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You'll find that in Thailand, the higher the pollution level of a province, the higher the average weight is. Thai people are thinner because they eat less and move more.

Move more ??

move around like walk, run, jog, do physical things. English isn't your first language is it? Or you're European or something other than Americab? I find non-Americans speak an English that is harder to understand than average U.S. citizens/natives.

You must mean real football. American football, not what the world calls football, which is just soccer. LOL

So much for western expats bringing too much money into Thailand, here the OP wants to pay 20 baht.

I bet you can't speak a word of Thai, and you want to pay Thai rates.

All Thai citizens, regardless of origin should pay Thai rates. Permanent residents pay a tad bit more. All tourists pay tourist rates, nothing close to the Thai citizen rate, at least double. We should do the same thing in America.

Who the hell is Rihanna? Am I supposed to be interested?

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This is her after Bobby Brown slapped her a bitChris

Chris Brown, not Bobby and I hate Rihanna.

British, Irish expats in Phuket arrested by Immigration

Phuket Gazette

Paul Wild (left) and Aaron Quinn pictured at Phuket Immigration after their arrest at a house in Soi Pasak, Cherng Talay, on Thursday. Photo: Kritsada Mueanhawong

PHUKET: -- Three Phuket expats from Ireland and England will be deported from Thailand after being caught in Cherng Talay for overstaying.

Officers moved in and arrested Alex Good, 27, from Ireland, at a restaurant near Cherng Talay Police Station at 3:30pm yesterday, said Lt Col Chidchanok Sakornyen of Phuket Immigration.

“We had been following him for a while as we had been informed he was staying illegally in the country,” Col Chidchanok explained.

“We asked him for his passport. He said he didn’t have it with him. We took him to the immigration office in Phuket Town and checked his details on our database.

“We found he entered Thailand on May 4 through Ranong Immigration and was allowed to stay until May 18,” he said.

The arrest of Mr Good follows the arrests of two English expats – Aaron Liam Quinn, 37, and Paul Wild, 49 – at a house in Soi Pasak, Cherng Talay, on Thursday.

“Mr Quinn entered Thailand at Phuket Airport August 12, 2012 and was allowed to stay until January 9, 2013,” explained Col Chidchanok.

“Mr Wild entered the country at Ranong Immigration and was allowed to stay until May 27, 2011,” he added.

All three men confessed to overstaying their visas.

“The three of them have been charged with illegally staying in the country and will be sent to Bangkok to be deported,” Col Chidchanok said.

Source: http://www.phuketgazette.net/phuket_news/2013/British-Irish-expats-in-Phuket-arrested-by-Immigration-22304.html

-- Phuket Gazette 2013-09-21

Smiling like it's a joke. Put the Brit behind bars! God, they are smug, pompous, arrogant individuals.

My Dad married my Mom in the 70's, had me, and they lived happily ever after.

I carry a photocopy of my American passport, with my original at home. I've luckily only been encountered by police when with my Thai mother and our other Thai relatives, and the first time I didn't have a copy of a thing. They spoke Thai with them and all was well, but from that point on, they all urge me before leaving the house to have my copies. When I fly back in January, I am applying for citizenship which I heard I can get fairly easily having been born in Thailand and having a Thai mother. My father is American, retired military, and of Irish descent (reddish brown hair and blue eyes). I don't look Thai at all, which is why my Mom said they were harassing me for a passport. I have light brown hair, sometimes hazel to light brown eyes and I sunburn easily. So if you don't blend in well, I suggest to carry a copy at minimum to avoid hassle.

I was traveling with some friends in north Thailand, and among the group was an American guy going around the world on a BMW bike. Very friendly guy, but built like a brick shithouse......Somehow the topic of Hell's Angels came up. I made the blithe statement that the Hell's Angels in America were heavily involved in drug trafficking.. He stares at me, and rolls up his arm to show a Hell's Angel tattoo on his arm, with an out date on it. My life flashed in front of me for a second, until he started laughing..... Not only was he in the club, he was an enforcer for them. He said he did debt collection for the club. Meaning the club would buy debt for pennies on the dollar, and then send him to collect the money.... And yes, he reluctantly admitted that some of the Hell's Angels chapters were in fact involved in drugs.

Very believable story; except that he rode a BMW. That is a no-no for them here in America. I live in Florida now, which Outlaws claim is there. H.A. thrives in California, and I know a couple from living out there. A 1000cc or bigger Harley is all they ride, and it's a requirement for membership; same with the Outlaws. No "rice burners" as they put it (Asian bikes). I sold my bike since my injuries and don't ride anymore, but still associate with those guys from both sides of the country and even Pagans MC have migrated to South Florida and got a clubhouse about 5 minutes from my house. Funny thing is they recruited my good friend to open a sub group, which is run under Pagan authority, but he named it something else. I went to their clubhouse grand opening party and bought a shirt for $20 that says, "Pagan MC: Coming to a neighborhood near you". Honestly, those guys were pretty cool, and voice their hate for Outlaws and H.A. Florida is a huge mecca for bikers, and I am just shocked to hear Thailand is, too. Guess I'll see in January when I move back to Chiang Mai and be more open in looking for that activity.

I've seen a number of Outlaws in Bangkok and was told once they had a few bars in the Soi 4 Nana area. Wouldn't like to cross them. Money talks in Thailand so no matter who you are if you sail close to the wind with the law then there is always a way. Thailand is a wonderful country but is unrivalled with its ability to be very murky with grey areas and a plethora of smoke and mirrors. And that's just the women.

Outlaws are in Bangkok? Wow. I am in America now and live in the town where their home chapter is based out of. The bar across the streets from my house is packed with Outlaws on any given night. Nice guys and don't mess with anybody. I had a run in with a "Prospect" of theirs years ago in that same bar. When the show on FX called "Sons of Anarchy" first came out, I was an instant fan; still am. I bought one of their shirts and wore it there. Apparently the Prospect didn't know it was a fictitious show and approached me questioning me about the "gang". He was about 6 feet 5 inches and easily 300 pounds of tattoos and beard. I simply told him what it was, a TV show. He apologized and bought me a pitcher of beer and introduced me to his buddies. Nice guys and to this day we still hang out. All bikers, even 1% "outlaw" gangs, can have some cool characters in their ranks.

There are good and bad, soft and hard bikers everywhere.

There are a few bad ones about and mostly on the run from justice in their native country, they seek strength in numbers and affiliate with others to run their business(which is varied).

The real criminals and gangsters you will never see as they are invisible grey men.

Imho give me a cool Italian scooter any day http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/648565-mods-vs-rockers-thread/

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"cool Italian scooter"? Is there such a thing?

Statement and question. I am moving to Chiang Mai in January. Been to Thailand several times and at length; never to Pattaya before, but pretty much everywhere else. I never seen many Blacks in Thailand. I'm American. I can honestly count maybe a dozen total over the course of two years total I have spent there, minus the airport terminals. In cities, especially up north, I just don't see them. Reason why?

If I wanted to be told or forced what to do, as well as be forced to pay for it, I would move back to a western country...

Not only do you lack common sense, but you have a pretty stupid way of looking at life. If a country anywhere requires you to do something like wear a helmet, it is for your own good, but they don't want the bad press and other negative ramifications that come from accidents like reporting the deaths, dealing with the medical costs and scaring their tourism. If you die, it'll be a shame, because death is never good unless you're a murderer or child molester. But if you die or become permanently disabled/maimed from not wearing the required safety equipment, I'll be the first one to laugh about it, with your cocky attitude.

An adult can make their own choice about whether they should have to wear a helmet. I have ridden over 20 years, here in the US, in both metropolitan areas and rural. Been down once off of my Harley. Skinned my leg up bad. Sandy corner, doing about 35 miles per hour. But I refuse to ride in Thailand. Thai riders, drivers, and lack of obeying traffic laws, if any, scares the ever living crap out of me. If I have a child, anywhere in the world, and they wanna ride with me on a motorcycle, they will wear helmets and protective armor if I have the armor. To ride, especially a farang, around Thailand on a motorcycle with a kid and no protection, they are idiots when it comes to being responsible for the welfare of that child. If they die, it's their own stupid mistake and I don't feel bad.

Good for not spoiling the child; especially an undeserving unruly one. Motorbike is out of the question until 18. Phone...if it's a first one make it cheap. 16 is a next major step in being a teen where you can either get her a nicer one if she has taken care of the basic one you get her from 14 years old. Basically the kid can work, too. Let them earn and appreciate what they have. Kids today are so spoiled. The smart mouthed ones will get NOTHING from me except the bare necessities. They don't like it, I'll send them away to a strict school or they can live with another family member. I'll talk to them all they can take so they understand. If they still want to be a flake and mess up, it's on them. Parents in general all over the world are way too weak.

Jail the damn Brit for a LONG time for killing our American Marine with intent.

I just want to add, DO NOT ATTEMPT to control termites yourself!!!! You can end up causing more problems than when you first encountered them. Europeans do not have experience living with a termite threat. Do it at your own peril......

Not sure about Euros, but Americans have plenty of experience. Nice way to scare up some business, though.

As far as being an average tourist who has travelled the world over, just seeing somewhere new is a thrill in itself. Most probably don't know any better and do not notice the bad as much as a native or permanent resident does. Those who have been all over Thailand before will definitely see the difference. Like I've stated before, I plan to leave the US by year's end and take up residency in Chiang Mai. I have a lot of family there, and will visit the US from time to time to see other family and friends, as I was raised here and never lived anywhere else. Being born in Lampang and only living there the first four months of my life, having a living Thai mother in Chiang Mai, I found out getting citizenship/residency won't be a big issue for me. I am going to utilize that because America isn't looking too great right now, and I have monthly income to support myself for the rest of my life if need be in the LOS. Never ever thought I would be saying this, but it is so. And heck, it's also great that my uncles and cousins are considered "well to do" and make great money in Thai standards and have pretty high ranking government jobs (a general, two judges, and a police chief), and they are welcoming me with open arms. Not trying to come across as bragging, AT ALL, but I am going to take advantage of this. My American father, now deceased, used to tell me how much he loved Thailand. He married my Mom there and used to visit frequently with my Mom. Now that I am older and visited the country over myself, I can tell you the last place I'd live is Bangkok. Nice to visit if you know where to go and what to see, but there are so many much nicer places to reside. First or second time tourists may not know, but don't use Bangkok as a representation of what Thailand is all about. It has it's high points, but man the negative aspects of it can tarnish whatever good people see in that city. Ex-pats and tourists should stick to Northern Thailand or the beaches if they want to be at their safest and overall most enjoyable environments.

I am waiting for Chalerm to hold a press conference with the Monk, claiming that the girl has misunderstood what rape and intercourse actually is and that a miscommunication has taken place and that the Monk was simply praying and doing the 'laying on of hands' and that the alcohol was to assist with the burning of incense and candles. The Monk has undergone a series of medical tests and has come out completely negative in terms of being pregnant, therefore he could not have raped the 14 year old girl.

Why would the Minister for Labour become involved?

Not too swift, are we?

Poor quality furniture, poorer quality food.

I think the whole world is very lucky that you don't have the qualifications to be in charge! Why does it matter what someone LOOKS like people are still people and deserve respect from others!!

Nah......someone who dresses and looks like a terrorist deserves suspicion before respect.

Terrorists don't consider you to be a person, so why would you say people are still people?

Suspicion before respect.

it seems to me he dressed and looked muslim.

i was not awaree that muslim was synonymous with terrorist.

one would hope ther was more to it than simply appearance

You've been asleep for over 20 years, it sounds like.

I think the whole world is very lucky that you don't have the qualifications to be in charge! Why does it matter what someone LOOKS like people are still people and deserve respect from others!!

Nah......someone who dresses and looks like a terrorist deserves suspicion before respect.

Thats the most stupid phrase i have ever heard in my whole life.

Since when there is a dresscode for Terrorists?

Have you ever been to a arab coutry ? I assume in your mind all peoples in there are terrorists.

You either American or dropped out of preshool already.

If that is so, all peoples with tatoos and flip-flops should be detained for possible Sex tourism, and everyone with more than 2000baht in the wallet for possible corruption.

P.s. troll as much as you like, i not follow this topic.

American and proud, for that matter. Ever see the photos of these terrorists after they are wanted for some act or even beforehand as a warning? What do they look like? This guy. Not all Muslims are terrorists, but 90 plus percent of them are Muslim. Take your PC crap elsewhere. This is why I can't stand most Euros; Aussies are fine.

Are men in Thailand, whether Thai or ex-pat, this lame when it comes to hooking up with women? Jesus......

Thought mozzies were you referring to Muslims. I don't like them either. But I'm from the land of mosquitos here in the states...Florida. Buy screens. Never understood the lack of them in Thailand. In 1991 in Lampang, no screens on windows. Slept with a net over me. 2011 in Chiang Mai; screens but it didn't help since they don't run A/C and left the front door open without a screen door. People think I'm crazy for running A/C in my entire house and not opening up windows/doors. Well, "mozzies" are one of the reasons. We call them "skeeters" in the Southeastern U.S.

If it's about Bush, we have a lot of ex pats here who are blindly liberal and annoying, bashing Bush but throwing in more innuendo to further their agendas and their posts remain. I liked Bush, hate Obama, explain why and their differences, and I'm deleted. Great job moderators. I see where your hearts lie, also.