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14 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said:

What are all those police officer doing in normal times?

Shaking down honest businesses.

"Birthing person". Translation: Mom. ????

On 11/9/2022 at 9:35 AM, lujanit said:

Well Thaksin would know all about corruption.  He fled the country to evade justice after conviction on corruption charges.

He messed up big time with the rice-pledging scheme. But let's remember he was the first democratically elected prime minister of Thailand to serve a full term and was re-elected in 2005 by an overwhelming majority.

He was good for business and the economy, whatever his foibles.

I doubt the massive scale of corruption of the present (and unelected) junta "government" of this country will ever come to light. They are holding a gun to the head of the media, and silencing dissent by any means necessary.

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parents of a graffiti artist are suing the government over their sons death who had been graffiti spray painting trains at night when he was struck

That is so sad..  ????

Nobody mentioned the work "Triad" here yet?

The BP version of this story yesterday states that the heads of the 5 major Chinese Triad gangs have only just been declared persona non grata here. Wonder how long they've been operating beforehand.?

1 hour ago, thaibeachlovers said:

We know more now than at any time in human history yet: ( assume everything listed is my opinion )

children are consumed by social media and fads

humans are more unhealthy ( rampant obesity )

sport is more observed than participated in

wars continue unabated- the UN is useless

greed is the primary motivation

overpopulation is destroying the environment

bad drugs are causing havoc ( alcohol, tobacco, cocaine etc )

the forces of law and order are losing the battle

education for many is a bad joke

bad manners are endemic

crime is out of control.

killing unborn children is seen as a right and no longer as a last resort for unviable foetuses, maternal health, rape and incest.

children are raised by strangers more than by a parent.

 

Things that used to be affordable for most are no longer:

accomodation- when people have to live in cars, society is shameful

health care

dentistry

 

That is the vision of chaos and decay broadcasted 24/7 by our beloved mainstream media, anyway.

It's calculated to create anxiety and despair among the general population. "Ordo Ab Chao" or 'order from chaos' is how we are divided and ruled using this technique. Create the problem, then the solution.

I'm surprised that Pro-Celebrity Boxing never really took off, tbh.

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decided not to renew the license of the Child Protection Foundation, after its secretary-general was charged with assault and illegal use of child labour.

Hate to sound cynical, but maybe those charges are the reason this "foundation" was started in the first place?

17 hours ago, Mac Mickmanus said:

It would be better to ask the person as to why they giggled , how would you expect other people to know why a certain person giggled about something ?

Could have been just a titter. Or even a minor chortle.

1 hour ago, richard_smith237 said:

 

 

 

Pitbulls bred for prey drive and aggression. Its ok discuss ‘breeding’ and ‘purpose’ when discussing other breeds, so why is it not OK to discuss breeding with Pitbulls ???

 

Does the Pit Bull community think their breed should be treated like every other large breed when the breed is not the same ?

 

Just like a Jack Russel is not a spaniel and is more likely to bite, a Pitbull is not like a golden retriever, its more like a Jack Russel on steroids

 

Yes, agree. Pitbulls are indeed marketed here in Thailand (on FB and other outlets) on their strength and aggression, to a certain 'proxy-toughguy' mentality buyer base.

^Yep, seems to be a more 'upcountry' phenomenon with the noise pollution thing.

Living in a busy area of Rayong, it's at least quiet of a night time and I usually get a decent night's sleep before work in the morning, same as most of the neighbours, I guess.

If you live upcountry, I doubt there is much you can do to prevent noise. Even industrial ear-plugs don't muffle the bass 'kick' from those huge speakers. Maybe get in some power-naps or "siestas" like the locals during day time?

"Fa-losty da sanow man" sang by chipmunks on helium will be pumping out at 140dB from most Thai shopping malls within a few weeks. Hurrah!

On 11/1/2022 at 3:44 PM, it is what it is said:

 

why would anyone pay for sex?

Age old question..

If you want a proper job, get a professional in.. ????

Are the recent hold-ups and long queues in any way due to increased security for the APEC meetings?

On 10/30/2022 at 1:16 PM, Boomer6969 said:

Yep, the whole Koh Chang experience is being destroyed by Bangkokians who drive for a one night trip, just to take a couple of selfies on white sand beach and/or inaugurate their red plates. While this could easily fixed if people weren't allowed to take their cars to the island for shorter stays.

The queues are always bad at "long weekend" national holidays, and actual weekends starting on Fridays.

I've never had any problems when avoiding these time frames.

On 10/28/2022 at 1:37 PM, djayz said:

Anybody who gambles 3 days straight needs more than just help from the police. 

Yep, heck of a winning streak. ????

4 hours ago, JonnyF said:

The guy on the left looks like he's about to unveil his elaborate plan for the tortuous death of Mizter Bond.

Not now, Kato!!!

Last 20 years? -Personally speaking, I grew up a bit, got married, finally became a father in my 40's. Still working at the company I started here, nearly 30 years ago. Drink a lot less than I used to do, and exercise a lot more.

I go back to the UK at least once a year to visit family and friends, and see a lot of change. Mostly not for the better, imo.

Still, it does give me a better perspective of life here in Thailand, and reduces any mountains back into molehills on an annual basis.