Sharp

Jerk ...

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Remind me never to poke fun at any technical colleges whilst I am over here in the "Land of Smiles"!

Anyone who lIves here knows it the land of "snarles"

I would have to vote No, not because I don't want to, I would love to be able to. The fact is that no matter how long we are here, we will always be outsiders.

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Totally agree here for me I just take the road of less resistance with Thai and try to limit my expat friends and I seem to get on very well so no not interested in the least in integrating here just enjoying my version of a good life here ..

Unlicensed cabbies heed crackdown

The Nation

BANGKOK: -- During the eleven days of the "Taxi Overhaul" project (June 1-11), a total of 16,278 cabbies applied for a public transport licence, or 1,479 a day, compared to the usual rate of 20 applications per day, Land Transport Department chief Somchai Siriwattanachok said yesterday.

Somchai said the project had been launched after figures showed many cabbies were working without a licence. The number of cabbies applying for licences this year until May 31 was 66,645 while the number of taxis registered was much higher at 102,575.

The office was also providing a public transport licence application service on weekends to accommodate the city's cabbies, he added.

Taxi drivers who work without such a licence risk being jailed for up to one month and/or incurring a Bt1,000 fine.

Somchai said that between June 1 and 12, 3,868 cabbies had been caught failing to comply with regulations. Most were unable to present a public transport licence, were not wearing suitable clothing or were not displaying a taxi driver's ID card in the cab.

-- The Nation 2012-06-15

Nail the b#%^^^ to wall ...

Have you ever seen such a circus over a soccer match, that if you want to watch, all you have to do is stuff a coat hanger in the back of your TV.

Of all the issues in the country.......

Agreed I brought the box 2k come really if it means that much buy the dam box this is Thailand remember everything is a mission here

I refuse to buy a box from GMM but in the same time I realize that I with action I loose my matches but that is my problem and not a GMM mistake. True proved to be a company who is only in it for the money ( which is also allowed ) Time to look for another provider and with me I hope many will do the same. Suggestions on alternatives are welcome

Name another company and I WILL drop ubc/true and subscribe!

Astro seem to be good enough for me to be honest..

I don't like your prices and 5 other friends also bought in Bowin, you guys are charging over list and in my book that's a rip off, when I buy a new car or bike I expect to pay list or less not more.

Great, I'm glad you found a dealer and price that are right for you. Yes, we charge over the manufacturer's suggested retail price, the key word being "suggested". It's hardly a rip off though. If I can easily sell a bike for 85k, why in the world would I drop the price to 77.5k? Sorry, but I run a successful business, not a charity. Best of luck with your new bike. Let us know if you ever need anything.

Althought I agree I would use other cheaper dealers u do sound like a fair chappy ..

3 year relationship, no kids or marriage, and me doing a runner. Just leave a note (in Thai) explaining my rationale, with a sizable chunk of money in it to feel good knowing I left them in a position where if they wanted, they could easily get themselves setup with a decent life. Then disappearing never to be seen again. Other than a (rented) house full of furniture and electronics, we don't have anything together, and I'm happy to leave all that behind. I have two large dogs that will be coming with me, but that's all I care about.

I mean, if this was Canada I wouldn't even fathom doing it. I'm more than man enough to sit down and discuss things, but well, this is Thailand. I already know how the conversation will go, and I just don't see the point in doing it. That, and the last thing I want is some pissed off, deeply hurt Thai on my hands, who no longer has anything to lose.

So on a scale of 1 - 10, how big of an asshol_e does that make me?

If she had enough of you she wouldn't give a shit so I personally think your being nice so good luck to you and the dogs and get the *Snip* out of there ....

Obviously she cannot say now - heck give her chance to chat to big bro and ask permission

Yep spot on ..

It's some state of affairs when you have to be accompanied by 10 armed soldiers to Parliament.

Seriously, people need to take a step back here, things could easily spiral out of control.

You seem to have forgotten that Khun Abhisit Vejjajivahad a Military security force of 200 soldiers, Command facilities and the further support of accommodation in Barracks from where he could hide and orchestrate 'we know not what' (Yet).

Those of us that love Thailand wait patiently for the elitist Thai to grow up and accept that their personal gravy-train off the backs of the proletariat cannot continue forever. Further we look to you to respect your Prime Minister and to behave like gentlemen in the House.

And you seem to forget why.

I do not think that anybody has poured HIV infected blood at Yinglucks front gate.

And if your talking about personal gravy train start looking at the shinawatra family and the other Phua Thai farming families.

How do you know that she isn't respected as Prime Minister she's hardly ever in the house.

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Spot on !!!!!!!!

The Fiasco continues in Phuket. GMM rep still asking for 6000 baht even if you have your own box, The box not needing to be activated to show the Euro's even with english commentary. True saying they will be (maybe) showing it from tuesday and the local cable company showing it on both Thai and Chinese channels. I love Thaialnd.

Are you saying that you buy the box and it shows the Euros without going through that 16 digit rigmarole? We've all been duped into a menaingless process! Shit I even gave them my address.

Never mind - its working fine for me now and 1,590 isn't going to break the bank. So I'll not get wound up about possibly having been able to see it with a wire coat hanger or bods who get expensive packages for sweet FA. Hell I'll even bury that thought that perhaps we digi-box owners might get some repeat content that others don't get so as to justify the purchase!

Well I paid for the box 6k all working thought well I wot to watch so heay it is wot it is Amazing Thailand .

PM goes to Parliament under high security

The Nation

BANGKOK: -- High-level security was arranged for Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra so she could attend a parliamentary session yesterday. This is the first time she has been to the Parliament since the yellow-shirts started protesting in front of the complex.

During her 45 minutes in Parliament, Yingluck was watched over by 10 soldiers from the Naresuan special company in addition to her regular bodyguards. Soldiers also provided extra security for House Speaker Somsak Kiatsuranont.

Yingluck's arrival was met with cheers and applause from a group of red shirts rallying outside the Parliament building in support of the charter amendment bill.

However, the premier refused to comment on whether or not she backs the third reading of the bill, saying it was entirely up to the House Speaker.

While in Parliament, Yingluck met with Public Health Minister Witthaya Buranasiri and PM's Office Minister Woravat Auapinyakul before heading for Government House.

-- The Nation 2012-06-09

Don't ask her anything she is totally clueless ask him ask her wot an embarrassment....

So the floods have turned out to be a godsend for yingluk.A good excuse to avoid Parliament!

I wonder if Yingluk holds the Thai record for a PM skipping Parliament the most.

How will she perform in the next censure debate? Thaksin can dismiss Nattawut, who is likely to be targeted for his public relations company and its contracts with state enterprises, but he can hardly do the same with Yingluk.

She really is a disgrace and embarrassment as a PM I thought Thai,s don't like to lose face REALLY how many times as she and doesn't give a toss.... shocking !!!!

you don't own shit.

Well I've made a good living out of owning shit !!!

Some people

Yeah....I have a block of shit worth a fortune....gone up 500%....so 500% on shit aint bad shit.

There are ways around things....just depends on each ones personal circumstances.

My point exactly .....

Kick em in the nuts.

Wot if it's a women

Anyone have a link to a site where I can watch the French Open. Thanks!

True Vision ..

Yes usually new couples do hold hands; In my country anyway

it's called RO-MANCE

does not last unfortunately

I never see real, respectable Thai women holding hands with their Thai boyfriends/husbands... Only Falangs. Are Falangs the only ones making new relationships?

That's because they are educated enough to cross a street on their own.

Might be stop them running off !!!!

What makes Saturday evening so special?

Personally, I'd prefer a Tuesday - less of the predictable scallywags out and about.

Yep agreed personally Monday nights are my best nights out living in Phuket Saturday night is every night if u want it although as stated less Scallys on a Monday too.

just curious as mine came without any bed liner and cost 5000 baht. have i been ripped off?

It's all about bargaining ,got mine free along with insurance and a few other extras after saying I would go somewhere else

Or you can buy the grammy satelite box from Tesco for around 1,500 baht.Big promotion on now!!

Ah - that's what I wanted...

Thanking you Mr Red.

Tom.

Yep but try installing it ...

if you like to read a REALLY GOOD BOOK about Bkk you should go for BANKGOK 8 by John Burdett.

One of the best books "about" Thailand I know

A short info about content:

Several things make Bangkok 8 stand out from most mystery potboilers. The first is the setting, the city of Bangkok, where sex is sold openly on the street and the police are corrupt. The police, though, are seen as businessman who make money from the crimes committed in their district and the protection they provide in return for keeping the peace. The other key ingredient is the protagonist, Detective Sonchai Jitpleecheep, who is not just an honest cop, but after training in a Buddhist monastery, he is an arhat, a Buddhist saint in this lifetime. Sonchai narrates the novel, telling it to Western foreigners, farang, who are reading his story. Not only does Sonchai tell us about his attempts to solve the mystery, but he educates us in the way of Buddhism, Thailand, and the difference between life in the East and the West. He is the son of a Thai woman, a prostitute, and an American serviceman during the Vietnam war. Sonchai is not fond of Western ideas, and Americans in particular, but he loves his hometown of Bangkok, or Krung Trep, as the locals call it. Sonchai explains, "Krung Trep means City of Angels, but we are happy to call it Bangkok if it helps to separate a farang from his money."

source

Great book...

My lawyer gave me a copy saying that copies should be given out on arrival, but it was too late by then.

Couldnt put I better myself my pal said he read it and the never spoke to his (girlfriend for 2 weeks ) ha ha

Desperation.....and when you go down this road you are a rancid murderous b*st*rd that deserves everything that's coming to you.

Did I mention I detest scumbag drug dealers?

Just sayin'

+1

Yes I don't know what the obsession some people have with the law around here, not as if it's got any connection with morality half the time.

You pays your money and take your chance, up to you.

As long as people are fully aware of the risks and aren't taking advice on what to do from dodgy Thais.

Agreed I am always of the opinion that it a very possible I could loose my money or at least have certain problems with certain people of authority but I am and have been doing with business with little problems for a while now with a great lawyer I've known for years now so each to their own opinion I suppose .

Sory if that's upset some people but I am speaking from long time personal experience .