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Which Tyres To Buy?
I recently replaced my origunal spec GoodYear Wranglers on my Ranger. They were okay as road tyres, but not great grip, and 'chirping' every time i did a U-turn, or even turned a corner! I put a pair of Maxxis on the front a few months ago, because one of the original GoodYears developed a bulge on the side wall (after 12,000Ks). These were cheap, and had even less grip than the GoodYears!. In work mode back in Australia, I always ran either Coopers or BFG. I eventually stopped Coopers because I was getting too many punctures. I bit the bullet here, and put a set of BFG AT ko3 265/65/18 s on. It was the best move I have mage for a long time! They are quiet , have good grip - on and off road - amd they look great on the car too. Those raised white letters are good for at least another 25 horsepower - lol. Not cheap, at 34k for 4 - but totally worth it for safety and peace of mind. if you want some slightly used Maxxis - they are slowly rotting behind my shed! -
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British Woman Arrested at Phuket Airport for 207-Day Visa Overstay
“It remains unclear why she overstayed or whether she had made any attempts to report her status or rectify the issue with immigration authorities prior to her arrest.” And there we have it , we do not know whether she had or didn’t have the necessary funds to pay the overstay fine or if the reporter will investigate further and clarify the issue. I am sure readers would wish to know whether Phuket immigration are now arresting overstayers at the airport even if they do have the means available to pay the overstay fine. There have been several similar reports recently of people on overstays being arrested whilst attempting to depart from Phuket airport , but none of them have answered this question. -
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Trump Threatens 50% ‘Nuclear Option’ Tariffs as China Vows to ‘Firmly Safeguard’ Interests
Good job. You go Mr Trump- just do it. -
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Trump Administration Debuts Legal Blueprint for Disappearing Anyone It Wants
Read the link the facts are there. The Supreme Court ruled on the case yesterday. Do some real research and you would know all this already but instead you only listen to the propaganda put out by Trump and his minions which is seldom close to reality. -
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Australian Dollar Plunges - Trump’s Tariffs Spark ‘Bloodbath’ for Shoppers and Travellers
The Australian dollar crashed to 59.64 US cents—its lowest level since April 2020—as markets reeled from Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs, threatening higher prices for imports and overseas travel. Key Developments: Historic Lows: AUD fell over 6% in a week, hitting 59.64¢ against the USD and below 90 yen for the first time since 2023. Market Meltdown: ASX lost $160bn in value as fears of a global trade war intensified. Retail Shock: E-commerce experts warn of imminent price hikes for US-linked goods, including Temu and Shein purchases. Why It Matters: A weaker AUD means higher costs for everything from electronics to overseas holidays, with travelers to Japan, Indonesia, and India facing steeper expenses. The currency’s slump reflects fears that Trump’s tariffs—and retaliatory measures from China and the EU—could trigger a global recession, crushing demand for Australia’s iron ore and other commodities. Sector Impacts: Retail: Prices for US-dollar-pegged imports will rise “significantly,” warns e-commerce analyst Kelly Slessor. Travel: Japan trips lose appeal as AUD buys under 90 yen (down from 100+ in 2024). Commodities: Iron ore demand at risk if China’s economy slows amid trade hostilities, says AMP economist My Bui. Global Ripple Effects: While the euro and yen gained against the USD, currencies of trade-reliant nations like India and South Korea fell. Markets now price in a “worst-case scenario” where Trump’s 10% global tariffs escalate into a full-blown trade war. What’s Next: Consumers are urged to buy now before retailers adjust prices upward. Meanwhile, the RBA faces pressure to cut rates further, with analysts warning the AUD could test 55¢ if China’s growth falters.
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