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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Reportedly Considering Resignation
He doesn't want the job as Governor? -
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Fire Destroys Pet Store in Mae Sai: Losses Estimated at Over 5 Million Baht
Picture and video from responders. A devastating fire engulfed Ploy Pla Tu & Pet Mart, a large-scale pet food and supply store in Mae Sai, Chiang Rai, on the evening of 6 January. The blaze caused extensive damage, including the deaths of numerous animals and an estimated financial loss of at least 5 million baht. The fire broke out at approximately 21:00, prompting police from Mae Sai Police Station to coordinate with local firefighting units. Fire engines from Mae Sai Subdistrict Municipality, Mae Sai Mitraphap Municipality, and Wiang Phang Kham Municipality, 15 in total, rushed to the scene. Rescue organisations, including the Siam Ruamjai Foundation and Piyamit Mae Sai Relief Society, also assisted in containing the fire. The fire rapidly consumed the store, located in Moo 6, Ban Pa Yang, Mae Sai subdistrict, due to the large quantities of combustible pet supplies stored within. Firefighters battled the flames for over two hours before successfully preventing the blaze from spreading to neighbouring buildings. Initial inspections revealed significant damage to the building’s structure and the destruction of a wide range of pet products. Tragically, numerous animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, turtles, and fish, perished in the fire. Only a handful of animals were rescued before the flames intensified. The store’s owner, Mrs. Ratree, was visibly distraught as she watched the tragedy unfold. Overcome with grief for the animals trapped inside, she expressed her deep sorrow for the loss. Preliminary investigations suggest that an electrical short circuit may have caused the fire. However, forensic experts will conduct a detailed investigation to confirm the exact cause. This is not the first disaster to strike Ploy Pla Tu & Pet Mart. The store suffered heavy losses during last year’s severe flooding in Mae Sai, which caused significant damage to its stock of pet food and live animals. The owners had only recently restocked and resumed operations before this fire destroyed the business once again. Authorities are continuing their investigation, while the community has expressed sympathy for the store’s losses and the plight of the animals. -- 2025-01-07 ScreenRecording_01-07-2025 05-39-41_1.mp4 -
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Congratulations Canada = Buh Bye Trudeau
Yep, although Starmer is a trickier prospect. He is one slippery robot and just does not care. Go Elon! -
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Koh Phangan Boat Operators Demand Mid-Journey Payments From Tourists
Ahhh so you are only referring to cheaper modes of transportation not Ferries, Busses, Planes or Trains OK ..............😎 -
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How are agents dealing with the bank account requirements for a retirement extension ?
Just get the year extension and a reentry permit 1000 baht -
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Male-Female Relationships in Thailand: More Transactional, Less Traditional?
In many Western relationships, I believe that expectations tend to be rooted more in notions of romance, intimacy, and equality than in Asia. And in Thailand, male-female relationships often take on a more transactional nature. Essentially, there is an unspoken agreement I've noticed where, while a Thai woman may expect more financial support from her partner, she often offers a different kind of flexibility in return. One of the key aspects that stands out to me is the level of freedom a Western man may feel he has in a relationship with a Thai woman versus a Western woman. Thus, Western men in Thailand often find themselves in a situation where their partner is much more accepting of certain behaviors that would be unacceptable or frowned upon in more traditional Western relationships. A Thai wife might tolerate the occasional drunken binge, the wandering eye, or even the open agreement that the man can partake in a bit of infidelity. It’s not about keeping tabs or setting rigid rules, instead she accepts that he needs his space and doesn’t push for anything too serious or restrictive. This arrangement is, of course, different from what many Western men are used to. Thai women aren’t necessarily seeking to control or micromanage their partners. Instead, they seem to offer a more relaxed and laid-back approach. The idea is that they give their partner the freedom to be more of themselves, with less nagging that often characterizes the relationships back home. This flexibility could be one of the major reasons why so many Western men praise Thai women, especially when it comes to relationships and even marriage. But there could be more to the story than that. Although, Thai women may not expect the same emotional intimacy or exclusivity, they may still demand something else in return. That’s where the transactional side comes into play. They might not expect lavish spending, but there’s often an expectation of consistent financial support, especially when it comes to daily living, providing a nice home to live in, and helping out her family. But most of all, without the expectation that the Thai woman must also work. These things are something that Western men may be more than willing to give to a Thai woman than to a Western woman in exchange for the sense of freedom and ease that comes with being in a relationship with a Thai woman. It’s also worth noting that many Western men in Thailand seem to accept this arrangement because they feel like they’re getting more of what they really want from thar relationship, being that added freedom and flexibility, rather than the traditional intimacy or emotional connection that Western relationships so often emphasize. So, when Western men talk about how wonderful Thai women are as wives, they’re really often talking about the things that the Thai women don’t do rather than what they do do. The men value the space, the lack of constant scrutiny, and the freedom to be themselves without the pressure to conform to traditional expectations of marriage and relationships. In the end, it’s a different kind of dynamic, one that prioritizes freedom over intimacy. Thai women offer an understanding of their partner’s needs, but at the same time, there’s an underlying expectation that support will always solidly be there, often in a financial sense. It’s not a perfect system, and it may not work for everyone, but it’s a reality for many Western men who find themselves drawn to relationships in Thailand. So when a Western man praises his Thai wife for being so wonderful, it could simply be because of the more flexible relational aspects, which differ a lot to those in the West. -
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Ruble trouble: Russian tourist robbed and roughed up in Phuket
And this was at 3:21 AM. Story sounds totally legit! We all run to open the door if someone knocks on it at 3:21 AM.
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