https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenREO Speedwagon, ELP. Aerosmith, Jethro Tull, Talking heads, Phil Collins, The Who, Genesis, Yes, Pink Floyd, ? Must be a typo, as they're all excellent bands. The others I understand, although Como, Marley and Fisher were good at what they did.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:21:40 +0000At least six people were killed and 22 others injured after a bomb exploded inside a busy cafe in central Damascus, according to Syrian state media. Get today's headlines by email Deadly Blast Rocks Central DamascusThe interior ministry said the explosive device had been planted inside the cafe, which is located about 100 metres from the Palace of Justice in the capital's Hejaz district. Authorities have not identified those responsible, and no group immediately claimed the attack. The bombing is the deadliest to hit Damascus since a suicide attack on a church in June 2025 that killed 25 people. Witness Describes Scene of DevastationMohammed al-Dahabi, who owns a glasses shop next to the cafe, said the explosion brought back memories of the violence that gripped the city during Syria's civil war. "I felt strong pressure, and the whole place shook," he told AFP. "I ran to the place and saw people lying on the floor with blood pooled around them everywhere." Video shared on social media appeared to show at least two men lying motionless on the outdoor terrace of the cafe after the blast. Authorities Vow ActionDamascus Governor Maher Marwan Idlibi visited the scene and said those behind the attack would be held accountable. "Each time the country sees a period of stability, malicious parties try to destabilise it," he said. Officials have not announced any arrests or provided further details about the investigation. Security Challenges PersistThe bombing comes as Syria's interim government continues to face significant security challenges following the overthrow of former president Bashar al-Assad by Islamist-led rebel forces in December 2024, ending more than 13 years of civil war. Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has been working to consolidate government control across the country and improve security, but violence has continued in several areas. The June 2025 church bombing, which killed 25 people, was claimed by the little-known jihadist group Saraya Ansar al-Sunnah. However, Syrian authorities attributed that attack to the Islamic State (IS) group. In recent months, Syria has also experienced repeated outbreaks of deadly sectarian violence involving government forces and members of the country's Alawite and Druze religious minorities, underscoring the continuing instability despite the end of the civil war. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:19:10 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/uzbek-men-held-with-cannabis-at-phuket-airport-r2580/Two Uzbek nationals have been arrested at Phuket International Airport after customs officers discovered large quantities of cannabis in their luggage as they prepared to leave Thailand. Get today's headlines by email The arrests were made on 1 July 2026 during baggage inspections carried out by customs officials at Phuket International Airport in cooperation with other agencies. Officers said both men were attempting to take cannabis products out of the country without completing the required customs procedures. The first suspect was identified as Mr Jalilboyevich Bunyodboy Juraboev, 26, a citizen of Uzbekistan. During an inspection in the Baggage Inspection Room (BIR) on the first floor of the international departures terminal, officials selected two of his four suitcases for further examination. Inside the luggage, officers found 30 vacuum-sealed packages containing dried cannabis flower with a total gross weight of 9.8 kilograms. They also discovered 14 processed cannabis bars with a combined gross weight of 1.03 kilograms. The second suspect, Mr Mukhiddinovich Nursayid Mukhiddinov, also 26 and also a citizen of Uzbekistan, was stopped separately after his luggage was examined in the Baggage Inspection Room. Authorities said they found 30 packages of dried cannabis flower weighing a total of 9.8 kilograms, eight bags of cannabis resin with a combined gross weight of 4.1 kilograms, and additional processed cannabis products consisting of one package, five bars and nine blocks with a total gross weight of 2 kilograms. Officials invited both passengers, identified as the owners of the luggage, to witness the searches. According to authorities, the men acknowledged ownership of the suitcases and consented to the inspections, which confirmed the suspicious items previously detected by X-ray screening. Both suspects have been charged with attempting to export goods from Thailand without completing customs formalities under the Customs Act B.E. 2560 (2017). They also face offences under Thailand’s narcotics legislation and the Ministry of Public Health regulations governing controlled herbs, including cannabis. Amarin reported that following the arrests, the two men and all seized items were handed over to investigators at Sakhu Police Station for legal proceedings. The case is being supervised by Pol Col Salan Santisatsanakul, chief of Sakhu Police Station, with investigating officers continuing the case in accordance with Thai law. Pictures courtesy of Amarin Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 3 July 2026Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:11:15 +0000Two Uzbek nationals have been arrested at Phuket International Airport after customs officers discovered large quantities of cannabis in their luggage as they prepared to leave Thailand. Get today's headlines by email The arrests were made on 1 July 2026 during baggage inspections carried out by customs officials at Phuket International Airport in cooperation with other agencies. Officers said both men were attempting to take cannabis products out of the country without completing the required customs procedures. The first suspect was identified as Mr Jalilboyevich Bunyodboy Juraboev, 26, a citizen of Uzbekistan. During an inspection in the Baggage Inspection Room (BIR) on the first floor of the international departures terminal, officials selected two of his four suitcases for further examination. Inside the luggage, officers found 30 vacuum-sealed packages containing dried cannabis flower with a total gross weight of 9.8 kilograms. They also discovered 14 processed cannabis bars with a combined gross weight of 1.03 kilograms. The second suspect, Mr Mukhiddinovich Nursayid Mukhiddinov, also 26 and also a citizen of Uzbekistan, was stopped separately after his luggage was examined in the Baggage Inspection Room. Authorities said they found 30 packages of dried cannabis flower weighing a total of 9.8 kilograms, eight bags of cannabis resin with a combined gross weight of 4.1 kilograms, and additional processed cannabis products consisting of one package, five bars and nine blocks with a total gross weight of 2 kilograms. Officials invited both passengers, identified as the owners of the luggage, to witness the searches. According to authorities, the men acknowledged ownership of the suitcases and consented to the inspections, which confirmed the suspicious items previously detected by X-ray screening. Both suspects have been charged with attempting to export goods from Thailand without completing customs formalities under the Customs Act B.E. 2560 (2017). They also face offences under Thailand’s narcotics legislation and the Ministry of Public Health regulations governing controlled herbs, including cannabis. Amarin reported that following the arrests, the two men and all seized items were handed over to investigators at Sakhu Police Station for legal proceedings. The case is being supervised by Pol Col Salan Santisatsanakul, chief of Sakhu Police Station, with investigating officers continuing the case in accordance with Thai law. Pictures courtesy of Amarin Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:11:15 +0000A former US Olympic canoeist has been indicted on a felony charge after allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC, federal prosecutors said. Get today's headlines by email David "Davey" Hearn, 67, is accused of causing about $1,000 (£750) in damage to the landmark after allegedly pulling up newly installed sealant from the bottom of the pool on 19 June. Former canoeist faces felony chargeUS Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced the indictment on Thursday, saying the damage occurred shortly after renovation work had been completed. "The defendant ripped a piece of recently installed sealant on the bottom of the reflecting pool," Pirro said. She described the incident as a deliberate act that damaged a restoration project carried out by the National Park Service. Hearn denies wrongdoingHearn, a three-time US Olympic canoeist, has denied the allegations. He previously told the BBC that he had stopped by the Reflecting Pool after a long bike ride out of curiosity about its condition. He said he only touched material that had already come loose and insisted he "didn't destroy, rip, tear, peel, or remove any part" of the coating. His lawyers also rejected the charges, calling the prosecution politically motivated. In a statement issued after the indictment, they said Hearn was innocent and argued that the case reflected "the administration's effort to shift blame for their own failures". Hearn has previously described his arrest as an "arbitrary, capricious prosecution". Ongoing problems at the Reflecting PoolThe Reflecting Pool has experienced several issues despite a recent $14 million renovation project. Large sections of the new sealant have been seen peeling from the bottom, while algae growth has also been reported. US Park Police said five people have been arrested in connection with alleged vandalism at the site, while another five have received federal citations. A National Park Service official had previously said parts of the pool's lining had been cut with a sharp object. President Donald Trump has blamed vandals for the damage. After inspecting the site on 20 June, he said on social media that repairs would begin immediately. He wrote: "Work will begin immediately on fixing the seriously vandalized Reflecting Pool," adding: "Who would do such a thing? SICK, DERANGED PEOPLE!" Historic landmarkThe Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was built in the 1920s and extends 2,030ft (619m) between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument. Over the years, it has faced recurring maintenance challenges, including leaks, structural deterioration, faulty pipes, algae growth and bird droppings. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:11:05 +0000Nigel, man of the people, representing the struggling working class citizens, whilst he earns £270,000 for 12 hours work.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:10:10 +0000Nah mate, they're actually much better than a lot of "big" bands out there. Raw rock 'n' roll energy, especially the first album:Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:09:28 +0000Evidence was presented from 2 friends corroborating receiving phone calls from Ms. Carroll right after it happened. Both her friends were professional journalists and they couldn't say the exact date either.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:09:11 +0000A heartbreaking phone call came far too late. Just two weeks after Amina Abu al-Kas died, her son Saber was told her paperwork to leave Gaza for life-saving treatment was finally ready. The cruel twist has become a devastating symbol of the desperate struggle facing thousands of seriously ill Palestinians waiting for medical evacuation. While families cling to hope, many patients die before they ever get the chance to leave. Saber told the BBC his mother had suffered from an aggressive necrotising infection that spread to her skull. Doctors in Gaza said they simply did not have the medicines or specialist treatment needed to save her. The pain became unbearable. Saber said his mother spent day and night crying out in agony, while painkillers caused stomach ulcers and inflammation so severe that doctors stopped her from taking them. When Gaza's medical referral board approved her transfer abroad, the family believed a miracle might finally be coming. They waited anxiously for security clearances and confirmation that another country would accept her for treatment. Instead, the call never came. Amina died on 29 May before the process was completed, leaving her family devastated when the approval finally arrived after her death. According to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry, Amina is among 300 Palestinians who have died waiting for medical evacuation since the US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began last October. The World Health Organization (WHO), which helps coordinate patient transfers, also uses those figures. The health ministry says around 15,000 patients remain on waiting lists for treatment abroad. Some have devastating war injuries, while others are battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. The list constantly changes as patients' conditions worsen or people die while waiting. The WHO says 1,977 people have been evacuated for treatment since the ceasefire began more than eight months ago, but warns that, at the current pace, clearing the backlog could take years. Saber described receiving permission to leave Gaza as "almost a miracle". Even after medical approval, patients must clear Israeli security checks, gain approval from transit countries, secure visas and be accepted by a receiving hospital abroad. WHO representative Dr Reinhilde Van de Weerdt said recipient countries often have strict requirements, with some accepting only children or patients needing shorter treatments. Every stage creates further delays before desperately ill patients can travel . In early June, Gaza health ministry acting undersecretary Maher Shamia blamed lengthy security screening and restrictions on departures imposed by Israeli authorities. He said Palestinians could leave through the Rafah crossing with Egypt only three days each week, while medical evacuations through the Kerem Shalom crossing with Israel took place only one day weekly. Cogat, the Israeli defence ministry body overseeing civil affairs in Gaza, said departures depend on official requests from receiving countries and completion of all required security screening. It added that the "vast majority" of requests submitted by countries and organisations had been approved since the start of 2025. With international media unable to report independently inside Gaza, BBC freelance journalists witnessed dozens of people protesting outside Gaza City's battered al-Shifa Hospital over the continuing delays. Among them was Nidal al-Arir, who collapsed to the ground pleading for help for his son, who urgently needs a corneal transplant. Nearby, Raeda Nuaizi described losing her breasts, ovaries, uterus and pelvic bone to cancer before the war. She broke down as she said painkillers were now her only treatment inside Gaza, asking what such medication could possibly do for a cancer patient. Fourteen-year-old Muath al-Dini is also trapped in limbo. The teenager lost a leg in an air strike that killed one of his siblings and injured other family members, but he has also battled spinal cancer since infancy. Before the war he regularly travelled to Jerusalem for specialist treatment and surgery. That route has now almost entirely closed, with only one Gazan cancer patient reportedly travelling to the occupied West Bank since the conflict began. https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/1376/cpsprodpb/197f/live/948039f0-70bc-11f1-b1da-a3a610594805.jpg Umm Samir al-Dini had to resubmit documents for her son Muath (left) in May Muath's mother said four screws stabilising his spine have come loose, affecting his breathing, while doctors have also recommended another leg amputation. Although the family received security clearance and later resubmitted paperwork in May, they are still waiting for permission to leave. She said her son's childhood had been stolen, describing how he is bullied, refuses to leave home and cannot access doctors who understand his condition. Across Gaza's shattered hospitals, aid workers warn that medical shortages continue despite the ceasefire agreement calling for full humanitarian aid to enter the territory. Doctors reportedly ration life-saving medicines, share dwindling supplies and turn patients away from chemotherapy and dialysis because resources are exhausted. Pat Griffiths of the International Committee of the Red Cross said the enormous evacuation waiting list reflects patients being unable to access healthcare that international humanitarian law says should be available. He said shortages stretch from basic dressings and painkillers to advanced medical equipment, adding that preventable deaths are occurring because patients cannot receive the care they need. Cogat rejected claims of widespread shortages, saying 17,000 tons of medicines and medical aid have entered Gaza since the ceasefire. It said deliveries included cancer drugs, insulin pens, dialysis machines, CT scanners, X-ray equipment, anaesthetics, wheelchairs and other medical supplies, insisting Israel had approved every medicine request submitted by international aid organisations. Humanitarian officials disputed that assessment. One official anonymously accused Israeli authorities of highlighting isolated deliveries while broader shortages continued. Dr Van de Weerdt said healthcare should be judged by whether patients' needs are met, not simply by counting aid shipments. She warned hospitals cannot function safely without adequate reserve stocks and reliable equipment. Gaza health ministry engineering director Mazen al-Arayeshi said fuel deliveries now allow hospital generators to operate, but electricity remains too weak for many surgeries. He warned that Israel had refused requests to replace failing generators or allow in spare parts, leaving hospitals dangerously vulnerable after a major generator at Nasser Medical Complex recently failed. Several departments at Nasser Medical Complex lost power after a generator stopped working last month As desperation deepens, some patients have reportedly paid self-declared agents thousands of pounds in attempts to speed up evacuations. The WHO has responded by issuing a warning urging families not to pay anyone claiming they can fast-track the process. For Saber, whose mother never received the treatment she desperately needed, the loss still hangs over everything. He said many mourners told him that at least Amina was finally at peace, adding that being a patient in Gaza is unlike being a patient anywhere else in the world. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn75ex1dv61oThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:04:21 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/thai-visa-free-list-updated-for-35-destinations-r2579/The Department of Consular Affairs under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has updated its 2026 list of countries and territories offering visa-free entry to holders of ordinary Thai passports. The revised list includes 35 destinations where Thai travellers can enter without applying for a visa, subject to each country’s entry conditions. Get today's headlines by email The permitted length of stay varies widely depending on the destination, ranging from 14 days to as long as 365 days. Some countries also offer visa-free entry only on a temporary basis, while others apply specific conditions to the exemption. The updated guidance reminds travellers that visa-free arrangements are determined by the destination country and may change without notice. As a result, travellers are advised to confirm the latest entry requirements before every trip. The Department of Consular Affairs recommends checking with the embassy of the destination country in Thailand or contacting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the most up-to-date information before departure. This is particularly important for destinations where visa exemptions are temporary or subject to additional conditions. While the updated list provides greater clarity for Thai passport holders planning overseas travel in 2026, travellers remain responsible for ensuring they meet all entry requirements set by the country they intend to visit. These may include limits on the length of stay, permitted purposes of travel, or other immigration conditions. The department stressed that visa-free entry does not guarantee admission, as final approval is granted by immigration authorities in the destination country. Travellers should therefore verify all requirements before travelling to avoid unexpected changes that could affect their plans. Summary of 35 countries and territories that Thais can visit visa-free in 2026 Georgia: 365 days Argentina: 90 days Brazil: 90 days Chile: 90 days Ecuador: 90 days Haiti: 90 days Panama: 90 days Peru: 90 days Republic of Korea: 90 days Cambodia: 60 days Samoa: 60 days China: 30 days Hong Kong: 30 days Indonesia: 30 days Kazakhstan: 30 days Kyrgyz Republic: 30 days Laos: 30 days Macau: 30 days Mongolia: 30 days Malaysia: 30 days Maldives: 30 days Philippines: 30 days Russia: 30 days Seychelles: 30 days Singapore: 30 days South Africa: 30 days Tajikistan: 30 days Timor-Leste: 30 days Türkiye: 30 days Vietnam: 30 days Japan: 15 days, under a temporary measure from Tuesday (July 1, 2025) to Saturday (August 1, 2026) Brunei: 14 days Myanmar: 14 days, for travel through international airports only Oman: 14 days Taiwan: 14 days, under a temporary measure from Friday (August 1, 2025) to Friday (July 31, 2026) Picture courtesy of The Nation Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Nation 3 July 2026Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:02:53 +0000The Department of Consular Affairs under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has updated its 2026 list of countries and territories offering visa-free entry to holders of ordinary Thai passports. The revised list includes 35 destinations where Thai travellers can enter without applying for a visa, subject to each country’s entry conditions. Get today's headlines by email The permitted length of stay varies widely depending on the destination, ranging from 14 days to as long as 365 days. Some countries also offer visa-free entry only on a temporary basis, while others apply specific conditions to the exemption. The updated guidance reminds travellers that visa-free arrangements are determined by the destination country and may change without notice. As a result, travellers are advised to confirm the latest entry requirements before every trip. The Department of Consular Affairs recommends checking with the embassy of the destination country in Thailand or contacting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the most up-to-date information before departure. This is particularly important for destinations where visa exemptions are temporary or subject to additional conditions. While the updated list provides greater clarity for Thai passport holders planning overseas travel in 2026, travellers remain responsible for ensuring they meet all entry requirements set by the country they intend to visit. These may include limits on the length of stay, permitted purposes of travel, or other immigration conditions. The department stressed that visa-free entry does not guarantee admission, as final approval is granted by immigration authorities in the destination country. Travellers should therefore verify all requirements before travelling to avoid unexpected changes that could affect their plans. Summary of 35 countries and territories that Thais can visit visa-free in 2026 Georgia: 365 days Argentina: 90 days Brazil: 90 days Chile: 90 days Ecuador: 90 days Haiti: 90 days Panama: 90 days Peru: 90 days Republic of Korea: 90 days Cambodia: 60 days Samoa: 60 days China: 30 days Hong Kong: 30 days Indonesia: 30 days Kazakhstan: 30 days Kyrgyz Republic: 30 days Laos: 30 days Macau: 30 days Mongolia: 30 days Malaysia: 30 days Maldives: 30 days Philippines: 30 days Russia: 30 days Seychelles: 30 days Singapore: 30 days South Africa: 30 days Tajikistan: 30 days Timor-Leste: 30 days Türkiye: 30 days Vietnam: 30 days Japan: 15 days, under a temporary measure from Tuesday (July 1, 2025) to Saturday (August 1, 2026) Brunei: 14 days Myanmar: 14 days, for travel through international airports only Oman: 14 days Taiwan: 14 days, under a temporary measure from Friday (August 1, 2025) to Friday (July 31, 2026) Picture courtesy of The Nation Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Nation 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:02:53 +0000So whatThu, 02 Jul 2026 21:00:35 +0000Nothing to do with cannabis. He most likely and for good reason by the looks of this skag wife was seeing Thai ladies...Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:00:10 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/french-fugitive-arrested-in-phuket-r2578/A 29-year-old French national wanted under an Interpol Red Notice has been arrested in Phuket and is being prepared for extradition to Luxembourg, Thai police announced. Get today's headlines by email The arrest took place on 2 July 2026 during a joint operation involving officers from the Provincial Police Region 8 Investigation Division, the Immigration Bureau Investigation Division and Phuket Immigration. The operation was carried out under the direction of senior police officers including Pol. Maj. Gen. Lertchai Jampathong, commander of the Provincial Police Region 8 Investigation Division. The suspect, identified as Mr Chirrane Yanis, a French citizen, was detained outside a hotel in Patong, Kathu district, Phuket. Authorities said he was the subject of an Interpol Red Notice issued at the request of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. According to police, Mr Yanis is wanted on multiple serious charges. These include membership of a criminal organisation, money laundering involving assets or proceeds derived from criminal activity, kidnapping, unlawful detention, hostage-taking, armed robbery committed by two or more offenders, as well as extortion and blackmail. Following his arrest, officers transferred the suspect to Phuket Immigration for further legal procedures. Thai authorities said preparations are under way to extradite him to Luxembourg, where he is wanted to face the allegations. The operation was led by officers including Acting Pol. Lt. Col. Theerachai Hasso, inspector attached to the Provincial Police Region 8 Investigation Division, and Pol. Lt. Apirat Yanarat, deputy inspector from Investigation Division 1 of the same command. The arrest formed part of cooperation between regional police investigators and immigration authorities in locating internationally wanted fugitives. The case highlights continued cooperation between Thai law enforcement agencies and international policing partners in executing Interpol Red Notices and processing extradition requests involving suspects accused of transnational organised crime. Amarin reported that as the extradition process moves forward, the suspect will remain in the custody of Thai immigration authorities while the legal procedures required for his transfer to Luxembourg are completed. Picture courtesy of Amarin Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 3 July 2026Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:56:21 +0000A 29-year-old French national wanted under an Interpol Red Notice has been arrested in Phuket and is being prepared for extradition to Luxembourg, Thai police announced. Get today's headlines by email The arrest took place on 2 July 2026 during a joint operation involving officers from the Provincial Police Region 8 Investigation Division, the Immigration Bureau Investigation Division and Phuket Immigration. The operation was carried out under the direction of senior police officers including Pol. Maj. Gen. Lertchai Jampathong, commander of the Provincial Police Region 8 Investigation Division. The suspect, identified as Mr Chirrane Yanis, a French citizen, was detained outside a hotel in Patong, Kathu district, Phuket. Authorities said he was the subject of an Interpol Red Notice issued at the request of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. According to police, Mr Yanis is wanted on multiple serious charges. These include membership of a criminal organisation, money laundering involving assets or proceeds derived from criminal activity, kidnapping, unlawful detention, hostage-taking, armed robbery committed by two or more offenders, as well as extortion and blackmail. Following his arrest, officers transferred the suspect to Phuket Immigration for further legal procedures. Thai authorities said preparations are under way to extradite him to Luxembourg, where he is wanted to face the allegations. The operation was led by officers including Acting Pol. Lt. Col. Theerachai Hasso, inspector attached to the Provincial Police Region 8 Investigation Division, and Pol. Lt. Apirat Yanarat, deputy inspector from Investigation Division 1 of the same command. The arrest formed part of cooperation between regional police investigators and immigration authorities in locating internationally wanted fugitives. The case highlights continued cooperation between Thai law enforcement agencies and international policing partners in executing Interpol Red Notices and processing extradition requests involving suspects accused of transnational organised crime. Amarin reported that as the extradition process moves forward, the suspect will remain in the custody of Thai immigration authorities while the legal procedures required for his transfer to Luxembourg are completed. Picture courtesy of Amarin Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 20:56:21 +0000If the guy suggested 3 years maybe he wasn't aware it would take an amendment to the Immigration Act. "Rules" are ministerial regulations. And most people are not aware that the fee per the Immigration Act for one year extension whether using 800K in the bank or using the "discretion" of an IMM officer is 1900 baht. (max. 2000 baht)Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:54:29 +0000Most overated band in history has to be Oasis,no more then a covers band.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:53:50 +0000A terrible left-wing actgvist judge decision. The Supreme Court will overrule it.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:49:12 +0000Nigel Farage has declared earning £270,000 for promoting gold bullion, making it the largest outside payment he has registered since entering Parliament and reigniting scrutiny over his lucrative earnings beyond Westminster. The Reform UK leader disclosed the payment in the latest Register of Members' Financial Interests, stating it was for work as a brand ambassador for Direct Bullion over a three-month period, averaging around four hours a month. Gold Deal Sparks Political Fire The declaration has prompted fresh attacks from Labour, with party chair Anna Turley accusing Farage of prioritising personal income over his parliamentary responsibilities. She claimed the Clacton MP was more focused on "lining his pockets" than representing constituents, arguing he should concentrate on easing financial pressures for local families instead. Farage's spokesman responded that his role with Direct Bullion had been publicly reported and properly declared under parliamentary rules. A Growing Stream of Outside Income The latest payment follows previous declarations from Direct Bullion, including £91,200 in February 2025 and £135,000 in November 2025. Farage also registered more than £18,000 for his presenting work with GB News in the latest reporting period. He previously disclosed earning over £80,000 through personalised Cameo videos before suspending the service earlier this year, citing security concerns. Questions Over Finances Continue The latest declaration comes as Farage remains under scrutiny over an undeclared £5 million gift from cryptocurrency billionaire Christopher Harborne. Farage maintains the payment did not require declaration because it was received before he became an MP and was not a political donation. However, the Parliamentary Standards Commissioner is investigating whether parliamentary rules were breached. MPs are permitted to hold second jobs provided relevant earnings are declared and the work does not involve paid parliamentary advocacy. The latest disclosure is likely to intensify political debate over outside interests as Parliament continues to examine transparency and standards in public office. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy8dg3883g7oThu, 02 Jul 2026 20:48:38 +0000got it. you believe in murder too, so you flame to deflectThu, 02 Jul 2026 20:47:16 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/police-seize-heroin-hidden-in-cushions-in-phrae-r2577/Police in Phrae have uncovered a heroin smuggling operation after nearly 5.8 kilogrammes of the drug was found concealed inside seat cushions destined for overseas shipment. The discovery has prompted renewed warnings for parcel forwarding businesses and members of the public to carefully inspect goods before agreeing to transport them. Get today's headlines by email The case was disclosed by officers from Den Chai Police Station in Phrae, who revealed details of the seizure following an investigation that began on 15 May 2026. Investigators were alerted by an international parcel forwarding company after staff became suspicious of a shipment of 20 seat cushions that had been delivered for export. The parcel company reported that each cushion weighed more than one kilogramme, making the total shipment unusually heavy. After opening the cushions, staff discovered white powder embedded in the fibre filling, with the substance falling out when the material was shaken. Police later confirmed the concealed drug was approximately 5,762 grammes of heroin, which was seized as evidence. Investigators established that the shipment originated in Nakhon Phanom and had been arranged through a social media parcel forwarding service. The sender allegedly used a fake Thai identity card when dispatching the goods. The parcel company cooperated fully with police by providing communication records, payment information and shipment details to assist the investigation. Den Chai Police warned that people accepting parcels for delivery, particularly those using online “carry” or forwarding services, should be alert to unusually high fees, sealed packages, excessive weight or requests made without clear information about the sender. Officers also advised against allowing others to use personal bank accounts or identities for shipping transactions and urged anyone who discovers suspicious items not to move or open them further before contacting police. Information relating to suspected drug offences can be reported to Den Chai Police Station or by calling the emergency number 191 at any time. Police said the investigation identified that the suspect had used forged identification documents, but officers were able to obtain arrest warrants for two suspects. Manager Online reported that authorities continue to investigate the wider trafficking operation and are working to identify any additional individuals connected to the smuggling network. Police have reiterated their appeal for parcel operators and the public to remain vigilant to prevent similar attempts to export illegal drugs. Pictures courtesy of Manager Online Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now MGRonline 3 July 2026Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:46:50 +0000Police in Phrae have uncovered a heroin smuggling operation after nearly 5.8 kilogrammes of the drug was found concealed inside seat cushions destined for overseas shipment. The discovery has prompted renewed warnings for parcel forwarding businesses and members of the public to carefully inspect goods before agreeing to transport them. Get today's headlines by email The case was disclosed by officers from Den Chai Police Station in Phrae, who revealed details of the seizure following an investigation that began on 15 May 2026. Investigators were alerted by an international parcel forwarding company after staff became suspicious of a shipment of 20 seat cushions that had been delivered for export. The parcel company reported that each cushion weighed more than one kilogramme, making the total shipment unusually heavy. After opening the cushions, staff discovered white powder embedded in the fibre filling, with the substance falling out when the material was shaken. Police later confirmed the concealed drug was approximately 5,762 grammes of heroin, which was seized as evidence. Investigators established that the shipment originated in Nakhon Phanom and had been arranged through a social media parcel forwarding service. The sender allegedly used a fake Thai identity card when dispatching the goods. The parcel company cooperated fully with police by providing communication records, payment information and shipment details to assist the investigation. Den Chai Police warned that people accepting parcels for delivery, particularly those using online “carry” or forwarding services, should be alert to unusually high fees, sealed packages, excessive weight or requests made without clear information about the sender. Officers also advised against allowing others to use personal bank accounts or identities for shipping transactions and urged anyone who discovers suspicious items not to move or open them further before contacting police. Information relating to suspected drug offences can be reported to Den Chai Police Station or by calling the emergency number 191 at any time. Police said the investigation identified that the suspect had used forged identification documents, but officers were able to obtain arrest warrants for two suspects. Manager Online reported that authorities continue to investigate the wider trafficking operation and are working to identify any additional individuals connected to the smuggling network. Police have reiterated their appeal for parcel operators and the public to remain vigilant to prevent similar attempts to export illegal drugs. Pictures courtesy of Manager Online Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now MGRonline 3 July 2026 View full articleThu, 02 Jul 2026 20:46:50 +0000UPDATE 11-Year-Old Boy’s Pickup Crash Death Rises to 10 Picture courtesy of Amarin The death toll from a devastating road crash involving an 11-year-old boy who stole a pickup truck has risen to 10 Buddhist monks after two more monks succumbed to his injuries. The crash occurred on the Mukdahan–Don Tan road in northeastern Thailand while a group of 34 monks were walking on a religious pilgrimage. Five monks died at the scene, with four later that afternoon dying in hospital. Authorities confirmed at around 8.00pm that a tenth monk had also passed away. Three monks remain in critical condition, while nine others and one lay follower sustained injuries. The tragedy has shocked Thailand, with the young driver accused of taking the vehicle from his home before crashing into the procession. The incident has prompted an outpouring of grief nationwide and Thailand’s Supreme Patriarch has already placed the deceased monks under royal ecclesiastical patronage. Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, while surviving monks receive treatment and recover from the traumatic ordeal. Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 3 July 2026Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:36:04 +0000It translates literally to that but it is the word Germans used for the Swastika. Schliemann (who discovered Troy) used that term in his book written decades before Hitler was even born and there are numerous published examples of references to Swastikas being called Hakenkruez throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries. And Germans are hardly unique in having a word for the Swastika that sounds nothing like the how the word is pronounced in Sanskrit. Greeks call the Swastika "Gammadion" because it looks like four of the Greek letters "Gamma" shaped in to a cross. Many other European languages are the same story. Hakenkruez means Swastika. THAT is the correct English translation of the word. Hitler was born during the golden era of German Anthropology when German scientists (without the aid of modern genetics) were correctly speculating that the Pontic Steppe was the homeland of the the proto Indo-European people (or so called "Aryans") and had figured out that this proto Indo-European people had brought the Vedas to Northern India. Hitler wasn't borrowing from the Swastika to make a new symbol. He was quite deliberately putting an actual Swastika in his flag. We know this from his own speeches: "You will find this Cross as a Hakenkreuz not only here, but also in India and Japan carved into the temple post. It is the Hakenkreuz of the communities once founded by Aryan culture". And there is nothing to suggest he was "careful" to slant it. LIke I said before, there are plenty of examples of slanted Swastikas in pottery and temples in the archeological record. There was even a slanted Swastika of sorts in the monastery of Hitler's old hometown (though it is anyone's guess if he ever saw it or not). Hitler was an artist. The reason the Swastika is slanted on the flag is almost certainly just because that is by far the most aesthetically pleasing way to orientate a Swastika in the center of a flag.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:34:16 +0000Good point. A bit different than getting into the USA when Biden was supposedly in charge when it basically was a stroll across the border.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:27:24 +0000