sandyf
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14 hours ago, fredwiggy said: No, it's about Apaches and Warthogs blasting assets at Hormuz.
And how did that come about. Who exactly elected the US as a global leader.
How many nations agreed to cast the first stone.
People go to prison for taking the law into their own hands.
Pandora's box has been opened and the whole world will suffer from US arrogance.
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22 hours ago, Keeps said: I've seen the Greggs frozen sausage rolls (can't remember whether box of 4 or 8) at Villa Market, Paseo Shopping Mall, Latkrabang, Bangkok. Never looked for them at other Villa Market so no idea whether they all stock them. Think they were sub 400 baht for the box which is great value for 8 but acceptable even if only 4.
Also noticed some frozen Bird's Eye roast dinners next to them. Edible at a pinch and if slightly desperate.
I have never had Greggs frozen, only ever fresh, so not sure if they the same.
Ones I had from Siamburi were also fresh and if remember right 50 baht each.
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18 hours ago, fredwiggy said: Helping them to be free of control and persecution is a good thing.
The US seem to have forgotten it came about through a regime change from "within".
The history books have shown it is the only way, but "might is right" prevails.
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17 hours ago, IsmeUno said: They are exactly the same as physical SIM, when registered. Your 'voice' SIM is also a Data SIM. It already has a data component. It's just expensive to utilise without a data package applied.
The advantage of getting a new SIM/eSIM is the option of applying a promo package that isn't openly available to existing SIM users.
Not very helpful, I am well aware of the data availability on the voice SIM.
I just want to know who sells 12 month data e-sims to compare against a 12 month data addon.
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On 3/19/2026 at 9:12 PM, billylala said: Is my only way to try branch after branch, or would hire an agency work? I feel so hopeless honestly.
I would suggest that you try and gat an english speaking Thai national to go to the bank with you. The culture is such that they are less likely to try and fob off a Thai than a foreigner.
Should there be any issues you will get a better indication of what is required.
The fall back is of course an agency.
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3 hours ago, Toby1947 said: Forget it, never found a decent Pork Pie or Sausage Roll, in 20yrs of travelling Thailand 😡
The sausage rolls in Siamburi's are quite good. It is all about personal taste and these are very similar to Greggs, if your a Brit you know.
Siamburi products are available through Expatfoods but not sure about the sausage rolls as they may be local.
I also quite like their Gala Pie.
PS Just had a look on the Expats website and gobsmacked they actually sell Greggs, but I have never seen them in Siamburi's. The ones I have are warm on the counter.
https://expatfoodsthailand.com/shop/bread-pastry/greggs-sausage-rolls-4pack/
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21 hours ago, fredwiggy said: As the years go on, the more people from other countries want to adopt western ideals.
There are "people from other countries" and then there is the "islamic fundamentalists".
The whole problem stems from a failure to differentiate, obviously the US learned nothing from the Taliban.
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21 minutes ago, fredwiggy said: Yes, it will cost a lot of money, but it'll come back, and Iran will have a normal leader installed instead of a megalomaniac that's bound for hell.
Only the delusional would think there would ever be anything normal in a country where martyerdom is embedded in the beliefs.
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6 hours ago, CygnusX1 said: If you’re in Thailand 180 days or more in a year, you’ll be a tax resident of Thailand, and have to file a tax return and possibly pay tax, depending on your situation, double taxation treaties with your country etc.
Hundreds of pages of discussion on this forum.
There is hundreds of pages on covid, is it something to worry about.
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On 3/19/2026 at 1:55 PM, Chalong circle said: Got a one way ticket to Europe from Phuket next tuesday for 14 000 bahts with a Middle east big company. Really cheap. Just mean I suppose that the planes are now nearly empty on the way back after 3 weeks of disruption flying to Thailand.
Good to hear. I am due to go next month and was hoping the flights may be a bit less crowded.
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On 3/18/2026 at 8:05 PM, Surasak said: AI is not the be all and end all, it can lie even better then MPs although it has not had so much practice.
Spoken like a true brexiteer, and obviously you think the horse lies through it's teeth as well. The reluctance to post the real figures is noted.
"Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) [footnote 2], including the self-employed, are the backbone of the UK economy. With 5.5 million firms making up 99.8% of the business population, they provide 60% of private sector jobs and generate over £2.8 trillion in turnover [footnote 3]. Our entrepreneurs and businesses are a source of incredible passion, ideas and agility. They drive growth through innovation, competition and job creation"
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On 3/19/2026 at 8:18 AM, CharlieH said: He starnded himself because he wouldnt fly !
Quite, a couple of weeks ago a friend of mine who had flown with Emirates didn't like the uncertainty and asked me to check out flights back to the UK.
There were many available via the European hubs or China. In the end he opted for convenience and paid the extra for Thai Airways direct into Heathrow.
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16 hours ago, snoop1130 said: Looking ahead, recovery in the sector may hinge on the stabilization of the Middle East region and a resolution to the airspace challenges. As airlines adjust their operations and pricing strategies, the tourism-dependent Thai economy could face further challenges.
It is a mixed bag with each airline dealing with the problem differently. Some airlines such as Emirates and Air Arabia are not that far short of back to normal, while others like Qatar and Gulf Air are struggling. The media will always focus on the lame duck.
The real elephant in the room for the future is energy cost, a double whammy with people facing a reduction in disposeable income along with a rise in air fares. Not looking good for long haul tourist dstinations in general.
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On 3/15/2026 at 1:52 PM, Captain Disorderly said: Thanks, I had a look with the task manager , and it showed 3 of the same apps running at the same time. So I stopped all of them , restarted the computer, and this time , only one app was running as normal. So it looks like the problem has been fixed.
A thank you to you and every one else who posted a comment, its appreciated.
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You should also have a look in "Settings", look for "apps" and then "startup" to check if the app is listed.
If so it would be better if disabled and started manually when required.
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1 hour ago, chakatee said: Once you have the new passport, for some reason you will have to do TM30 again, even if the officer who transfers your Visa stamp into your new passport and also moves the old TM30 from the old to the new passport.
Probably at Jomtien but it was not required for me at the other office in Chonburi.
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13 hours ago, Autocan said: If you've been in the ME you know that none of the GCC states have more than a token armed force. They've collectively outsourced their security to the US.
I was stationed at Sharjah in 1970, no Americans around then, just the RAF, British Army and Royal Navy.
The US wanted it, now they have to own it.
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22 hours ago, BritManToo said: Back in the early 2000s I used to buy a lot of imported stuff, buying from Europe was about 2x the cost of buying from the USA.
I would suggest that the growth of stores like Lidl and Aldi would suggest otherwise.
However the main benefit of the single market was that SMEs could export without needing an export department to deal with the admin. Contrary to what some make think SMEs are very important to the UK economy, but the misinformed sold them down the river. A self inflicted hinderence to productivity.
AI Overview
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are absolutely vital to the UK economy, functioning as its "backbone" and main engine for growth. Comprising over 99% of all businesses, they employ roughly 60% of the private sector workforce (about 16 million people) and generate over £2.8 trillion in turnover.
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22 hours ago, ronnie50 said: But one thing I've observed through the years of visiting doctors in big private hospitals here is that many/most are not very thorough in asking questions about the patient's medical history.
I don't have much experience with private hospitals but found my main government hospital quite the opposite.
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I was trading with European countries before the single market came about and the regulations were very restrictive. In 1982 I took 6 small medical units in my car down to a distributor in the south of France. At no time till I handed them over did anyone look at the goods, all the authorities were interested in was a multitude of paperwork stamped and signed.
The single market was a tremendous boost to UK small business, probably providing the most lucrative domestic market in the world.
Then the uninformed decided to go back to the way it was.
AI Overview
UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have faced significant declines, challenges, and reduced competitiveness since Brexit, driven by increased trade barriers, compliance costs, and labor shortages.
Studies show product-focused SMEs were disproportionately affected, with food and drink exports to the EU dropping by 34% in the immediate aftermath.
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Do you actually get out and explore Thailand ?
in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
Over the years seen most of Thailand, quite a few good trips during covid. Also been around neighbouring countries, certainly a lot to see in the area.
Will be 80 next year so slowing down a bit now.