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White House Battles Growing SpeculationTrump’s October 2025 return to Walter Reed triggered weeks of speculation after aides initially refused to clarify what procedures had taken place. Months later, officials acknowledged the president had undergone a CT scan, which White House physician Sean Barbabella described as a preventative measure to rule out cardiovascular problems. Doctors outside the administration have continued pressing for greater transparency. Cardiologist Jonathan Reiner questioned White House explanations surrounding Trump’s bruised hands and swollen legs, saying the public was not getting a complete picture. “This White House just doesn’t seem to want to acknowledge any physical ailment,” Reiner said, noting that medical issues are common in people approaching 80. Mental Fitness Debate ReturnsTrump has repeatedly defended his mental sharpness by boasting about cognitive tests, including the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, which screens for memory and cognitive decline. The president frequently contrasts himself with former President Joe Biden, reviving campaign-era attacks over Biden’s age and fitness. But critics argue Trump now faces many of the same questions that once dogged his predecessor. A recent poll by The Washington Post, ABC News and Ipsos found public confidence in Trump’s mental and physical fitness has fallen sharply since last year. Only 40 percent of Americans surveyed said they believed Trump had the mental sharpness required for the presidency. Doctors Raise Concerns Over Visible SymptomsPhysicians interviewed by The Washington Post pointed specifically to recurring swelling in Trump’s legs — previously diagnosed by the White House as chronic venous insufficiency — alongside persistent bruising on his hands. Some doctors suggested the symptoms could warrant more extensive cardiovascular examinations. Others questioned why those conditions were omitted from more recent medical summaries released by the administration. The White House has dismissed speculation, insisting the bruising is linked to aspirin use and frequent handshaking. Trump Turns Health Into Political WeaponHealth has long been central to Trump’s political image. Throughout both campaigns and his presidency, Trump has portrayed himself as unusually vigorous, often mocking rivals over their age and stamina while publicly praising his own medical assessments. He has repeatedly cited former White House doctor Ronny Jackson, who once claimed Trump was among the healthiest presidents ever examined. Administration officials also continue highlighting Trump’s packed schedule, travel demands and regular golf outings as evidence of his endurance. Transparency Battle IntensifiesThe White House has become increasingly combative toward media coverage and online speculation surrounding Trump’s health. Press secretary Karoline Leavitt recently accused critics of spreading misinformation after rumors circulated online suggesting Trump had secretly undergone emergency treatment at Walter Reed earlier this year. Officials insist no undisclosed hospital visits have taken place. Still, outside experts warn that persistent secrecy risks deepening public distrust — especially as America once again debates the age and fitness of its commander-in-chief heading into another politically volatile election season. SOURCETue, 26 May 2026 08:24:24 +0000Except that Clinton, Obama and Biden all said the threat was imminent as well.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:22:23 +0000The free entry is quite a recent thing. - i have been getting Visa free entry for at least 30 years, is that what you call ‘recent’?? There were times where I cold enter with jus military ID card, it was only when I had to get a passport that I had any issues.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:22:18 +0000That's news to me, I know self employed people that have had a mortgage. They may need to show more paperwork depending on their self employed status. Obviously if they've only recently become self employed they might have trouble providing enough records to prove their income is sustainable, which might make a lender be more cautious. It also might not be a good time to take out a mortgage anyway. That may have been the motivation for the fraud, or possibly his earnings weren't enough.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:21:12 +0000The emphasis is on LEGAL immigration which by definition is controlled by the state. Splitting families and prejudicing employment status is purely performative pandering to the MAGA base.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:21:06 +0000Do you believe the people buying oil futures are not aware of what the supply looks like? As I understand it, in the last few months, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Venezuela, Nigeria, the United States, Canada, and Brazil have all significantly increased oil production. I think at any given moment, there is less than a 15-day supply of pumped-oil.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:20:21 +0000Only criticism. Many here on AN came to Thailand relatively young themselves, and many of us are still here. Leave the girl alone and let here find her own way in Thailand. She is young and can always go back to England if Thailand doesn't turn out the way she hoped! FeltTue, 26 May 2026 08:19:44 +0000Former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon is facing mounting demands to explain what she knew about the embezzlement scandal engulfing the SNP after her estranged husband admitted stealing more than £400,000 from the party. Peter Murrell pleaded guilty at the High Court in Edinburgh to using party funds to bankroll a lavish lifestyle, buying a luxury motorhome, cars, watches and high-end goods while serving as the SNP’s powerful chief executive. The motorhome being towed away Luxury Spending Sparks Fury Murrell, 61, admitted embezzling party money over more than a decade while he and Sturgeon sat at the top of Scottish politics. Court documents detailed spending on a £124,550 motorhome, a Jaguar I-Pace, luxury fountain pens, designer watches and thousands of pounds worth of household items. Prosecutors said false invoices and accounting codes were used to disguise the purchases. Judge Lord Young described the offences as a “gross breach of trust” before Murrell was led away in handcuffs and remanded in custody ahead of sentencing next month. ‘Nobody Believes She Knew Nothing’ The guilty plea immediately intensified scrutiny on Sturgeon, who signed off SNP accounts as party leader while sharing a home and finances with Murrell. Scottish Labour deputy leader Jackie Baillie said it was “inconceivable” Sturgeon knew nothing about the fraud. Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay accused her of making “preposterous protestations of ignorance”. Critics pointed to the scale of the purchases and the years-long operation inside the party machine as pressure mounted for further answers. SNP Faces Political Reckoning The scandal threatens fresh damage to the SNP just weeks after the party secured another Holyrood election victory and renewed calls for a second independence referendum. Operation Branchform — the £2 million police investigation into SNP finances — began after concerns emerged over more than £600,000 raised for an independence campaign that never materialised. Former SNP figures now claim internal warnings were ignored or shut down. Joanna Cherry said those raising concerns were branded “traitors” by party loyalists. Sturgeon Denies Any Knowledge Sturgeon insists she had “no knowledge or suspicion whatsoever” that SNP money was being used for personal purchases. In statements released after the hearing, she said she was “angry, hurt, sad and very distressed”, adding that Murrell’s actions were “beyond my comprehension”. But politically, the questions are no longer fading. For the SNP, the crisis that once lurked in the background has exploded back into the centre of Scottish public life. Sturgeon 'must come clean' on what she knew about husband's £400k theftTue, 26 May 2026 08:19:35 +0000Maybe Israel is NOT losing America ... Trump threatens Arab countries to recognize Israel. So it's never going to happen under Trump.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:19:08 +0000There are some OK choices in public hospitals but OP indicated he wants the best. Physio is minimal to non-existant after TKR in Thailand, unfortunately. Mostly have to DIY though might get shown some exercises before discharge. Plenty of exercises on youtube. Patients are walking before discharge though may need a cane or walker for the first few weeks. He should be able to go back home pretty soon after discharge.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:18:27 +0000If you think there is a deal or a MOU you really are stupid !! Trump keeps on saying its neatly there because he has no clue and he can not spin this to his MAGA cult that he has lost, ! spent billions of Tax dollars for nothing ! how can he spin this !!Tue, 26 May 2026 08:17:27 +0000“Just pay and never return” is one option, but it doesn’t help the business improve. Some restaurants are so bad you simply never go back. Others are decent overall, but one item is poor quality, and feedback matters because you actually want them to improve. Our favourite Pad Krapow place dropped in quality recently - poor chicken, clearly cheaper ingredients. We gave feedback twice, nothing changed, so now we simply don’t order from them anymore. That’s how businesses lose customers. And this idea of “just pay up anyway” makes no sense. If you ordered grilled fish and got grilled squid instead, would you just accept it and pay? If a shop gave you the wrong item, would you buy it anyway? In this case, the woman paid for everything she received correctly and refused to pay for the item that was wrong. That’s entirely reasonable. People obsessing over the 80 baht are missing the point completely.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:17:26 +0000I'll raise you a Palestinians steal everythingTue, 26 May 2026 08:16:08 +0000He is right AI is extremely dangerous and should only be used in highly constrained off grid environments if at all. It will take jobs and be used to enslave humanity if left unchecked as it is now. Already we see shortages of ram,hard drives and other computer equipment due to huge data centers scooping up all the supplies they also use huge amounts of electricity and water while hoovering up vast amounts of personal data which will be used for AI training and god knows what else , I'll guess government surveillance and monitoring not just for nasty hurty words on social media and certainly not to 'protect the children' but for something far more sinister..total control enslavement in the digital panopticon..say no to it now before its too late.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:15:50 +0000OK cheers. That is why we were told as children always to walk facing the traffic and to always wear something white at night.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:12:53 +0000Sound advice - why don't you practice what you preach?Tue, 26 May 2026 08:12:51 +0000I got figures from AI and I converted them to Thai Baht. It was between 3,600 TB to 25,000 TB. As the laptop was only 12,000 to buy, I'd suggest the cost maybe around 4,000 TB. If that is the real cost of repair I will probably go with that as long as there's some sort of guarantee.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:12:32 +0000Exactly the amount that the 20% rate ends. What a coincidence you would earn that 😄 Don't believe you after your salary claim you are clearly making things up to prove a point. 80 pounds wouldn't cover gas and electric in a bedsit unless you walk around in a sleeping bag. Its widely accepted as a joke unless you work for it as middle management. Its a disgrace. Accident and emergency times out of control. Over 10 hours average to get admitted to a ward. 6 months to a year for surgery. Like I said you must have different standards to me or more likely gaslightingTue, 26 May 2026 08:11:38 +0000Sabotage and guerrilla warfare. Pretty good strategy.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:10:37 +0000A troll post with an image containing a profane gesture has been removed.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:10:05 +0000Here we go again!Tue, 26 May 2026 08:08:59 +0000He may get an even harsher sentence because he hit a distinguished member of Thai society.Tue, 26 May 2026 08:08:35 +0000https://www.facebook.com/reel/1470918781408657Tue, 26 May 2026 08:08:00 +0000One clown a few posts up now claiming the left never wanted high fossil fuel taxes to force a swap into "green" energy.😅 its literally been their whole political ideology(as well as ordering we accrpt gender is fluid according to mood and feelings on any given day) for the past 20 years. You couldnt make up how dishonest lefties are. And no, we dont have a 3 second memory!Tue, 26 May 2026 08:06:50 +0000