Surasak

I think this S/Korean guy did very well, 4 hours at the price he paid was a giveaway. 30 years ago I paid a taxi drive 1000Baht for a half day tour from BKK to Ayutthaya with my grand children. The service was 100%, even to the driver taking us around the site with a history lesson on some of the more interesting sites.

What the hell is the Korean guy complaining about? Or, as I suspect, is he trying to make a name for himself back home?

1 hour ago, actonion said:

I regularly rent a car from Enterprise at  Heathrow  Airport  using my  UK  driving licence, but the last  trip 2023    I did ask if i can use my Thai driving licence,  they  said yes I can provided  the Thai  licence is in English language, with Thailands  road traffic accident rate i just wonder if they would load the insurance for someone holding a  Thai licence

The name Enterprise reminds me of my last visit to the UK. Wanting all my ducks in a row, I contacted Enterprise via their website to make the hire, only to be informed that payment would be in Thai Baht. When I questioned as to why, it was due to my home address being in Thailand. I cancelled, as the exchange rate would have put an almost £100 on the deal. However, hiring at Heathrow I was not charged in Thai Baht although my Thai address was given. In both instances it was payment with a UK Debit card. Also, my Thai D/L was accepted without question and no IDP required.

4 hours ago, Sheryl said:

 

It is impossible to comment without knowing the reason for both prescribing and then stopping the aspirin and also whether an anticoagulant of some type was prescribed when the aspirin was stopped.

 

@Dario can you be more specific as to your cardiac history?  And are you under the care of a cardiologist? What other medications are you on?

 

It is standard to give omeprazole when someone is on aspirin.  This is not done to prevent reflux but rather to prevent irritation of the stomach lining (gastritis) and ulcers.

 

When going off drugs of this type, there is often a rebound increase in acidity; it can be very difficult to stop these medications and one sometimes needs to do it gradually, for example (if already on one tablet a day) taking every other day first for a while.

 

If you have reflux then naturally you will feel it more once off omeprazole. It is important to understand that omeprazole does not in any way  stop reflux. It only makes it less painful by lowering the acidity of the stomach contents.

 

Measures that will help reduce or stop reflux include:

 

- avoid or minimize caffeine (coffee, chocolate, tea etc.

- don't smoke/stop smoking

- lose weight if at all overweight

-avoid eating too much at one time; several small meals are better than fewer large ones

- do not eat for 2 hours before lying down

- elevate the head of the bed. This can be done by special pillows or by bricks/concrete blocks under the bed.

-avoid any particular foods that seem to trigger this. This is highly individual.

- consider whether you take any medications that may be causing this or worsening it

 

 

 

 

 

 

Whole heartedly agree with Cheryl's 'Measures that will help reduce or stop reflux include'.

If I can add, keep a check on your diet and narrow down those foods which cause the reflux.

It varies with from one person to another, but tomatoes, cucumber, apples and oranges, can be the cause. Even lean red meat and white bread can be a problem. Keep notes on all food you eat and then leave out the culprits.

IF Putin does kick off, no matter where you are life will never be the same, IF life continues. The real point being, Just what the hell can any of us do? However, I do believe I am better off where I am initially, but then than may mean a slow death from the fall out, so which do you prefer???

3 hours ago, connda said:

Tip of the iceberg.  The Thai government and central bank keep sweeping this under the rug, but the average Thai is in hock up to their eyeballs - it isn't just police.

No, not just the police. Any government employee get all kind of perks when it comes to borrowing money. The government encourages debt to its employees. The last I read not so long ago, was that teachers were up to their necks in massive amounts of debt. One has to wonder why the baht is kept so artificially high, what government debt is that hiding?

3 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

It's many years ago, but I seem to remember that my post number diminished substantially. Not that I care as I don't post to increase my numbers, but because I enjoy being insulted by losers. IMO there comes a point in most lives that we need to feel superior to other people.

Absolutely true. I used to be perfect, but I'm much better now!😇

3 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

I just love the air of superiority that posters with Trump living in their heads exude when posting anything about the supporters of the guy that live in their heads.

They provide the amusement otherwise lacking in my life.

 

So, thank you for posting and please keep it up. I need more humour in my life.

 

BTW, it's really easy to see which posters have the Donald living in their heads as they will insist in posting about him in threads with nothing to do with him.

Move right down the car please, there's plenty of room inside

As this is a banking posting, can I add my experience of a visit to the tax office today.

Minor details but it may be of interest to some?

My intention was to inquire about the P.I.N. we are supposed to obtain, the result was...

Provide a copy of your PINK CARD

Copy of Passport

Copy of Yellow Book

Bank statements for 12 months 2023

A form was given, all in Thai. Don't ask.

Return on or before 9th April and hand in these details.

The lord only knows what is to follow, but my understanding was the Tax would only be required

for 2024, payable early 2025.

PDFs of the form attached

TAX 1.pdf TAX 2.pdf

On 2/18/2024 at 11:12 AM, CanadaSam said:

I have one word for you:  Podiatrist.

 

Try getting answers there, instead of AN.

Podiatrists are about as rare as hens teeth.

16 minutes ago, webfact said:

Thailand investigates extending alcohol sales hours for tourism boost
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo courtesy of MGR Online

Public Health Minister, Cholnan Srikaew, announced the formation of a panel by the National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee to investigate the proposed extension of alcohol sales hours in Thailand. This decision necessitates a comprehensive review of the existing laws and regulations surrounding the sale of alcoholic beverages.

 

The panel’s objective is to study the potential repercussions of extended drinking hours on public health and economic growth. At present, there is a lack of sufficient data for the committee to reach a concrete decision on this matter.

 

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports predicts that the proposed policy change could boost the tourism sector’s revenue to 1.2 trillion baht (US$33 billion). It is estimated that food and beverage sales would contribute to one-sixth of this projected figure, approximately 200 billion baht (US$5.5 billion), reported Bangkok Post.

 

However, there are concerns about the potential negative outcomes of this policy. Cholnan pointed out an observed increase in accidents in the five provinces where night entertainment venues have longer operating hours. He stressed the need to determine if there is a direct correlation between these two factors. He clarified that there is no specified timeline for the completion of the study.

This decision follows the rejection of a similar proposal by a committee on alcoholic beverage controls last week. The committee cited potential adverse impacts on public health and social welfare due to longer drinking hours as the reason for their decision. Currently, the law permits the sale of alcoholic beverages between 11am-2pm and 5pm to midnight.

In response to the proposed changes, approximately 800 people from various temperance groups convened at the Ministry of Public Health to voice their opposition. Somsak Thepsutin, Deputy Prime Minister and committee chair, assured these groups that there would be no hasty decisions made on changing the policy.

Extended alcohol sales

 

Photo courtesy of MGR Online

The challenge facing authorities involves balancing the demands of tourism with local priorities while also addressing issues related to alcohol consumption. Thailand grapples with a high number of road accidents, with many attributed to drunk driving, as seen in incidents like the hit-and-run on Rama 4 Road where a traffic officer lost their life.

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-02-20

 

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The same arguments were put forward when the UK licensing laws were discussed, many years ago. For a few months it was like a free for all, but people realised being able to get a drink 24/7 relieved the pressure. Pubs used to open all day and all night for a while, then they got themselves organised on a rotation system. The 'R White's' system was also out the window and although there are still DUI cases, it is not so prevalent because of the penalties involved. 

13 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Have you considered talking to a professional about this.

They are called doctors, and you can find many of them in hospitals. 

 

Well I never. Whatever next?

On 2/18/2024 at 1:07 PM, G_Money said:

Kicking myself in the nuts would be my choice.

Only cause you can't reach!🫣

I believe the S-I-L has things the wrong way round. I have very recently had a kidney specialist tell me not to eat red meat, but Fish and Chicken were OK. Also to drink plenty of water as this helps to flush the kidneys.

22 hours ago, BangkokHank said:

It must be a good feeling to know everything. I envy you.

Are you sure he isn't teen?😀

2 hours ago, findlay13 said:

sounds like more brown envelopes to be passed around

They won't be for donations that's for sure.

14 minutes ago, pomchop said:

pic has been around for years and is a fake photo shopped pic

Looks good though, don't it😃

1 hour ago, klauskunkel said:

Just wondering...

 A Tad under whelming. Klaus. Try this one.. 

Is there a law against riding unicycles on Thai roads? I am not sure, but I believe these guys were, as stated, in the wrong lane.

I would also argue the point of the 'right lane is reserved for vehicles traveling at high speed'. As to the 10,000B fine? Well over the top, or is it because they are foreigners!?

BUT. As we all know the rules are made up to fit the case in question!

You can't do that there here!!!

7 hours ago, scottiejohn said:

Please provide  credible links/sources to the above!

 

PS; Where do you buy the tinfoil for your hat?

" credible links/sources", would be very difficult to come by, as governments have ways and means of hiding what they don't want people to know. On the other hand, look at the number of elderly who were discharges from hospitals into old peoples homes. How many of them are known to have died? It was into the thousands. 

Try 'Clip Grab'. Downloads video and music so you can store it wherever and listen at leisure.

13 hours ago, Grumpy one said:

Or a well placed OO gauge shot gun cartridge fired under his chin  

Drastic but very effective.

A digital wallet would obviously require a phone. If the object of this wallet is to help the poor, where do they get their phone? Or perhaps the phone belongs to a third person, which would be very dubious for the correct person the wallet was provided to?