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Trump orders Hostages released
You seem obsessed about it. Perhaps you should call Biden and tell him of your concerns. However, I think Biden's people already know and are not interested in doing anything about it. -
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Trump orders Hostages released
Why would he be joshing? Some of us don't care what the sheeple have as their next big thing. New things like that are multiplying like rodents and will be eliminated in short order by the next one. It's like the evil empire of microsoft, soon as one gets used to their latest ever more unusable iteration of an OS they have moved on to the next one. As for myself, I take pride in not knowing what bluesky is. I don't use twit thing or facethingy, and can't wait to not use bluesky as well. a decentralized platform gaining traction Any chance you can use plain English when lauding the next sheeple fad? -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 16 December 2024
Police arrest loan shark gang at Ministry of Culture by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of KhaoSod A dramatic arrest unfolded at the Ministry of Culture when police apprehended members of a loan shark gang accused of charging extortionate interest rates and intimidating debtors. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1346280-police-arrest-loan-shark-gang-at-ministry-of-culture/ -
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Police arrest loan shark gang at Ministry of Culture
Picture courtesy of KhaoSod by Nattapong Westwood A dramatic arrest unfolded at the Ministry of Culture when police apprehended members of a loan shark gang accused of charging extortionate interest rates and intimidating debtors. The operation, led by Montri Teshakun, targeted 30 year old Veeraphat, and 23 year old Meentada, who were charged with operating an unauthorised personal loan business and lending money at rates exceeding legal limits. The crackdown occurred yesterday, December 14, behind the Wisit Cultural Building in Huai Khwang, Bangkok, following a tip-off about the gang’s operations. Investigations revealed that this group, known as Flash & Fluke, frequently collected illegal loan repayments from food vendors at the ministry’s ground-floor food court. Vendors facing difficulties in making payments reportedly endured public humiliation, threats, and even physical confrontations. Debt collectors for the gang reportedly did not hesitate to assert their dominance even within government premises, showing no fear of law enforcement. On weekends when vendors couldn’t sell their goods, they were aggressively reminded to pay their debts. This audacity was a significant concern as it took place in a governmental area, raising alarms about the gang’s boldness. The gang operated by demanding interest rates of 20% daily, significantly above the legal threshold. Investigations found that the gang strategically collected payments during lunch breaks, arriving on motorcycles and wearing full helmets to avoid detection. Once they secured the payments, they swiftly departed the scene. In their confession, the accused admitted to collecting these exorbitant interest rates on behalf of a financier known only as Gram, whose full identity remains unknown. They explained that they were responsible for recruiting clients and collecting installments, receiving a percentage of the interest as a commission. The gang had a structured operation, with different members assigned to specific routes to avoid overlap. Their unit, Sap Lakkachai 5, was led by a figure named Toey, who was responsible for increasing client numbers, while Tum acted as an advisor overseeing the operations, reported KhaoSod. “We were just collecting for our financier, Gram, who charges 20% interest daily. Our job was to find clients and collect payments, and we received a share of the interest,” one of the suspects confessed. Police are conducting further investigations to dismantle the network and identify other members involved in this illegal operation. The suspects have been handed over to the Huai Khwang Police Station for legal proceedings. -- 2024-12-16 -
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Transgender Fencer Sparks Controversy with Prestigious Win on Women’s Team
I was watching ABC TV recently on a Saturday afternoon, a bunch of guys in red tartan dresses picking up a large rock , apparently it's a sport from Scotland All dressed in dresses , one was named Scottie ,I thought it was absolutely beautiful And good on them if they want to be female and play sport even mens sport Identify as you want I say -
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Help & Suggestions please as next year I will have no UK address
What have you got underneath that tartan dress Scotty ? -
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Amnesty International’s Troubling Focus
Rarely has the disproportionate focus of certain activist organizations on Israel been as evident as it is today. Since the Syrian conflict erupted in 2011, over 500,000 people have lost their lives, with millions displaced as Islamist factions, Assad’s regime, and their Russian allies have left towns in ruins. Yet among many on the global left, the prevailing outrage seems directed not at the architects of this vast human tragedy but rather at Israel. One needs only to listen to their rhetoric: “Did you see what the IDF did in Khan Younis this week?” This singular focus is epitomized by Amnesty International’s recent report, *‘You Feel Like You Are Subhuman’: Israel’s Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza*. Its publication coincided with Hama falling to a faction more extreme than al-Qaeda, yet Amnesty’s prioritization of Israel over Syria raises uncomfortable questions. Why is Israel’s war with Hamas labeled a “genocide” when other conflicts with far greater death tolls, like the Syrian war, escape such severe condemnation? Why is the Gaza conflict, with an alleged death toll of 44,000, branded a “modern-day holocaust,” while Syria’s half-million dead are discussed without invoking the same incendiary terms? Consider Yemen, where 400,000 people have perished, some through violence and others from famine, yet the word “genocide” remains conspicuously absent. In the Congo wars, millions died, but where were the Western protesters waving swastikas or branding their perpetrators as Nazis? It is difficult to escape the conclusion that terms like “genocide,” “Nazis,” and “Hitler” are disproportionately applied to Israel because their connotations are uniquely painful to the Jewish people. The actions of Amnesty UK earlier this year highlight this troubling pattern. In March, activists placed street signs reading “Genocide Avenue” outside the Israeli Embassy in London. Imagine how embassy staff—descendants of those who survived the Holocaust—felt seeing that term, a symbol of one of humanity’s darkest crimes, affixed outside their workplace. Notably, the Russian Embassy, mere blocks away, saw no such treatment, despite the atrocities in Ukraine. Amnesty reserves its most damning accusations for Israel alone. Even Amnesty’s language in its report betrays a certain unease. The organization criticizes the “narrow” definitions of genocide that exclude Israel’s actions and calls for broader interpretations that might encompass what it describes as Israel’s “genocidal” war. Yet this reveals a discomfort, a tacit acknowledgment that Israel is engaged in armed conflict—not genocide. Amnesty’s desire to stretch the definition of such a grave crime raises questions about its credibility and motives. This is not the first time Amnesty has taken aim at those defending themselves against oppressive forces. The organization has accused Kurdish fighters of “war crimes” during their battle against ISIS, condemned Ukrainians for “putting civilians in harm’s way” while resisting Russia’s aggression, and now criticizes Israel’s pursuit of Hamas, a group committed to its destruction. Amnesty’s tendency to scold those fighting against terror and tyranny often seems divorced from the grim realities of these struggles. Perhaps it is time for Amnesty International to reconsider its approach. Candlelit vigils and well-meaning reports are one thing, but relentless criticism of those battling extremist forces does little to support humanity’s progress. The people of Israel, Kurdistan, Ukraine, and beyond deserve better than to have their righteous struggles against oppression equated with the very evils they fight. Based on a report by The Spectator 2024-12-16 -
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Watch: George Santos Hit with Coffee in Times Square Amid Ongoing Controversy
A video circulating on social media shows former New York congressman George Santos being doused with a cup of coffee in Times Square, sparking widespread reactions online. The clip begins with an unnamed man, wearing sunglasses, speaking into the camera as he follows Santos, remarking, “This guy has got [the] audacity to show his face.” Moments later, the man confronts Santos, throws the drink at him, and asks, “How do you like that?” Santos responds angrily, shouting, “What the f*** is wrong with you?” Santos, who has been embroiled in scandals throughout his brief political career, became only the sixth member of Congress in U.S. history to be expelled from the House when he was removed in December 2023. His expulsion followed a series of accusations and criminal charges that culminated in him pleading guilty to aggravated identity theft and wire fraud in August. These charges included stealing credit card information for personal use and submitting false information to the Federal Election Commission. Prosecutors revealed that Santos had defrauded his victims of more than $300,000, which he has been ordered to repay. Once seen as a rising star in the Republican Party, Santos faced intense scrutiny for fabricating much of his personal and professional background. His career unraveled as investigations uncovered a pattern of deceit and financial misconduct. His expulsion placed him in a small and infamous group of lawmakers removed from Congress, the other five being Confederates expelled during the Civil War. The coffee-throwing incident is just the latest chapter in Santos’ tumultuous public life. While it has fueled conversations about political accountability and public conduct, it also highlights the dangers of escalating tensions in political discourse. Even those critical of Santos have called for restraint, emphasizing that disagreements should not devolve into personal assaults. Based on a report by The Independent 2024-12-16
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