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I thought one of his tweets mentioned he entered via the Phuket sandbox scheme.

I'm usually good with names but i've been looking at that surname for 5 minutes and I still have no idea how to pronounce it.

What nationalities were they?

I'm not really a bike person and hate the noise from those lawnmower bikes. I also hate the noise from the chopper style bikes. I love the sound of the racing style bikes though like the cbr's and R1s. I feel like you can hear/feel the true power in those. On the opposite front, is anyone here (in Thailand) interested in the electric bikes like the livewire or do you think noise and presence is more important than performance?

I do my fair share of complaining but I live here because I feel safer and more free than in my home country. There are also no big issue sellers or chuggers on every high street. I'll also admit I'm more of a 'catch' here. It's nice to have the 7/11 staff getting excited when I walk in. I can put a smile on others' faces quite easily. I know that probably won't last forever but it's nice to be liked.

I bought a lottery ticket yesterday. I guess I must now be a criminal in the premier's mind. Keep an eye out for me on TV soon being made an example of and pointing at the ticket

Based on what you and others have said maybe 64 would be enough then. The 50gb cloud space looks OK for the price. Just need to decide whether the mini with 5g and a newer processor is worth the extra 6.5k in price to the standard. Then I'll probably get the cheaper logitech pen to keep costs down.

No iPhone 13 for you just yet then. I was looking at buying my first ever apple (ipad) until I saw the paltry 64gb memory in the standard models. Upping to 256 and adding a pen and the price nearly doubles. I guess I'll just do without as I'm not paying that!

I think we are also due a reminder for the forgetful lottery sellers. Tickets clearly marked 80 but can only be bought at 100+ again

By having a two year WP, you will now only need a health check once every two years too. Saves a bit of cash but more importantly your time.

It looks like I'll be forced into panic buying today then in case other provinces decide this is a great idea too. God I can't wait until these anti-fun brigade, holier than thou dinosaurs are too old to continue.

29th November at my local university, but I believe it depends on the university. On site classes are allowed, but unlikely. Teachers have been told they will be responsible for any cases found in their classes. That sounds unworkable and unfair to me.

Agreed. I had a really nice Italian last night but no wine was allowed. I know it kept the bill below a thousand but the dining experience was incomplete.

When I moved here I bought a new eco car. My wife (also a uni lecturer) was a bit worried as others were telling her that we had to have at least a Vios level car. I couldn't believe how others thought it was any of their business and told the wife to return that sentiment. It's crazy to buy what you can't afford mainly to impress others.

And this is what my neighbours in the UK used to cry to. As I've grown up I've learnt to wear headphones.

9 Crimes by Damien Rice

I thought it was the oppositions job to criticise the government. Isn't that part of having a democratic system?

Some of the Thai coffee is good but i still generally prefer beans from Kenya, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Indonesia etc. I usually buy Thai beans to keep my spending down but they are becoming increasingly expensive

Our monthly food bill has pretty much doubled as we no longer shop at the local market. Currently I've spent 14k on food this month, alcohol excluded.

I agree with the message of the ad, but the biggest problem is the 'do as we say not what we do' mentality. The people have had enough of the lack of accountability at the top.

I've also been 'doing my bit for Thailand' with this, contributing towards their tally, when I'm sitting on the throne. It helps pass the time.

I understand the vip parking in malls as they are the ones who will spend more money. Money will mean nothing to most of them. On the other hand you have many other thai's who spend a modest amount or just stay there all day for the free aircon. A new families section I guess must have larger spaces helping others not get their cars scratched by doors being swung open.

Please excuse my ignorance but will this also work to make a joint of gammon? Based on your post I've already ordered the ingredients to try the bacon, but I hear gammon is a bit healthier.

McDonald's. Can't resist their double cheeseburger and fries. I give in about once a year.

When the leaders can change the law to suit them at any time, in which they do, its no wonder the protesters are out on the streets. It's impossible not to break the law here as it keeps changing to protect those who can't face a bit of criticism