https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenHow is that going? They are still running the show... They still have their enrichted Uranium stockpile... So?Mon, 25 May 2026 13:19:36 +0000How convenient for billionaires and trumps buds that trump has pretty much gutted the SEC stopped investigations into insider trading and his rear kissing lackies at DOJ would never dare to actually bring charges against trump or any of his buddies unless directed by the orange man...it's good to be rich and be in on inside info that can make you millions in a matter of days with zero repercussions, pesky investigations, and your biggest worry is which new jet or villa to buy...the only "negative" is you owe trump bigly for the info so he has you by the short hairs to demand you lick his boots and make appropriate crypto purchases to show your appreciation or throw a few million into some hidden dark money pac chosen by trump to defeat some perceived enemy on demand. Drag Iran out for months and send markets up/down with a few tweets. Key actions taken to scale back SEC oversight include: Slashed Enforcement Actions: New SEC enforcement cases fell by 27% to 313 in the agency’s 2025 financial year, marking the lowest level of enforcement actions in a decade. [1] Removal of Investigative Power: SEC leadership under Trump removed the delegated authority of staff to issue formal orders of investigation. Without these orders, enforcement staff cannot issue document and testimony subpoenas. [1] Dismissed Cryptocurrency Cases: The SEC dropped, froze, or settled numerous high-profile crypto enforcement actions, halting investigations into major industry players such as Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, and Ripple. [1, 2] Purged Career Officials: Trump’s administration purged top career oversight and enforcement officials, while his executive orders restricted independent regulatory agencies by subjecting their major policies and investigations to White House review. [1, 2, 3] For more details on the specific cases and policies impacted, you can review the full Public Citizen Corporate Enforcement Report or explore the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance analysis.Mon, 25 May 2026 13:19:20 +0000I attended Obama's inauguration for kicks. The left is a cult. Do you ever listen to the Dems? They sound like a cult.Mon, 25 May 2026 13:16:54 +0000Are you going to lie in bed all night, wondering why someone dared to give you a thumbs down?Mon, 25 May 2026 13:15:06 +0000I tell Thais I'm Khun Khon KaenMon, 25 May 2026 13:13:42 +0000Sorry I forgot how the US got flooded with Obama golden sneakers, Obama bibles, or Obama watches! 😂 Oh, I nearly forgot Obama passport, Obama golden statue blessed by a clergyman, Obama giant statue in his library, flags with Obama's face on official buildings.... 🤣 Anyway, there's currently no personality cult on the left, while there is an obvious one on the right.Mon, 25 May 2026 13:13:42 +0000The government wants to be invaded.Mon, 25 May 2026 13:12:28 +0000How much does your wife earn?Mon, 25 May 2026 13:12:07 +0000But can foreigners start / hold health insurance policies with Thai Health insurers?Mon, 25 May 2026 13:11:55 +0000Note to self: Always check you pilot isn't Stevie Wonder...Mon, 25 May 2026 13:11:49 +0000Paragliders should use ADS-B. Then I read: Unlike the US, Europe does not have a blanket ADS-B mandate for smaller, general aviation aircraft flying under Visual Flight Rules (VFR).Mon, 25 May 2026 13:08:02 +0000See weblink below for full story. https://www.car250.com/laos-ice-ev.htmlMon, 25 May 2026 13:07:21 +0000Mon, 25 May 2026 13:06:41 +0000Well if the UK had any sort of deterrent ( like Iran) perhaps they wouldn't be ? but we see they have no deterrent by the numbers of illegal rubber dinghy invaders that they dismally and consistently fail to stop.Mon, 25 May 2026 13:04:18 +0000You know how they always say no money, no honey? I think it's really no honey, more money! 🤪Mon, 25 May 2026 13:03:07 +0000It's time for French to pay reparations.Mon, 25 May 2026 13:02:28 +0000Among BEV, Hybrid, and ICE vehicles it appears "Battery EV" (i.e. 100% electric) are now routinely outselling hybrid and ICE in Thailand. And ICE sales are rapidly declining for 2026....even pickup truck sales are rolling off. See car250.com article for full story and graphics....a few key snapshots from the article also below. https://www.car250.com/th-sael-04-2569.html For Apr 2026 For Jan-Apr 2026Mon, 25 May 2026 13:01:11 +0000The study in questing does not match the headlines. Although Japan recorded the world’s highest rate of COVID-19 messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) vaccination doses per capita, COVID-19 cases and deaths exploded after the emergence of the Omicron variant, followed by a significant increase in excess deaths in 2022 and 2023. Although several hypotheses have been proposed to explain these phenomena, the truth remains to be established because sufficient studies and data disclosures have not been conducted to adequately investigate the possible contribution of mRNA vaccines. The causes of the excess deaths from not only COVID-19 but also other factors after repeated mRNA vaccinations must be elucidated, given this could provide valuable information to help combat future infectious disease outbreaks. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12095670/Mon, 25 May 2026 13:00:02 +0000At this point Thai authorities should make Nigerians ineligible for any visa outside of maybe Diplomatic visas - its just not worth the hassle.Mon, 25 May 2026 12:59:13 +0000Sorry I forgot the /S in my reply regarding the Bht 200. And you did not recognise it as such. What's that about your 23 year old wife got to do with it /SMon, 25 May 2026 12:59:05 +0000My driving licence will expire this year end. I tried to book an appointment with the DLT Smart Queue App same i did the last time. But now the app show absolutely no free available date this year 2026 and even no date available for 2027. Someone else had this expierence and know maybe whats going on there? Last time i did not know about the DLT app and i just walked to Phuket town to extend my driving licence and they told me the earliest possible date is in 3-5 months, so i downloaded the App (someone gave me this advice at the officer) and booked an appointment the next day. If i try to book an appointment in Phang na for example its possible to book the appointment with the app but for Phuket no available slot.Mon, 25 May 2026 12:59:03 +0000Bumrungrad Heart Valve Center Bangkok Heart Hospital Veijthani Hospital I doubt you will get it significantly cheaper than 1.3 - 1.6 Mill Baht. Maybe this year near to 2 Mill, Try. And Good Luck for you. 🙏Mon, 25 May 2026 12:58:58 +0000How old is she?Mon, 25 May 2026 12:58:26 +0000Yeah, but again, I'd rather play it safe, go the legal route and cough up an additional 5K a year and not worry. And just how much of a "hassle" is it really to renew it every 30 days?!Mon, 25 May 2026 12:57:35 +0000Your post provides good advice. I use WISE and find it great option for transfers at lower end. In my case 100k per month. I have also used them for much larger transfers for Real estate. My understanding is better option for large amounts. I use WISE as familiar with it and it's instant. Folk could search in banking forumMon, 25 May 2026 12:57:33 +0000