Bday Prang

19 hours ago, Deserted said:

Not exactly the most stunning or exciting place in Thailand. 

But guaranteed not to meet any bitter and twisted TVF members there as none of them could manage the hike up to the top. That in its self makes it rather attractive, although there was worrying talk of building a cable car there sometime ago. god I hope they never did.

10 hours ago, Burma Bill said:

Make it illegal again and no more protracted BS discussions for and against filling AN pages!

Or better still keep it illegal and stop the b/s hysteria from those who seek to impose their views on others. What's it to you anyway, you don't even live here, that makes you worse than the rest of them

10 hours ago, JBChiangRai said:

It was never legalised for recreational use.  Anutim also said at the time to CNN...

 

Thai Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said he expected legal cannabis production to boost the economy but cautioned that recreational use of the drug remains illegal.

“It’s a no,” said Anutin, who is also a deputy prime minister. “We still have regulations under the law that control the consumption, smoking or use of cannabis products in non-productive ways.”

Thailand just decriminalized cannabis. But you still can't smoke joints, minister says | CNN

 

People hear what they want to hear, often not what was said.  All these Cannabis shops that opened up should have listened carefully instead of following one another like sheeple, or as it will probably turn out, like lemmings.

You appear obsessed, despite being corrected numerous times you continue to insist, for some strange reason, that recreational use is illegal. Regardless of what Anutin did or didn't say, regardless of what you think you heard on CNN and regardless of your "informed" personal interpretation of the law open your eyes, there are an estimated 10,000 shops selling cannabis openly for purely recreational use. 

                        I always find it a bit strange when people who don't even use cannabis go to such a great deal of trouble  informing themselves (erroneously in your case) of the laws concerning it. I mean why would you even bother? Ok  I get it , you don't indulge, but you should stop trying to tell others what they can and can't do, just mind your own business, You are not a part time magistrate anymore live and let live

10 hours ago, MurakamiX said:

It's pretty simple. There are a set amount of seats, and we have a limit to the KGs of luggage we can bring on. If we go over that luggage amount, we need to pay extra. So why should there be no limit on body weight? It should be total net weight of you plus luggage. If you are someone who can't stop indulging in gluttony, you should have to pay the consequences. Being obese should be a shameful situation, and in terms of business and flying, it should be taxed fairly.  

Absolutely. and I believe the charges for excess baggage are extortionate too, A total weight allowance is obviously the way to go based on an average weight, lets say 80kilos for guys and 60 kilos for women (and that's being generous) go over it and pay more, stay under and pay less, and all the fat people should be seated next to each other

As you might expect fat people are now classed as victims in the UK and mentioning their condition is almost classed as a "hate crime"  However as is often the case , it is perfectly acceptable to criticise thin people, no problem at all to refer to them as stick insects

On 9/17/2023 at 3:25 AM, JBChiangRai said:

I volunteered one day per week as a magistrate in the UK. I saw only the cases outside of a typical stoner’s “bubble of normality” and what I saw was horrific.

"Horrific"   jesus you must have lead a very sheltered life    we are not talking about Crack Smack and Meth on this thread.  Did you know there are different kinds of recreational drugs ?  Or does the "magistrates for dummies" hand book not bother to explain the differences?  Then again why would they, for those only be dealing with minor cases of "drugs"  possession   However I understand that the graphic recounts of shoplifting must have been very traumatic

On 9/16/2023 at 9:17 AM, JBChiangRai said:

Source: US CDC

 

Addiction

Some people who use marijuana will develop marijuana use disorder, meaning that they are unable to stop using marijuana even though it’s causing health and social problems in their lives.

• One study estimated that approximately 3 in 10 people who use marijuana have marijuana use disorder.¹
• Another study estimated that people who use cannabis have about a 10% likelihood of becoming addicted.²
• The risk of developing marijuana use disorder is greater in people who start using marijuana during youth or adolescence and who use marijuana more frequently.³

What a load of rubbish,  Have you actually read what you copied and pasted ?  

"one study estimated approximately"      what sort of "evidence" is that ???

"Another study estimated,,,,,"  "around a 10%" likelihood "     absolutely meaningless.

And then there's  "Marijuana use disorder"   when was that invented ?   What is the difference between the "orderly" and "disorderly" use of "Marijuana"  and what is the difference between "use disorder" and the imaginary addiction     

The risks of  "harm" from  doing absolutely anything at all increases with frequency and when adolescents are involved so the final sentence is also totally meaningless

That entire article is completely made up , just the usual rubbish quoted by those who for whatever reason have an anti cannabis agenda, when they wish to give the impression that their aversions are science based, Totally fictional statistics that can neither be proved or disproved.

Are  you aware of  the origin of the use of the word "marijuana"   Why do you think they used that word in the article instead of cannabis? 

And you were a magistrate  ..... oh dear

9 hours ago, Poseidon said:

So after allowing many thais to buy the drug legally they are going to remove the legal supply. 

This will mean thais who are most likely addicted will buy it illegally welcoming in drug dealers and gangs. Brilliant move. Well thought out this one 

"addicted"  !!!  what on earth are you talking about??  You really should refrain from commenting on matters about which you know nothing

On 9/2/2023 at 7:09 AM, JayClay said:

I also don't have a child

Could adopt one "in theory"

On 8/2/2023 at 5:28 PM, bignok said:

Cute. Id say yes.

So basically, just to clarify, you are up for casual homosexual encounters with effeminate looking men who dress up as women.?  Does that make you a member of the LGBGT etc etc community?

4 hours ago, tomster said:

This "Clown" is one of the smartest people in Thai politics.

 

He has numerous business interests that are covered briefly here:

 

https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/politics/451056

 

He managed to legalise weed in a country that used to lock people up for smoking joint, which hurt nobody.

 

He bought a classic car off an English friend of mine here in Thailand and was polite, friendly and engaging at all times (when in reality he could have just taken through other means it if he wanted).

 

He is now the Interior minister of Thailand, the second most powerful in the government.

 

What exactly have you achieved recently, that makes you so tired of seeing Anutin's face?

                Well said, a successful, wealthy businessman, who moved into politics and has earned himself a seat near the head of the top table again, no mean achievement, esp considering the outcome of the election.   it's quite obvious he's neither a clown or a fool, 

                I would also bet that those who, irrationally, get their panties wedged up their a$$ over Anutin are the same people who start wetting the bed at the mention of cannabis

9 hours ago, dingdongrb said:

Why? Because that is the only type that would be attracted to you.

And he can't even find a stupid one

12 hours ago, BritManToo said:

OK, it's not the definition of a word that's in question, it's your understanding of a sentence that's the problem, your reading comprehension skills appear to be lacking (Australian by any chance?).

 

What do you expect, he appears to have regressed to the age of looking up naughty words in the dictionary 

7 hours ago, Bday Prang said:

 

Most people, including regular users of bargirls, have never even heard of "the 1996 suppression of prostitution act" . The few amongst us with any  knowledge of this legislation, will have their own, probably private, reasons for being so well informed, and in my opinion are to be treated with deep suspicion and kept at arms length.

          The only people who would feel the need to educate themselves regarding these laws are those who have already broken or are considering breaking them, and are wondering what penalties they might be subject to, if caught and convicted. 

7 hours ago, proton said:

Or those concerned with respecting Thai law and Thai women, nice try though.

Oh I think most people, who are genuinely concerned about  respecting  Thai law and indeed Thai women manage perfectly well without any specialist legal knowledge of the laws relating to underage prostitution. or indeed the penalties for breaking them. 

2 hours ago, proton said:

You might want to read the 1996 suppression of prostitution act, even customers as well as pimps can be prosecuted, the lack of arrests does not change the law.

Most people, including regular users of bargirls, have never even heard of "the 1996 suppression of prostitution act" . The few amongst us with any  knowledge of this legislation, will have their own, probably private, reasons for being so well informed, and in my opinion are to be treated with deep suspicion and kept at arms length.

          The only people who would feel the need to educate themselves regarding these laws are those who have already broken or are considering breaking them, and are wondering what penalties they might be subject to, if caught and convicted. 

On 8/22/2023 at 11:32 AM, snoop1130 said:

She holds an undergraduate degree

what is one of those?

3 hours ago, Artisi said:

In his own cell due to his ill health, just been assessed with lung problems from 2 bouts of CV19, low bone density, blood pressure, heart problem other than that he's ok. 

surprised he was considered fit to fly

3 hours ago, scorecard said:

I don't recall that. 

I do recall many countries offered serious immediate help and aid, massive equipment, medical, plans equipment materials funds to rebuild verylarge numbers of houses, hospitals etc., and more. He arogantly rejected all along with 'we don't need help Thailand is not a poor country, go away'. 

along with the prosecution of people helping out in the emergency, for visa offences