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Graduate Tae killed by 15 year old behind the wheel of a BMW
Thingamabob replied to webfact's topic in Isaan News
That sounds more than likely. Very sorry for the young man Tae who was killed. Such a short life. RIP. -
I think you will have to up the salary you are prepared to pay in order to find, if at all possible, a competent maid who can also drive. 12-15k baht may attract some interest. Otherwise forget the driving requirement and see what you can find for around 10k baht.
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Bars with the best gogo dancers (best not most beautiful)
Thingamabob replied to Baron Samedi's topic in Bangkok
The arrival of techno music pretty much put an end to the performances of those girls who could actually dance. Many of them were really good to watch, with a fine sense of rhythm and timing. All gone now I'm afraid. As has been advised earlier try some of areas mainly frequented by Thais, and maybe drink something a bit stronger than Coke zero in order to enhance the experience. -
opening bank account
Thingamabob replied to Chetzee's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
1968. -
Retirement v Marriage Visa
Thingamabob replied to Kevin1908's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
If funding either a retirement visa or a marriage visa is a worry I would strongly suggest you think long and hard before committing to Thailand long-term. -
opening bank account
Thingamabob replied to Chetzee's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
Just shows it can be done if you hit the right time of day and/or the right time of the month. -
opening bank account
Thingamabob replied to Chetzee's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
People who keep on promoting the use of agents are either very old or infirm, in which case entirely understandable, or they cannot meet the legal requirements, or they have a vested interest in the agency 'business', or they are too lazy to get off their backside. I would suggest you walk into as many banks as you can find in your area and try your luck. It can work every now and again. I have 3 accounts at SCB. They are pretty tough on requirements, and they don't have a branch at CW, so maybe give them a miss. -
Transferred Pattaya police chief is back at Pattaya police station
Thingamabob replied to webfact's topic in Pattaya News
I'm not clear what he was accused of. Can anyone kindly explain ? -
Personally I'll continue to wear a mask until Thais stop wearing them. It doesn't bother me in the slightest even though I am asthmatic.
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How to become a Samuian (Girl version)
Thingamabob replied to slabejmarek's topic in Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao
Great photos. You're cat ? -
15-year-old motorcyclist collides with dog and dies
Thingamabob replied to snoop1130's topic in Pattaya News
You need help. -
15-year-old motorcyclist collides with dog and dies
Thingamabob replied to snoop1130's topic in Pattaya News
Here we go again. Must have been the dog's fault, of course. -
Nepotism, corruption and puppets ruling on behalf of the elite are so entrenched in the Thai way of life that it is hard to see things ever changing. People tried bravely in 1973, 1976 and 1992 but were tortured and/or killed in large numbers. Memories of those savage events are not forgotten.
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Give her a chance. You can vote her out in 2 years time max if you so choose. Puppet Prayut will not be so easy to get rid of.
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How to become a Samuian (Girl version)
Thingamabob replied to slabejmarek's topic in Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao
I used to go to Samui with my Thai girlfriend, now wife, in the 1970s. Absolutely gorgeous. We would hire hammocks on the beaches for 20 baht a night. No cars, very few people. I will never go back. -
Sending expensive watch back to the UK (and back again)
Thingamabob replied to Batty's topic in General Topics
I once paid 3k baht for a Seiko, otherwise never more than 100 baht for a made in China timepiece, hence concerns about breakdowns, etc not an issue. Never understood why people pay so much for so little. Likewise gold chain wearers and the like. -
Big C Extras meat department grill.....Is this working anymore?
Thingamabob replied to redwood1's topic in Pattaya
Hopefully not. Killing and eating animals is disgusting. -
Biden’s APEC no-show seen as a blow to Thai government’s credibility
Thingamabob replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
I thought it was his grandaughter's wedding. Anyway, Biden is the US President. It's a pity he's not coming. Another win for Xi and for China. -
Used batteries, where can I deposit them?
Thingamabob replied to Confuscious's topic in General Topics
You will find a number of people will be only too happy to take your used battery, including your refuse disposal operatives. -
Liz Truss’s premiership has got off to the worst start possible
Thingamabob replied to Scott's topic in World News
The UK govt has just 2 years to improve things, at which point the voters will have their say.