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Which movies you never get tired about?
The Dirty Dozen (1967). I’ve watched that flick like 467 times since way back in ’72. Straight fire, for real. The cast is top-notch, action’s non-stop, and that finale? When they light up that chateau full of Nazis? Gives me chills every time. Might just have to run it back and watch it again, ya feel me? 😉 -
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Yes, Virginia, Donald J. Trump WILL be the first convicted felon to become U.S. president
Trump is having his celebt I have no doubt they are planning something to prevent Trump's inauguration. Jamie Raskin has been talking about using the 14th Amendment but it won’t work. For some strange reason I cannot fully fathom, Trump is having is having his celebration party on the 19th January, the day before the inauguration. -
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Trump Reiterates Warning to Hamas on Hostage Release
And we know that the majority of the civilians in Gaza support Hamas. Israel should deport them all to Jordan' where they originated, and annex Gaza. You cannot reason with those inbred savages. -
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Visa Reforms Boost Thai Tourism, Chinese Visitors Surge 26%
File photo courtesy: Kasikorn Research Center Thailand's tourism industry has remarkably rebounded, bolstered by easing visa regulations and targeted policies to attract Chinese travellers, marking a significant step towards recovering its pre-pandemic vibrancy. Last year, the country welcomed approximately 35.5 million tourists, a notable rise from 28.2 million in 2023. This surge, catalysed by visa waivers for Chinese visitors, significantly contributed to the economy, generating about 1.67 trillion Thai Baht (around £38 billion), reflecting a 34% increase in revenue compared to the previous year. While these figures didn't quite meet the Ministry of Tourism and Sports' target of 36.7 million tourists, they closely matched the Bank of Thailand's expectations of 36 million arrivals. This upswing is a promising indicator as Thailand inches closer to its 2019 peak when it hosted nearly 40 million tourists who injected around £48 billion into the nation’s coffers. The Thai government remains optimistic, projecting a record-breaking 40 million arrivals in the current year. Key strategies include relaxing visa regulations for various countries, extending stay durations, and leveraging cultural touchstone - such as the eagerly anticipated third season of "The White Lotus," which will highlight Thailand's luxury hotels. Furthermore, the recent legalisation of same-sex marriage adds Thailand to a shortlist of welcoming destinations for LGBTQ travellers, potentially attracting a diverse and inclusive audience. Recovering from its pandemic-induced slump, China has reclaimed its position as the leading source of tourists to Thailand. Last year, 6.7 million Chinese visitors made their way to the Land of Smiles, marking a 60% return to their pre-pandemic high of 11.1 million in 2019. Other significant visitor groups hailed from Malaysia and India, each contributing robustly to the tourism mix. Spearheaded by former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, initiatives like the complimentary visa programme for Chinese and Indian tourists were crucial in driving the tourism spike. Moreover, visitors from Europe, India, and Russia have already surpassed pre-COVID levels, according to official data sources. Despite the impressive recovery, the World Bank cautions that while tourist numbers might surpass pre-pandemic figures by 2025, the spend per tourist remains less than before. This suggests potential areas for growth within the sector, where the focus could shift towards not only increasing the number of visitors but also enhancing their spending experiences. As Thailand embraces this revival, both the private and public sectors will need to collaborate closely to sustain this momentum, ensuring that the tourism industry continues to be a vital pillar of the Thai economy, reported South China Morning Post. -- 2025-01-07 -
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Revenue Department boss calls on tax residents in Thailand to file 2024 returns by March 31
Yes, it's those posters that cannot face the truth -
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Yes, Virginia, Donald J. Trump WILL be the first convicted felon to become U.S. president
You got that right. Karma works in mysterious ways. -
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Ruble trouble: Russian tourist robbed and roughed up in Phuket
Skips fighting Ukrainians only to end up fighting fellow Russians in Thailand 😄 -
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Make Stupidity Embarassing Again! Is that even possible in today's shameless world?
It is hard to make stupidity embarrassing again when the people that ask these questions are careful to word everything they say like they are the smart ones. Everybody else is stupid. There are a few posters here who virtually everything they post implies they are brighter than everybody else. Until those kind of people have their come to Jesus moment with reality stupidity will always prevail.
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