Purdey

The data doesn't prove much about why people take drugs. That is why catching dealers never results in the end of drug taking.

Is the National Enquirer so respected that it can influence news?

Weird. Competition is the best form of economic system. Until it isn't. And government interference in business is then tolerated.

Wonder what would happen if interest rates rose just after the government borrowed the money?

Perhaps someone can confirm - didn't Hilary actually get 3 million more votes than Trump in the so-called popular vote?

Who's been using time travel? Not fair

I remember that Thaksin didn't personally take charge of the killing, though it happened on his watch. Knowing the Thai army's habit of killing civilians, I tend to believe Thaksin didn't directly order the army to kill people but of course, as the country's PM, he was ultimately responsible.. https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2423190/thaksin-prawit-trade-blame-for-tak-bai-massacre

Thais vary, just as they do elsewhere in the world. Some are trustworthy (I have even met some nice, honest policemen here), some should be part of someone else's life, not mine. I the wife signed the usufruct without batting an eye, a good sign. While prenups may be legal, I doubt whether a Thai family would have heard of it and would surely be suspicious (as in, are you trying to cheat my daughter?).

Not sure but I now assume that Sretta has run out of ideas and is scraping the bottom of the barrel. How is the worlds tallest building going to grow the economy in the next five years? Why isn't he planning to improve the education of the majority of people here so that they can all participate in the economy (again, down the road)? It is so disappointing to see a real estate tycoon as PM thinking of projects that concern real estate tycoons only.

Can't blame her for respecting ancient Thai culture. Even the Ministry of Culture used to have two topless angels on its front page (since removed).

How much revenue will come off this? Seems expensive to put on. Can't compare with Singapore, which plans everything well. I expect people will come for the horrific crashes.

Just waiting for the Vietnamese government to cry "cultural appropriation."

Had no idea Sretta was a military strategist. So, he views people who have crossed the border and... Did what?

Time to hire Ukrainian nurses.

I had to take a subject called religious studies at school. However, no one gave us a clue about satanism. I felt ever so marginalized.

Tipping here is a personal act. I tip waiting staff at restaurants because of their smiles and helpful demeanor. Taxis (with whatever change is left) and any guys that deliver furniture to my house and carry them upstairs. One of the reasons I hate tipping in the USA is that they expect it, no matter what the quality of service. Been chased into the street because of a small tip to a useless waitress. 😦

Most ministries here arrange for end-of-budget period overseas studies trips. I remember when one group planned to visit London (especially Harrods) by requesting the UK Department of Education issue an official invitation (which is required for the trip to be approved. The Department was accustomed to these requests and decided "enough is enough." Request denied.

America has serious mental health problems that should be a focus of attention for any president

I can't complain as it is free.

Once, I suggested that waste plastic be sent from Phuket for recycling by train instead of truck. Much cheaper. People were shocked. Never crossed their minds.

Most people complain about the queues. If they sort that out they could jump further up the table.

I think the writer was being sarcastic...

That says a lot more than the writer meant. I suppose the defence portfolio should be in the hands of a military man but why always the army?

Wow. Read the context. As an alternative to nuking civilians - yes.

Not sure what end result these watchdogs are looking for. A complete ban on alcohol a la Saudi Arabia? If not, why do they assume that people will stop drinking alcohol if there is no marketing? The fact alcohol is on sale is incentive enough to drink. Shouldn't the anti-alcohol brigade focus instead on education and strict laws on underage drinking?