MikeUdon

Scaremongering. COVID has been around for more than 6 years already, and it will stay. Learn to live with it, just like any other viral infection. 

2 hours ago, Cameroni said:

So another East European fool aggravated a Thai by thinking he was clever and saying "Ni Hao", thereby making all foreigners look like idiots.

 

Deport all East Europeans from Thailand today and 80% of problems would go away.

 

But yes, farang, is obviously derogatory..

 

Notice the difference, a Russian says Ni Hao because he's a stupid fool, but the deragotary word farang is used with knowing intent.

Ah yes, of course—one Eastern European says “Ni Hao,” and the logical next step is to deport an entire region. What a  geopolitical strategy. Maybe toss in a few astrology signs too while we’re at it? Pisces cause trouble too, don’t they? And sure, “farang” is totally harmless... except when it isn’t. But let’s not split hairs—clearly, intent only matters when someone else messes up, right? If solving Thailand’s “problems” were really as simple as blaming foreigners with awkward greetings, we’d have world peace by now and 7-Eleven would never run out of toasties.

Finally! Welcome to the 21st century, Thailand. 

He had his 5 minutes of shame. Hope he is happy now. What an idiot. 

Those shops can sell whatever they want, as long as it is not against the law. Nobody is forced to buy anything. 

idiot

That's my man! Welcome to the Thai vapers club! 

🤮degenerates

Certificate of Innocence is great. Is there any agency out there which can provide me with such a certificate? I need it for my wife when I come home early in the morning!

2 hours ago, NobbyClarke said:

Philippine English teachers that students do not understand doesn't help the situation.

How can someone teach English when English is their second language? 

Students need to speak English for all manner of positive reasons.

At Holy Mary Udon Thani School, many teachers from the Philippines are employed. These teachers do not only teach English language but also a variety of other subjects such as Social Science, Maths, Science, Arts, Phonics, Grammar and more. All subjects are also taught in Thai Language by Thai teachers. All of these teachers are highly qualified and possess strong educational backgrounds. While it is true that English is their second language, Filipino teachers are known for their proficiency in English, often using it as a medium of instruction in their own country from an early age. Their comprehensive training and experience make them effective educators, capable of delivering lessons in English with clarity. For many years I had 2 'English speaking' neighbours. One from Australia and one from Scotland. With the Aussie guy it was ok after some time. But the guy from Scotland? Sometimes I had no idea what he was talking about. So did the guy from Australia😅

6 hours ago, brianthainess said:

So my understanding is they went back to school on Monday, and today Wednesday, is a public holiday, so are the kids not at school again today ?  

The students went back to school last Thursday, 16 May, here in Udon Thani. 🙏 Yes, today is a public holiday, Visakha Bucha. And of course the schools are closed. But my son's teachers presented him some nice homework, so he has something to learn today.

55 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said:

Early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise and all that nonsense.

Well, I go early to bed. Around 8 PM usually (only when there is a F1 race then I can commit myself to stay awake longer 🙂 )But I have been doing this since I am a child. I am 63 now, and it's still the same. I guess it has something to do with the 'internal clock'. It is what it is. Does it make me healthy or healthier? I don't think so. I usually get up at 2 AM. What is the benefit? I feel tired at latest at 10 AM again and have to take a nap. Did it make me wealthy? Definitely not. Does it make me wise? This is up to others to decide. It's a biological thing. Not a decision you can make.

2 hours ago, NickyLouie said:

 

No those lycra idiots are racing against their strava app trying to better their last time, head down expecting all to move out the way.

In the meantime I also see these lycra guys every early morning in our village in the countryside here in Udon Thani. I guess that all of them are government officials who follow the example of you-know-who. Will see if they wear yellow lycra suits on Mondays now 🙂 

Whoever rides a bicycle in urban areas in Thailand is playing Russian roulette. Day or night (which is even worse). I do not even touch my car at night. Of course this does not excuse any reckless driving of locals. But it seems to be the norm. The bigger and heavier the vehicle is, the more rights they claim. Lack of education and training and disrespect of others. RIP, old man. Pity you very much. Hope the killer driver gets caught and brought to justice.

12 hours ago, FarangFB said:

 

Exactly, tour buses just seem to drive and park wherever they please, it looks like they're totally above any traffic laws.

well, who of the locals are not above the law here? It's the Wild East 🙂 

It is not Thai culture to greet each other all the time. Same as in all other countries around planet Earth as well.

5 hours ago, brianthainess said:

So glad to see Tony has improved so quickly, no neck brace, and no arm brace, he can even clap his hands. 

it's an old picture while the new PM of Thailand visited Hun Sen last year in Cambodia

42 minutes ago, Gandtee said:

Living here? With her?

No, Sir.