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Thailand captivated by lottery craze as March 1 draw nears (video)
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Staggering that the Thai lottery, which is likely the biggest scam ever in the country... so profitable in this country where gambling in outlawed.....the government virtually force by stealth, millions of poor to waste their money.....usually those that can least afford it. Where do the takings go? My guess would be primarily to the military and their mates....however, the Govt Lottery site claims 60% winnings...then revenue and costs -
Is S Korea racist towards Thais? Dehumanizing immigration ordeal says yes
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
As mentioned in earlier posts...this treatment toward Thais is quite usual. I've been in line at immigration and there are people scanning arrivals and picking out suspect people. Most young women..and men. Illegal workers and hookers are the main targets.... -
Pol Gen Surachate refutes online gambling extortion allegation
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Once the denials start to gain momentum, there's a good chance of a guilty plea! Big Joke is no different from any other big name cop -
Phuket cracks down on illegal operations in Chinese restaurants
ChrisY1 replied to snoop1130's topic in Phuket News
All minor offences that probably only warrant a few thousand in fines. The real offences were silenced probably, with some funding donated for the governors annual ball! -
Former Cambodian PM Hun Sen to visit Thaksin tomorrow
ChrisY1 replied to snoop1130's topic in Thailand News
Twins..back together again! -
Cumbria couple relocates to Thailand, goes off-grid
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
They're Brits! -
THAI to acquire 45 Boeing 787 Dreamliners with option for 80 more
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
So many airlines are trying to get aircraft.....but with Thai..I guess it's just a matter of waiting for the inevitable...broke again! -
PM Srettha pledges to woo back Russian tourists with revived flights
ChrisY1 replied to snoop1130's topic in Thailand News
Don't mention the war! -
Pattaya Announces Traffic Closures for Pattaya Music Festival 2024
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Pattaya News
The venue shown, is probably typical of what would be available for a Taylor Swift concert:) -
PM Eyeing A-List Performers Amid Taylor Swift’s Singapore Shows
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Does anyone believe that Singapore would let everyone know if they subsidised the Swift movement? Of course they would not...and anyway, the Swift machine has much smarter people, than the entire Thai government. -
Thai police boost security for Valentine’s Day to protect minors
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
A bit late...the cherries get taken away very early in Thailand.....the cops don't care. -
Happens so often....2 tons in a 500kg pick-up.... Key Specifications of Toyota Hilux Number of Tyre 4 Power 201 GVW 2910 kg Mileage - kmpl Engine 2755 cc Fuel Tank 80 Ltr Payload 470 Kgs Chassis Type Ladder-frame
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Crane Overturns at Chonburi Construction Site, Injuring Driver
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Pattaya News
Ok....cranes are still falling over...it has been quiet lately! -
Move To Reduce Speed Limit On 40 Busy Bangkok Roads To 50km Per Hour
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Bangkok News
If anyone averages 10-20kph in Bangkok, it's motor cyclists....cars cannot do that speed for 15hrs /day -
Myanmar Man Arrested After Stealing Motorbikes in Phuket
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Phuket News
"they arrested Mr. NYINYI HTWE, 32, a Myanmar national."......however, all the Thai bike thieves, were continuing their business! -
Panic in Chonburi as Crocodile Found Sunbathing Near Village Fish Pond
ChrisY1 replied to webfact's topic in Pattaya News
A few leather belts and a nice crocodile stew.....everyones happy. -
Phuket Police Investigate Russian Suspects in Kidnapping Case
ChrisY1 replied to snoop1130's topic in Phuket News
Back in the 70's and early 80's, the Russian time gangs ruled in Thailand...overpowering the cops, they pretty much had carte blanc to do as they pleased. Is it looking similar today?