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Biden unveils plan for Supreme Court changes
Sounds reasonable. Perhaps modify it to say you can serve until term limit, but if your term includes your 65th or 70th birthday, you cannot seek re-election or any election after that. -
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Has anyone experienced H Pylori?
Been around, seen a lot, understand more, listen a lot, maybe wiser? -
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Trump's pick of JD Vance a hopefully fatal mistake for his maga fascist movement
Where's the sincere apology for lying to the forum members? "Were" isn't "are," as you were lying. "Were" is irrelevant. And, again, Trump has specifically denied the leftist lies about Project 2025 and himself. What he avows is try to implement the 2024 Republican Party platform, of which you and our other little leftists are ignorant. And you made that up. Oh, this gonna happen, that gonna happen. Orange man bad! Get over your T.D.S. and you'll be much happier and stop wasting your and others' time here repeating lies from MSNBC and The View. -
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Thai Language Seen as Vital National Symbol, Survey Shows
According to my Thai Wife the majority of Thai's only use about half or less of the Language. She used to say even Yingluck couldn't speak Thai properly ! -
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MFP to lift the curtain: Bangkok gym gear scandal in the spotlight
corruption in gym equipment procurement is common in the country -
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[QUIZ]20th Century US History Quiz
I just completed this quiz. My Score 20/100 My Time 100 seconds -
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Thailand PM's Future Hangs in Balance Over Cabinet Appointment
Thaksin will not want to lose his puppet just now as his daughter with the Thaksin superior DNA is no way ready to take over. -
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Pheu Thai confident digital wallet bill will pass final House readings
This is dead PM anutin will kill it along with the BJT Senate. -
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BYD Seal tips, tricks and help
"Seal won't start!! Battery dead (small battery), what should I do?" sorry, the video is in thai, but i'm sure you'll the picture ... -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 30 July 2024
Thailand anticipates record 2.2 million Russian tourists in 2024 by Bob Scott Picture courtesy of Travel and Leisure Thailand’s tourism sector is set to witness a surge in Russian travellers, with projections indicating a record 2.2 million arrivals next year, buoyed by a new 60-day visa-free scheme. However, a shortage of aircraft in Russian airlines poses a challenge, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1334134-thailand-anticipates-record-22-million-russian-tourists-in-2024/- 1
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Thailand anticipates record 2.2 million Russian tourists in 2024
Picture courtesy of Travel and Leisure Thailand’s tourism sector is set to witness a surge in Russian travellers, with projections indicating a record 2.2 million arrivals next year, buoyed by a new 60-day visa-free scheme. However, a shortage of aircraft in Russian airlines poses a challenge, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). In 2025, TAT aims for a 7.5% increase in revenue, targeting 39 million foreign tourists and 205 million domestic trips. Siripakorn Cheawsamoot, TAT Deputy Governor for Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas, stated that the estimate of 2.2 million Russian tourists for next year is based on the expected growth rate observed in 2024, which should elevate the market to 1.9-2 million visitors. This year’s achievements are predicted to surpass the figures from both 2019 and 2023, each of which saw 1.48 million Russian tourists. In the first half of the year alone, 920,989 Russian tourists visited Thailand, making them the fifth largest group of foreign arrivals, Siripakorn said. “Based on the first quarter report, their expenditure per trip tallied around 62,000 baht.” For 2024, the Russian market is expected to generate 124 billion baht in revenue for Thailand’s tourism industry. Tourism operators Aeroflot and S7, two major Russian flag carriers, currently operate over 40 flights per week to Bangkok and Phuket. The Thai tourism authority is in ongoing discussions with airlines and tourism operators to boost both scheduled and chartered flights in the final quarter to meet the peak season demand from Russian tourists. Despite Thai Airways expressing interest in resuming flights to Russia, there is no concrete plan in place yet, Siripakorn added. Khanittha Phanworawat, Director of TAT’s Moscow office, highlighted that the aircraft shortage among commercial and chartered airlines remains a significant hurdle, exacerbated by the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This situation prevents airlines from leasing new aircraft. “The majority of 61 long-range aircraft among all operators in Russia have been allocated to domestic routes and other rising destinations such as China, Vietnam, and India.” To address these challenges, TAT plans to promote extended-stay travel packages for Russian tourists, combining cultural and historical tours with wellness activities and beach destinations to increase their length of stay. Another issue is the ban on accepting Russian credit cards in Thailand, which discourages spending. Consequently, many Russian tourists opt for inclusive tour packages that cover all expenses, including transport, accommodation, and food. However, more operators in major Thai cities are now offering currency exchange services for rubles, and some Russian visitors are choosing to register new debit cards in other countries that can be used in Thailand. Thailand’s efforts to accommodate and attract more Russian tourists signal a strategic move to boost the tourism industry, despite the logistical and financial challenges posed by current geopolitical tensions, reported Bangkok Post. by Bob Scott Picture courtesy of Travel and Leisure Source: The Thaiger 2024-07-30 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe -
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Thai gov. to tax (remitted) income from abroad for tax residents starting 2024 - Part II
There is no issue as long as there is no individual audit to be seen and reported. IMO all relevant tax discussions should only focus on how/when TRD plans to enforce their statements, collect money and address penalties. Everything else is pure speculation and scaremongering. -
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Biden unveils plan for Supreme Court changes
you should need to be no more than 60 the day you seek office or appointment. After that you can not qualify again. You can serve your term but only if your 60th birthday is before being elected, appointed or re-elected. -
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Thailand PM's Future Hangs in Balance Over Cabinet Appointment
Most of the time they DON'T Rule in favor of the government they rule in favor of the military rich elite. This is going to be the way to quasi military rule where the people that were no elected will take back control -
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Kamala Harris trolls Trump as he backs out of debate
Trump debated better and smarter opponents than Kamala in 2016, 2020, and 2024. She has done nothing since her national embarrassment in the Democratic primaries of 2020. The idea that she is somehow a master debater is laughable, and there is no evidence whatsoever to support it. Just the fever dreams of Trump haters who are eager to see anyone challenge him. Look at it this way. Assume that the Democrats had an actual democratic process to pick their candidate. All the main players were invited to debate- Harris, Newsome, Shapiro, Whitmer, etc. How do you think she would do?
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