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Trump Harris: Who won the debate ?
So unfair. Trump allies, by contrast, felt it was unfair the two ABC News anchors were permitted to fact check Trump, believing the former president was debating “three on one” – something Trump himself stated on Truth Social after the debate. Since when were you not allowed to tell barefaced lies......what is the world coming to? -
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Big Buddha boss charged with illegal land grab in landslide scandal
Suporn Wanichkul, the chairperson of the Phra Phuttha Ming Mongol Sattha 45 Foundation, which oversees Phuket’s iconic Big Buddha, has landed in hot water. Accused of illegal forest encroachment, Suporn now faces serious charges connected to the deadly landslide that rocked the region last month. Suporn was formally charged yesterday, September 11, at Karon Police Station by Police Lieutenant Colonel Ekkasak Kwanwan. The charge, which extends to the foundation itself, involves illegal clearing, construction, and occupation of protected forest land. Both Suporn and the foundation are accused of operating without permission, causing a ripple of local outrage following the catastrophic landslide on August 23. The landslide, which tragically claimed 19 lives, injured 19 others, and destroyed over 50 homes, has been linked to alleged illegal construction at the Big Buddha viewpoint. Locals pointed the finger at Suporn’s foundation, claiming the unapproved work destabilised the area, leading to the disaster. The Royal Forest Department (RFD) launched a full-scale investigation into the allegations, seizing over 5 rai of land that had been illegally expanded upon. Suporn, however, denies all charges personally and on behalf of the foundation, reported Phuket News. RFD Deputy Director-General Bannaruk Sermthong stated that if the foundation is found guilty of illegal encroachment, all unauthorised structures at the site will be demolished. ORIGINAL STORY: Land encroachment scandal rocks Phuket Big Buddha The Phuket Big Buddha Foundation is in hot water after the Forest Department accused its chairman of land encroachment. This follows a catastrophic mudslide that claimed 13 lives, predominantly Myanmar nationals, last week at Khao Nak Kerd, Phuket’s tallest peak. Officials from the Forest Department, along with the Phuket Buddhism Office, police, and local officials, carried out a rigorous inspection of the Big Buddha site and its surroundings yesterday, August 27. Their goal was to verify whether the entire compound adhered to the 2.4-hectare land limit stipulated by the Forest Department. Armed with GPS technology, the team uncovered a troubling discrepancy: the entire compound sprawled across approximately 3.2 hectares, exceeding the allowed area. This surplus land was used for additional parking, restrooms, and other facilities. Officials suspect that this alleged encroachment and unauthorised construction may have exacerbated the recent mudslide, triggered by heavy rains. The Big Buddha, an iconic 45-metre tall statue clad in Burmese white marble, is a significant landmark on the island. However, this controversy threatens to tarnish its revered status. The Forest Department’s complaint now puts the spotlight on the foundation’s chairman, raising questions about regulatory compliance and the broader impact on the local environment, reported Thai PBS World. by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Phuket News Source: The Thaiger -- 2024-09-12 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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Don’t kill the golden goose! Tax reforms may drive away expats
Off-topic: Well, you are bringing money into Thailand to spend in Thailand. Good for Thailand, right? Why does the Thai govt. want to skim the money you are going to spend in Thailand? Me "may luchak" seriously. Thai companies are [suppose] paying their income and VAT taxes from the money they got from you, aren't they? Like you come to Dept. Store and there's fat guy at the doors asking you to pay "income to the Store" fee. Oy, maybe they don't get those taxes from thais at all? Like that noodle shop owner at China Town who owns nice house [rather castle] at Kamphen Phet but pays only 7.000/month ? -
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Norwegian Expat Injured by Automatic Door in Bangkok, Seeks Compensation
So Just What have YOU Reported ?? YOU Are a CLOWN...... -
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Thai supermarket Big C to launch four new branches
Maybe true, but people go to Big C to buy stuff. They go to the malls to hang out, wander around, drink coffee, gawk at the cuties, and eat. And for the free A/C. Unless the malls have a Gourmet Market in the basement, you still have to go somewhere else to buy groceries. I usually leave the malls carrying nothing, even if I did have coffee and eat. I can't remember ever leaving a Big C without a couple of bags. -
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Quality sofa in Bangkok, maybe built in Bangkok - where to get one?
They are busy, and I understand why they're so busy, as they make very high quality products at fair prices, so be persistent, it's worth it. -
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Norwegian Expat Injured by Automatic Door in Bangkok, Seeks Compensation
I Think YOU Need to Spell too, My Name is NOT Basil FAWLTY !!!!!............Stupid Boy,How Old are You ?? -
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Thai supermarket Big C to launch four new branches
The 2 big brewers don't want competition, especially from better products, not in 7/11's either. -
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Norwegian Expat Injured by Automatic Door in Bangkok, Seeks Compensation
Reported.....enjoy your break. -
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Trump Harris: Who won the debate ?
They did not. Why is everything always rigged and bias with you lot. Cry babies- 1
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Norwegian Expat Injured by Automatic Door in Bangkok, Seeks Compensation
My Answer to YOU Is BELOW...... -
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Kamala Harris Highlights Her Gun Ownership in Debate with Trump
Yes I do think it's only fair that the media fact check them both and I've seen a lot of that. One thing I do find amusing in reflection, was how easy Harris was able to bait Trump, especially with the comment about the crowd sizes at his rallies. He literally grabbed that bait like a comic book character, or a circus clown, and ran with it as if he were obeying her command to go completely off script. That was fun to watch. I think that's part of what makes him so dangerous as a president, is that he's so easy to manipulate, his ego is so fragile, and he's so thin-skinned, it makes him very easy to control. If you simply appeal to his sense of vanity he loves you. If you insult him he hates you. I have encountered cardboard boxes that are infinitely more complicated than this man. -
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Are YOU a social media 'voyeur'? People who browse but never like or comment are at risk of a serious mental health condition
I have noticed that Thai people give every post on their FB timeline a like, without even reading it. They just scroll and give likes. Who do you think has mental issues? -
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Trump Harris: Who won the debate ?
Same advice as I gave to your friend Suzy: Read and think before posting. Saves you a lot embarrassments
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