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Tesla sales plunge across Europe
Elon Musk with Aspergers...can't see the wood for the trees can he ? "Mr SuperIQ" -
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Visa run to Laos, always fine? No problem with TDAC
I did mean that he doesn't want to get a mini bus to the land border . Land borders also do guaranteed entry -
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Entertainment BLACKPINK's Lisa Stuns in Louis Vuitton at 2025 Met Gala Debut
Well said. I always baulk at these kinds of topics — pretty local stars making it in the world. Posts like ‘every student campus has one’ (of course it does, so what?), or ‘she’s nothing special’, calling her a hooker or ‘I wouldn’t do her with yours’ etc… all the while probably downing another case of Chang in their wife-beater and flip flops. Like any of you would have a hope in hell, even with a lookalike as a ‘normal’ girl here. Her music’s not for me, I don’t follow her and beauty is subjective and all that, but she’s clearly a stunner and has done well for herself. Why do people find it so hard to acknowledge it when a Thai is successful? -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 7 May 2025
Man Arrested After Attack on 80-Year-Old Woman in Her Home Picture courtesy of Khoasod. A 46-year-old man has been arrested in Phayao province after attacking an 80-year-old woman in a failed attempt to rob her. The incident occurred in Moo 7, Lo Subdistrict, Chun District, where the victim, Mrs. Sanan, was assaulted in her own home. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1359962-man-arrested-after-attack-on-80-year-old-woman-in-her-home/ -
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The alarming mental decline of Donald J. Trump -- watch this space
I have seen a sharp mental decline of some members here over the past 5 years. It always amuses me that people with an average age of probably 70 go on about people getting old losing their marbles. -
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Germany's Merz Squeaks Through as Chancellor After Historic First Vote Failure
Germany's incoming chancellor Friedrich Merz shakes hands with outgoing German chancellor Olaf Scholz as Merz is elected (Picture courtesy of REUTERS/Fabrizio Bensch) In an unexpected twist in German politics, conservative leader Friedrich Merz has secured the chancellor's position after a second round of voting in the parliament. Merz faced a remarkable political hurdle as the initial parliamentary vote saw his alliance with the centre-left Social Democrats rejected—the first such failure in post-war Germany. Despite leading the CDU/CSU alliance to victory in February's federal election and forming a coalition with the Social Democrats, Merz initially fell short on securing enough support, obtaining only 310 out of the necessary 316 votes in the first try. However, a subsequent secret ballot yielded a 325 to 289 vote in his favour, enabling Merz to sidestep a political quandary that left him visibly shaken and prompted emergency discussions with his loyalists. As 69-year-old Merz prepares to take charge amidst a stagnant economy and heightened global tensions, his leadership is under scrutiny. His coalition has proposed strategies to boost growth by slashing corporate taxes and energy costs while pledging robust backing for Ukraine and beefier military budgets. Yet, significant tasks lie ahead, particularly with a defence in government positions secured only by Defence Minister Boris Pistorius. The appointment of Merz marks his debut in a governmental role, having launched his career as a European lawmaker in 1989 and later rising to prominence in German politics. His leadership is challenged by dwindling public support, driven partly by the staunch rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). The AfD has been classified as right-wing extremist by domestic security services and has gained a foothold, particularly in Germany's eastern regions. President Frank-Walter Steinmeier was set to swear in Merz and his cabinet, which consists primarily of fresh faces, many from the private sector. The swearing-in ceremony was scheduled before Merz's diplomatic visits to Paris and Warsaw. As Merz steps into his role at a momentous time for Germany, opposition voices question his ability to unify both the parliament and the nation. Far-left and far-right figures criticised Merz, highlighting a perceived fragility in the coalition's foundation. Despite the rocky start, Merz now assumes the mantle as post-war Germany's 10th chancellor, with his leadership vision firmly under the spotlight as Europe watches closely. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-07
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