Derek B
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1 hour ago, PingRoundTheWorld said:
Two unknown people who both aren't Chinese, both stand to gain (baht) from more Chinese tourists - but don't necessarily have any idea how actual Chinese tourists would view this. My guess is not favorably - part of the reason they come here is to let go and be free from Big Brother at home - shoving Chinese cops up their throats will probably lead to LESS tourists, not more.
Totally Agree.
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On 9/26/2023 at 2:58 AM, webfact said:
The tax change which has already been defended by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin as a move against income inequality
So the plan is to achieve income equality is by making foreigners' disposable income less...............well the average Thai wife or partner has beaten him to it long ago. I cannot see them wanting to loose out to the Thai tax man and still not receive any state benefits.
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16 hours ago, snoop1130 said:
attempt to overthrow the democratic system
But Coup d'état are okay?
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6 hours ago, alien365 said:
Is there any easy way to get from the airport to the center of town yet or do those red pick up things still run the show?
In 6 years in CM I have never seen a "red pick up thing" at the airport. I use Airport Taxi Service 100% of the time. 150 baht to central CM fixed price.
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16 hours ago, NemoH said:
Strange to find so many comments from people who lack understanding of parliament system.. the heading is misleading too.
I am neutral on who becomes PM.
MF party only won 30% of the vote so how is it that the remaining 70% cannot choose their candidate for PM? So how is their choice not something the Thai people had voted for ?
Did the unelected senators have a vote on the choice of PM?
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On 5/25/2023 at 11:36 AM, pgrahmm said:
Star Visa provides attorney & translation services.....
I have used them several times.
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11 hours ago, chickenslegs said:
Police tracked the GPS signal of the victim’s AirPods
Interesting - how does one do that?
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On 5/19/2023 at 4:50 AM, Srikcir said:
If the Senators had any political morality to see democracy finally emerge, they should all resign
Agreed.
The Senators are not elected by the people and should therefore not have any voting power over the lower house.
The current Senatorial appointments need to be time bounded - if not already.
The Senators need to be elected by the people. They also need to be qualified to stand for election not just "connected" to money or the "old order".
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8 minutes ago, Jack Cook said:
It will be a long time before they are gone
Not really some are quite elderly now.
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4 hours ago, anchadian said:
"protect the nation, religion & monarchy"
Protect the Nation from what ?
SMOG hopefully. Road deaths perhaps. Foreign criminals seems unlikely. Corruption plenty of scope there.
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4 hours ago, Bim Smith said:
I think it fair to say that people want Prayut gone. If it doesn't happen then the instability after the euphoria in this country is unfathomable. They don't care if it brings the country to its knees as long as they remain in power. It's a sad situation. Mass demonstrations will ensue about changing the constitution then what. Another coup?
Any mass demonstrations needs to be peaceful and with a cross-section of Thai voters not just vocal students.
Senators need to be elected not appointed and even if elected should have no say in the choice of PM.
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15 hours ago, WHansen said:
It will be an expensive lesson learned in trying to beat the competition and jumping on the band wagon before policies have been set in stone.
It was always going to be a gamble, some may lose the bet.
Some may have already recouped their investment..............others will have a supply & customer network in place and trading will continue.
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7 hours ago, webfact said:
Thailand ended all of its Covid-19 restrictions in the middle of 2022 but even now, well into 2023, many Thais continue to wear face masks,
There are many practical reasons for people wearing a mask all year round. For example having a tendency to ride a motorcycle with your mouth open,
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2 hours ago, Will B Good said:
If the wife catches a taxi by herself I always make it obvious I am taking a photo of the drivers number and license.....it doesn't stop her being murdered, but at least I'll have a clue as to who the murderer might be.
I do that late at night with some friends.
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6 hours ago, bamnutsak said:
And he never mentions the drug scourge which is yaba.
It used to be said that the use of soft drugs would lead to the misuse of hard drugs. I guess in this part of the world the hard drugs are already widely available perhaps due in part to corruption.
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16 hours ago, Thailand said:
Parked on floor 2 1/4, walked down to floor 2 and the signs are on the wall for immigration and the doors are open 9 a.m.
Parking on floor 2 1/4 is key as the Mall parking is not fully open at 9am. Note there is no where to sit (no AC either) whilst waiting before 9am.
90 day report was quick & efficient as of 18th April circa 9am.
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Will this levy be applied to foreigners who enter Thailand with a retirement visa & re-entry permit ?
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On 4/6/2023 at 2:28 PM, LosLobo said:
Friday, May 12, 2023 - Monday, May 15, 2023
Bun Bang Fai Rocket Festival in Yasothon 2023 | Tickets Dates & Venues – CarniFest.com
This post does not have the correct dates due to the election.
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I think there is too much focus on Regional airports only flying to & from Bangkok more cross country flights are needed. Chiang Mai to Udon, Ubon & Pattaya (UTP) exist but not on a daily basis. I have to assume the demand is just not there.
Buriram airport - in the middle of no where - is undergoing a major expansion and currently only services Bangkok (DMK). Some one is looking to the future when the sea level rises & "swampy" can only cater for sea planes.
However in the short term I think the Thais like their big family orientated SUVs & Pick Ups too much to consider flying for them the motor car is king and makes sense. It is not uncommon for families to drive from Chiang Mai to south of Hua Hin.
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I thought the reporting of a suspects Nationality was not good form to be quoted in the media anymore at least until convicted.
In this particular case and in law the suspects Nationality has zero relevance until convicted.
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Kid napping ........................... Did any one take chase ?
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1 minute ago, roietfortress said:as for this story, yea some of these people do need anger management. Thai TV doesn't help much. they fight all the time in every episode ????
Agreed,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,just trash being soaked up.
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He if a continuing risk to his (ex) girl friend. So on what grounds did he qualify for bail?
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Most if not all Thais burn - not just the farmers.
Thais seem to do whatever the village head man says.
So make all village head men liable for illegal burning in their area.
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Don Mueang flight carrying Thai singer makes emergency landing after engine explosion
in Thailand News
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The airline should sue the media posting misinformation such as photos of a different incident relating to a 4 engined aircraft not belonging to the airline in question.