jaywalker2

A bunch of lies. All of the first generation of the vaccines have been tested against the CDC definition of a placebo. Bobby prefers to define placebo in his own way, as either water or salt water, but this generally isn't feasible especially when you already have an effective version of the vaccine available. Plus, remember the Salk trials? 400,000 people were injected with the Salk vaccine and another 200,000 received a saline placebo. They knew the vaccine was effective because 16 people died in the placebo group and 60 werre paralyzed while nobody died or was paralyzed in the vaccine group. Now what if you had been in the placebo group? In other words, if you have an effective vaccine you're risking death and severe illness by withholding it from people. Moreover, vaccine recipients are extensively followed after receiving a vaccine to see if any problems arise that weren't caught by the RCT's. This system is built to detect any suspicion of harm, not disguise it.

The reason for this is that the BOJ decided that banks would be liable for scams that their customers fall prey to. As a result, banks instituted this rule in order to limit their own liability. It applies to both Thais and foreigners (although the system was set up with Thais in mind so figuring out how to include foreigners has evidently been a problem for some banks)

The answer is no. The 90 day report is just a formality that nobody cares about. Even if you have to deal with immigration later, all you need to do is file a new report and pay the fine. When you leave the country, they don't check. When you return, it resets. In fact, there's no need to do it at all. Even if you're applying for an extension, you only need to file the report and pay the fine before apply for the extension. Lots of people do that.

It is a great. A wonderful addition to modern civilization. I used the Japanese bidets in Japan and the water force wasn't sufficient nor the direction of the flow, which you couldn't adjust much, as they were made for Japanese butts. Plus, they had all these high tech additions that nobody needed. But with a Thai bum gun, you have simple efficient way cleaning your bum. These days I'm at a loss what to do if I encounter a toilet that only has toilet paper. It seems so crude and messy. I don't know why these aren't a standard bathroom item in Western countries. I guess you could argue that public bum guns are not very hygenic but that's true of public toilets in general.

That's ridiculous. In the general population the vaccine caused myocarditis in around 1 in 50,000 people. In boys 15 to 22 or so the figure was 1 in 6,600 but it usually was transitory and didn't require hospitalisation. The risk from covid was around 11 times higher. And I will provide a link https://www.heart.org/en/news/2022/08/22/covid-19-infection-poses-higher-risk-for-myocarditis-than-vaccines The one exception was the Moderna vaccine in young boys and men

Of course all respitory viruses share some symptoms but the chance of serious long-term complications is much higher with covid. You might have a mild case but that might be hiding significant inflammation that weakens the heart and blood vessels. This is because covid attacks all the cells in the body, not just a localised area. 68 people died in the last two weeks from covid in Thailand . How many from a cold?

Not true. Even a mild case of covid can do serious damage to the lungs apparently, even in children. Long term consequences are still being studied

Joseph Mercola. You know he's been getting directions from an entity known as Balaan through a channeling medium calling himself "the Kai"

True, and google is just as bad. Gemini was installed on my phone without permission and by using it you agree to let Google harvest data on everything you do on your phone.

According to Grok: Yes, tourists can open bank accounts in the United States, but the process and requirements vary by bank and account type. Here’s a concise overview: Eligibility: Many banks allow non-residents, including tourists, to open accounts, but some require a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). Others accept alternative IDs like a passport or foreign driver’s license. Requirements: Identification: A valid passport is typically required. Some banks may also ask for a secondary ID, such as a driver’s license or a U.S. visa. Proof of Address: You may need to provide a U.S. address (e.g., a hotel or temporary residence) or, in some cases, a foreign address. Visa Status: While not always mandatory, some banks prefer customers with a valid U.S. visa (e.g., tourist visa like B-2). Minimum Deposit: Many banks require an initial deposit, ranging from $25 to $1,000, depending on the account type. Bank Options: Major banks like Bank of America, Chase, or Wells Fargo often allow non-residents to open accounts, but requirements can be stricter. Online banks or fintechs like Wise, Revolut, or international banks (e.g., HSBC) may offer accounts tailored for non-residents with fewer hurdles. Credit unions and smaller banks may have more flexible policies but could require local residency. Challenges: Some banks may restrict account types for non-residents (e.g., checking or savings only, no credit products). Without an SSN or ITIN, options are limited, and some banks may reject applications. Tourists on short-term visas might face additional scrutiny due to anti-money laundering regulations. Practical Tips: Research banks in advance and contact them to confirm non-resident policies. Consider online or international banks for easier access. Be prepared to provide documentation and possibly visit a branch in person. If you need specific bank recommendations or details for a particular state, let me know!

I wonder how all those wine drinking countries have survived for so long. They should have collapsed into chaos by now

Just visited Pattaya and I was surprised at the large number which I hadn't noticed last year. Even more surprised by the number of Indian restaurants, sometimes two or three right next to each other. Didn't seem busy either

Thailand's postal system used to be completely unreliable. Not anymore. Even better than the U.S., at least in Bangkok

The safest city among ASEAN countries!

No prostitute is going to sue you for defamation. She'll put a hit on you instead and over the balcony you go.

I was speaking about masking before Covid. It was common for Japanese who had a cold or the flu to wear a mask in an effort to avoid spreading their illness to others, although admittedly the tradition is adhered to less by the younger generation. The Japanese government mandated masks during Covid but the Japanese didn't complain, only foreigners. They were perfectly willing to cooperate instead of engaging in futile and hysterical arguments, which is probably why they did so much better during Covid than Western countries.

The Japanese culture of good manners stretches back almost 2,000 years. Wa or social harmony has always been an integral aspect of Japanese society.

Japanese wear masks when sick in order to display consideration to others. It lets others know that they are ill so they can take precautions if they choose and also indicates their concern for the health of their fellow citizens

I shower for social reasons but I don't know how effective rinsing yourself poolside with cold water actually is,

No, I meant your immune system doesn't seem up to par and that's exacerbating the illness.

Or maybe there's something wrong with you?

What's the point? Are they going to stipulate that only people with a certain net worth are allowed into the country? And given how hard they've been pushing the "cashless society", to demand that tourists arrive with 20,000 baht of cash in their pockets doesn't make sense.

Yeah, but you can't open an account online from Thailand. I couldn't even do it using a vpn. You have to mail in the application and then they'll send the confirmation to your US address. Then even if you manage to open an account, they won't let you trade online if they suspect you're in Thailand

Vanguard won't open an account for you if you live in Thailand