phitsanulokjohn

Best of luck Alan.For sure it's a David and Goliath case,but we all know what happened there don't we?

There should be nothing more revered than life itself.Unfortunately that doesn't appear to be the case in Thailand.

I have to bear witness to daily carnage,seen with my own eyes and on the news.Even when death occurs,Thai's do not learn a lesson from it.God only knows where the answer lies.

There should be nothing more revered than life itself.Unfortunately that doesn't appear to be the case in Thailand.

I have to bear witness to daily carnage,seen with my own eyes and on the news.Even when death occurs,Thai's do not learn a lesson from it.God only knows where the answer lies.

Obviously you don't expect fast-moving vehicles in this area and with my back against this motorcyclist.

1) Try to anticipate and expect anything in this country(I understand that's easier said than done)

2) Always try to walk in the direction of on-coming traffic if at all possible.

3) I would say you'd be extremely lucky if the bike had of stopped in a land of ''mai pen rai''

4) FAR BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY,AND NOT HAVE TO PURSUE A LONG DRAWN OUT INSURANCE CLAIM.

A load of old bolony.I trust and believe in God and God alone,and through my belief, God has blessed me with a most fortunate life and is sufficent for me.

Oh well by February 3rd,after Ladyluck comes marching in again,we'll have the yellow shirts back on the street.If the yellow shirts should get in,that is if they choose not to boycott the election,the red shirts will be on the street.When will this childish behavior,that is costing people their lives ever stop?

Right. I cannot appear in court to face anarchy charges because I am busy in the streets stirring up anarchy.

Bloody right as well.I wish these so called politicians,would grow up and start working for the good of their country,instead the good of their own ego's and pockets.

Suthep''ADOLPH'' Thaugsuban

If you have a Uk or US ebay account,or know of someone there who does,look on there as there are literally hundreds for sale at the right price, and have it sent over marked as gift in the customs declaration.That's what i did and am very pleased with my kindle,plus it's more than just an e-book reader.I also purchased 11,000 e-books on ebay for a mere 3 pounds.The kindle has a capacity to hold 3,500 books,what a great little device,not to mention all the space you'll save.

Thailand needs to put it's own house in order first,regarding Thai mafia activities,before worrying about other countries mafia.

Although i can only have great sympathy for the parents of this innocent little child,God bless her.Thai's need to treasure their children more as they are unique human beings.It's of little use closing the stable door after the horse has bolted.

Yes I believe the perpetrator has now been apprehended,a 32 year old man(if you can call him that).

He needs to publicly be strung up by the <deleted>,before a castration ceremony takes place.

RIP little angel.

Age discrimination?Please don't take this as an insult,but i think it's naive thinking to believe all forms of discrimination doesn't exist here in the land of smiles.

I'm not a teacher,but have just had a friend return to the UK a very despondent man.Before he left he told me that the Thai's are just not interested in learning.He was teaching 18 year olds and instead of learning were more intent on playing with their mobile phones,which in my opinion should be banned from the classroom.

He also said he managed while here, to get a bit,but not enough work teaching Japanese and Koreans,who apparently listened attentively and showed a great willingness to learn.Here again in my opinion,lies the difference between the 3 countries.2 are top countries,while Thailand is well down in the learning stakes,so it's with little wonder that we see a post on Thai visa today,the link i've provided below.

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/689433-thailand-lagging-behind-in-english/?utm_source=newsletter-20131216-08

Many thanks for the above info Sheryl.

Hi

I have read many posts here on TV,regarding the Thai government healthcard for foreigners,but am unfortunately able to ascertain the following information,so would be very grateful for any replies,and that is:-

IS THE HEALTH CARD DEPENDENT ON THE TYPE OF VISA YOU'RE HOLDING? I APPRECIATE,IT WOULDN'T BE AVAILABLE TO SOMEONE IN POSSESSION OF A TOURIST VISA,BUT WHAT ABOUT A NON-IMMIGRANT 'O' BASED ON MARRIAGE TO A THAI, OR EVEN A RETIREMENT VISA,OR DO YOU NEED TO HAVE A WORKING OR BUSINESS VISA AND BE IN POSSESSION OF A WORK PERMIT AND PAYING TAXES?

Many thanks.

How can somebody "stand down". Surely kneel down would be more appropriate? Oh, and while you're down there....

Allow me to complete the sentence for you.Participate in slurpin ones gherkin.

I am currently in Thailand and applying for a settlement visa for my wife.My situation differs from yours insomuch as I cannot show earnings of 18,600.I always have a permanent job i can go to when i return to the UK,whereby I am capable of easily reaching the required earnings,but am never able to achieve this as i'm always here with my wife.I am however lucky enough to show savings in excess of the required amount,so I hope this will suffice.

The UK always loves to be the champion of human rights,and I would have thought one of the most basic of human rights would be to be allowed to reside in your country,with the man that you love,but no,all they're worried about is that you're going to return to the UK and sponge off the benefits system.

I feel very sorry for you sweetheart, as you're only alternative is to follow the advice of the above poster and return alone to the UK and find a job that pays 18,600 or more and gather 6 months payslips,then apply from the UK.What a terrible position you find yourself in,having to work for 6 months alone, and 6,000 miles away,while your heart aches for the man you love.I sincerely wish you all the very best for the future and genuinely hope things work out for you in the end.

Can have little sympathy with the Thai's at this time,and certainly can't blame the tourists for being frightened off.Maybe when it starts costing lots of baht,then maybe they'll learn to adopt a more mature attitude regarding their politics,for the good of the country,but maybe i'm just dreaming.

88 year old farang driving in Thailand?He certainly deserves to be awarded a medal for bravery.

Cool. I wonder if the UK did the same it would help boost tourism figures? Certainly make it easier for a lot of people here who want to go home for a holiday with the missus!!

Yes of course it would,but the UK government would be paranoid the Thai would disappear into some Thai restaurant,for a little bit of cash in hand never to return again.

Looks like Thailand is on the fast track to becoming a banana republic.

Yes and that label should suit Thai politicians,or most politicians for that matter.They're very akin to a bunch of bananas.Never a straight one amongst them.

That's a nice statistic the Thais can be proud of,the way I see them drive everyday,I think they're vying for the number 1 spot.

Not before time either.