https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenTrump 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 +0000wow. how cleverWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:13:05 +0000That surprises me....that you have friends 😉 regards worgeordieWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:12:24 +0000Straw man garbageWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:11:35 +0000Your prayers have been answered.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:08:26 +0000a friend of mine, conservative democrat baby boomer libertarian jew considers the democrat party to be an existential threat to jews.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:07:06 +0000Try not to get so stressed about it, Gamma. We don’t want to see you blowing a gasket. It would be a tragedy for the rest of us if there were any interruption to the steady flow of your genius. The world would only survive so long without your wisdom being dispensed upon us plebs at regular intervals. Personally, I say it's better to simply not even give a poop.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:05:51 +0000JobWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:05:42 +0000Ask AI. You'd get about the same amount of slop you'd get here.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:00:01 +0000It is not worldwide income if she sends it to Thailand, then it is considered Thai income. AI knows that also I guessWed, 10 Jun 2026 15:58:43 +0000I disagree. I already said it wasn’t linguistically precise, so that criticism misses the point. I used ‘putt’ as a rough approximation, though ‘paht’ would have been better, but many would still take it as ‘pat’. And ‘pat’ as in ‘postman’ is at least understandable to some English ears — unless you’re leaning into a Scottish-style vowel. My ‘no air, smooth flow’ comment already addressed your ‘pat’ya’ point, and ‘yaa’ is long, not short.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:52:49 +0000Current 'Jews' look like albino sicilians (white with big roman style noses) but most people assume they are askenazi converts from the region that is now called Ukraine. Too pale to be original tribe but the big noses may suggest high altitude somewhere but idk.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:51:34 +0000A low level Goldman Sachs partner will make $6 million this year. Mid level partners much more. Senior management, forgetaboutit...$80-150 million. Nice work if you can get it. The kicker is if the market tanks---due to massive overvaluation and a notional quadrillion dollars of derivatives---they will get bailed out again.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:50:50 +0000InterviewWed, 10 Jun 2026 15:50:05 +0000If objecting to the Gaza Genocide and calling out their general screechy whineyness is antisemietic then you should embrace the term. Many people think that there is a deep-rooted Jewish conspiracy to destroy the White race. Maybe, maybe not. But there is certainly such a conspiracy on the part of the ADL, which is described as follows: “The ADL is a Jewish non-profit organization founded in 1913 [the year of inception of the US Federal Reserve and the IRS] to combat antisemitism and promote civil rights. It operates independently and focuses on various social justice issues, including fighting hate and discrimination.” People who deny the existence Jewish conspiracy to destroy the White race may be interested in a certain exchange that just took place on X. Comment 1 (@ConservaCuckz): "i know this meme is complete white nationalist propaganda, but fact check this statement on the meme for me." Statement: "Men, we now control the destiny of this race. It is now time to make sure the White race becomes extinct through miscegenation and having a virtually zero birth-rate." ~ Abe Foxman, Jewish Former Chairman of the ADL Comment 2 (@NODURESS]: "Did he [Abe Foxman} really say that?" AI Summary (provided by yahoo!) "On August 25, 1998, significant events occurred in New York City. Abraham Foxman's Speech On this date, Abraham Foxman, then President of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), delivered a controversial speech at the Second Centennial Meeting of the Learned Elders of Zion. In his address, he claimed that the objectives set during the first meeting a century prior had been achieved, including control over governments and inciting dissension among enemies. Cultural Context This period in New York was marked by various cultural and social dynamics, reflecting the city's diverse population and ongoing changes in urban life. The late 1990s were a time of economic growth and cultural shifts, influencing public discourse and community interactions. Astronomical Events On the same day, observers noted that the moon was 22% full, rising at 9:32 AM and setting at 10:06 PM, adding a celestial backdrop to the day's events" Alleged content of Foxman/ADL speech: Anti-Defamation League President Abraham Foxman in an appearance on August 25, 1998, made the following speech: "Gentlemen. Welcome to the Second Centennial Meeting of the Learned of Elders of Zion. We have achieved all of the objectives expressed at our first meeting 100 years ago. We control governments. We have created dissension among our enemies and made them kill each other. We have effectively silenced criticism of our affairs and we are the richest race of men on this earth. Many of you are very busy men. Let us get to the crux of the matter. As masters of business, politics, law and most importantly … media, we are ready to implement our most important and ambitious program. One that will finally and totally remove from existence the impediments of our absolute control of this earth. Many of you are very busy men. Let us get to the crux of the matter. As masters of business, politics, law and most importantly … media, we are ready to implement our most important and ambitious program. One that will finally and totally remove from existence the impediments of our absolute control of this earth. I speak OF THE DEATH OF THE WHITE RACE. The complete removal of all means of reproduction of the so-called Aryan race. Men, we now control the destiny of this race. It is now time to make sure the White race becomes extinct through miscegenation [incest] and having a virtually zero birth rate. We have all enjoyed the vision repeated all over this world every day of THE LAST WHITE CHILDREN playing with little dark children and knowing that they are being set-up for their eventual destruction. We can ruin THE ANCIENT PURE BLOODLINE OF AN ARYAN CHILD by convincing him or her of the altruism of begetting interracial children. We must expose the race mixing of the urban centers to the suburbs and rural areas of this country. More aggressive programs to integrate these areas are now underway through HUD. It is worth any price to annihilate the next generation of White children. We want every White father to feel the sting of having their children marry colored mates and produce biracial children. We must use our power to discourage White men and women who still persist in getting together from producing more pure White children. They will be ostracized by not becoming part of the New Society of all races. This will dissuade most of them. We will deal with the less cooperative goyim [non-jews] by tmurder and imprisonment. Finally, we will SEE THE END OF THIS WHITE RACE. Impressionable White children will have their minds molded into the agents of their own destruction. Already, our efforts have succeeded in making the “men” of this race grovel at our feet. Men, you and your ancestors have worked hard to make sure we would have the power to hold the destiny of this race in our hands. Now we have it. Perish Aryan Goyim (cattle)!” [Applause] End of speech. August 25, 1998, New York Now, I suppose this could all be fabricated. However, I very much doubt it. The American White majority, like the White majorities of every White Western nation, can't afford to support any individual, group, or nation that advocates for or supports White Genocide. It would be very helpful if all decent, well-meaning Jews everywhere would kindly repudiate the alleged Foxman/ADL advocacy of White Genocide, as this position makes it impossible for the United States to regard Israel as its "greatest ally". Thanks for your attention.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:48:05 +0000Trump is as skilled at taming inflation as he is as ending wars. Many people are saying nobody could be as incompetent as Trump.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:45:41 +0000