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Military Submarine Replica Goes on Display in Sattahip
Was also my first thought Journalistic licence perhaps.......... -
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USA Trump Slaps India with 50% Tariff for Russian Oil Buys
Not to mention all the pharmaceuticals made there wasn’t the old dotard making sounds to the effect of lowering drug prices???yea I know shouldn’t pay any attention to what he says just what he does. -
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Cost of alcoholic beverages in Thailand
Op, I was paying 2-300 for a small Thai dishwater beer 20y ago in the Banyan Tree. 160 baht even in a slightly above standard place in Bkk is probably fairly normal now, since Thailand is grossly overpriced on the alcohol front. Look at it in comparison with similar Vietnamese places. As for Lebua Tower, great views but they charge those stupid prices ‘because they can’ and it was in Hangover 2. It is way more expensive than the Baccarat Bar under Harrods, for instance, which is proper class. -
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Tourism Thailand Tourism Faces Challenges Amid Border Conflict
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Crime Chang Circuit Defends Khao Kradong Land Dispute
Exactly whose version of 'justice' is this referring to? Based on the articles it's as clear as mud. -
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USA Judge Halts 'Alligator Alcatraz' Over Everglades Threat
video screenshot A dramatic twist in the saga of 'Alligator Alcatraz' unfolded on Thursday as U.S. District Judge Kathleen Mary Williams slammed the brakes on further construction of the controversial detention centre. Following two intense days of testimony, the judge granted a temporary restraining order, suggesting possible environmental damage to Florida’s precious Everglades. Although the current facility can still accommodate detainees, U.S. District Judge Kathleen Mary Williams has severely restricted any further development for the next 14 days. This move offers a reprieve for environmental groups and the Miccosukee Tribe, who have fiercely contested the project. The centre sits just 50 miles from Miami, deep within the Everglades, posing a threat to endangered species like the Florida panther and sacred lands like the Miccosukee. Miccosukee Chairman Talbert Cypress voiced relief, hailing the pause as a crucial step in defending their homeland. In contrast, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier blasted the ruling, insisting it fails to halt operations entirely and vowing to challenge the decision. The battle lines are drawn, with both sides primed for further legal skirmishes. The controversy revolves around the absence of environmental impact assessments, which plaintiffs contend were essential prior to the construction of the centre. State officials assert the facility sidesteps federal environmental laws, adding another layer to the heated legal debate. The facility, constructed with federal funds but run by the state, straddles a murky jurisdiction, leaving courts and officials perplexed. Governor Ron DeSantis claims Florida is executing federal immigration policies, with promises of reimbursement left unfulfilled. This adds complexity to an already fraught situation, once considered a key component of the US president's ambitious deportation plans. Alligator Alcatraz’s lightning-fast creation transformed the Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport into a massive, 3,000-capacity detention site. The facility’s proximity to crucial tribal lands has sparked fierce resistance, with the Miccosukee Tribe joining litigation efforts last month to protect their historical and cultural heritage. As court hearings continue next week, eyes will remain fixed on Miami to see how these complex legal and environmental issues are resolved. The halt on construction may be temporary, but it underscores significant regional tensions and unresolved questions about jurisdiction and environmental stewardship. Adapted by ASEAN Now from ABC News 2025-08-08
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