https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenI own 3 properties in Thailand, a 2 storey house where I live, a condo in Pattaya for holidays and a town house which is rented out. All up the total value when I puchased them was 3.25 million Thai baht. That's around AU$ 147,000, that would barely be a deposit to purchase a house in Australia now, where the median price where I used to live is AU$ 1.25 million. One other thing, let's not forget the weather in Thailand, it's like being in heaven compared to Melbourne winters.Wed, 20 May 2026 22:49:30 +0000If the water is in the streets Thailand will start to build a new capital. Indonesia however is already building a new one for years. Bangkok should be moved as soon as possible, as it take decades to built a complete city with modern infrastructureWed, 20 May 2026 22:49:29 +0000Many of the challenges we face today can be traced back to the policies and actions of the Jews.Wed, 20 May 2026 22:49:25 +0000Russia loses quarter of its oil refining capacity due to drone attacks, Reuters saysWed, May 20, 2026 - 20:20 3 min Ukrainian drones hit critical enemy infrastructure https://www.rbc.ua/static/img/p/h/photo_2024_04_10_12_57_242_0dd06d0281dba91c3d43b3f4f3c99ae9_60x60.jpgDaryna Vialko https://newsukraine.rbc.ua/static/img/5/_/5_9f04036a33cfa7a244cf8585cdcec8ee_650x410.jpgPhoto: Drone strikes have destroyed a quarter of Russia's oil refining capacity (Getty Images) Practically all of the largest oil refineries in central Russia have either fully stopped or significantly reduced fuel production. This has occurred as a result of large-scale Ukrainian drone attacks, Reuters reports. Read also: Ukraine strikes Lukoil refinery in Kstovo again and more key Russian targets Scale of damage to Russian refineriesAccording to the outlet, the combined capacity of Russian facilities that have partially or fully halted operations exceeds 83 million metric tons per year (about 238,000 tons per day). Reuters sources say this represents around a quarter of Russia’s total oil refining capacity. The affected plants accounted for more than 30% of gasoline production in Russia and about 25% of diesel fuel output. Among the struck facilities are key refineries in Moscow, Yaroslavl, Nizhny Novgorod, Ryazan, and Kirishi. In particular, one of Russia’s largest refineries, Kirishi, with a capacity of 20 million tons per year, has been completely shut down since May 5. Another major facility, Nizhegorodnefteorgsintez (NORSI) with a capacity of 17 million tons, was hit today, May 20. It is currently unknown whether the plant can continue even partial operations.Wed, 20 May 2026 22:49:17 +0000Now we are sure this one is Austrian and not Austraian?Wed, 20 May 2026 22:48:43 +0000In a past life I've seen Michelin with 100000km wear written on the side of a (very small) pile of old tires in a mechanic's garage.Wed, 20 May 2026 22:45:48 +0000It is obvious that Thailand has no clue how deal with tourists. This fee could indeed be cashed by TDAC card, but how about people with workpermits, re entry visa that are not tourists and have insurance already. Thailand should do all efforts to stop the scamming and double pricing before implementing this feeWed, 20 May 2026 22:45:23 +000043k a day in icu is reasonable. Bangkok Jomtien cost me 60k!Wed, 20 May 2026 22:41:35 +0000I don't think reducing Visa exempt from 60 to 30 days for many is the full story. I wonder if a few countries will be reduced to 15 days or even require Visas (VOA maybe).Wed, 20 May 2026 22:40:00 +000015% stays longer, so 85% are nor me al tourists. Rules are made mostly for the majority. Those 15% can apply for a visa and thebproblemis solved. Besides last year we could read that many tourists were making problems jn Pai. You should think that shorter visa stays would be welcomed hereWed, 20 May 2026 22:38:38 +0000TimeWed, 20 May 2026 22:37:51 +0000It's well past time when the leaderships of the USA and Israel should've been replaced,Wed, 20 May 2026 22:35:06 +0000Off topic racist troll post removed @Rams86Wed, 20 May 2026 22:34:46 +0000I'm grateful that Biden has maintained a commitment to free speech on social media throughout his administration. He truly stands as a champion for the right to express ourselves openly.Wed, 20 May 2026 22:32:53 +0000Donald Trump would suggest that this is fake news and that K2938 has no talent and very poor ratings. Sorry K I know who has no talent and very poor ratings, just check the latest polls.Wed, 20 May 2026 22:32:08 +0000They can also play the same game as the girls and run away at the first sign of trouble. Emotional deprivation does not exist at LOS Take care of body to stay fit. And enjoy the incredible selection of beautiful short time companions, with no strings attached and no hassle. Personally, I've saved so much on my pension that I'm going to buy my own place here in Pattaya soon, even though I left my house in West to my ex-wife and children.Wed, 20 May 2026 22:28:06 +0000UPDATE Brit Tourist Critical After Pattaya Truck FallWed, 20 May 2026 22:26:42 +0000I believe that some female immigration officials have constant menopause problems on a daily basis. If in doubt use an agent.Wed, 20 May 2026 22:23:46 +0000i recall that was turning the corning of 3rd road into Soi Land Office. Maybe the family need to stump up the moneyWed, 20 May 2026 22:23:01 +0000Wed, 20 May 2026 22:19:22 +0000Israel becomes worse and worse by the dayWed, 20 May 2026 22:18:58 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/brit-tourist-critical-after-pattaya-truck-fall-r1905/A British tourist is fighting for his life, after reportedly falling from a moving pickup truck and being run over in Pattaya. Ethan Lacey, 20, from Birmingham, who had taken two months off from his factory job to visit Thailand, is on life support at a hospital in Bangkok after suffering critical head injuries in the incident on May 16. Get today's headlines by email According to local reports, Ethan was travelling in the back of a pickup truck when he either fell or was thrown off during an argument, at a busy intersection in Pattaya. Local media reported that the truck’s rear wheel ran over his head, leaving him with life-threatening injuries. Ethan’s family lost contact with him on May 15 while he was travelling across Thailand. Several days later, they discovered he was in intensive care after being alerted by a woman he was reportedly seeing in Thailand. His grandmother, Anthea Chatwin, has launched a GoFundMe appeal to help cover mounting medical expenses and maintain his life support treatment. In an update shared on the fundraising page, she said doctors had told the family Ethan had a “30% chance of survival if kept on life support for 2 weeks”. Ms Chatwin also shared details of the financial burden facing the family. She wrote that hospital costs were expected to reach between GBP800 and GBP1000 per day while Ethan remains in intensive care. In an earlier update, Ms Chatwin explained how the family located Ethan. She wrote: “We located Ethan at 5:00am on the 19th May British time, via a girl he is seeing in Thailand, he is in the ICU.” She added that Ethan’s travel insurance had expired before the accident. The family is now seeking donations to help pay medical costs and eventually return him to the UK. Ethan’s mother, father and grandmother are understood to have travelled to Thailand to be at his bedside. At the time of reporting, more than GBP2,200 had been raised through the online appeal. The case has drawn attention to the risks faced by tourists travelling in open-backed vehicles in Thailand, particularly in busy resort areas such as Pattaya. No further details about the circumstances of the crash or any police investigation have been released by authorities, who are still believed to still be searching for the pickup. The Mirror reported that Doctors are expected to continue monitoring Ethan’s condition over the coming days and weeks, while his family remains in Thailand, hoping for the best. Pictures courtesy of The Mirror Original story Foreigner-hurt-after-jumping-from-pickup-in-Pattaya Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Mirror 21 May 2026Wed, 20 May 2026 22:18:05 +0000A British tourist is fighting for his life, after reportedly falling from a moving pickup truck and being run over in Pattaya. Ethan Lacey, 20, from Birmingham, who had taken two months off from his factory job to visit Thailand, is on life support at a hospital in Bangkok after suffering critical head injuries in the incident on May 16. Get today's headlines by email According to local reports, Ethan was travelling in the back of a pickup truck when he either fell or was thrown off during an argument, at a busy intersection in Pattaya. Local media reported that the truck’s rear wheel ran over his head, leaving him with life-threatening injuries. Ethan’s family lost contact with him on May 15 while he was travelling across Thailand. Several days later, they discovered he was in intensive care after being alerted by a woman he was reportedly seeing in Thailand. His grandmother, Anthea Chatwin, has launched a GoFundMe appeal to help cover mounting medical expenses and maintain his life support treatment. In an update shared on the fundraising page, she said doctors had told the family Ethan had a “30% chance of survival if kept on life support for 2 weeks”. Ms Chatwin also shared details of the financial burden facing the family. She wrote that hospital costs were expected to reach between GBP800 and GBP1000 per day while Ethan remains in intensive care. In an earlier update, Ms Chatwin explained how the family located Ethan. She wrote: “We located Ethan at 5:00am on the 19th May British time, via a girl he is seeing in Thailand, he is in the ICU.” She added that Ethan’s travel insurance had expired before the accident. The family is now seeking donations to help pay medical costs and eventually return him to the UK. Ethan’s mother, father and grandmother are understood to have travelled to Thailand to be at his bedside. At the time of reporting, more than GBP2,200 had been raised through the online appeal. The case has drawn attention to the risks faced by tourists travelling in open-backed vehicles in Thailand, particularly in busy resort areas such as Pattaya. No further details about the circumstances of the crash or any police investigation have been released by authorities, who are still believed to still be searching for the pickup. The Mirror reported that Doctors are expected to continue monitoring Ethan’s condition over the coming days and weeks, while his family remains in Thailand, hoping for the best. Pictures courtesy of The Mirror Original story Foreigner-hurt-after-jumping-from-pickup-in-Pattaya Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Mirror 21 May 2026 View full articleWed, 20 May 2026 22:18:05 +0000Border Force: “We’ve identified a vibrating object in your luggage.” Her: “Oh thank God… I thought it was the lighter.” 😂Wed, 20 May 2026 22:16:21 +0000tbh, tired of this "xs scam or not"...ofCOZ it is SAFE...more than 5 regulatoryu licenses, strong fund priotection + insruance...what else needed for them to be considered safe?...xs is legitWed, 20 May 2026 22:14:41 +0000