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Does anyone know the email address to send the photos for Whattana district, Klong Toey? Although I suspect photoing motorcyclists on the foot path might be tantamount to suicide.

The greatest howler? They've done it before haven't they?

https://www.buzzfeed.com/smurph25/confusing-margaret-thatcher-for-meryl-streep-an-59yg

There is a moment before the pickup driver gets out when he turns the wheels and the pickup lurches forward a bit. Was he trying to do a runner?

TIT. I have been smugly reading these post. Ha ha, I went to the DTAC outlet at fortune town 4 months ago and registered mine. So no problem, right? Wrong. I noticed a DTAC number to check registration in a recent post, *151*9# . May as well check, so I dialed and received the reply "this number is not registered..". So despite going to the outlet with my passport and queuing, being assured my number was now registered by the friendly assistant, here I am 4 months later and very pleased for the months extension. Time to put the passport in the pocket and head back to DTAC. No point being the angry farang and pointing out I thought I had already registered, I'll just be the dumb farang and try to register again. At least now I know a number to check.....*151*9#

"They arrived in Preston nearly three decades ago with “Indefinite Leave to Remain” stamped in their passports." Wow, did they have to renew their visa annually or report their address every 90 days?

My licences expire early April so I was thinking of getting it done next week. Would be really nice if your wife can get the information

Might I suggest you go a few days or even weeks after it expires. You will get nearly 6 years validity this way. I speak this from personal experience. They always set you license to expire on your birthday rather than x number of years from the date of issue.

Sent from my GT-I9100T

My 5 year license expires 6 Jan 2016.

I am going to be away from Thailand from 19 Sept 2015, until 16 April 2016.

What to do nah? Can I renew it 4 months early? Can I renew it 4 months late? Any advice appreciated.

My 5 year license expires 6 Jan 2016.

I am going to be away from Thailand from 19 Sept 2015, until 16 April 2016.

What to do nah? Can I renew it 4 months early? Can I renew it 4 months late? Any advice appreciated.

You're probably a little more familiar with those arabic numbers than you realize.

.??? Explain? Sorry

"Arabic numerals or Hindu-Arabic numerals or Indo-Arabic numerals are the ten digits: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. They are the most common symbolic representation of numbers in the world today.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arabic_numerals"

Anyone know if Immigration at Chang Wattana is open or flooded out? I don't know what to do about my 90 day report which is due.

Letter sent by the embassy today:

The New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has reviewed its travel advice for Thailand. Full text below.

Thailand

Reviewed: 17 May 2010, 15:35 NZDT

There is 'extreme risk' to your security in Bangkok due to the uncertain political situation, civil unrest and threat from terrorism and we advise against all travel. New Zealanders currently in Bangkok should consider departing. Suvarnabhumi International Airport on the outskirts of Bangkok is open and commercial flights are operating normally. The New Zealand Embassy is temporarily closed due to security concerns in its immediate vicinity and is able to offer only limited emergency assistance at this time. All routine enquiries will be dealt with once the Embassy re-opens. The voluntary departure of Embassy staff dependants has been authorised.

There is 'high risk' to your security elsewhere in Thailand due to the uncertain political situation, civil unrest and threat from terrorism and we advise against all tourist and other non-essential travel. New Zealanders currently in Thailand with concerns for their safety should consider departing.

Political protests involving very large crowds have been taking place in Bangkok in recent weeks and are ongoing. It is not clear how long the protests will continue but there has been a significant escalation of violence and lawlessness around the main protest site since 13 May. The main anti-government 'red shirt' rally is encamped in the central Rajprasong area of Bangkok, home to many hotels and department stores, and the New Zealand Embassy.

Violent clashes between protestors and security forces have resulted in 64 deaths and over 1600 injuries since protests began in March, including 30 killed and 232 injured since 13 May. The situation is extremely volatile and further violent clashes between protestors and security forces are likely, as are clashes between rival groups of protestors. Protestors have been moving around locations within the city, affecting access to shops, hotels and tourist sites and causing significant disruptions to traffic, including the Skytrain and MRT (metro) services. New Zealanders should be aware that large numbers of armed troops and police have been deployed in the Bangkok city area, including the Silom and Sukhumvit areas, and are authorised to use lethal force in certain circumstances.

Protest activity has also been occurring in other parts of Thailand, particularly in the north and north-east including Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Khon Kaen and Udon Thani.

Although tourists have not previously been targeted by protestors, there is potential for them to be caught up in violence directed at others. Several foreign nationals, including journalists and a New Zealander, have been injured in recent days after being caught in the crossfire.

New Zealanders throughout Thailand are strongly advised to avoid all protests and rallies, and any areas of military or security force activity. We recommend you comply with any restrictions and instructions issued by the local authorities, monitor events closely and remain vigilant as the security situation could change quickly. If you are in an area affected by demonstrations or violence you should leave the area if it is safe to do so, or if this is not possible, find a safe location indoors and heed any local advice. We also recommend checking your travel documents are up to date.

The Thai Government has invoked provisions under an Emergency Decree, to apply in Bangkok and surrounding provinces. This gives the security forces additional powers of arrest and detention. The new measures may also involve travel restrictions, traffic checkpoints and vehicle and/or people searches. The Emergency Decree is in effect in Bangkok and the provinces of Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan, Chonburi, Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani, Nakhon Pathom, Nakon Sawan, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Nan, Khon Kaen, Chaiyaphum, Nakhon Ratchasima, Udon Thani, Ubon Ratchathani, Mahasarakham, Roi-et, Nongbualamphu, Sakhonnakorn and Si Sa Ket.

There have been numerous grenade attacks and small explosions in Bangkok and Chiang Mai over recent weeks. Further attacks cannot be ruled out, particularly against buildings associated with the Thai Government.

Major demonstrations occurred in Bangkok and Pattaya in April 2009 with some resulting in violent clashes between protestors and security forces and between rival groups of protestors. Between 25 November and 4 December 2008, Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Don Muang domestic airport in Bangkok were occupied by protestors and closed. Phuket Airport and other transportation networks in southern resort areas were also affected by protest activity in late 2008. As the political situation in Thailand remains unpredictable, future travel disruptions cannot be ruled out.

Due to the threat from terrorism, New Zealanders are advised to exercise a very high degree of personal security awareness in Thailand. This advice extends also to New Zealanders in or planning to visit popular tourist destinations. Particular care should be taken in public and commercial areas, including landmark places known to be frequented by foreigners, public transport facilities, hotels, bars, tourist resorts and shopping areas.

There is 'high risk' to your security in the southernmost provinces of Narathiwat, Yala, Pattani and Songkhla because of ongoing criminal and politically-motivated violence. We advise against all tourist and other non-essential travel to these provinces. Since 2004 there have been over 4,000 deaths as a result of terrorist and other violent attacks. The Thai Government has declared a state of emergency in the provinces of Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat.

There is 'high risk' to your security in the Thailand/Cambodia border region in the vicinity of the Preah Vihear temple (Khao Pra Viharn in Thai) and we advise against all tourist and other non-essential travel to this area. The temple is located on the border between Sisaket Province in Thailand and Preah Vihear province in Cambodia. This part of the international border is disputed by both Thailand and Cambodia and military forces from both countries are deployed to the region. In April 2009 and October 2008 fighting broke out close to the temple. Tensions remain high and further military clashes cannot be ruled out.

Sporadic conflict near the Burma (Myanmar)/Thai border occurs between the Burma military and armed opposition groups as well as between Thai security forces and armed criminal groups (such as drug traffickers). If you intend visiting border areas beyond the main towns it is recommended that you check with the local authorities before setting out. It is not safe to cross the border between Thailand and Burma.

New Zealanders travelling or living in Thailand should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place.

New Zealanders travelling or living in Thailand are strongly encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, or if already registered, update their details, xxx

The New Zealand Embassy Bangkok, Thailand

Contact details are:

Street Address: M Thai Tower, 14th floor, All Seasons Place, 87 Wireless Road, Bangkok

Postal Address: PO Box 2719, Bangkok 10500

Telephone: +66 2 254 2530

Facsimile: +66 2 253 9045

Email: [email protected]

Website: xxx

Office Hours: Mon-Fri 0800-1200, 1300-1630 hrs