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25 minutes ago, ukrules said:
I'm sure they will charge you as normal and keep the discount.
Free is more than a discount. It would be theft of millions of baht across Thailand from foreingners.
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3 hours ago, Rancid said:
Who knows if they are right, however you'd have to give them more credibility than the anonymous doomsayers here.
Why? As I pointed out it is over in China according to these projections. We all know it isn't so why give this any credibility other than its a computer generated statistical forecast based on what they admit to being highly variable data.
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What about condos, renters and appartments. I don't understand this. Needs clarification. I'm fairly sure owners will see this as more money in their pockets over and above what they slug for electricity.
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6 minutes ago, GAZZPA said:correct it is nonsense. Cannot blame the media for jumping on this data. The reality is that although individual countries may be clear of Coronavirus or at the least getting it under control the harsh reality is that nothing will be the same again and we cannot expect an kind of normal until we have an effective vaccine, simple as that.
You are assuming there will be a vaccine. This is as of yet not a given. The common cold is a virus and there is no vaccine, HIV no vaccine etc.
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1 hour ago, vogie said:
Why do you say this, nobody mentioned homebrew, only you. It has been established that making Horlicks is not illegal and indeed a very nice drink to take to bed and dream of better things to come.
If you are thinking of homebrewing I would reconsider as you could end up with the maximum fine of 200 baht.
Ginger, sugar, limes and yeast.
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My not exactly local mum and pop just gave me a ring .... they've got more beer in. On my way.................
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2 hours ago, vogie said:
What we have to do is to turn a negative situation into positive one and if Mohamid cannot go to the mountain the mountain must come to Mohamid. I have just ordered 16lbs of malt extract, what I do with it when I get it is anyones guess, but I'm sure I'll think of something.
Home brewing is illegal in Thaailand.
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3 minutes ago, graemeaylward said:New Zealand beat them to it by declaring that they were Covid-19 free yesterday! ????
That I believe. Thailand I don't.
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Should be zero soon. Thailand first in the world. Guess testing will go down from 0.05 per thousand to 0.00 per thousand.
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It's a bit hard to see but according to this it's already over in China. Hands up who believes this. Guess that puts a bit of a question mark on the varacity of these figures.
This is the disclaimer from their website.
*Disclaimer: Content from this website is STRICTLY ONLY for educational and research purposes and may contain errors. The model and data are inaccurate to the complex, evolving, and heterogeneous realities of different countries. Predictions are uncertain by nature. Readers must take any predictions with caution. Overly optimism based on some predicted end dates is dangerous because it may loosen our disciplines and controls and cause the turnaround of the virus and infection, and must be avoided.
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2 minutes ago, 2long said:I don't deny that they socialise in groups without booze. It's just that a group of men (maybe without work) are more likely to drop their Covid19 guard if intoxicated. They'd be more likely to contract it, and maybe less aware of their actions when they finish their little sessions and go home.
From my experience, they're not very adept to stockpiling and controlling the rationing.
I sincerely hope that the ban is cancelled, that's from my very selfish point of view.
I'm just trying to play Devil's Advocate in giving some reason for the ban, and two-day window.
I see your point but TIT. It is a communal culture. Millions of people everyday sitting around in groups with or without masks. Banning alcohol in the first instance was a nonsense to continue it is just insanity.
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11 hours ago, smedly said:
you did look at the image - right ?
You mean this stock photo? What's your point? I said that I reckon this is directed at China. How does looking at this pic make a difference to what I posted?
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6 minutes ago, 2long said:There IS some sense in it. Read on...
Common sense would suggest that the reason for banning the booze is to prevent Somchais from sitting in groups and drinking, then after killing some brain cells going off to do other inappropriate things which would spread the virus, such as returning to hug and kiss family members.
Without 'generalising' I think it's fair to say that the government mainly target low-income Thai males as the target group to control in this case. From experience, these guys are completely incapable of buying in advance and rationing the booze for even a few days, never mind a month. This is partly because they don't have the money, and mainly because they can't control themselves or trust their buddies not to cheat. They drink all they have until it's gone.
In this sense, the 2-day window and a new ban makes sense, allowing expats and more wealthy to stock up and ration.
Do you not think people sit around in groups with or without booze. Hugging family members has nothing to do with alcohol and are you saying that one has to be drunk to give a family member a kiss? To do this is a crime against people's freedom and is nothing more than prohibition. Do you also not think that as you say lower income males won't stock up on lao kao which may or may not last more than two days. Really what's the point. You will have two days to buy enough alcohol for a month then what's the point of banning it for another month.
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Somewhat misleading. As it is it is a suggestion to continue the ban. Interesting thing is it's up to the Govenors of the provences and not the govt.
16 minutes ago, webfact said:Thailand’s Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has proposed allowing people a two day window to buy alcohol before a new ban is enforced.
16 minutes ago, webfact said:The current nationwide ban on the sale of alcohol is set to expire on April 30 and at the time of publishing there has been no official decision on whether or not the ban will be extended.
So within the same article "before a new ban is enforced" and "no official decision on whether or not the ban will be extended."
I was about to use common sense and Thailand in the same sentence. I fear for the worst result. These guys are idiots.
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I reckon this is purely directed toward China.
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Two metres? Maybe if I sit in the boot (trunk for my US friends) of a taxi it might be ok.
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5 minutes ago, jojothai said:
No, there was no decree. It was only the CCSA saying the decree will be extended.
Today was for the govt to confirm. Today refers to the cabinet decision.
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6 minutes ago, Bluedan said:
a tiny % in fact...as would be the case with any fatal illness ...a small number of relatively young healthy people are unlucky
18-44yrs 4.5% of covid deaths.
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1 minute ago, jojothai said:
Reports were that It was proposed yesterday. Today was supposed to be decision day.
It was decreed yesterday and reported in the Bangkok Post.
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Seems rather odd that this "breaking news" was reported yesterday.
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15 minutes ago, cornishcarlos said:
Yes, a very tiny percentage of the total deaths have been apparently healthy youngsters...
This isn't just about dying there are long term organ damage issues also if you happen to go serious/critical.
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13 minutes ago, cornishcarlos said:
We will do the test again in a week anyway...
The virus is potentially fatal, you are correct. However, I'm not in the bracket of most vulnerable so would happily take my chances.
I take a chance in life getting out of bed everyday, why should this virus get special treatment ??
As for immunity, there is no clear evidence either way yet. But going on data from previous similar virus, there will be some form of protection.
I don't believe a vaccine will be available any time soon, and wouldn't take it if it was released any time soon..
You are aware that this is potentially fatal for people in their 20's, 30's, and 40's. People who are healthy with no underliying medical issues have succumed.
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24 minutes ago, cornishcarlos said:Which country was he pointing to ?
OMG. He has to be talking about China. Well why not seems Thailand's reporting is straight from the CCP how to be transparent handbook and everyone knows their (CCP) lapdog the WHO didn't help spread this virus around the world and we all need to thank the CCP "for their excellent Covid-19 response."
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15 minutes ago, cornishcarlos said:
I got tested today, on the boat I work on.. Captain bought enough tests for everyone onboard.
So far everyone has returned negative results for both antigens and antibodies.
I'm disappointed as I was hoping for positive results, which might provide immunity from future infections !!
Not sure how reliable these tests are ie false negatives ??
You want a potentially fatal disease. Well you never know if they do it right you should be tested again and you might hit the jackpot. As for immunity it is now being said that reinfection is a posibilty and apart from that any immunity is not for long. Don't hold your breath waiting for a vaccine either.
PEA: residential electricity users to get refunds in May or July depending on usage
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