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Turkish Traveller Overwhelmed by Thai Kindness After Struggling to Hitchhike to Chiang Mai
Pictures courtesy of Matichon. A Turkish traveller has vowed to share the generosity of the Thai people with the world after spending six hours attempting to hitchhike to Chiang Mai, only to be met with an outpouring of support from locals. The story went viral after a Facebook user, Louis De La Maison, posted about a foreign backpacker attempting to hitch a ride from Phahonyothin Road in Rangsit. The post, which included a photograph of the traveller, read: “I found this adventurous YouTuber from Turkey trying to hitchhike to Chiang Mai. He has been standing here since morning. If anyone is heading north, perhaps they could give him a lift, even if just part of the way.” Many online commentators expressed concerns over the feasibility of hitchhiking in modern Thailand, with some reminiscing that such a journey might have been possible 50 years ago. Others suggested alternative transport options, including finding a ride with vegetable trucks departing from Si Mum Mueang Market or Talaad Thai. Some users noted that they had seen the traveller waiting for hours under the scorching sun. On 22 February, reporters visited the location in question, Phahonyothin Road, opposite Future Park Rangsit in Pathum Thani’s Thanyaburi district. Ronnarong Phetcharoen, 46, who originally shared the post, recounted that he had first spotted the foreigner with a large backpack around 10. The man was making hitchhiking gestures, and by 13:00, he was still in the same spot with no luck. “My colleagues and I started wondering what he was doing there. We realised he was probably in need of help,” Ronnarong said. After seeing the traveller still waiting by mid-afternoon, Ronnarong approached him with a bottle of water. “He told me his name was Deniz, and he was from Turkey. He was trying to get to Chiang Mai but had been unsuccessful in getting a ride.” Despite several more hours passing, Deniz remained in the same spot. Eventually, a well-wisher wrote a sign in Thai stating, ‘Looking for a ride to Chiang Mai,’ in the hope that drivers might respond better to a written request. The story gained further attention when a local news page, ‘Rangsit Community News,’ shared the post online. As a result, several concerned residents began coordinating efforts to assist Deniz. Fearing for his safety in the heat, they sought alternative solutions. Kanokpol Kaewwichit, 34, another good Samaritan, recalled seeing Deniz making hitchhiking gestures for over five hours. “When I found out he was a YouTuber documenting his travels, I decided to print out a sign in Thai to help him.” Kanokpol later posted about the situation, hoping that someone would come forward to offer assistance. Eventually, a group of kind-hearted individuals, including an administrator from the news page known as ‘Rose,’ arranged transport for Deniz. Before his departure, locals treated him to a meal of traditional Thai noodles and gave him a brief tour of the area, including the Rangsit City Shrine. The bus ticket to Chiang Mai was paid for by Rose, who dismissed concerns about whether Deniz could afford his journey. “No one should judge others based on their financial situation,” she said. “He’s here to learn about Thai culture, and we should extend our hospitality.” Upon safely arriving in Chiang Mai, Deniz took to social media to express his heartfelt appreciation: “Hello everyone, first of all, I want to thank everyone who helped and supported me. I waited for about six hours to hitch a ride, and the people here were so kind to assist me. One man even brought me water, while another wrote my destination on a sign. In the end, someone picked me up, treated me to delicious Thai food, and bought me a bus ticket. I will never forget your kindness.” Deniz, who has travelled to 25 countries, described himself as an adventurer rather than a conventional tourist. “I don’t come to places just for fun or partying. I want to learn about cultures and meet new people. My journey through Asia started in Sri Lanka, followed by India and Nepal. Now, I am discovering the richness of Thai culture.” A content creator, Deniz also runs a YouTube channel documenting his travels. He promised to share his experience of Thai generosity with the world. “Thailand is a beautiful country, and the people are incredibly kind. I will tell everyone about the help I received here.” -- 2025-02-23 -
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Immigration Biometric System Fails to Record Data for 17 Million Travelers
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Should European leaders confront Trump and tell him what they think about him?
You mean GDP per capita. The reason is obviously the incorporation of former Warsaw Pact countries, increasing the popuation, but not adding to the GDP. The same effect would be seen if the US solved its immigration crisis by declaring Mexico and the rest of Central as America, GDP would rise a bit, but GDP per capita would fall. But that doesn't mean an American in, say, Rhode Island, is suddenly earning less, and an Honduran peasant farmer is suddenly feeling like a Gringo. But it would be a crude measure, because stuff in Honduras would still be cheaper than in Rhode Island. There was a time when one could take a Ryan Air flight to Talin, and have a really cheap weekend; cheap beer, cheap food, lovely sights. Not now. EU membership has benefited these states. All the Polish plumbers went home, and Poland is doing very well now. So, you need to express GDP per capita PPP. And if you started breaking it down by EU member state, you really need to also break down US numbers by State. In the EU and US, there are states where GDP per capita are very high, and low. €125,043 in Luxembourg , 2024 €15,773 in Bulgaria, 2024 $117,332 nominal GDP per capita in New York , 2024 $53,061 nominal GDP per capita in Mississippi, 2024 Luxembourg is a really expensive place to be, so everyone nips over the border to Germany for a cheap beer. Bulgaria offers pretty good cheap skiing and beach holidays. Its all knock off gear on the slopes, full of poor Bulgarians enjoying a snowboarding holiday on their Chinese boards. Thing is, I lived in the US. Yeah, property is expensive in New York. I have some of my reports in New York on a wage that in UK terms seems pretty decent. But I know they can hardly scrape the money for a rabbit hutch apartment, like the reality of living in London for most people. From living in Alabama (which in GDP per capita is not much better than Mississippi)). Yeah, it seemed you could get a lot of house for your bob there, but a can of coke was the same as New York, so was a burger. Some people did seem to live in abject poverty. And I read now its not uncommon for people to sleep in cars in the US.. On the flipside, my cinoany has operations in India. My opposite number over there has a wise old head. Yeah, his salary is less than mine. But he has a swish apartment, with a brand new marble bathroom. a couple of maids, a driver, plus a substantial country pile. He lives a good life. I am sure most here are attracted to Thailand because you can live a good life very cheaply, some might even say its a better quality of life from where they are from. So when it comes down to the individual fellow in the street, and how they feel, its complex. My junior Indian employees naturTin the media. But then I point out that in India, I can get a very decent beer for 50 rupees, a lovely meal for 200, and in fact Westerners are looking to retire to live in Asia. Different countries have different priorities in life. Americans like having 2 zillion TV channels, and take out food all the time. Me. I'm happy with 4 channels and a good homecooked meal with no bleached chicken. Yes, I pay a lot more for fuel, but I am less panc'd than my US colleagues when there are changes in gas price (actually the duty on fuel somewhat cushions fluctautions). I run a V8 Jag and MX5 in the UK, and a 10 year old Fiesta and brand new CX3 in Thailand. I have a $700,000 house when old friends of mine in Missouri, with, on paper (US Army Colonel, University Professor), a higher income than me, struggle with a $400k house. Its a nice house mind. Their other outgoings seem higher, despite hunting all of their meat. And probably those dirt poor Bulgarians, when not on the ski slopes or on a Black Sea beach, are tucking into Gyuvech or Shopska Salad. Their car will be crap though, like a 10 year old Mercedes or BMW, with leather. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 23 February 2025
Bomb Attack at Convenience Store in Bannang Sata, Yala Leaves 11 Injured, One Dead A bomb attack at a convenience store in Bannang Sata, Yala, has left 11 people injured and one civilian dead, just ahead of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s scheduled visit to Thailand’s three southernmost provinces. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352609-bomb-attack-at-convenience-store-in-bannang-sata-yala-leaves-11-injured-one-dead/ -
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Bomb Attack at Convenience Store in Bannang Sata, Yala Leaves 11 Injured, One Dead
Picture from responders. A bomb attack at a convenience store in Bannang Sata, Yala, has left 11 people injured and one civilian dead, just ahead of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s scheduled visit to Thailand’s three southernmost provinces. At approximately 20:20 on 22 February, Police Lieutenant Colonel Worawit Na Nakhon, an investigator from Bannang Sata Police Station, received reports of an explosion at a convenience store in Bannang Sata district, Yala province. The attack occurred around 300 metres from the 301st Military Unit’s operational base, near Wat Neranchara. Preliminary reports confirm that 11 people sustained injuries, including seven security personnel and four civilians. Additionally, several civilian vehicles were damaged in the blast. Injured Security Personnel: Sergeant Major Teppitak Wisut Police Corporal Amnat Omanee Sergeant Major Kanisorn Suwannarat Police Lieutenant Anan Suwannachatri Sergeant Major Sahaphap Kerdthip Police Corporal Thanakrit Limcharoentham Sergeant Major Prasit Suntornkit Casualties and Injured Civilians: Fatality: Ibrahim Nimi (civilian) Injured Civilians were named as: Intanon Baruda, Lukman Marano, Nisima Nima, and Tipkesorn Bangoisana All injured victims were transported to Bannang Sata Hospital for medical treatment. This incident follows another disruption on 21 February in Cho Airong district, Narathiwat province, where six young men on motorcycles threw firecrackers at the base of a village sign. Their actions startled Buddhist monks and special forces soldiers stationed nearby before they fled the scene. Upon investigation, authorities determined that the perpetrators had bundled firecrackers with black electrical tape to create an explosion-like effect. The attack in Yala comes just before former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is scheduled to visit the three southern border provinces, Narathiwat, Pattani, and Yala, in his capacity as an adviser to the ASEAN chairman. He will be accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Justice Minister Police Colonel Thawisodsong. Authorities are currently investigating the incident to determine the perpetrators and their motives, while security measures in the region have been heightened in preparation for the high-profile visit. -- 2025-02-23
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