MickyP

Maybe the offer was not for 1 billion Baht - but the buying of votes certainly seems to be a trait of the PPP - as the EC is finding out.

Believe this "no booze days" requirement is going to be strictly enforced - and may well extend to private gatherings - so keep the party noise down for fear of a visit from the boys in brown

If the 7-11 prices bug you, plan ahead and put them on the list for the big shop at the super/hyper markets. Their availability, 24/7 is what you are paying for.

Injuries to tourists are mentioned, but nothing about the hotel staff? Were they not involved in attempting rescues or tackling the blaze?

This episode and the comments from Markokang, underline the necessity to check the safety facilities, equipment and procedures when checking into a hotel, regardless where in the world you are, and if you are not happy with the arrangements, state your concerns to the Management, claim a refund and seek better accomodation. Its your life they are playing with !!

Believe only one dead, trapped under the vessel when it overturned. Another victim lost a leg in the spinning propellor. How the reports conflict !!

Note that the Bangkok Post also included an apology @to the city of Pattaya" for his actions from the perp "which tarnished the reputation of the resort of the resort town". He's a bit late - tarnish has been there - like forever!!