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Had to fill out an entry/exit form entering land border from Nong Khai but nothing else.

"Additionally, the tourist has been instructed to compensate the car rental company with 20,000 baht for the damages incurred." Sounds like a rip off - the car doesn't appear to be damaged in any way - no collision - maybe got "scratched " by the sand?

He intended to take the fines to the station. lmao

Well, he's not a good add for the place, though thankfully I have met a few Aussies here, that are nothing like the bloke, I bet a few Aussies on here cringe at his cr@p. What with him and the many guises of bignok, I right strange duo....

Bill Clinton banged her. Bwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah

Errr... He says his wife is paying for the wedding. If she has her own money, what right does he have to interfere? Thai law does not require a man's approval for a woman to sign a contract any more.

The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) of Thailand is offering advice on how to use air conditioning systems effectively without racking up extensive electricity costs in the ongoing heat. The PEA advises selecting an air conditioner with the suitable British Thermal Units (BTU) depending on the room size. With 9,000 to 21,000 BTU, air conditioning units are ideal for small or medium spaces like apartments. In contrast, air conditioners with 21,000 to 30,000 BTU work best for larger rooms like living rooms and 30,000 to 36,000 BTU units are needed for bigger areas such as home offices, restaurants or cafes. The PEA suggests setting air conditioners to 26 to 27 degrees Celsius and using a fan for improved air circulation, which can reduce electricity costs by 10%. Keeping the air conditioning unit well maintained, including regular cleaning of its filter every month and complete washing every six months, aids in efficient functioning, the PEA said. Avoid switching off the air conditioner frequently, as this adds to power consumption. Instead, use a timer for it to switch off at suitable times, such as during cooler night temperatures, can also help cut down costs. The PEA emphasizes the importance of sealing doors and windows to prevent the escape of cool air and entry of warm air, leading to the air conditioner exerting more effort and using more power. Furthermore, the PEA informs about the energy-saving advantages of modern inverter air conditioners since they cool rooms quickly and efficiently. However, they clarify common misconceptions associated with their usage, which may lead to higher electricity bills instead of saving energy. This advice from PEA is highly relevant as summer temperatures mount, offering an accessible way to stay weather-comfortable while intelligently managing energy usage and keeping electricity bills within reasonable limits. Caption: Image: Freepik -- ASEAN NOW 2024-04-24 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

I'd like to see some serious investigative reporting that shows all of the peasants. plebs, commoners average "elderly" incarcerated Thai citizens who are at this exact moment currently being treated exactly as billionaire, connected, frail near-death's door Tottering Tony in his "deteriorating health" was treated - ie, removed from Gen-Pop and placed in a penthouse conditions in a "prison" hospital. And given the current pictures with Srettha during Songkran, Tottering Tony seems to be the picture of a healthy and vibrant recovery. Buddha Be Praised. 🙏🙏🙏 Sadhu sadhu sadhu Instead what will the peasants. plebs, commoners be fed? 🐂💩 Mushroom food.

So how bad was it, and when? 30 years ago Bangkok was bad, but it showed significant improvement over the years only in the last decade has air quality started to deteriorate again. To my recollection air quality has never been this poor.

You need to be a little careful on the wording. There was a time when you could deposit the marriage certificate with the General Registry Office(GRO) through the British Embassy in Bangkok. I did it in 2008. I should point out it was a deposit rather than a registration, as you say the UK will recognise a legal marriage in Thailand. I think the embassy stopped handling GRO deposits in 2012 but not sure if you can still deal with the GRO direct. In reality not a great deal to be gained but you did get an annotated copy of the deposit with the GRO seal which over the years has been very useful in visa applications for my wife.

It looks as though the landscape is changing from, "no need to file because there's no penalty", to, there is a fine for not filing plus not doing so exposes you to back audits for the past decade.

I haven't got the air con on and I've been reading Winnie the Pooh in Thai to my step grandchildren, it gives one some strange ideas.

I'm not mixing them up. I mentioned content spinning, I mentioned plagiarism, I mentioned unnatural AI text. They are separate issues.

We eat >95% of our meals at home (GF is an excellent cook) & my grocery bill is approx. 30,000 THB PM (No alcohol included) for the 2 of us, mainly due to my foibles when it comes to eating (I don't eat Chicken or Fish which are cheap here & will only eat high quality meat so no Thai beef & only eat lean pork which is approx. 360 THB per KG) + my love of Cheese, Butter & Korean/Japanese spices doesn't help, but also because she loves Chicken, Fish & Seafood so will often cook 2 completely different meals. NB. I don't dispute that you can eat out or at home very cheaply in Thailand but it's not something that I would want to do, & would rather give up other things (e.g. rent a cheaper condo, socialise, go on holiday less etc...) before I went down that road & turned vegetarian (Cos I still wouldn't eating Chicken, Fish or cheap Thai meats).

I think I read somewhere that password sharing was only being blocked on TVs and not on computers, tablets and phones. Can't find that article now, however.

I think you can trust your Thai wife to not get ripped off. She knows the culture, after all. I'm sure she knows the appropriate cost of her son's wedding.

G-man is the man, we are staying. Here is a bit of factual information: China 🇨🇳 is sitting on 10 million of un-needed vehicle production capacity. Expect more discounts and price wars on all vehicle types. The next few years will be golden times to buy a new car 🚗. New York Times (Free): https://archive.ph/4jCiQ

there used to be a sony service centre at the Suk and S pattaya road junction, not sure if it's still there but they'd be able to help.....maybe?

The Iranian response for the Israeli bombing of its "Diplomatic Premises" was launched and recorded "Universally" in real time was to enact an enabling responses, this was followed by a salvo of cruise and ballistic missiles being hours later, testing the concept of the "Iron Dome" for protection. Iron dome was breached upon test, regardless of any inclusiveness from both the Saudi and Jordanian interventions employed.. Israel and its unconditional backer actually lost face regarding this foray.

Phuket gets new Australian Consul-General Photo courtesy of Phuket News Penny Wong, Australia's Minister for Foreign Affairs, announced the appointment of Kirsten Fletcher as the new Consul-General for Phuket and surrounding areas. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1325823-phuket-gets-new-australian-consul-general/

Some of the people who do have more and don't find a need to brag about it are called humble, modest, frugal and a quiet achiever.

Middle of a field with a tinfoil hat on?

I don't do anything like that, it would upset the dogs and I've always regarded the movements as a little ridiculous, especially if the wife starts moving as well.

That's why I won't go to Aussieland, people like him.

So instead of "I do" he said "Neigh"? ("Nay" as apposed to "aye" - for those not familiar with Scottish terminology, or House of Commons parlance!))