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USA UPenn ban trans athletes after probe involving swimmer Lia Thomas
About time as this stupid nonsense has gone on far too long and is an afront to women's sport. -
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Can foreigners really own condos or can they still lose access like with land lease?
I'm not a specialist. Presumanbly, the building and land are registered in the name of an association. Why not look into this. Do they have decision-making provisions, such as flow-through of expenses, repairs, even eventual transformation of the building? -
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Report Thailand's Military Aims for Reform Amid Political Unrest
Photo courtesy of Royal Thai Army Facebook Thailand's military is pledging change with no coups in sight, despite rising political tensions. Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai emphasised a shift towards a modern and professional force over past practices. "The military's mindset has evolved," Phumtham stated, outlining plans to cut excess staff and upgrade weaponry without expanding traditional ambitions. This approach has impacted major defence deals. Under his guidance, Phumtham advanced the Navy's delayed submarine project by switching to Chinese engines, and endorsed the Royal Thai Air Force's acquisition of Swedish Gripen E/F fighter jets, expected to be reviewed by the Cabinet soon. The Navy will also proceed with purchasing two frigates. Lawmakers, recognising the need for national security enhancements, have backed these purchases. The Air Force will continue with acquiring helicopters, drones, and armoured vehicles by 2025. Phumtham candidly addressed the harm of past military coups, noting how they failed to resolve political conflicts and eroded public trust. General Phana Khlaeoplotthuk, set to lead the Royal Thai Air Force until 2030, supports this new non-interventionist stance. Nevertheless, political uncertainties loom. The Constitutional Court recently suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, demanding she answer corruption charges within 15 days. This has escalated tensions across the nation. In response to growing unrest, particularly with the mobilisation of the United Land Power to Defend Sovereignty group planning a major rally in August, Phumtham reassured that the military has no interest in intervening. "A coup is not even considered by senior officers," he asserted. While doubts persist about legal proceedings being politicised, Phumtham insisted on the integrity of Thailand’s justice system as a democratic pillar. "It must proceed," he affirmed. As the political climate remains uncertain, insiders acknowledge that developments are hard to predict. Yet, the military's current commitment to reform, rather than interference, marks a significant shift in Thailand's governance landscape. With defence projects and military restructuring underway, Thailand stands on the cusp of notable institutional change as it navigates these turbulent times. The cost of these transitions is significant, with the acquisition of fighter jets and other equipment amounting to substantial sums in Thai Baht, reflecting both an economic and strategic investment in Thailand's future security and stability. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-07-04 -
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Getting Vietnamese Dong in Chiang Mai
When I previously wanted some Laos kip I went to numerous places,none were able to help. Then I went to a small place near Thapae gate and within an hour they sourced some. Sorry, bit vague as I can't remember name of it. If it wasn't on Ratvithi road, then it was definitely the road before that heading back towards Thapae gate. Only a few shops into the road. Apologies that I can't be more specific but they were very helpful in my circumstances. -
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ATM fee now 250bt
The banks do not set the exchange rate you get through debit/credit card used for foreign purchases or ATM withdrawals. VISA and MasterCard (or whatever card company processes the transaction) set the exchange rates. https://usa.visa.com/support/consumer/travel-support/exchange-rate-calculator.html https://www.mastercard.us/en-us/personal/get-support/convert-currency.html -
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'Disgraceful’: Critics blast Trump for latest move 'doing Putin’s bidding’
Putin doesn't mind losing a million of his own people for his messianic imperialist agenda as long as most of them aren't the ethnic Russian Moscow and St. Petersburg elites. So clearly to him Ukrainian lives are even more worthless.
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