its letter, Volvo Car Thailand said: &#x201C;Based on a preliminary examination of images from the incident, together with information gathered from people at the scene, the company found that the source of the heat or fire did not originate from the high-voltage battery area.&#x201D;  However, the exact cause of the fire has not yet been identified. Volvo said the investigation remains ongoing and that additional findings would be released once the full facts have been established.  The incident has attracted attention because it follows two separate fires involving Volvo EX30 electric vehicles in Thailand earlier this month. Those incidents prompted increased scrutiny from drivers and social media users concerned about the safety of electric and hybrid vehicles.  The XC60 involved in the motorway fire is a plug-in hybrid model that operates using both petrol and electric power. The EX30, which has also faced questions following recent fires, is a fully battery-electric vehicle.  Industry observers say fires involving electric and hybrid vehicles often draw heightened attention because of concerns about lithium-ion battery systems, even when investigations later point to other causes. Volvo&#x2019;s statement appears aimed at addressing speculation that the battery system was responsible in the latest case.  The Bangkokpost reported that authorities and Volvo engineers are expected to continue examining the damaged vehicle to determine where the fire started and what triggered it. The company said any further developments from the investigation would be communicated publicly.  Related story  Volvo-faces-inquiry-over-ex30-battery-fires-in-Thailand  Join the discussion?   Already a member?    Adapted by ASEAN Now Bangkokpost 24 May 2026</description><enclosure url="https://assets.aseannow.com/forum/uploads/monthly_2026_05/IMG_2795.png.0e673e158c85f6fb3e3230d1e459baf5.png" length="2171292" type="image/png"/><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:29:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Volvo Responds to SUV Fire on Thai Motorway</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395240-volvo-responds-to-suv-fire-on-thai-motorway/?do=findComment&comment=20520538]]></link><description>Volvo Car Thailand says an initial examination indicates that a fire involving a Volvo XC60 SUV on Motorway M81 in Nakhon Pathom did not originate from the vehicle&#x2019;s high-voltage battery area. The fire occurred on Thursday in the outbound lane of the Nonthaburi-Kanchanaburi motorway, destroying much of the plug-in hybrid vehicle.  Get today's headlines by email   The occupants, a couple and their two children, escaped safely before the fire spread through the SUV. According to the driver, a yellow warning light appeared on the dashboard shortly before smoke began coming from the hood. He then noticed a burning smell followed by flames emerging from underneath the vehicle.  The company issued a statement on Friday in response to growing public concern surrounding Volvo vehicles in Thailand. In its letter, Volvo Car Thailand said: &#x201C;Based on a preliminary examination of images from the incident, together with information gathered from people at the scene, the company found that the source of the heat or fire did not originate from the high-voltage battery area.&#x201D;  However, the exact cause of the fire has not yet been identified. Volvo said the investigation remains ongoing and that additional findings would be released once the full facts have been established.  The incident has attracted attention because it follows two separate fires involving Volvo EX30 electric vehicles in Thailand earlier this month. Those incidents prompted increased scrutiny from drivers and social media users concerned about the safety of electric and hybrid vehicles.  The XC60 involved in the motorway fire is a plug-in hybrid model that operates using both petrol and electric power. The EX30, which has also faced questions following recent fires, is a fully battery-electric vehicle.  Industry observers say fires involving electric and hybrid vehicles often draw heightened attention because of concerns about lithium-ion battery systems, even when investigations later point to other causes. Volvo&#x2019;s statement appears aimed at addressing speculation that the battery system was responsible in the latest case.  The Bangkokpost reported that authorities and Volvo engineers are expected to continue examining the damaged vehicle to determine where the fire started and what triggered it. The company said any further developments from the investigation would be communicated publicly.  Related story  Volvo-faces-inquiry-over-ex30-battery-fires-in-Thailand  Join the discussion?   Already a member?    Adapted by ASEAN Now Bangkokpost 24 May 2026 

 
View full article</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:29:38 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tell me about older female expats</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395227-tell-me-about-older-female-expats/?do=findComment&comment=20520537]]></link><description>I would feel terrible for the immigration official who is tasked with reading this forum.  Thank God that would never happen</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:27:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Is it fair for older men to date much younger women?</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395211-is-it-fair-for-older-men-to-date-much-younger-women/?do=findComment&comment=20520536]]></link><description>When you take responsibility, it is different from some older men who date for sport and try to collect as many women as possible. Especially women who are serious and vulnerable women who actually hope for something long term.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:25:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Secret Service Responds to Gunfire Reports Near White House</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395234-secret-service-responds-to-gunfire-reports-near-white-house/?do=findComment&comment=20520535]]></link><description>Obviously just "typical tourist behavior".  Like Ashley Babbit's family, this guy's family should be entitled to a sizable chunk of change to compensate for their loss. Take it from Trump's new slush fund.  Also, any law enforcement or DoJ mentions of this incident will be removed from the official record, as thy would just be "partisan propaganda" (https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/us--justice-department-jan-6-125533895.html)  It is Trump and the Republicans who have condoned political violence. Trump pardoned those who, at best, were like this latest actor, but in reality represented an even greater threat to public order and the lives of elected officials, not to mention democracy itself. Now Trump even wants to compensate the convicted 6 Jan crowd with US Taxpayer money. Also, recall when in a State of the Union speech President Biden said, "Political violence has no place in America". Not a single Republican stood or applauded.  You reap what you sow.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:25:14 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>UK facing &#x2018;economic catastrophe&#x2019; over lost generation- jobs tsar</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395198-uk-facing-economic-catastrophe-over-lost-generation-jobs-tsar/?do=findComment&comment=20520534]]></link><description>Yeah how so little changes.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:24:02 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Cover your /s</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395201-cover-your-s/?do=findComment&comment=20520533]]></link><description><![CDATA[It obviously came from XML. &lt;Sarcasm&gt;     Blah blah blah &lt;/Sarcasm&gt;]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:22:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>The Quiet Frustration of Being Called &#x201C;Farang&#x201D;</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395237-the-quiet-frustration-of-being-called-farang/?do=findComment&comment=20520532]]></link><description>As long as it's not "&#xE21;&#xE31;&#xE19;", pronounced ''man','meaning 'it' thing or an animal basically, used derogotarily by some Thais describing foreigners.  See old TV thread 22 years ago.......</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:20:30 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Ben-Gvir fury exposes the hard-line face of modern Israel</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395154-ben-gvir-fury-exposes-the-hard-line-face-of-modern-israel/?do=findComment&comment=20520531]]></link><description>I think it's well beyond time to start calling this for what it is, and push for international action against the Israeli regime. Seventy thousand (70,000) dead in the enclave of Gaza - which is by now pretty much scorched earth with no chance of native repopulation. The West Bank has violent right wing settlers out of control, killing, burning and confiscating Palestinian land - and the 'authorities' (like IDF) do nothing to stop it - maybe even help it along.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:19:32 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>UK facing &#x2018;economic catastrophe&#x2019; over lost generation- jobs tsar</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395198-uk-facing-economic-catastrophe-over-lost-generation-jobs-tsar/?do=findComment&comment=20520530]]></link><description>Thats  a song from 40 years ago Everton sung it when they won the first division and Jimmy Hill was commentating</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:18:56 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>World History in Thailand - lack of or Arrogance?</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1297437-world-history-in-thailand-lack-of-or-arrogance/?do=findComment&comment=20520529]]></link><description><![CDATA[I like my well rounded education, but TBH, most I learned doesn't have a practical use in day to day life.   Basically learned how to apply for a low paying job back in the day.  School district had just started teaching 'trades', a year or so prior to options to choose, which I didn't take advantage of.  Great to know, personal choice, but history, Spanish, French, Latin, English Lit, art &amp; music were totally useless for everyday life.]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:18:27 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Cover your /s</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395201-cover-your-s/?do=findComment&comment=20520528]]></link><description>Frenchies got great humor, germans to,</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:13:17 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>UK facing &#x2018;economic catastrophe&#x2019; over lost generation- jobs tsar</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395198-uk-facing-economic-catastrophe-over-lost-generation-jobs-tsar/?do=findComment&comment=20520527]]></link><description>LOL. "Chin up! Mustn't grumble! Worse troubles at sea!" What a miserable place. Was there recently. Anyway, they've got their footie matches to entertain them - with single players earning more than the operaring budgets of the average mid-size town. 'Ere we go, ere we go, ere we go!'</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:10:52 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>UK lifestyles supported by borrowed money !</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395239-uk-lifestyles-supported-by-borrowed-money/?do=findComment&comment=20520526]]></link><description>Yada yada yada... You Brits need to try and keep up and stop whining...  AI Overview The U.S. federal budget deficit for Fiscal Year 2026&#x2014;which began on October 1, 2025&#x2014;is projected to surpass \(\$2\) trillion, with early monthly statements indicating a wider gap compared to the previous year. The Treasury reported massive early outlays to kick off the fiscal year, with mounting pressure from high-interest debt and expanded retirement obligations. [1, 2, 3] A chronological breakdown of the published U.S. government deficits for the first several months of FY 2026 highlights the escalating trajectory: [1] October 2025: Deficit of \(\$284.4\) billion (Revenues: \(\$404.4\) billion | Outlays: \(\$688.7\) billion). This notably exceeded expectations due to complex budget adjustments and high-interest payments. January 2026: Deficit of \(\$95\) billion (Revenues: \(\$560\) billion | Outlays: \(\$655\) billion). This month saw significant outlays for military, veteran benefits, and Medicare. [1, 2] You can track and download the official, ongoing data updates directly through the U.S. Treasury Monthly Treasury Statement platform. [1]</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:10:51 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>UK facing &#x2018;economic catastrophe&#x2019; over lost generation- jobs tsar</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395198-uk-facing-economic-catastrophe-over-lost-generation-jobs-tsar/?do=findComment&comment=20520525]]></link><description>I don't see anywhere in the OP where it claims these were white young people. Probably about Islamic illegals in their 30s claiming to be teenagers.</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:09:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Tell me about older female expats</title><link><![CDATA[https://aseannow.com/topic/1395227-tell-me-about-older-female-expats/?do=findComment&comment=20520524]]></link><description>oh diddums, English language issues again.......Get some AI slop to do a summary.....</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 02:09:02 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
