https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenWhen in HK for my first time, I arrived at my hotel's crowded footpath in my limo, and the doorman said 'gweilo, delay no more' to welcome me before quickly taking my bags to my room. At the time I didn't know what he really meant, so I gave him a fat tip thinking it was a warm welcome.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:35:30 +0000Still time to hold on to oil stocks, even if Trump claims a victory and agreements are signed. It's gonna take 6+ months to get inventories anywhere near "normal" again. And if King Don is stupid enough to bomb Iran again? Oil stock will be goin' "Cha-Ching."Mon, 25 May 2026 06:35:02 +0000No it's not BECAUSE the 60 days was only ever temporary - go back to 2020 and for many years before, it was 30 days. We've all had a freebie for a few years and, as I've said elsewhere, the status quo has been restored.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:34:56 +0000Paraglider escapes death after plane clips chute in midair collision A paraglider has caught a death-defying collision on camera after a small plane clipped her canopy, sending her spiralling thousands of feet above the Austrian Alps. A 44-year-old woman was paragliding over the Piesendorf area of Salzburg on Saturday when a pilot flying a scenic flight struck her, Salzburg State Police say. The 28-year-old pilot told authorities he was unable to avoid the collision. "The propeller of the motor plane severely damaged the paraglider, prompting the experienced paraglider to deploy her reserve parachute," police said. https://www.1news.co.nz/2026/05/25/paraglider-escapes-death-after-plane-clips-chute-in-midair-collision/Mon, 25 May 2026 06:34:35 +0000Anyone who puts a toddler in the back of a pickup is retarded. Not too mention the obvious over speeding on wet roadsMon, 25 May 2026 06:33:52 +0000'OK, try epoxy glue eg Araldite. Plus some screws or rivets.' This is what I posted 4 hours ago. Hope you get it fixed before your next journey.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:30:36 +0000Jews unlawfulness is not a fact though , its just your Anti Sematic opinionMon, 25 May 2026 06:30:19 +0000I'm taking that as a troll post, but what "refugee group" are you a part of?Mon, 25 May 2026 06:30:02 +0000That's probably to do with the crackdown there on these types. The islanders had had enough and got tough.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:28:18 +0000No, if you have read my post I suggested to buy glue AND bring it to any shop that use rivets in their line of work OR to the condoes technecian. Glue alone wont do any good, why do you think the manufacturer used rivets in the first place!!!Mon, 25 May 2026 06:27:42 +0000Mon, 25 May 2026 06:27:36 +0000There are serviced residences in Bangkok, and then there are addresses. La Clef Bangkok by The Crest Collection is the latter. As the first Crest Collection property in Thailand, it is a considered take on what extended city living can actually feel like when the people behind it care about the details. Built on a sense of placeThe Crest Collection builds properties that feel like they belong somewhere. Each one is designed to reflect the character of its location rather than impose a template on it. In Bangkok, that plays out through a balance of Thai warmth and French-inspired sensibility. The interiors are comfortable, not lavish for the sake of it, but also not minimalist to the point of feeling bare. There is a personal quality to the spaces that you notice fairly quickly, and it is what separates La Clef Bangkok from the kind of luxury that feels the same whether you are in Dubai or Singapore. The property is part of a portfolio that includes addresses in Paris, and that heritage shows through the care taken with the smaller things. For someone settling into Bangkok for weeks or months, that kind of attention makes a difference. Designed for living, not just stayingBookings start at 30 nights, perfect for those actually spending time in Bangkok, whether it may be professionals in the middle of a posting, couples who want a proper base, or families who need real space and real comfort. Residences run from studios at 38 sqm up to two-bedroom layouts at 95 sqm, giving guests enough space for comfortable day-to-day living. The service philosophy here is called Art de Vivre ( loosely, the art of living well), and it shows up in the butler team assigned to each resident. Their job is to stay ahead of what you need rather than wait to be asked. That might mean unpacking when you arrive, drawing an aromatherapy bath after a long flight, or setting up the dining space for a quiet dinner in. The units themselves are furnished with custom-made pieces and original artwork chosen specifically for the property. European kitchen appliances and built-in features, akin to a well-appointed private home rather than a rental, and Omazz mattresses with proper soundproofing mean the sleep quality matches everything else. The gym, the pool, and the 24-hour concierge are all there when you need them, well-maintained and run with the same care as the rest of the building. Location, location, locationLocated steps from BTS Thong Lo in Sukhumvit Soi 38, it sits in a part of Bangkok that expats and long-term residents tend to gravitate toward for good reason; it works. Restaurants, cafés, markets, and everyday conveniences are close by, and the neighbourhood has a lively energy. From Thong Lo BTS, the rest of the city is easy to reach. Asoke and Silom for work, Phrom Phong and Siam for shopping, international schools and hospitals for families on longer stays. It is the kind of location that stops being something you think about after the first week, which is exactly what you want. A residence that leaves an impressionWhat La Clef Bangkok offers is harder to pin down than a list of features. It is the feeling that the property was put together by people who thought carefully about what it is actually like to live somewhere for an extended period. For professionals, families, and anyone spending real time in Bangkok, it is an address worth knowing about. Details at a glance: 📍 8/1 Soi Sukhumvit 38, Phra Khanong, Klongtoei, Bangkok 10110 📞 (+66) 0 2 483 3838 Facebook | Instagram: @laclefbangkok SponsoredMon, 25 May 2026 06:26:55 +0000Make it 15 day VOA on presentation of hard copy criminal record report on entry.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:26:52 +0000Bit suprising as Hormuz only affects 20% of the world oil. Suspect the New World Order anti-oil types are deliberately making it much worse than it should be. Or the horrendously expensive solar and wind farms are completely pointless and not contributing anything at all.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:26:34 +0000Does your US bank not accept logins from Thailand? You can try to use the Brave browser's 'New Private Window with TOR' function. That should conceal that you're in Thailand and it does not require you to purchase a VPN subscription. I've only tried that option with one bank and it works. My wife and I have SSA benefits deposited into our Schwab joint account. About 4 years ago we could change the receiving account for SSA benefits by emailing the new account details to FBU Manila. If you don't transfer money from US very often, you could use your Schwab debit card at most Thai ATM's. Schwab does not charge a foreign transaction fee and they also will refund the 250 ฿ that the ATM's charge. A much easier path than your current one.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:26:34 +0000I'm not from Pattaya. What is Rompho and what's so special about itMon, 25 May 2026 06:25:49 +0000After a bit of investigation...................... Police were forced to disperse crowds in the Italian port city of Brindisi on Friday after pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrated against the arrival of the Crown Iris, which was transporting Israeli passengers, according to Italian media and social media footage. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-879382Mon, 25 May 2026 06:25:28 +0000So why ask the question? Do you really think anyone who objects to Jewish/Israeli unlawfulness is bothered by the standard accusation of antisemitism levelled at them?Mon, 25 May 2026 06:24:49 +0000We now have to form our own security for Small towns like Crowbouragh to guard against the Hundreds of Illegal invaders in Ex Military Barracks nearby. No security at the camp there free to roam around the Town.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:24:01 +0000ME! The Romans destroyed my race, and still everyone is allowed to discriminate openly against us.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:23:46 +0000Ya not really but your propensity for fantasy is admirableMon, 25 May 2026 06:23:26 +0000It seems that you are back again... You do like your conspiracy theories, don't you? Obviously nonsense. But why so bitter? Do you have skin in the game?Mon, 25 May 2026 06:23:22 +0000Only on the English language boards.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:23:17 +0000Mon, 25 May 2026 06:22:50 +0000I drove out to the 3B suitcase and bag repair place on Sukhumvit Soi 85 this morning. Not a soi I've been down before as it doesn't have a railway line crossing, you can only turn left onto the railway road. About halfway along it on the south side there's a modern looking building with a large parking area in front. This is a coffee shop and there might be a restaurant as well, I'm not sure. To the side there's a sign for 3B. I went inside and one of the ladies there called the guy for me, he must have a house or workshop at the rear of the place. I showed him the problem, luckily I had the original part, and he said he'd fix it for 200 Baht. That's about what I'd hoped for a couple of rivets. I went inside to enjoy the air con again while he did his work, and 10 minutes later he brought the suitcase back. An excellent repair job, it's as strong as new again. I'm very happy anyway, and can recommend 3B if you need a suitcase or bag of any sort repaired. Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/AtUcs8oiMGS42nnV8 The building/coffee shop, just ask inside: There are lots of good reviews on Google, too.Mon, 25 May 2026 06:22:18 +0000