https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenThink they are planning an App for that. 90 day and annual extensions included too eventually. https://www.visasupdate.com/post/thailand-thim-immigration-super-app-2026Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:38:34 +0000Is that Harrisfan's latest user name ????Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:35:56 +0000I suspect folk such as the Op, Georgegeorgia are the poster-boys to counter that conclusion...Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:31:38 +0000I used to line dry everything until some sniffer stole 30 pairs of my knickers.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:27:19 +0000Right, OK, yeah Bruce. So whenever you’re ready to tell us your air flight travel story, we’re here. Ready to listen mate.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:25:31 +0000Heniouse crimes commited in the last few years like Lee Rigby's death, the Manchester arena bombing, the 3 deaths in Nottingham, the Soutport Monster have all got 1 thing in common Brewster can you guess what it is ??Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:21:33 +0000I have been approached by the TRD about income tax, and I was approached, several years ago, by the district about condo tax.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:16:10 +0000Two examples. My girlfriend's nephew is the principal of a secondary school. He's also an English teacher. It's impossible to exchange even a few words in English with him. Another example: one day I was at a friend's restaurant. One of her friends, also an English teacher, was there that day. My friend introduced her so we could chat. It proved impossible because her English was so poor. The biggest problem is the low level of the teachers.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:16:05 +0000It doesn't matter if you download the App outside Thailand. I downloaded it and followed the registration process from germany and works very well.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:13:59 +0000Definitely not American..Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:09:30 +0000“We took out the other night, 22 ships, late at night, with no lights, because they don’t have any radar, because we blasted the crap out of it,” the president said. “That’s why oil is at $85 a barrel.” It was not immediately clear what Trump meant by “taking out” oil and ships, and how that related to consumer prices. Neither does TrumpWed, 10 Jun 2026 17:02:08 +0000Circa 2100, historians will conclude that the feminization of Western society from the late 1960's onwards was the root cause of the ultimate and total demise of Western culture. Put a woman in charge of anything, and emotional responses will overcome logic and reality at every opportunity.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:49:13 +0000Trump opened a complaint line and got 35,000 complaints about himselfThe Trump administration requested National Park visitors report exhibits deemed "negative" about Americans, aiming to restore sites as "uplifting public monuments." An analysis of 35,000 public comments, disclosed through a Sierra Club lawsuit, revealed that the vast majority sharply criticized the administration's initiative, with many calling it "un-American." Interior Secretary Doug Burgum's order targeted "inappropriate content," leading to the removal or modification of at least 59 signs and exhibits, according to the watchdog group Save Our Signs. These alterations notably affected content referring to slavery, climate change, women’s rights, and Native American history, such as exhibits on enslaved individuals at Independence National Historical Park. Public comments also included strong political criticism, with some comparing the policy to "fascist" tactics, while others expressed dismay at references to contemporary philosophies like DEI and critical race theory. Trump opened a complaint line and got 35,000 complaints about himselfWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:46:03 +0000I enjoy roasted with HP or my favourite is pat phet gra rotWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:43:50 +0000Safety is most important, dont do something that could be unsafe. Always consult an expert, AI or ask the forums as last resort. Also don't attempt yourself unless you're trained. I'm also using the 1.8 kw charger for just one more year. Oh man... Its so bloody slow. it's everyday and whole night plugged. 😁Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:43:37 +0000Trump says, "I love the inflation". All yours, MAGAs. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/10/trump-inflation-cpi-iran-oil.htmlWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:39:55 +0000Illustration: Eleanor Shakespeare/The Guardian A coalition of economists, academics and anti-poverty campaigners is mounting a direct challenge to one of the most deeply entrenched assumptions in modern politics: that economic growth is the key to ending poverty. Their message is stark. Decades of expanding GDP have failed to eliminate deprivation, they argue, while simultaneously accelerating climate breakdown and widening inequality. The Growth Promise Under Fire For generations, policymakers have relied on a simple formula: grow the economy and prosperity will eventually reach everyone. The authors of a new international roadmap say that promise has broken down. They point to stagnant wages, rising insecurity and overstretched public services across many advanced economies. While national wealth has increased, they argue, the benefits have become increasingly concentrated among those already at the top. Climate Crisis Raises the Stakes The challenge to growth economics is not only about inequality. It is also about environmental limits. The group argues that an economic model built on continuous expansion is colliding with the realities of climate change, biodiversity loss and resource depletion. As extreme weather events intensify around the world, they say the costs of maintaining the status quo are becoming impossible to ignore. A New Blueprint Takes Shape The proposed roadmap emerged from an 18-month process involving hundreds of participants, including UN agencies, trade unions, academics, governments and civil society groups. Rather than treating GDP growth as the primary measure of success, the plan focuses on reducing poverty through stronger labour rights, universal public services, affordable housing, healthcare investment and expanded social protections. Supporters say economic policy should be judged by wellbeing and human rights rather than output alone. The Global System Faces Scrutiny The authors also target international economic structures they believe trap poorer nations in cycles of debt and dependency. They argue that many developing countries spend more servicing debts than funding healthcare or education. Calls for debt relief, climate finance and fairer trade arrangements form a central part of the proposed overhaul. A Defining Choice for Governments Supporters insist poverty is not an inevitable feature of modern economies but the result of political and economic choices. That argument places governments under growing pressure. As inequality, living costs and climate risks continue to dominate public debate, policymakers face a stark question: continue pursuing growth as the primary goal, or redesign economies around social outcomes and environmental limits. The answer could shape economic policy for decades. We economists have done the maths: 'growth' is a doomed strategy – there is a better wayWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:39:06 +0000It's amusing to see non-natives discussing the (supposedly) correct pronunciation of a Thai placename. Personally, I've always wondered what the Thai pronunciation of worcestershire sauce might be, especially as an accompaniment to roasted squirrel.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:35:58 +0000Because its a good wholesome family resort these daysWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:35:32 +0000The whole point is it's the world cup so we should have a diverse range of top ranked officials from around the globe to ensure neutrality. You can't just fill it full of European referees can you - who would officiate matches that involve those European teams?Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:25:24 +0000Same as me when I am in LOS, but use one in OZ, I think it might not be a good idea to line dry in Britain.......Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:23:07 +0000A piece of paper does not make anybody "qualified" to do anything. The proof of the pudding is in the eating.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:19:35 +0000A furious political battle has erupted over jobs, energy and the future of Britain's economy, with Reform UK and the Conservatives facing fierce criticism over their opposition to net zero policies. The row centres on claims that abandoning or undermining the UK's green transition could put huge numbers of jobs at risk. Critics say the stakes could not be higher. Supporters of net zero point to a rapidly growing sector that already employs hundreds of thousands of workers and is expected to expand even further in the years ahead. The figures at the heart of the clash come from the Confederation of British Industry. According to the data, the net zero economy directly employs more than 300,000 full-time workers while supporting a total of 1.1 million jobs across the country. The sector is already worth £100 billion to the UK economy. Supporters argue it is only the beginning, with further growth expected as investment accelerates. The wider green economy adds even more weight to that argument. It directly employs a further 600,000 people, underlining the scale of the industry's footprint. The Government has also set out plans to create another 400,000 jobs through its green energy programme. Ministers say the initiative is designed to help former fossil fuel workers, school leavers, veterans, ex-offenders and unemployed people move into new careers. Training centres and colleges are planned for areas hit hard by deindustrialisation. Backers describe it as one of the most significant proposals for expanding skilled manual work in years. The contrast with Britain's oil and gas sector has become a major flashpoint. In 2023, the industry directly provided 27,500 jobs and supported around 205,000 in total. Critics of Reform UK argue that means oil and gas employment is only a fraction of the workforce supported by green industries. They also point to a long-term decline in fossil fuel employment despite government support measures. Between 2016 and 2023, the oil and gas industry shed 70,000 jobs. The much-debated Rosebank oilfield would directly generate 255 jobs over its lifetime if extraction goes ahead. Arguments over future energy supplies have intensified the dispute. Reform UK's deputy leader and energy spokesperson Richard Tice recently claimed there are "decades and decades and decades" of gas left in the North Sea. Opponents say the geological reality tells a different story. They argue that even if new licences are granted, UK gas output is projected to fall sharply by 2050 as reserves continue to decline. They also note that new extraction projects often take decades to move from approval to production. Renewable projects such as large-scale wind and solar developments can be completed far more quickly. The political rhetoric has become increasingly heated. Reform candidates have faced criticism over comments questioning climate science, while Tice has alleged that scientists fear speaking out because of concerns over research funding. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has also come under fire from critics, including former prime minister Theresa May, over claims linked to her opposition to net zero policies. The controversy deepened after Tice wrote to major energy companies warning that a future Reform government could seek to cancel renewable energy contracts agreed under the current administration. Labour MPs responded by arguing that such a move would amount to tearing up contract law. The exchange added another layer of tension to an already explosive debate. The biggest warning comes from estimates produced by Transition Economics. According to its analysis, a Reform government could result in 500,000 job losses within its first three years. That figure is projected to rise to 1.4 million by 2040. The report argues that workers currently moving from oil and gas into renewable industries would be among those most affected. Nigel Farage added fuel to the argument last year when he told Durham council employees working in climate-related roles that they should be looking for alternative careers. Supporters of net zero say the choice is clear. They argue Britain faces a decision between investing in expanding industries or backing sectors they believe are in long-term decline. The debate is also being shaped by public opinion. Critics of Reform point to polling suggesting many of the party's own voters support renewable energy and net zero measures. Questions have also been raised about party funding. One analysis cited by opponents claims that two-thirds of Reform UK's funding comes from wealthy individuals with interests in oil and gas. With the battle over jobs, energy and economic growth intensifying, the fight over Britain's green future shows no sign of cooling down. Nothing says stupidity like Reform’s obsession with destroying British jobsWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:18:18 +0000No they want Palestinian river to the sea.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:17:39 +0000So Palestinian terrorists imposed no pain?Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:13:56 +0000