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My question was... It makes one wonder if the past or the present is more 'liveable' . Has all the changes been for the good? Not what you posted... Why should they fit today?

Shocking Vintage Ads That Were Actually Printed Published on July 3, 2022 Time marches on, but progress is the one way to measure society and humanity. How do you know if things get better or not? It’s best to compare situations from the past that were normal to see if they fit in with today’s standards. Therefore, many vintage ads haven’t withstood the test of time. They often project chauvinistic ideas that would bring controversy today. Below, you can see an interesting look at the past to show you how much life has changed. Some are cringe-worthy, but others aren’t. Regardless, you get an idea of what it was like decades ago. It makes one wonder if the past or the present is more 'liveable' . Has all the changes been for the good? Full article

The difference between in-laws and outlaws? Outlaws are wanted. Alcohol is a perfect solvent: It dissolves marriages, families and careers. A fine is a tax for doing wrong. A tax is a fine for doing well. Archaeologist: Someone whose career lies in ruins. There are two kinds of people who don't say much: Those who are quiet and those who talk a lot. They say that alcohol kills slowly. So what? Who's in a hurry? Alcohol and calculus don't mix. Never drink and derive One nice thing about egoists: They don't talk about other people. Brilliant Puns: 1. A man who wants a pretty nurse, must be patient. 2. A man who leaps off a cliff, jumps to a conclusion. 3. A man running in front of a car, gets tyred; And a man running behind a car, gets exhausted. 4. War does not determine who is right. It determines who is left. 5. A man who drives like hell, is bound to get there. 6. A lion will not cheat on his wife, but a Tiger wood! 7. Toilets are a great place to think.No wonder they are called "Sochalayas"

Thank you for the heads up, OP. Never knew such (incoming) SMS existed!

Now, who's been silly?

To be honest, nothing seriously wrong. The OP is only a regular visitor and he wants to retain one number. So a regular SIM would serve his purpose very well.

Absolutely. Same I do, as I am not permanently in TH

That's exactly what I am trying to get at - 'they really wanted to bash a random farangy' There must be more to the story, me thinks.

Above comment got a proper response instantly- sad emoji - Hurrah!!!

But if they wanted to really bash random foreigners, why not go full out?

If one is to go by the majority of comments here-in, no foreigner should step into Thailand. As innocent foreigners will be randomly bashed by Thais. 'nuff said.

"was assaulted while walking on Soi Yensabai in South Pattaya with his friend" Why only he was attacked and not his friend?

From which operator is your SIM? If AIS, if you top-up 20 Bhat you will get 1 month. So 20Bhat x 12, you will get 12 months. (if you have a Thai bank account, you can do this from overseas. This way you keep the same number as long as you wish. I am not sure with foreign Banks & cards - I could not. Not necessary to buy data packages you will not use.

Just thinking... WHO is responsible for bringing them up like that?

WOW! How civilised...

THAT happens very often; too often I would say... internationally!

"refuse any extra overtime shifts, hate working weekends" I wouldnt call that being lazy. Just that they dont want the extra money and want to chill out during the weekends.

That's very surprising. On my HP laptops, I've been cleaning with a slightly damp (water) cloth right along, never an issue. Been doing for over 2 decades!

Insurance companies, Banks and Pharmaceuticals... they all are the same. Worse than pickpockets.

Aren't there any test results or data available to the general public on the suitability of drinking water from the tap? Many Thais too consume only bottled water, even for cooking - when I ask them why, they say they aren't sure of the quality of the tap water - even after boiling. How common are heavy metals. lead, chemicals and other serious pollutants been found in the tap water - any reliable data available?

The irony of this is beyond words and i suggest pokes enormous holes in the vetting process of the thai elite visa system. Now this statement is a classic joke! Which country has a reasonably good vetting process for their visa system? Look at the amount of terrorists and asylum seekers that have visas to the Western countries - ironically, for a genuine tourist from the same countries the terrorists/asylum seekers come from are refused visas - Reality...Money opens doors. Big Money open big doors.

Are you an expert in Muay Thai?

100% true!