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Do You Believe: Next year, and the next, will be HOTTER than 2024?
It's called "weather".... It was around when we were kids and 1,000 years before that. They compare today's temperatures to when? The start of when actual temperatures were being recorded??!! What about the world temperatures prior to then? -
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Passenger Criticizes Thai Airways for Stranding Over 30 People at Arlanda Airport
Of coarse, it's the Thai way ... they will never admit fault. -
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Historian Urges Thaksin To Stop Pulling Strings Behind PM
last i checked mr historian thaksin was critically ill and needed a neck brace and arm sling. -
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Trump threatens to prosecute those he claimed ‘cheated’ in election if he wins in November
To be fair, there have been a number of proven instances of individual fraud. Shockingly, though, they were votes for Trump. -
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Trump Vows to Jail Those Who Engage in "Unscrupulous Behavior" During the 2024 Election
So when is trump turning himself in to prison?I can’t believe anyone believes this charlitan. -
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Must Read Its Happening - Law to Tax Overseas Income Now in Progress
I may be wrong but the law that has to do with that March 2025 law was already passed & in effect since Jan 1st 2024 So by right what they are saying is the Tax returns that are due March 2025 should include any taxes owed for inbound taxable monies sent into Thailand between Jan 1st 2024 & Dec 31st 2024 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 10 September 2024
Historian Urges Thaksin To Stop Pulling Strings Behind PM FILE - Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, left, hugs his daughter and newly elected Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra before the royal endorsement ceremony appointing Paetongtarn as Thailand's new prime minister at Pheu Thai party headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) Historian Attachak Satayanuruk from Chiang Mai University has called for Thaksin Shinawatra to cease his backstage political machinations concerning his daughter and newly-appointed Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337755-historian-urges-thaksin-to-stop-pulling-strings-behind-pm/- 1
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Historian Urges Thaksin To Stop Pulling Strings Behind PM
FILE - Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, left, hugs his daughter and newly elected Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra before the royal endorsement ceremony appointing Paetongtarn as Thailand's new prime minister at Pheu Thai party headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) Historian Attachak Satayanuruk from Chiang Mai University has called for Thaksin Shinawatra to cease his backstage political machinations concerning his daughter and newly-appointed Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The comments come in light of ongoing lawsuits filed against Thaksin and Paetongtarn, seeking to end what is being described as a shared, unconstitutional power dynamic. Attachak expressed concerns that Thaksin, the de facto Pheu Thai boss, has not only acted as the puppet master but has also brought unnecessary attention to himself in the political sphere. "It's time Thaksin stopped pulling the strings and allowed his daughter to govern independently if he truly cares about the country's future," said the historian. Thaksin has allegedly convened a confidential meeting with coalition party leaders at his residence on August 14, just hours after the Constitutional Court ousted Thailand's former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. These actions are seen as Thaksin's continued influence over ministerial decisions, a manoeuvre deemed illegal due to his prior indictment and permanent political disqualification. Attachak criticised Thaksin for his inability to discern trustful allies from foes, leading to an alliance with previous adversaries and forming a controversial coalition government. This coalition includes ultra-conservative factions such as the military-backed Ruam Thai Sang Chart and Palang Pracharath, reported Thai Newsroom. Critics argue that Thaksin's reconciliation with former enemies was part of a deal ensuring his safe return after 17 years of self-imposed exile and avoiding a full prison sentence. In exchange, Thaksin’s political influence has allegedly facilitated the establishment of a Pheu Thai-led government. Despite the Pheu Thai government's efforts to introduce populist policies, such as the digital wallet project, Attachak argues that voter support may waver if fundamental issues concerning justice, human rights, and social governance remain unaddressed. The historian believes that people are now focusing more on these crucial matters than mere economic relief. In summary, Attachak's plea is clear: Thaksin should step back and let his daughter govern to restore faith in democratic values and justice in Thailand. -- 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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J.D.Vance declines to criticize Tucker Carlson over his friendly chat with Holocaust Denier
Darryl Cooper isn't a historian, amateur or otherwise. He's a guy who reads a lot of books and articles on specific subjects, then regurgitates a flood of details and snippets strung together in his podcasts by oddball interpretations. He's become the Kim Kardashian of historical revisionism- famous for being famous. There's nothing original or insightful in his podcasts. He simply goes down well-worn paths that have been previously trodden by more formiddable figures. Pat Buchanan wrote a book titled Churchill, Hitler, and the Unnecessary War (2008) that laid out in detail Cooper's subsequent claim that Winston Churchill was the "chief villain" of WW II. Cooper also draws heavily on the books of the (in)famous Holocaust and Hitler revisionist David Irving. Many of Cooper's notions about WWII and the Jews can be traced all the way back to the granddaddy of Holocaust deniers and Hitler white-washers, Harry Elmer Barnes in the late 1940's and onward. Very little that Cooper says about Churchill, Hitler, WWII and the Holocaust can't be found in the works of Buchanan, Irving and Barnes. Same message, different medium. -
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Trump Vows to Jail Those Who Engage in "Unscrupulous Behavior" During the 2024 Election
Former President Donald Trump, who has consistently pushed the false narrative that the 2020 presidential election was stolen through widespread fraud, recently escalated his rhetoric by threatening to imprison those he perceives as engaging in dishonest activities during the 2024 election. In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump reiterated his baseless claims of election fraud, accusing Democrats of "rampant Cheating and Skullduggery." He warned that the upcoming election would be monitored with "the closest professional scrutiny" and vowed to prosecute anyone involved in what he described as "unscrupulous behavior." “The 2024 Election, where Votes have just started being cast, will be under the closest professional scrutiny and, WHEN I WIN, those people that CHEATED will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the Law, which will include long term prison sentences so that this Depravity of Justice does not happen again," Trump wrote. He extended his warning to a broad group, stating, “Please beware that this legal exposure extends to Lawyers, Political Operatives, Donors, Illegal Voters, & Corrupt Election Officials. Those involved in unscrupulous behavior will be sought out, caught, and prosecuted at levels, unfortunately, never seen before in our Country.” This threat marks one of the most comprehensive he has issued since announcing his candidacy for the 2024 presidential election, targeting not only his usual adversaries but also those indirectly involved with the election, such as donors and election workers. This move is reminiscent of his 2016 campaign, where he repeatedly threatened to jail his opponent, Hillary Clinton, though he typically refrained from attacking those on the periphery. The impact of such rhetoric has already been felt by election workers, who have faced numerous threats following the 2020 election. Among them are Ruby Freeman and her daughter, Shaye Moss, whose lives were dramatically altered after Trump and his allies falsely accused them of fraud. In the months leading up to the 2020 election, Trump began spreading unfounded warnings of election interference, which intensified after his loss and culminated in the violent attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, as his supporters attempted to prevent the certification of Joe Biden's victory. Trump has begun to make similar statements as the 2024 election approaches. During a recent speech in Wisconsin, Trump emphasized the GOP’s focus on election integrity, suggesting that if Republicans manage to prevent Democrats from cheating, his campaign efforts would be largely unnecessary. “We gotta stop the cheating. If we stop that cheating, if we don’t let them cheat, I don’t even have to campaign anymore,” he said. “We’re going to win by so much. In the meantime, too big to rig, too big to rig.” After the 2020 election, Trump and his allies filed numerous lawsuits in an attempt to overturn the results, all of which were unsuccessful. As the 2024 election draws near, some Democrats have expressed concerns that the GOP's legal maneuvers in key battleground states are intended to cast doubt on the results should Trump lose again. Credit: NBC News 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe- 1
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Sir Ian McKellen Questions Prince Harry's Aptitude and Criticizes the Late Queen
In a candid interview with "The Times", Sir Ian McKellen, the esteemed 85-year-old actor, shared his thoughts on the challenges of royal life, with a particular focus on Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex. McKellen, known for his distinguished career and sharp wit, didn't hold back in expressing his views on the difficulties of existing within the British monarchy. Reflecting on Prince Harry's experiences, McKellen suggested that the Duke might not have been intellectually equipped to navigate the complexities of royal life. "Hats off to anyone who manages to stay sane in that world," he said, before speculating, "As for Harry, he’s probably not bright enough or doesn’t have the right friends to really help himself." Despite his critique, McKellen expressed empathy towards the Prince, emphasizing that he was "most definitely on Harry’s side." McKellen's observations seemed to be influenced by his recent reading of Prince Harry's memoir, *Spare*, which recounts the Duke's personal struggles and revelations. The actor acknowledged the immense pressure faced by members of the royal family, noting that even those who appeared to cope, such as the late Duke of Edinburgh and the current King, seemed to carry deep scars. "The Duke of Edinburgh managed to stay sane in that world, although even he was deeply, deeply eccentric and I suspect deeply unhappy. Same with the present King. He sort of survives, but he is clearly damaged," McKellen reflected. Beyond his commentary on Prince Harry, Sir Ian also shared his personal experiences with the late Queen Elizabeth II, who knighted him in 1991 and awarded him a Companion of Honour medal in 2008 for his contributions to drama and equality. McKellen did not shy away from critiquing the Queen's demeanor during their encounters, describing her as "bloody rude" and speculating that she was "quite mad at the end." Recalling a specific incident, McKellen recounted how the Queen's remarks during a medal ceremony left him feeling dismissed. "When I received a medal for acting, she said, ‘You’ve been doing this for an awfully long time.’ I said, ‘Well, not as long as you.’ I got a royal smile for that, but then she said, ‘Does anyone still actually go to the theatre?’ That’s bloody rude when you’re giving someone a medal for acting. It meant, ‘Does anyone care a f--- about you because I don’t. Now off you go!’" McKellen added that the Queen's handshake during the encounter felt like a dismissal, as she pushed him away when he tried to take her hand. In reflecting on the lives of the royal family, McKellen expressed a degree of sympathy, acknowledging the difficulties of being born into such a public and constrained existence. "Imagine being born into the Royal family. I’ve been in public life a bit, but these people are in prison. They can’t do anything normal. Can you imagine having to be nice to everyone you talk to?" McKellen, who is currently recovering from a fall during a performance at the Noel Coward Theatre in June, has been taking time off from acting to recuperate. Despite his recent injuries, the two-time Oscar nominee hinted at a potential return to his iconic role as Gandalf in a new *Lord of the Rings* film being planned by Warner Bros. As he continues to recover, his candid reflections offer a rare glimpse into his personal views on the British monarchy and the individuals within it. Credit: Daily Telegraph 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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Labour's Britain: A Landscape of Bluster and Inaction
In the heart of Oxfordshire, a £51 million car park, sprawling across 19 acres with 850 spaces, stands as a symbol of mismanagement and unfulfilled promises. From above, it resembles a meticulously designed racing circuit, with ring roads, bus shelters, and perfectly painted parking lines. Yet, despite its grandeur, this car park is destined to remain empty for years to come. The reason? It cannot be connected to the main road just a few meters away due to halted improvements on the A40 dual carriageway, thwarted by planning and cost issues. This colossal waste, an island of empty potential, is a fitting metaphor for the current state of Britain under the Labour government led by Keir Starmer. The situation in Eynsham encapsulates a broader pattern: a government that excels in bluster, blame, and endless tinkering without achieving meaningful progress. The Labour government has quickly mastered the art of shallow interference, paying lip service to socialist ideals without the conviction to implement them effectively. A prime example is their recent decision to withdraw the winter fuel payment for older people, citing a supposed £22 billion financial black hole left by their predecessors. This move, predictably unpopular, has prompted the government to suggest that around 800,000 pensioners eligible for pension credit should navigate a complex online application process to claim what is rightfully theirs. The idea that elderly citizens should jump through such hoops, entering verification codes and deciphering CAPTCHA challenges, is absurd. Many would rather forgo the payment than endure the ordeal, highlighting the government’s failure to adopt a more pragmatic approach, such as issuing automatic payments based on existing data. This penchant for tinkering is evident in other areas as well. The government’s proposals to ban smoking in public spaces, for instance, represent an unnecessary intrusion into personal freedoms. The same can be said for their musings on regulating concert ticket prices, as illustrated by Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy's outrage over "vastly inflated prices" excluding ordinary fans from live music events. These are not the pressing issues of the day, yet they consume the government’s attention while more significant challenges, such as the overhaul of the food manufacturing industry, are ignored. Even in matters of foreign policy, the Labour government’s approach is one of token gestures rather than substantive action. Their decision to tinker with arms exports to Israel, issuing 30 export licenses in response to alleged humanitarian violations, is nothing more than a weak nod to the pro-Gaza wing of the party. Meanwhile, Angela Rayner returns from her Ibiza holiday, spouting slogans like "remediation acceleration" on the Today programme, while remaining silent on more serious issues such as the fatalities at the Notting Hill Carnival. Labour won the right to govern after the chaos of the Tory years, but their current trajectory risks squandering this opportunity. Instead of bold actions, they offer half-measures and empty gestures. Like the car park in Eynsham, their policies may look impressive on the surface, but without the infrastructure to make them work, they remain unused and ineffective. If Labour continues to tinker without tackling the big issues, they will find themselves splintered and sidelined, their chance to lead slipping away, leaving Britain as empty and directionless as that Oxfordshire car park. Credit: Daily Telegraph 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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Congress Faces Intensifying Battle Over Government Funding as Shutdown Looms
As the September 30 deadline to avert a government shutdown looms, Congress is facing significant internal conflicts, particularly among Republicans, which could lead to a prolonged funding battle. Both parties are firmly entrenched in their positions, with some Republicans even expressing doubts about their own party's strategy as government funding is set to expire in less than a month. Lawmakers returned to Washington with the urgent task of preventing a shutdown. While the upcoming elections might reduce the likelihood of a funding lapse, the debate is expected to be contentious. House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), unveiled a plan that ties a six-month stopgap funding measure, also known as a continuing resolution (CR), to legislation that demands stricter proof-of-citizenship requirements to register to vote. "Today, House Republicans are taking a critically important step to keep the federal government funded and to secure our federal election process," Johnson declared, emphasizing the necessity of ensuring that "only American citizens can decide American elections." In recent months, conservatives have increasingly called for a stopgap that extends beyond December, anticipating the potential return of former President Trump to the Oval Office in January. Their goal is to avoid a massive end-of-year omnibus spending bill. Despite the urgency, Johnson's plan has already faced skepticism within his own party. Some Republicans caution against assuming the outcome of the November elections, with concerns about burdening a newly elected Congress with a complex appropriations process. One House Republican voiced concerns about the challenges for newly elected members who may lack understanding of the appropriations process, especially with the debt limit also looming in January. Additionally, there are doubts about the wisdom of attaching the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act to the CR, given the strong likelihood that the Democratic-controlled Senate will reject it. Rep. Matt Rosendale (R-Mont.) criticized Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), accusing him of wanting "illegals to vote in American elections." Rosendale argued that Republicans should focus on passing all 12 appropriations bills, rather than pursuing a strategy that is likely to fail. Despite the internal divisions, some Republicans, like Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), who is the lead sponsor of the SAVE Act, are pushing for the GOP to unite and move forward. Roy emphasized the need for the party to strategize effectively over the next two months, stating, "But we got to figure out what we’re going to do about government funding, and we got to figure out what we’re going to do about picking a fight that differentiates us from Democrats." Democrats have strongly opposed the GOP’s plan, with Shalanda Young, director of the White House’s Office of Management and Budget, accusing Congressional Republicans of wasting time. Young emphasized that there is a clear, bipartisan path to responsibly fund the government, warning that the proposed six-month CR ignores pressing needs that could have severe consequences for defense, veterans, and communities. The funding battle also coincides with concerns from both parties over a $3 billion budget shortfall facing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This shortfall, largely attributed to the PACT Act, a landmark law passed in 2022 that expanded VA health care, could disrupt benefit payments for millions of veterans and survivors in October if Congress does not act by September 20. Sen. John Boozman (R-Ark.), the top Republican on the subcommittee responsible for VA funding, acknowledged the urgency of addressing the shortfall, expressing a desire to ensure veterans do not miss critical payments. Credit: The Hill 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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International Manhunt Launched After Horrific Coffee Attack on Baby in Australia
Australian police are collaborating with international authorities to track down a man suspected of pouring boiling coffee on a nine-month-old baby in Brisbane. The shocking and seemingly random attack, which took place last month, has left the infant with severe burns to his face and limbs, sparking widespread outrage across the nation. The incident occurred on August 31, when the baby was at a picnic with his family in a suburban park. According to witnesses, a “strange man” approached the family and suddenly emptied a flask of boiling coffee onto the child before fleeing the scene on foot. The infant was quickly given first aid by those nearby, and an off-duty nurse rushed him to her apartment to cool his burns under cold water. Despite their efforts, the baby suffered dramatic injuries that have already necessitated multiple surgeries, and his parents anticipate a long and challenging recovery process for their son. Queensland Police have issued an arrest warrant for a 33-year-old man wanted on charges of acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm, a crime that carries a possible life sentence. However, in a frustrating twist for the investigation, the main suspect managed to flee the country before authorities could apprehend him. The man reportedly left Australia from Sydney airport just six days after the attack and only 12 hours before police were able to confirm his identity. Det Insp Paul Dalton, who is leading the investigation, described the case as one of the "most complex and frustrating" of his career. He confirmed that police are aware of the suspect's name and the country to which he has fled but are withholding this information to avoid compromising their ongoing investigation. The suspect is described as an “itinerant” worker who has traveled to Australia multiple times since 2019, with addresses in both New South Wales and Victoria. Authorities believe the man is knowledgeable about "police methodologies" and has been engaging in "counter-surveillance activities" to evade capture. The baby’s parents, speaking to the media on Monday, expressed their devastation upon learning that the suspect had escaped the country. "It sounds like they were very, very close in catching him, and this obviously means that we're going to have to wait who knows how long to get justice for our son," the baby’s mother told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Despite the horrific ordeal, the boy’s father noted that their son is in "good spirits," though additional skin graft surgeries may still be necessary. In the wake of the attack, a GoFundMe page set up to support the baby boy and his family has raised over A$150,000 ($100,000 £76,000), reflecting the strong public sympathy and desire to help in the face of such a tragic event. As the international manhunt continues, authorities remain committed to bringing the suspect to justice and providing some measure of closure to the distraught family. Credit: BBC 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe
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