Korat Kiwi

Makati just out of Manila has a huge slum area. Every so often a mysterious fire breaks out, a few lives are lost and the area shrinks a bit. Some say it's cause by 'officials' trying to clear the area... but who knows. When I was living there I never had a problem with feeling unsafe. In fact in the last week I went to all the places I was warned against... and I had a ball of a time. I treated the locals with respect, even bought a few beers and it was reciprocated.

Why do they (in the related news story this time) go into so much detail as to what the victim is wearing? It's not as if they are going to appear as a Victoria's Secret model in the next hour or two. Strange practice by the media.

Well you wouldn't want to piss this woman off.... there's certainly a cog missing upstairs and I don't think she would hesitate to use the knife. Absolute nut job. Padded cell time methinks

It's 32 in Rizal... currently 37 in Korat. Feels like 40 but we have a slight breeze

I don't know about BKK but up in CM there are heaps of cooking 'schools'. They take students around the markets to show them all the different types of fruit and veg and how to tell if its fresh/good quality etc. They are generally well attended and don't cost the earth. Check Mr Google. There is bound to be lots of places available

Possibly because Farang DJs know how to mix the music to Farang tastes? Just a guess

I'm 25kms NW of Korat central and it's getting warm. Only been here since Nov 23 and lowest night temp was around 23 Celsius. Highest day temp 42 so far... 39 yesterday and probably the same today. It's alright if there's a slight breeze. It just makes ice cold beer taste that much better.

Put away or put down? I know which one I'd vote for.

She can beat me if she likes.... And yes he seems to be enjoying it too. There's money to be made here...

He's probably in exile already.... going by the history of senior government officials.

I have done some good dive trips around Bohol and found the nearby beaches on Panglao to be very clean and family friendly. Infrastructure leaves a bit to be desired but it's manageable. I didn't mind it and the immigration side is a bit easier than Thailand. Like has been said, they come up with great ideas but frequently fail to finish them. It's like they just lose enthusiasm or change government's. I prefer Thai food hands down. Not fussed at all with most of the Philippines food.... Including Jolibee! Didn't mind their San Miguel or Beer na Beer and they do a nice drop of dark Rum. (Old Captain is better than Tanduay). But at the moment I'm happy in Thailand. Should things change dramatically then the Phils could be an option.

I'd think you'd have to be quite skilled to take off an arm although in certain parts of Africa it's relatively common where there are 'troubles'. I even recall when I was working in Bougainville a true story of a guy who cut off his brothers arm with a machete. Why? Because during the 'uprising' his brother went to the opposition side and burnt down his house. Nasty stuff but retribution is swift over there. I hope they catch these maniacs.

Have you tried Britmans idea... Could save you heaps of Euro and batteries.

There are thousands of remotes on Lazada however trying to find one that duplicates the functions or is on the same frequency will be the challenge. As you said replacement is available from Europe (Czech Republic?) and postage can be more than cost of item. But this may be the safest option to ensure you get a remote that works.

2 rocks, 2 points and a packet of gravel....

Day 2 of Groundhog day.... SSDD. 🥱😴

They're probably miserable everywhere to be fair

OK..... Can't please everyone

Such as Bob had a couple of things he couldn't stay away from...

Thanks George.... probably the funniest thing I've seen on AN for quite some time. Sent a copy off to my siblings in NZ. Possibly make national news back there!

He does drink! Loads of coke to wash down his upsized Mcdonald meals

Can you boys stop the pissing contest and actually add something of benefit to the OP?

My brother had an implant done in Chiang Mai quite a few years ago. He couldn't wait for the healing phase to be over and went back to NZ. He finally went to a NZ dentist who was confused by the implant. A few calls later and the NZ dentist said all was good. The Thai implant was top of the line and the NZ dentist had to wait 2weeks to get new equipment and complete the job. The NZ dentist was very impressed with the Thai workmanship. So there you have it.... Go and ask questions. I'm sure you'll get good service.

When the cop picked up the rock, he should've clocked him one... Saves tax payers some money.

They should make a spectacle of these dirt bags. It not good to just say apologies and all is forgiven. What will these perps learn from that? Be more careful next time you rip off a business? This is beyond belief.