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That's because it rarely (only once, I think) has had major flooding in that area. Coincidently, I did see something about one of the largest lithium reserves (King Mt) in that area, wafting to be developed. And if wearing you conspiracy hat, since that area is not in a 'flood zone', makes you wonder how many folks actually had flood insurance. hmm ... Wouldn't that be convenient for any lithium company investors. Especially since I already read a blip about locals fighting mining rights in the area.

Neither need to score points. Neither are looking to have a job to enrich themselves, as already have more than they can spend in a few lifetimes.

Killed those two child terrorist ...  along with killing and injuring 100s & 1000s of innocent bystanders. Well done 👍 ... "At least 32 people, including two children, were killed and thousands more injured, many seriously, after communication devices, some used by the armed group Hezbollah, dramatically exploded across Lebanon on Tuesday and Wednesday. In the latest round of blasts on Wednesday, exploding walkie-talkies killed 20 and injured at least 450 people, according to Lebanon's health ministry. The explosions occurred in the vicinity of a large crowd that had gathered for the funerals of four victims of Tuesday's simultaneous pager blasts, which killed at least 12 people and injured nearly 3,000."

USD skyrockets against the THB, breaking new record high, for this week We can all go shopping now for a treat, now that back over 33. If I didn't jinx it ... oh crap Maybe a Lao Dark instead of Archa

My brother's wife has family there. Let's just say, she's not happy about the govt assistance or lack of, to be more specific.

Don't know about MAGA types, but Congress (dems & reps) seems to have no problems spending 100's of billions, if not a trillion overseas and in USA on non US citizens, when tax paying USA folks could use a bit of help. Think they all need to check their priorities, and seem to forgot who they actually work for. If that's not bad enough, they are 'borrowing' the money to do so, as the deficit continues to climb. Guess they never heard the expressing ... "live within your means"

Ah yes, the MSM spin Biden & Harris didn't even visit N. Caroline till Wednesday, and it's till Thursday in USA. Trump was there on Monday Contacted Musk for additional support with StarLink. "“Since the Hurricane Helene disaster, SpaceX has sent as many Starlink terminals as possible to help areas in need,” Musk wrote in a post on the social platform X. “Earlier today, @realDonaldTrump alerted me to additional people who need Starlink Internet in North Carolina. We are sending them terminals right away.” (source)

Yep ... same thing happening with Musk, as soon as he bought Twitter / X and allowed free speech. Now nothing positive in MSM about him, and now that he supports Trump, they turned it up. I'm amazed he hasn't been accused of sexual harassment or assault yet. Or at least tax evasion.

You both prove my point ... MSM success .. THANKS

Guess it's not completely off topic. Just noticed this while researching a vitamin supplement. RDI / RDA for supplement. Too funny. Though I think I would have went with PwP & PwV (People with Penis or Vagina). Save a letter. To be in the medical field ... guess you need to tread lightly when dealing with the alphabet folks

So ... in a nut shell, the moon is effected by MMCC, where human's industrial revolution & cow farting doesn't exist Cow farting doesn't exist on Earth either, but don't tell anyone ... shh Let all that sink in ... keep believing the BS they feed you.

You can't speak out against the system without the expected public morality humiliations to follow, once you start trending. Has everything to do with the topic, as he supports Trump vs Harris. So you discredit him,, to sway his supporter to Harris. About as obvious as can be. Only the brainwashed blind can't see it. He's vocal about covid, vaccines, big pharma, Ukraine, free speech, anti war ... etc etc etc All goes against the money machines ... BUDDHA FORBIDS such free thinking.

Yikes ... fast food & TV dinners. I was single the majority of time in the USA, and I still ate damn good, dining out or in, though very rarely fast food or frozen dinners.

I think you need to dine at better vendors. I eat rather healthy when I eat out, most times.

You're wrong, on all accounts. First the 599k price is simply to get rid of stock, before the revamped is released very soon, probably next auto show, or next March/April 2025 auto show. Has nothing to do with future lower cost batteries to MG Secondly the MSRP of 829k price is simply being competitive, as the 949k price was before their was any real competition in the Thai market. And NO, the overpriced, POS, Nissan Leaf was and will never be a competitor on any market. Thirdly, I doubt if they'll be passing on the lower cost batteries to the consumer, as they are barely making a profit now, with their little price war. BYD will control that move, and I don't think they want to sell any lower than they already are. Lastly, there is no need to get a new battery in 8-10 years, as they should still be retaining 70-80% capacity. The LFP Lithium batteries will easily last 500+ kms or 20 ish years, at least, on original battery. And I'm sure I'm being conservative with 500k kms / 20 yrs. When the rest of the car can't keep up with the battery, simple repurpose it to your solar system. As I think in 10 years, most will have one .... or you're basically on idiot ... IMHO The battery pack itself would be worth more than the rest of the car. Should be a market for the motor, and rest, to the junk yard for parts

Me ... cash only Wife ... cash & transfer (bank app), no 3rd party apps @ EV CS ... via app wallet, or CC, and bank transfer depending on vendor, some one pay type, some all

Most notable, would be basic whole foods, which of course rolls over the restaurant's pricing, and some possessed food products. Wages not keeping up with the rate of inflation. As far as items, considerably more expensive, price increase beyond normal inflation, would have to be land #1, that we've noticed. Good for investors, but not young couples/families wanting to build equity. Unless you buy/build a house on a decent piece of land, it's not going to appreciate very much, if at all over 5-10 years. Our house builds, profits, were all due to the land appreciations. The house itself, just break even or small profit margin. Big ticket items, contracting a builder, per m², along with auto prices really haven't kept up with inflation, surprisingly. Healthcare is pretty steady, aside from govt allowing a foreigner charge at hospitals 🙄

Does seem to be more than a few start ups, more so in CN, not exporting yet, as the market is there. As always, choose wisely. You got SAIC (MG) been around for awhile, Same as Geely/Zeekr. BYD obviously. NIO with niche market of swappable batteries, and hopefully will take off as well as their motorcycle line w/swappable batteries. Others; GAC, Changan, GWM, Chery’s Arrizo / Tiggo, Li, have all been around for quite some time, a few whole or part state owned, or simply established a good market presence in a short time. Others, waiting to make their mark. Though can't really go wrong with the top 6 auto makers from China, have decades of experience, especially with more BEV experience over the non Chinese competition. Top 10 Electric Vehicle Manufacturers in China The got a few yen to play with ...

Excuse me ... wife is 48 next week, and still smoking hot, as are a few of her peers. Choose wisely 😁

Definitely the bargain of the year @ 599k. Can't see buying anything else if looking for a good B-class SUV for the family car. Checks off all the boxes for us, and should for most people. Quite the step up from JP badged 'made in TH' offerings here / TH. and less expensive than any of the 1.5L ICEVs. Prejudice is keeping a lot of people away from an all around much better vehicle, IMHbiasO You can't fix ignorance

599k is even better, but still skeptical how many are still out there. Hoping someone steals ours, and we get a pay out of 840k, then we can hopefully find one of them, for 599k, or even 829k, and start again with -0- kms 😁 Even better, just buy one of them Pick ups when available. Though the wife isn't giving up the ZS ... no way. I'll have to sneak the pick up home, and say ... oops, honey, I thought you wanted one. After the first camping trip, she'll warm up to it. Like the BEV, after selling the 'red' one. Almost paid extra 70k just for a red BEV, but really didn't want the extra electronics & sunroof. Though great value & upgrade for only 70k, if wanting.

@Celsius Get you nutrients (niacin) from whole foods ...

You apparently have some major, deep rooted, F'g issues ... ... but I like it

that's funny, thanks for the chuckle. Almost as good as the one I got from Iran attacks Israel thread. He answered your query, and reporting, I was obviously trolling, and get a pass

No, had video of multiple missile strikes, along with the one or two, MSM were showing, that the Iron Dome was virtually impenetrable. Actually kind of impressive, even with the missiles that made it though, as I stated in original. "not caught up yet" ... as usually, you're being silly. Have a Nice Day