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We foreigners are an easy target. Just have to accept it. Be sure to wear a helmet and have all documents in order. No big deal.

Amoxy works to clear the infection and pain. It's what I did January last year. Did it several times. Unfortunately, in the end (June), it lead to tooth extraction as infections deteriorated the jaw bone. Extraction, Implant and follow-up cost about £3,000 in the UK and all OK now. Good luck!

Sounds like the bar owner/manager pissed someone off or forgot/refused to make the monthly "charitable" contribution. They'll learn.

Why aren't the Thai cops saying that they are seeking to get the German extradited back to Thailand to face court? If he was on bail and in the system, then shouldn't that be possible? Maybe the "bail money" was a bribe after all?

Priceless. 13 years.

Walked back up the local Soi in Bangkok an hour ago. A number of quite new replacement houses (no shortage of cash rather evident). Lovely floor to ceiling windows, none of them double glazed. Think of the noise reduction and lower cooling costs that that could be enjoyed by double glazing. The Thais just don't get it. A small extra amount upfront will lead to better enjoyment and lower costs for the life of the property. A friend built an A-Frame raised cabin in a southern province a few years ago, he stipulated high ceilings and cavity walls with insulation and a long overhang roof - locals and builder thought he was nuts spending the extra money. Result? No need for air conditioning. Maybe one-day...

It's for that reason, these days I only bang bareback (with the long term GF). She's lovely too so no need to play elsewhere and risk an STI.

Wow! That is quite an extreme measure to insulate against noise. Should diminish the sound transmission. Hope it works for you as expected. Please keep us updated.

You forget one more. They're often wrong and don't know the difference. Cue many confused emojis from those that don't know

Fully synthetic oil of the vehicle manufacturer's viscosity would be my choice. Change as per recommended service interval and your engine will last the longest. Mobil 1 is worth the small extra cost in my opinion for the peace of mind knowing that you've got the best, or as good as. I have Mercedes V-Class 250 Diesel in the UK with the computerised service schedule and it usually recommends oil change at 24,000 Miles (38,00kms). I did this on my previous vehicle and engine was still going great at 278,000 Miles (447,000KMs) with no smoke, oil consumption or turbo issues. Only thing changed was fuel injectors.

What did you see happening? Circumstances? Arrested for what reason?

At least, the authorities could question those here for more than 180 days as to the source and transmission of funds necessary to facilitate that stay. Say 65,000 Baht per month, then that's 390,000 Baht and above the taxation threshold. Ok so only, 5% on 150,000 to 300,000 and 10% on 300,000 to 500,000 but still a tax on already taxed income. Hassle of invoking double taxation rules will be enough for many to seek alternative pastures. The Thai government need to clear this up before it goes into effect as many are unsettled by the proposals.

Thanks. That's useful to know.

Sidegra seems to be the most common brand here in Thailand. 100mg is too strong for me. 50mg is plenty. I buy from proper pharmacies in Bangkok and never had any issue. Guess that the pharmacy in Hua Hin thought they could rip you off. Fair play to you for standing up to them.

This was no "accident". Nothing short of manslaughter at minimum. Death by reckless driving. 15 years in jail - no question. Will we ever hear of the sentence? Likely not.

I saw the night video of the collision and the daytime pictures of the aftermath. Saddening and shocking. RIP to the innocent riders and hope that the perpetrator gets the life she deserves.

@littlepig 1. Send from your UK bank to Thai Bank in GB Pounds only. Your Thai bank will do the conversion. I send from Llloyds at only £9.50 per time no matter how much. Takes 2 days. 2. VERY IMPORTANT IMO - To ensure that Land Department allow the property title transfer - The transaction statement reference from your UK bank must state that the funds are for "Purchase of Condo at exact address and developement details". Ask your lawyer or conveyancer what the land department require. The last thing you need is for a rejected property title transfer. Some say that full address not needed only "For purchase of Condo in Thailand". Maybe, but why take that chance when you know the exact details? Also, send for more than the total price including any transfer tax etc. If it is 1 satang less than the total then the land department could reject it. 3. Enjoy your new home in Thailand! I have bought two condos here in Bangkok and about to buy a third.

Nice try to derail the topic. I write this from my 2 bed/2bath condo near Victory monument, purchased in 2009. As good today as it was then. The management has been superb (Plus Management) and the building so far from a slum that top consultants from local hospitals bought and live here. I guess I've got only 5 years before it turns into a slum :) Until then I'll continue to enjoy sunsets from our rooftop pool. Not everyone is fixated on profit. Some of us would rather enjoy our lives in a nice community with certainty that we will not be evicted or have rents increased to ridiculous levels. We can also decorate and furnish and maintain our condos to comfort that I've never seen in any rented property.

There's a huge and obvious downside to the marriage visa/extension :) Retirement best option for sure 555

When I registered a couple of weeks ago, the verification email was received within a couple of minutes. Be sure to check your spam or junk mail folders.

Time to buy a nice new car (in your name only).

Avoidance of pregnancy seems to be of greater concern to most rather than acquiring a sexually transmitted infection (of any type). Should be more awareness programs to educate the young. Perhaps the government health department could advertise on TikTok or Facebook which is most teens and young adults seem to watch endlessly.

Does anyone really beleive that there is anything so medically wrong with Thaksin that he cannot be returned to jail? Seems like a total sham to me. Wonder what most ordinary Thais think.

Times I've been to Khao Yai and Hua Hin, the wines were 2,000+ Baht a bottle for mediocre product. Are they being taxed same as imports or are the taxes different local vs import?

Not just that about drinking more quantity. I like a glass of wine, if I know that I can go to a restaurant to enjoy some decent wine without being robbed then I'll be more likely to eat out. My point being, lowering tax on wine will also likely benefit restaurants.