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Idiotic violence, should be met by controlled violence. That's the only way pea brains learn; pain is the only language they can understand.

Waste cooking oil makes diesel fuel.

I have been to Phuket just once. During my first visit to this kingdom, back in 98. And I stayed there(on Patong Beach) just one day. I was lucky that that sea surge didn't take place at that time...

One question out of my curiosity, to the Phuket resident. How far is the closest hill(high enough to survive in case of Tsunami) from the beach?

There are 2 of them in my neighborhood. The one that ate my money was closer to home. And it already did it twice in the past month. Another(right and square, never took any coins for no water) is bit further away. I thinks I better go to the latter, from now on. And have you had any problems with your stomach with the water from these machines? About a decade ago, I have read some report about the quality of the bottled water. It said no real difference from the coin fountain...

Thailand Hit with 36% Tax Tariff is paid by the importers, not by exporters. Should rather say Americans/US importers.

In other words, Trump policy will simply promote even greater Industrial Hollowing in USA? As the result of his unrealistic level of tariff. US lacks the capability to locally produce the goods(that used to be imported) fast enough.,　 Even if some might did, the cost of end products will be absurd (unsellable in US). Then both of the makers and importers will desert US market. And the United States of America will eventually suffer the dire shortage of both consumer and capital goods, that were once abundant. Quite a chilly forecast...

Major Thai exports to USA. Office machines and car parts, broadcasting equipment, semiconductor devices, natural rubber... And this kingdom is the world's 9th largest exporter to America. Thailand's major export to usa - Google Search So, if US cuts Thai exports by heavier import duties, supplies of these goods to Thai domestic market will increase(therefore price will go down?). I remember one similar phenomenon in the past. When previous military regime met EU's import ban, price of Thai seafood(leading Thai exports to Europe) went down.

Does he really know Who Pays the Tariff? It is the importers of the foreign goods. Not the exporters. So higher tariff means, greater amount of financial burden(Import Taxes) on own population.

Today's lunch: Pat See You(Soy sauce flavored pan-fried noodle) with vegetables. One of the well-known Thai dishes. Ingredients: Yellow thick noodle, bean sprouts, cabbage, carrot, spinach. Toppings: Peanuts, fresh cucumber, and tomato, and Cape Kah Moo(deep fried pork skin). Seasonings: Chicken stock, pepper, soy, oyster, and fish sauce,

Yes, you are right. I have bought water from such machines for ages. And have never fallen ill, from it. I always boil it(to make my tea). So no hygienical problems. The only issue is, they sometimes eat coins for nothing; not dispensing any water while taking money. And it happened yesterday...

It simply doesn't function in the first place; it rejects me usage. And when I reported it at CNX immigration office, they said that they couldn't find out why. They told me to go to BKK immigration to know Why. I am reluctant to spend extra time and cost(to travel 800km), so I simply do 90day report in person.

Looks like carrying a few weeks' worth of emergency rations. Like camels' humps.

Yes, they do. However, frequency of the filter change is not consistent. In some places, it is replaced once every 3 months though.

to the benefit of the world(other than China, N/Korea).

The deserted island. Easier for China to take over. If they remove own population from that area, need to place combat units(with anti-air warfare capability) instead. Otherwise, their island can be occupied bloodlessly. And it will be eventually used against them(Taiwan and Japan).

One irony. In order to weaken Hamas fundamentally, it takes Israel-Palestine reconciliation(assessment). As they lose ground to exists(support basis gone). But is most unlikely. The more Israel militarily strikes Palestinians, greater support they gain from the Gaza refugees.

Double standards in Arab world. When PLO was still active in 80s, most financial sponsors(neighboring countries) didn't want those men come into their own land. Saudi Arabia disarmed their combatants while giving huge amount of fighting fund to that organization.

"I don't want to know why you can't. I want to know how you can!" Double bound itself, LOL.

As the Spontaneous Combustion Vehicle kills even without natural disaster. Quake is the rare risk here. But fire-starting cars are Everyday Risk...

Certificate itself, is just a piece of paper. Has no effects to waive tremor when struck by the quake. Valueless unless the building is carefully examined by the professional.

a desire for bright, youthful, unblemished faces without wrinkles. ---------------------------------------------------------------- I presume it is pretty much like the western(especially American) influence. They always value youthfulness, and looking young. I have even heard that all of the female federal/state politicians in US over 40, get some form of facelift Regarding their "obsession" with fair skin, it is the reflection of their vague psychological admiration of the west. Also linked to their social class definition(perception). Being whiter, regarded "brain workers" who do their jobs in A/C comfort. Being tanned deemed "manual workers". Inside their mind: Whiter, better educated and better paid(wealthier). Darker, less educated, lowly paid(poorer). A kind of childish silly prejudice though. This world is supported by the people who engage in manual works(food production, and infrastructure building/maintenance).

Today's lunch: Roasted Chicken with fresh and cooked vegetables on rice. Ingredients: Other than warm rice. Roast chicken: Chicken thigh. Salad: Coleslaw and fresh cucumber. Cooked vegetables: Carrot, onion, and potato. Seasonings: Chicken: Pepper, grated garlic and ginger, soy, oyster, and fish sauce, and sugar. *Soaked in the seasonings for 3 days before cooking. Cooked vegetables: Gravy from chicken, pepper and salt. Coleslaw: Soy and oyster sauce, vinegar, and pepper.

City are being swallowed by illegally parked cars and motorbikes. Pretty common phenomenon in this kingdom. Not limited to Pattaya. When police crack down on that, they only target shiny brand new/high brand cars. Highly unlikely to spot any old battered vehicles. I know one such car(the latter) parked on the same spot of the road in my neighborhood for ages.. Have never seen any cops put a parking violation sticker on that...

Especially in case of the small tour operation firms. Often Safety 2nd, or 3rd. Reminds me of another incident reported in January this year. Sightseeing boat started to sink in the middle of the sea near Phuket. Fortunately, those on board were rescued before the worst though. 33 tourists safely rescued as catamaran sinks off Phuket coast