Phuket's Bangla street touts warned: 'Hands oMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amPHUKET: Patong Police have warned touts plying Phuket's renowned Soi Bangla that they are not to touch tourists whilst soliciting."And they are not to drink alcohol while they are working," said Patong Police Deputy Superintendent Akanit Danpitaksat.
Thailand's national ID database crash attribuMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amPHUKET: The system crash of Thailand's Department of Provincial Administration central database in Bangkok, affecting Phuket and the rest of the country yesterday and this morning, has been attributed to a "server problem".Phuket City Municipality was informed yesterday by the Region 8 Bureau of Registration Administration in Surat Thani of the problem, saying that some of the database system's services were temporarily unavailable.
Phuket hotel receptionist denies raping touriMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amPHUKET: The Phuket resort receptionist charged with raping a German tourist has denied the police allegation, saying the incident was of "mutual consent".Sakchai Thongseedam, a reception staffer at the Centara Karon Resort Phuket, was charged by Chalong Police after a German woman in her 20s staying at the resort filed a complaint yesterday.
Phuket takes drug war to the coffee shopMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amPHUKET: In a marked departure from the usual line in tackling drugs on the island, Phuket Vice Governor Chamroen Tipayapongtada yesterday took time out to sit down with local village leaders and discuss the drug problem over a cup of coffee.Joined by Col Jirasak Siemsak of Cherng Talay Police Station and Cherng Talay Tambon Administration Organization (OrBorTor) Vice President Siri Yokthong, Vice Governor Chamroen sat down at a coffee shop in Bang Tao, on Phuket's west coast, with local village headman, an imam and government officers in the area.
Phuket's Bangla street touts warned: 'Hands oMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPHUKET: Patong Police have warned touts plying Phuket's renowned Soi Bangla that they are not to touch tourists whilst soliciting."And they are not to drink alcohol while they are working," said Patong Police Deputy Superintendent Akanit Danpitaksat.
Thailand's national ID database crash attribuMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPHUKET: The system crash of Thailand's Department of Provincial Administration central database in Bangkok, affecting Phuket and the rest of the country yesterday and this morning, has been attributed to a "server problem".Phuket City Municipality was informed yesterday by the Region 8 Bureau of Registration Administration in Surat Thani of the problem, saying that some of the database system's services were temporarily unavailable.
Phuket hotel receptionist denies raping touriMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPHUKET: The Phuket resort receptionist charged with raping a German tourist has denied the police allegation, saying the incident was of "mutual consent".Sakchai Thongseedam, a reception staffer at the Centara Karon Resort Phuket, was charged by Chalong Police after a German woman in her 20s staying at the resort filed a complaint yesterday.
Phuket takes drug war to the coffee shopMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPHUKET: In a marked departure from the usual line in tackling drugs on the island, Phuket Vice Governor Chamroen Tipayapongtada yesterday took time out to sit down with local village leaders and discuss the drug problem over a cup of coffee.Joined by Col Jirasak Siemsak of Cherng Talay Police Station and Cherng Talay Tambon Administration Organization (OrBorTor) Vice President Siri Yokthong, Vice Governor Chamroen sat down at a coffee shop in Bang Tao, on Phuket's west coast, with local village headman, an imam and government officers in the area.
Phuket readies for Phuket Games 2012May 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPHUKET: Phuket Vice Governor Sommai Prijasilpa today opened a "coordination center" to act as an information kiosk and souvenir shop for the Thailand National Youth Games 2012, dubbed the "Phuket Games 2012".An estimated 14,000 athletes, fans, spectators, supporters and coaching staff expected to arrive in Phuket during the coming week for the event, which will run from May 26 to June 5.
Phuket tourists left to save themselves from May 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPHUKET: Beach vendors have expressed their fears that it is only a matter of time before someone drowns at Phuket's popular Nai Harn Beach, as distressed tourists are seen daily in the strong surf."Since April, Thais and foreigners who regularly hang out at Nai Harn Beach, such as surfers, have often had to go out and save people who are in trouble and waving their arms for help," beach vendor Song "Dui" Sa-ingtong told the Phuket Gazette.
Phuket's Bangla street touts warned: 'Hands oMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPHUKET: Patong Police have warned touts plying Phuket's renowned Soi Bangla that they are not to touch tourists whilst soliciting."And they are not to drink alcohol while they are working," said Patong Police Deputy Superintendent Akanit Danpitaksat.
Thailand's national ID database crash attribuMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPHUKET: The system crash of Thailand's Department of Provincial Administration central database in Bangkok, affecting Phuket and the rest of the country yesterday and this morning, has been attributed to a "server problem".Phuket City Municipality was informed yesterday by the Region 8 Bureau of Registration Administration in Surat Thani of the problem, saying that some of the database system's services were temporarily unavailable.
Phuket hotel receptionist denies raping touriMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPHUKET: The Phuket resort receptionist charged with raping a German tourist has denied the police allegation, saying the incident was of "mutual consent".Sakchai Thongseedam, a reception staffer at the Centara Karon Resort Phuket, was charged by Chalong Police after a German woman in her 20s staying at the resort filed a complaint yesterday.
Phuket takes drug war to the coffee shopMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPHUKET: In a marked departure from the usual line in tackling drugs on the island, Phuket Vice Governor Chamroen Tipayapongtada yesterday took time out to sit down with local village leaders and discuss the drug problem over a cup of coffee.Joined by Col Jirasak Siemsak of Cherng Talay Police Station and Cherng Talay Tambon Administration Organization (OrBorTor) Vice President Siri Yokthong, Vice Governor Chamroen sat down at a coffee shop in Bang Tao, on Phuket's west coast, with local village headman, an imam and government officers in the area.
Phuket readies for Phuket Games 2012May 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPHUKET: Phuket Vice Governor Sommai Prijasilpa today opened a "coordination center" to act as an information kiosk and souvenir shop for the Thailand National Youth Games 2012, dubbed the "Phuket Games 2012".An estimated 14,000 athletes, fans, spectators, supporters and coaching staff expected to arrive in Phuket during the coming week for the event, which will run from May 26 to June 5.
Phuket tourists left to save themselves from May 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPHUKET: Beach vendors have expressed their fears that it is only a matter of time before someone drowns at Phuket's popular Nai Harn Beach, as distressed tourists are seen daily in the strong surf."Since April, Thais and foreigners who regularly hang out at Nai Harn Beach, such as surfers, have often had to go out and save people who are in trouble and waving their arms for help," beach vendor Song "Dui" Sa-ingtong told the Phuket Gazette.
Two accidents on Thepkrasattri Road as bad weMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPHUKET: Although the adverse weather is not thought to have directly caused either accident, it may well have been a factor in at least one of the two accidents that occurred along Phuket's notorious Thepkrasattri Road yesterday.The first incident, shortly after midnight, involved a modified Isuzu D-Max pickup which struck an electricity pole on Thepkrasattri Road in the vicinity of the Tesco Lotus shopping center in Thalang.
Heavy rains prompt Phuket flood, landslide waMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPHUKET: While the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) today upgraded its "heavy rain warning" for Phuket and the Andaman coast to a flood caution, the Phuket provincial office of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM-Phuket) has issued a flood warning for risk areas across the island"We sent the warning letter to every local administration yesterday, warning of possible flooding and landslides on the island," DDPM-Phuket chief San Jantharawong told the Phuket Gazette this morning."If they need any help from us [DDPM-Phuket] they will be able to call," he added.
PHUKET GEM HEIST UPDATE: Turk to face drug chMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPHUKET: The Turkish national who was arrested in connection with the 30-million-baht gem and jewelry heist in Phuket on Monday will face drug possession charges before being handed over to the Phuket Police to face charges related to the gem heist.Phuket Provincial Police Commander Chonasit Wattanavrangkul told the Phuket Gazette that Riza Balkan, 49, was found in possession of ya ice (crystal methamphetamine) when searched by Trang Police on Monday.
Phuket lifeguards likely back on duty 'by MonMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmPHUKET: The Phuket Lifeguard Club has submitted an offer to restore lifeguard services at Phuket's key tourist beaches, an offer that is likely to be agreed to by Monday, the Phuket Gazette has learned.The news comes after two rounds of offers by the Phuket Provincial Administration Organization (OrBorJor) to receive applications to provide the services.
Late Italian journalist's case will go to couMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amPolice revealed yesterday that the case of the Italian journalist, who was killed in the government crackdown on red shirts in 2010, would be heard.
Kittiratt seeks nod to cool palm-oil pricesMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amDeputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Kittiratt Na-Ranong will propose to the Cabinet on May 20 a package to solve the problem of rising cooking.
Destroy GMO-tainted papaya crops, researcher May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amAcademics yesterday called on the Agriculture Department to destroy farms growing Hawaiian papaya in Kanchanaburi province after a recent study found that these crops might.
Dispute over red-shirt pavilion fire continueMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amThe dispute over who burned down the red-shirt movement's pavilion continues, with the Democrat Party insisting that the red shirts set it on fire themselves.
Ministry to up number of elderly dental clubsMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amThe Public Health Ministry plans to add another 250 new elderly dental clubs to the already existing 1,728 clubs, so old people can access dental.
Only 1 enrolment round at popular schools: SuMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amEducation Minister Suchart Tadathamrongvej insisted yesterday that popular schools must offer only one round of enrolment, after a parent network and representatives of students sought.
Genetically modified papaya found in KanchanaMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amHawaiian genetically modified papayas have been found at a farmer's plantation in Kanchanaburi province, a study revealed yesterday.
Focus on real work experienceMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amNation U chief says English and internships will be key features for its students.
Late Italian journalist's case will go to couMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPolice revealed yesterday that the case of the Italian journalist, who was killed in the government crackdown on red shirts in 2010, would be heard.
Kittiratt seeks nod to cool palm-oil pricesMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amDeputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Kittiratt Na-Ranong will propose to the Cabinet on May 20 a package to solve the problem of rising cooking.
Destroy GMO-tainted papaya crops, researcher May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amAcademics yesterday called on the Agriculture Department to destroy farms growing Hawaiian papaya in Kanchanaburi province after a recent study found that these crops might.
Dispute over red-shirt pavilion fire continueMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amThe dispute over who burned down the red-shirt movement's pavilion continues, with the Democrat Party insisting that the red shirts set it on fire themselves.
Ministry to up number of elderly dental clubsMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amThe Public Health Ministry plans to add another 250 new elderly dental clubs to the already existing 1,728 clubs, so old people can access dental.
Only 1 enrolment round at popular schools: SuMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amEducation Minister Suchart Tadathamrongvej insisted yesterday that popular schools must offer only one round of enrolment, after a parent network and representatives of students sought.
Genetically modified papaya found in KanchanaMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amHawaiian genetically modified papayas have been found at a farmer's plantation in Kanchanaburi province, a study revealed yesterday.
Focus on real work experienceMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amNation U chief says English and internships will be key features for its students.
The DroneMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 am? It?s difficult to convey a nameless feeling that encroaches with time, one that shadows the furthering of one?s understanding of their place in a culture alien to the one they left behind. This difficulty is deeply accentuated when little is written on the subject and the subject itself is taboo to approach.
Photo Series: SAVANNAKHET, LAOSMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Related Posts No related posts were found, so here's a consolation prize: Photo: PHANOM RUNG V. .
OfficersMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pm? Please note, for the sake of the privacy of all people involved and my own personal safety, I have omitted names and cities and will not respond to any emails inquiring about either. ? My dealings with the police in Thailand have been as varied and seemingly random as most other things here, which [.
MBSB Interview: Chicky Net Creator Berthe ManMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm? Chicky Net is the only expat women?s online community in Thailand. With over 2,000 members, Chicky Net is a valuable resource for women living and staying in The Land of Smiles.
Visa Runs In Thailand And Why I Now Fear ThemMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 am? ? The stress, frustration and rage that I felt this passing week in regards to my upcoming visa run to the Cambodian border exasperates me. I?m confused by my response to it.
On Chicky NetApr 30, 2012 | 4:30 am? Hey MBSB readers! ? I was recently interviewed for Chicky Net, a social network for expat women living in Thailand. ? If you want to check the interview, you may do so here.
Muay Thai Fight: KAYASITH CHUWATTANA VS PETAKApr 28, 2012 | 4:30 am? ? Kayasith Chuwattana (RED) 119lbs vs Petake Look Bor. Gor (BLUE) 119lbs Rajadamnern Stadium, October 1, 2009 ? ? Related Posts Muay Thai Fight: JOMTHONG CHUWATTANA, RAJADAMNERN STADIUM, JUNE 1, 2009 KAYASITH CHUWATTANA VS PETMAHACHON KIATSORRANAN ? Rajadamnern Stadium April 2, 2009 CHUWATTANA GYM FIGHTS 2009 ? 2010 .
Photo Series: SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION, THE PHIApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pm? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Related Posts Photo Series: San Juan, La Union, The Philippines PHOTOGRAPHER DIEGO VIRATA?S VISION OF URBIZTONDO BEACH, SAN JUAN, LA UNION, THE PHILIPPINES Hotel Review: LOLA NANNY?S, SAN JUAN, LA UNION, THE PHILIPPINES .
A Taste Of Cookie: HOW I OVERDOSED IN A FILIApr 21, 2012 | 3:00 pm? ? ? Written on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 ? ? This happened yesterday. The effects of my sickness have yet to wear off.
Where To Eat In San Juan, La Union: ANGEL ANDApr 16, 2012 | 12:30 am? Opposite the Sebay Resort and resting on the McArthur Highway in the Urbiztondo beach stretch lies Angel and Marie?s Surfer?s Retreat; a warmly lit, engaging restaurant owned by an equally warm and engaging couple. ? ? ? ? The menu is varied, the food is fresh and if you?re in search of large portions [.
The DroneMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 am? It?s difficult to convey a nameless feeling that encroaches with time, one that shadows the furthering of one?s understanding of their place in a culture alien to the one they left behind. This difficulty is deeply accentuated when little is written on the subject and the subject itself is taboo to approach.
Photo Series: SAVANNAKHET, LAOSMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Related Posts No related posts were found, so here's a consolation prize: Photo: PHANOM RUNG V. .
OfficersMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pm? Please note, for the sake of the privacy of all people involved and my own personal safety, I have omitted names and cities and will not respond to any emails inquiring about either. ? My dealings with the police in Thailand have been as varied and seemingly random as most other things here, which [.
MBSB Interview: Chicky Net Creator Berthe ManMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm? Chicky Net is the only expat women?s online community in Thailand. With over 2,000 members, Chicky Net is a valuable resource for women living and staying in The Land of Smiles.
Visa Runs In Thailand And Why I Now Fear ThemMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 am? ? The stress, frustration and rage that I felt this passing week in regards to my upcoming visa run to the Cambodian border exasperates me. I?m confused by my response to it.
On Chicky NetApr 30, 2012 | 4:30 am? Hey MBSB readers! ? I was recently interviewed for Chicky Net, a social network for expat women living in Thailand. ? If you want to check the interview, you may do so here.
Muay Thai Fight: KAYASITH CHUWATTANA VS PETAKApr 28, 2012 | 4:30 am? ? Kayasith Chuwattana (RED) 119lbs vs Petake Look Bor. Gor (BLUE) 119lbs Rajadamnern Stadium, October 1, 2009 ? ? Related Posts Muay Thai Fight: JOMTHONG CHUWATTANA, RAJADAMNERN STADIUM, JUNE 1, 2009 KAYASITH CHUWATTANA VS PETMAHACHON KIATSORRANAN ? Rajadamnern Stadium April 2, 2009 CHUWATTANA GYM FIGHTS 2009 ? 2010 .
Photo Series: SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION, THE PHIApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pm? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Related Posts Photo Series: San Juan, La Union, The Philippines PHOTOGRAPHER DIEGO VIRATA?S VISION OF URBIZTONDO BEACH, SAN JUAN, LA UNION, THE PHILIPPINES Hotel Review: LOLA NANNY?S, SAN JUAN, LA UNION, THE PHILIPPINES .
A Taste Of Cookie: HOW I OVERDOSED IN A FILIApr 21, 2012 | 3:00 pm? ? ? Written on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 ? ? This happened yesterday. The effects of my sickness have yet to wear off.
Where To Eat In San Juan, La Union: ANGEL ANDApr 16, 2012 | 12:30 am? Opposite the Sebay Resort and resting on the McArthur Highway in the Urbiztondo beach stretch lies Angel and Marie?s Surfer?s Retreat; a warmly lit, engaging restaurant owned by an equally warm and engaging couple. ? ? ? ? The menu is varied, the food is fresh and if you?re in search of large portions [.
Apple no longer censoring the word 'jailbreakMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amYesterday a bit of a hullabaloo was started when it was discovered that Apple was censoring the word ?jailbreak? in the U.S.
Wake up to the sound of tweets in the morningMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amIf you fancy waking up to the sound of the world in 140 characters? Then you will be delighted to know that there?s a way to translate tweets into sound.
Freshdesk launches Future Fund to help startuMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amFreshdesk, the online help desk service is providing a boost for startups with the launch of its Future Fund.?The initiative will provide 501 new companies with $10m worth of Freshdesk's.
UK indie publishers Faber and Canongate to laMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amUK independent book publishers?Canongate and Faber & Faber are launching a new audiobook venture together. As The Bookseller reports, Canongate will manage the sales and production side of the new.
Rovio to launch racing-themed 'Angry Birds HeMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amRovio might be looking beyond Angry Birds with the announcement of its new ?Amazing Alex? franchise but the company is set to launch a new bird-smashing racing-themed webgame called ?Angry.
China's Tencent focuses on mobile, ecommerce May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amChinese Internet company Tencent has announced a corporate restructuring move that will see it focus on developing its social network services, mobile offering and overseas presence through dedicated business units.
Facebook's pre-IPO hackathon kicks off with aMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amFacebook revealed that it is seeing in its impending IPO with one final hackathon as a private company, and things are already under way at Menlo Park. The listing is.
Samsung Galaxy S III pre-orders reach 9 milliMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amThe Samsung Galaxy S III was unveiled in London at the beginning of this month but, just two weeks later, the?long-awaited device is reported to have racked up 9 million.
Streaming service Spuul brings Bollywood to tMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amFans of Bollywood and other Indian films have a new option for watching movies on the go after streaming service?Spuul?launched an iOS app, bringing its catalogue of content from the.
Apple no longer censoring the word 'jailbreakMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amYesterday a bit of a hullabaloo was started when it was discovered that Apple was censoring the word ?jailbreak? in the U.S.
Wake up to the sound of tweets in the morningMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amIf you fancy waking up to the sound of the world in 140 characters? Then you will be delighted to know that there?s a way to translate tweets into sound.
Freshdesk launches Future Fund to help startuMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amFreshdesk, the online help desk service is providing a boost for startups with the launch of its Future Fund.?The initiative will provide 501 new companies with $10m worth of Freshdesk's.
UK indie publishers Faber and Canongate to laMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amUK independent book publishers?Canongate and Faber & Faber are launching a new audiobook venture together. As The Bookseller reports, Canongate will manage the sales and production side of the new.
Rovio to launch racing-themed 'Angry Birds HeMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amRovio might be looking beyond Angry Birds with the announcement of its new ?Amazing Alex? franchise but the company is set to launch a new bird-smashing racing-themed webgame called ?Angry.
China's Tencent focuses on mobile, ecommerce May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amChinese Internet company Tencent has announced a corporate restructuring move that will see it focus on developing its social network services, mobile offering and overseas presence through dedicated business units.
Facebook's pre-IPO hackathon kicks off with aMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amFacebook revealed that it is seeing in its impending IPO with one final hackathon as a private company, and things are already under way at Menlo Park. The listing is.
Samsung Galaxy S III pre-orders reach 9 milliMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amThe Samsung Galaxy S III was unveiled in London at the beginning of this month but, just two weeks later, the?long-awaited device is reported to have racked up 9 million.
Streaming service Spuul brings Bollywood to tMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amFans of Bollywood and other Indian films have a new option for watching movies on the go after streaming service?Spuul?launched an iOS app, bringing its catalogue of content from the.
Another Thai Food that Causes Bad Breath: CriFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmPrepare: 500 g. dried squids cut it into a bite size (size of the squid is at your satisfaction), Click on the link to see photo.
Wrapping Banana Leaf Lesson 1: Triangle ShapeFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pm? Most people have difficulty wrapping the banana leaves for 2 reasons; 1. The banana leaves the got were too brittle, so? it leaks after to wrapped it into triangle shape.
Thai Food Recipe: Khanom Jeen (Fish Curry witFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmPrepare Paste Ingredients: 1/2 cup Shallot 1/2 cup ?Garlic 1/2 cup ?Galingale 1/2 cup ?Kaffir lime skin 1/2 cup ?Big and dried red chili 1/2 cup ?lemongrass Curry Ingredients: 2 cups Thick coconut milk or regular 250ml coconut milk 1 cup fish (throw out bones and skin) 1 cup meat balls (made of fish) 1 [.
Thai Food Dessert: Luuk Chuup! (Thai Mung BeaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmPrepare: 300-500g steamed mung bean (Soak mung bean in the water for 3 hours or over a night first and steam) 1/2 cup palm sugar 250 ml scent of candle coconut milk Gelatin: 2 tbsp. gelatin powder 3 cups water 3 tbsp.
Spider Web Sandwich!Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmNo! it is not made of spider webs or my husband?s white hair!!!! (Dear Vern, my beloved husband, I am just kidding here) hehe. It is my midnight meal tonight and the sandwich filling is dried shredded pork.
Thai Food Recipe: Pad Cha! with Pla Muek (StiFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmAnother recipe you will find in every Thai restaurant I bet but what they have there in vary from seafood mix Phad Cha or just salt water fish or even a type of clams. If you like Pad Ga Prao, you may also like this food too.
Another Thai Food that Causes Bad Breath: CriFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmPrepare: 500 g. dried squids cut it into a bite size (size of the squid is at your satisfaction), Click on the link to see photo.
Wrapping Banana Leaf Lesson 1: Triangle ShapeFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pm? Most people have difficulty wrapping the banana leaves for 2 reasons; 1. The banana leaves the got were too brittle, so? it leaks after to wrapped it into triangle shape.
Thai Food Recipe: Khanom Jeen (Fish Curry witFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmPrepare Paste Ingredients: 1/2 cup Shallot 1/2 cup ?Garlic 1/2 cup ?Galingale 1/2 cup ?Kaffir lime skin 1/2 cup ?Big and dried red chili 1/2 cup ?lemongrass Curry Ingredients: 2 cups Thick coconut milk or regular 250ml coconut milk 1 cup fish (throw out bones and skin) 1 cup meat balls (made of fish) 1 [.
Thai Food Dessert: Luuk Chuup! (Thai Mung BeaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmPrepare: 300-500g steamed mung bean (Soak mung bean in the water for 3 hours or over a night first and steam) 1/2 cup palm sugar 250 ml scent of candle coconut milk Gelatin: 2 tbsp. gelatin powder 3 cups water 3 tbsp.
Spider Web Sandwich!Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmNo! it is not made of spider webs or my husband?s white hair!!!! (Dear Vern, my beloved husband, I am just kidding here) hehe. It is my midnight meal tonight and the sandwich filling is dried shredded pork.
Now Available: Prasit Patana Public Company LMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amThe services offered by the company include various medical services in the areas of personal care and diagnostics.
Indian philanthropist commits another US$1 miMay 16, 2012 | 3:31 pmR ajashree Birla, of the Aditya Birla Group, has committed an additional US$1 million to The Rotary Foundation for polio eradication efforts.A Birla, of Mumbai, announced the donation on 8 May at the Arch C.
Wyndham Rewards Adds Dream, Night and TRYP byMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmDigital Editions Front Desk Inside AH&LA Governmental Affairs Cover Story Special Reports Design & Construction Food & Beverage Technology Marketing Operations Finance Human Resources PARSIPPANY, N.J.
Photos: 30 crazy, artistic airliner paint jobMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmA FedEx Boeing 777 aircraft taxis on the runway carrying two giant pandas bound for France at Chengdu airport on January 15, 2012.
TRC Construction Public Company Limited (TRC)May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThe company provides construction and engineering services. The company is engaged in construction of natural gas pipelines, gas metering skids, crude oil pipelines, tanks repairs and maintenance.
The Jungle Now Has A Twin Sister!May 17, 2012 | 4:00 amYes folks, Milo our marvellous magically mysterious webmaster has done it and there are now two BangkokJungles: one for the musos in Bangkok (.com) - and one for those just passing through (www.
Tokyo Joe's Other Side of The CoinMay 12, 2012 | 10:00 pmThe man and the money behind the latest incarnation of TJ?s responds to Big Jeff?s goodbye. ?Dear all Thanks Jeff for the update of Tokyo Joe?s history.
Funk on 8 - Det 5 Jive!May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmFunk Fanatics,?SUPABAD, the 11-piece James Brown tribute band, will be playing one of their final concerts in Bangkok (before disbanding) at Det 5 tomorrow evening (12/05), commencing at 21:00.?For those of you who missed it, they played their first gig at Det 5 on March 24th this year and, in approximately 60 minutes, completely?changed the [.
Tokyo Joe's Inside StoryMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmFormer manager and the man behind the bar?s singular reputation as a full on blues destination ? Jeff Thomsen ? had this to say about the end of his relationship with the blues bar?s latest and final incarnation: ?Dear Friends, Fans and Aficionados, Tokyo Joe?s ? past, present and done.?The original Tokyo Joe?s was founded [.
Eric Blaszczak Guitars...May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmHe is obsessed with building the finest electric guitars, the best since Leo Fender et al kicked off way back before even I was a pup. Eric will build you the best guitar you ever could need and he ain?t gonna break your bank either?and he?s passionate, nay obsessed with quality and tone and perfection [.
Tomcat Colvin: Blues Back Big Time in TokyoMay 3, 2012 | 7:30 amIn Tokyo these days, you can probably go jamming every single night of the month if you want to. Over the last decade, bars hosting blues jams have mushroomed, perhaps because they have found it a good way to attract more customers in this bad economy.
Blues in BangkokMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmBlues at the very heart of Bangkok at Nothing But The Blues Bar on Thong Lor Soi 13. Catch a great slideman and singer and his band right under your nose.
Music In May...May 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmTaras Bulba The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra featuring cellist Tomas Strasil performs Edward Elgar's Cello Concerto and Leos Janacek's iconic rhapsody, Taras Bulba. For tickets, call 02-800-2525.
The Jungle Now Has A Twin Sister!May 17, 2012 | 4:00 amYes folks, Milo our marvellous magically mysterious webmaster has done it and there are now two BangkokJungles: one for the musos in Bangkok (.com) - and one for those just passing through (www.
Tokyo Joe's Other Side of The CoinMay 12, 2012 | 10:00 pmThe man and the money behind the latest incarnation of TJ?s responds to Big Jeff?s goodbye. ?Dear all Thanks Jeff for the update of Tokyo Joe?s history.
Funk on 8 - Det 5 Jive!May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmFunk Fanatics,?SUPABAD, the 11-piece James Brown tribute band, will be playing one of their final concerts in Bangkok (before disbanding) at Det 5 tomorrow evening (12/05), commencing at 21:00.?For those of you who missed it, they played their first gig at Det 5 on March 24th this year and, in approximately 60 minutes, completely?changed the [.
Tokyo Joe's Inside StoryMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmFormer manager and the man behind the bar?s singular reputation as a full on blues destination ? Jeff Thomsen ? had this to say about the end of his relationship with the blues bar?s latest and final incarnation: ?Dear Friends, Fans and Aficionados, Tokyo Joe?s ? past, present and done.?The original Tokyo Joe?s was founded [.
Eric Blaszczak Guitars...May 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmHe is obsessed with building the finest electric guitars, the best since Leo Fender et al kicked off way back before even I was a pup. Eric will build you the best guitar you ever could need and he ain?t gonna break your bank either?and he?s passionate, nay obsessed with quality and tone and perfection [.
Tomcat Colvin: Blues Back Big Time in TokyoMay 3, 2012 | 7:30 amIn Tokyo these days, you can probably go jamming every single night of the month if you want to. Over the last decade, bars hosting blues jams have mushroomed, perhaps because they have found it a good way to attract more customers in this bad economy.
Blues in BangkokMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmBlues at the very heart of Bangkok at Nothing But The Blues Bar on Thong Lor Soi 13. Catch a great slideman and singer and his band right under your nose.
Music In May...May 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmTaras Bulba The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra featuring cellist Tomas Strasil performs Edward Elgar's Cello Concerto and Leos Janacek's iconic rhapsody, Taras Bulba. For tickets, call 02-800-2525.
Phuket Tourist Drowns at Karon: No LifeguardsMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amLatest A tragedy has marred the prolonged absence of lifeguards from Phuket's beaches with the drowning of a French tourist at Karon beach.
Laguna Phuket Gets Set For 25th Birthday PartMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amLatest Laguna Phuket is set to celebrate its 25th birthday but first there's the not insignificant matter of another 42.6 kilometres to cover with a worthy target at the finish line.
Yingluck to Visit Australia; TAT 'Discovers tMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amPhuket News UPDATE Donna Summer dead at 63; Thailand strong for tourism pull; Mexican brothers to be hanged for drugs; Red shirt row over pavilion fire; White Americans outnumbered; Phuket events.
Phuket Resort Receptionist Raped Me, Says YouMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amLatest A young German tourist plans to go to court to pursue her allegation that a receptionist at a four-star resort on Phuket's west coast raped her in a next-door room.
Phuket Gems Gang Member Confesses to Bangkok May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amLatest Phuket and Trang police have formed a task force to capture a gems heist ''mastermind'' as one gang member confessed to a Bangkok raid and sales of the proceeds in Malaysia.
New Patong Police Chief Says Bangla Touts WilMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amLatest The new colonel in charge of overseeing Patong, the west coast tourist hub of Phuket, has told 104 entertainment business owners that he intends to strictly control street touts.
Phuket Lifeguards Still Battling For Phuket BMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amLatest Phuket's lifeguards, missing from the island's best-known holiday beaches for six weeks, are still talking to authorities about possibly returning next week.
Weather Alert: Phuket Boats Warned to Avoid May 17, 2012 | 4:00 amLatest The weather bureau is warning small boats not to put to sea with strong winds and gusts predicted between now and Monday.
Storms Warning; Hooker Killer Caught; Ring ofMay 17, 2012 | 4:00 amPhuket News Digest Storms sweep in; Honda Jazz hybrid coming; Huge headlights drugs haul; Solar eclipse this weekend; Hooker confesses to killing; North of Phuket for property; Phuket events.
Human Rights Watch Decries Killings Without JMay 16, 2012 | 12:00 amLatest Thailand has yet to see a single prosecution for the 2010 violence that carried negative images of the country around the world, says Human Rights Watch.
Things To Do in Udon Thani - Udorn Sunshine OMay 16, 2012 | 12:00 am? Udorn Sunshine Orchid Farm is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Udon Thani and is a place worthy of a visit for anyone with a passion for orchid flowers, and for those whose hobbies include photography of ? Continue reading ?.
Western Food in Thailand - Bar Burgers or BarMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amThis is one of my favourite pictures from the thousands I have taken in Thailand. Strange and rather ordinary you may think but let me explain.
Hotels in Udon Thani - The Ruysuk HotelApr 28, 2012 | 4:30 amThe Ruysuk Hotel was opened towards the end of last year (2011) and has already established itself as being one of the best value for money hotels in Udon Thani. A room for two with cable TV and?en suite bathroom ? Continue reading ?.
Silk Purses and Pigs Ears - Thailand's SupermApr 16, 2012 | 12:30 amSilk purses and pigs ears are the perfect way to describe the huge contrast between Thailand?s big supermarket chains and the Kingdom?s humble village shops.??Chalk and cheese would seem too simple a phrase to represent the dissimilarity between the two ? Continue reading ?.
Thai Ladyboys in Pattaya - Miss Tiffany's UniApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmBeyond The Mango Juice has enjoyed a lot of success over the past three years or so with occasional posts about Thai ladyboys and my top ten all time most hit posts currently includes three articles about Thailand?s third gender ? Continue reading ?.
From Bangkok to Udon Thani and a Tale of VeryApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmA video story on Bangkok Post?s online newspaper about Miss Teen Thailand 2011 caught my eye this week and reminded me of another article I?d been reading on forum site udonmap and their Udon Thani News section which focused on ? Continue reading ?.
Chern Chim - Quality Western Food in Udon ThaApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf you?re planning on becoming an expat in Udon Thani or have intentions of renting a house or apartment in the area for a long stay then Chern Chim is the place to go for quality western food. Chern Chim ? Continue reading ?.
Thai Village Life and the Eyes of MarchApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI was enjoying an afternoon drink at my local working men?s club here in the UK when it got to the time of day when I usually telephone Wonderful Wi. It was one in the afternoon UK time and seven ? Continue reading ?.
Best Bars in Udon Thani - Up2u BarMar 12, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe Up2u?bar in Udon Thani?has two very different neighbours on either side of its quaint and modest looking premises. A Thai massage parlour winks at passers-by on one side and Udon Thani?s Nutty Park lures punters with cold beers and ? Continue reading ?.
Things To Do in Udon Thani - Udorn Sunshine OMay 16, 2012 | 12:00 am? Udorn Sunshine Orchid Farm is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Udon Thani and is a place worthy of a visit for anyone with a passion for orchid flowers, and for those whose hobbies include photography of ? Continue reading ?.
Western Food in Thailand - Bar Burgers or BarMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amThis is one of my favourite pictures from the thousands I have taken in Thailand. Strange and rather ordinary you may think but let me explain.
Hotels in Udon Thani - The Ruysuk HotelApr 28, 2012 | 4:30 amThe Ruysuk Hotel was opened towards the end of last year (2011) and has already established itself as being one of the best value for money hotels in Udon Thani. A room for two with cable TV and?en suite bathroom ? Continue reading ?.
Silk Purses and Pigs Ears - Thailand's SupermApr 15, 2012 | 3:02 amSilk purses and pigs ears are the perfect way to describe the huge contrast between Thailand?s big supermarket chains and the Kingdom?s humble village shops.??Chalk and cheese would seem too simple a phrase to represent the dissimilarity between the two ? Continue reading ?.
Thai Ladyboys in Pattaya - Miss Tiffany's UniApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmBeyond The Mango Juice has enjoyed a lot of success over the past three years or so with occasional posts about Thai ladyboys and my top ten all time most hit posts currently includes three articles about Thailand?s third gender ? Continue reading ?.
From Bangkok to Udon Thani and a Tale of VeryApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmA video story on Bangkok Post?s online newspaper about Miss Teen Thailand 2011 caught my eye this week and reminded me of another article I?d been reading on forum site udonmap and their Udon Thani News section which focused on ? Continue reading ?.
Chern Chim - Quality Western Food in Udon ThaApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf you?re planning on becoming an expat in Udon Thani or have intentions of renting a house or apartment in the area for a long stay then Chern Chim is the place to go for quality western food. Chern Chim ? Continue reading ?.
Thai Village Life and the Eyes of MarchApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI was enjoying an afternoon drink at my local working men?s club here in the UK when it got to the time of day when I usually telephone Wonderful Wi. It was one in the afternoon UK time and seven ? Continue reading ?.
Best Bars in Udon Thani - Up2u BarMar 12, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe Up2u?bar in Udon Thani?has two very different neighbours on either side of its quaint and modest looking premises. A Thai massage parlour winks at passers-by on one side and Udon Thani?s Nutty Park lures punters with cold beers and ? Continue reading ?.
Phuket Webcam at Patong BeachMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThis Phuket Blog has been online now for 6 years. At about the same time I started the Phuket Weather Blog, which was born when I realised that a lot of people search online for weather information.
The Big Buddhas of PhuketMay 10, 2012 | 1:00 pmBuddhas? Surely there's only one "Big Buddha" in Phuket? The big white one on the hill? Yes, that's the one known as THE Big Buddha, and it certainly is impressive. We've been driving up that hill for 10 years since before construction began.
Nguan Choon Tong Herb Shop in Phuket TownApr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmThere's a place on Thalang Road in the heart of Old Phuket Town that always turns heads. If you walk past this place, you are bound to notice the smell.
Sikh Temple (Gurdwara) in Phuket TownApr 12, 2012 | 7:30 amPhuket, as I keep trying to say on this blog, has lots of history and culture, lots of festivals, a wide variety of people and religions, which is not surprising when you look on a map. Phuket is on the Andaman coast, would have made an ideal stopping off point on sea journeys with sheltered anchorages on the east coast, and then there was the tin mining boom and finally, in the last 30 years, the tourism explosion.
Green Forest RestaurantApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI first saw the Green Forest restaurant over a year ago, when we took a walk up Monkey Hill (Khao To Sae) which is the big hill on the north side of Phuket Town with all the TV and Radio aerials on it. The restaurant was brand new then, we went in for a drink only and decided to go back "some time".
Phuket Seashell MuseumApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI had a free day last weekend, with some vague plans to try some new places. After lunch at a restaurant on Monkey Hill in Phuket town, and a little walk in town visiting a Hindu temple and a Sikh temple, I drove down towards Rawai beach on a hot sunny afternoon.
Sa Nang Manora Forest Park, Phang NgaApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmOn our little exploratory drive around Phang Nga a couple of weeks ago, as well s visiting the very interesting Wat Thamtapan temple and eating good food with a great view at Tha Sai Seafood, we also stopped for a little walk at Sa Nang Manora Forest Park which had been recommended by friends. Since we were already in Phang Nga town checking out the temple, we thought "well, why not?" and headed out of town on the road north (which incidentally I'd like to follow further one day).
Thanoon SeafoodMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmWe had some holidays around the end of September and early October. It was the kids school holiday and also my parents were over from the UK.
Restaurant at Cape PhromthepMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmSo, hopefully most people know where Cape Phromthep is? Right at the south tip of Phuket on the west side, touted by many guidebooks and websites as the place to watch the sunset. We have been many times in the past for the sunset, for nice views, and I finally hiked down the path to the end of the cape earlier this year - first time I had done that after living here for more than 10 years! There is also a restaurant here.
Phuket Webcam at Patong BeachMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThis Phuket Blog has been online now for 6 years. At about the same time I started the Phuket Weather Blog, which was born when I realised that a lot of people search online for weather information.
The Big Buddhas of PhuketMay 10, 2012 | 1:00 pmBuddhas? Surely there's only one "Big Buddha" in Phuket? The big white one on the hill? Yes, that's the one known as THE Big Buddha, and it certainly is impressive. We've been driving up that hill for 10 years since before construction began.
Nguan Choon Tong Herb Shop in Phuket TownApr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmThere's a place on Thalang Road in the heart of Old Phuket Town that always turns heads. If you walk past this place, you are bound to notice the smell.
Sikh Temple (Gurdwara) in Phuket TownApr 12, 2012 | 7:30 amPhuket, as I keep trying to say on this blog, has lots of history and culture, lots of festivals, a wide variety of people and religions, which is not surprising when you look on a map. Phuket is on the Andaman coast, would have made an ideal stopping off point on sea journeys with sheltered anchorages on the east coast, and then there was the tin mining boom and finally, in the last 30 years, the tourism explosion.
Green Forest RestaurantApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI first saw the Green Forest restaurant over a year ago, when we took a walk up Monkey Hill (Khao To Sae) which is the big hill on the north side of Phuket Town with all the TV and Radio aerials on it. The restaurant was brand new then, we went in for a drink only and decided to go back "some time".
Phuket Seashell MuseumApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI had a free day last weekend, with some vague plans to try some new places. After lunch at a restaurant on Monkey Hill in Phuket town, and a little walk in town visiting a Hindu temple and a Sikh temple, I drove down towards Rawai beach on a hot sunny afternoon.
Sa Nang Manora Forest Park, Phang NgaApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmOn our little exploratory drive around Phang Nga a couple of weeks ago, as well s visiting the very interesting Wat Thamtapan temple and eating good food with a great view at Tha Sai Seafood, we also stopped for a little walk at Sa Nang Manora Forest Park which had been recommended by friends. Since we were already in Phang Nga town checking out the temple, we thought "well, why not?" and headed out of town on the road north (which incidentally I'd like to follow further one day).
Wat Thamtapan, Phang NgaMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmI know the blog is called "Jamie's Phuket" but the blog is not always limited to only things in Phuket province / on Phuket island. A day trip exploring in Phang Nga is easy enough.
Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2011 - Part 1Mar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmThe 2011 Phuket Vegetarian Festival is on now. The event started 26th September in the evening and continues until 6th October.
Street procession for the Birth and Death GodMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmOn the 3rd night of the Phuket Vegetarian Festival, our local shrine in Kathu village has a small street procession around the village which the schedules tell me is for "Propitiation of the Birth-Death Gods". The last few years I have heard long bursts of firecrackers on this 3rd night, and last year had a quick look to see what was going on.
FACTproposal: Common sense on l?se majestMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmTwelve lessons from Akong's death ? Public transparency, accountability, freedom of information are protected in Thai law, including some organic law attached to the Thai Constitution. However, in practice, these have simply been ignored at every level of Thai government.
Ah Kong is Dead,-PrachataiMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmLiberty is Less Swift than the God of Death Phiengkham Pradabkhwam Prachatai: May 14, 2012 http://www.prachatai3.
Event: L-M panel discussion, June 7May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm?Rhetoric and Dissent: Where to next for Thailand?s l?se majest? law?? Thursday, June 7, 2012 7:00pm until 10:00pm LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED https://www.facebook.
Unblocking The Pirate Bay-TorrentFreakMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmThe Hard Way Is Fun For Geeks enigmax TorrentFreak: May 6, 2012 http://torrentfreak.com/unblocking-the-pirate-bay-the-hard-way-is-fun-for-geeks-120506/ Now that The Pirate Bay is being blocked by ISPs in the UK, millions of people have a new interest in accessing the site, even if they didn't before.
Thai Army's plan to take power-Asia TimesMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm[FACT comments: Look, anybody is a FOOL who thinks we can trust Thai military. They've had it their way for decades and they have no intention of giving up control over a simple matter like public opinion.
US plan to nuke Mecca and Medina-WiredMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm[FACT comments: So, ya think the US is not the Evil Empire, Bunky? First we nuke Mecca and Medina, then they nuke the Vatican and Jerusalem.
Reconciliation body wants terror laws scrappeMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pm[CJ Hinke of FACT comments: The separation of powers is essential to a functioning democracy. When any branch assumes to act without the oversight of the other branches, the stage is set for corruption.
Thailand Golf GlovesMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmOne of the most important but overlooked pieces of golf equipment in Thailand is the glove. With hot and oftentimes sweaty tropical weather conditions the only thing stopping a golf club from flying out of a Thailand golfers hand is.
Hua Hin's Hidden Golf Gem: Kaeng Krachan CouMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmEveryone knows the best regarded Hua Hin golf courses are Banyan Golf Club and Black Mountain Golf Club. How about other Hua Hin golf courses for the more adventurous? Located an hour north and 40km inland from Hua Hin in.
How To Judge Green Speed Of Thailand Golf CouMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmRecently I have seen green speeds on Thailand golf courses run from a slow 7 on the stimpmeter at Majestic Creek Country Cub in Hua Hin to a speedy 10 at Red Mountain Golf Club in Phuket. At other times,.
The Best 18 Phuket Golf HolesApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pmGolfing in Phuket is great from May until July as the courses are not crowded, accommodations very reasonably priced, and the weather is generally overcast with little other than a late afternoon shower to cool things off. Therefore it is.
3-4-5 Star Hotel Or Villa For A Thailand GolfApr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmIt's not always easy to recommend the right accommodation for a golf holiday. For example, there are many excellent value-for-money hotels that can make a Thailand golf package very affordable.
My Thailand Short GameApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI was playing with friends last week at Royal Gems Golf City and they mentioned that my short game was pretty good. I was able to get up-and-down around 50% of the time, even on the sloped green on August.
Apr?s Golf Fine Dining in Hua HinApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmHere are a few fine dining do's and don'ts for Hua Hin golfers that were complied by long time area resident, gastronomical expert, and Swiss Amateur Golf Team captain Marco Scopetta. If you plan to spend few days golfing in.
Sea Pine Golf Course: Nice But Be Aware Of...Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe newest Hua Hin golf course is the Sea Pine Golf Course (also known as the Army Golf Club II). This golf course opened is the pride of the Royal Thai Army and much better than any Thai municpal course.
Santiburi Chiang Rai Country ClubMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmChiang Rai in far northern Thailand is a bit off the beaten path for most foreign tourists golfing in Thailand. However the Robert Trent Jones Jr.
Make More Short Putts In ThailandMar 7, 2012 | 12:00 pmTravelling half way around the world to golf in Thailand is an experience if a lifetime. However the last thing you want to do on a Thailand golf holiday is miss allot of short putts during your rounds.
Thailand Golf GlovesMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmOne of the most important but overlooked pieces of golf equipment in Thailand is the glove. With hot and oftentimes sweaty tropical weather conditions the only thing stopping a golf club from flying out of a Thailand golfers hand is.
Hua Hin's Hidden Golf Gem: Kaeng Krachan CouMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmEveryone knows the best regarded Hua Hin golf courses are Banyan Golf Club and Black Mountain Golf Club. How about other Hua Hin golf courses for the more adventurous? Located an hour north and 40km inland from Hua Hin in.
How To Judge Green Speed Of Thailand Golf CouMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmRecently I have seen green speeds on Thailand golf courses run from a slow 7 on the stimpmeter at Majestic Creek Country Cub in Hua Hin to a speedy 10 at Red Mountain Golf Club in Phuket. At other times,.
The Best 18 Phuket Golf HolesApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pmGolfing in Phuket is great from May until July as the courses are not crowded, accommodations very reasonably priced, and the weather is generally overcast with little other than a late afternoon shower to cool things off. Therefore it is.
3-4-5 Star Hotel Or Villa For A Thailand GolfApr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmIt's not always easy to recommend the right accommodation for a golf holiday. For example, there are many excellent value-for-money hotels that can make a Thailand golf package very affordable.
My Thailand Short GameApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI was playing with friends last week at Royal Gems Golf City and they mentioned that my short game was pretty good. I was able to get up-and-down around 50% of the time, even on the sloped green on August.
Apr?s Golf Fine Dining in Hua HinApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmHere are a few fine dining do's and don'ts for Hua Hin golfers that were complied by long time area resident, gastronomical expert, and Swiss Amateur Golf Team captain Marco Scopetta. If you plan to spend few days golfing in.
Sea Pine Golf Course: Nice But Be Aware Of...Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe newest Hua Hin golf course is the Sea Pine Golf Course (also known as the Army Golf Club II). This golf course opened is the pride of the Royal Thai Army and much better than any Thai municpal course.
Santiburi Chiang Rai Country ClubMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmChiang Rai in far northern Thailand is a bit off the beaten path for most foreign tourists golfing in Thailand. However the Robert Trent Jones Jr.
Make More Short Putts In ThailandMar 7, 2012 | 12:00 pmTravelling half way around the world to golf in Thailand is an experience if a lifetime. However the last thing you want to do on a Thailand golf holiday is miss allot of short putts during your rounds.
Please Vote: Top 100 Language Learning Blogs May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmPlease vote for the Top 100 Language Learning Blogs of 2012? Each year the Top 100 Language Learning international competition put on by bab.la and Lexiophiles has gradually gotten tougher.
Thai Chili Pepper Scale: A Spicy Secret to OrMay 10, 2012 | 5:00 amThai chili scale: A spicy secret to ordering Thai food? I've been eating Thai food for like a gazillion years now and while I can order ???????? /p?t-p?t/ just fine, what arrives is almost never "up to me". Tom Stephan has the same difficulties, only in a slightly different direction.
Thai Language School Review: UTL Unity Thai LMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmThai Language School Review: UTL Unity Thai Language School? Review: UTL Unity Thai Language School Website: utl-school.com Address: 18th floor Times Square Building, 246 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlongtoey, Khlongtoey, Bangkok Thailand 10110 Telephone Number: 02-653-1538 Email: info@utl-school.
Caf? D?c?: Talk ? Share ? LearnMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmCaf? D?c?: Talk ? Share ? Learn? There are several Thai-English social language exchange groups in Bangkok. Meetup?s Thailand Language/Culture Exchange is just one.
Review: GoldList Method for Long-term MemoryMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amReview: GoldList Method for Long-term Memory? Are you familiar with the GoldList Method? I wasn?t until Stuart emailed to ask if I?d heard about it. No.
Using the Assimil Method with Essential ThaiMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmAssimil Thai? In his post, How to use Assimil Courses, Josh at Language Geek shares Assimil?s (often) missing instructions. Now, I?m not here to sell you on Assimil Thai out-of-the-box.
Interview: Benjawan on VOAApr 30, 2012 | 4:30 amBenjawan on VOA? For all of you Thai-English English-Thai dictionary fans out there, Benjawan Poomsan Becker from Paiboon Publishing was interviewed on VOA last week. VOA 2012: ??????????? ??????? Becker???????????????????? Paiboon Publishing ???????????????????? ??????? ?????? Previous interviews: VOA 2011: ??????????? ??????? Becker ??????????????????????????????????????? VOA: ??????????? ??????? Becker???????????????????? Paiboon Publishing ???????????????????? ??????? ?????? Note: The audio [.
Thai Language School Review: Rak ThaiApr 24, 2012 | 5:30 pmThai Language School Review: Rak Thai? Review: RTL ? Rak Thai Language School Website: www.rtl-school.
Please Vote: Top 100 Language Learning Blogs May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmPlease vote for the Top 100 Language Learning Blogs of 2012? Each year the Top 100 Language Learning international competition put on by bab.la and Lexiophiles has gradually gotten tougher.
Thai Chili Pepper Scale: A Spicy Secret to OrMay 10, 2012 | 5:00 amThai chili scale: A spicy secret to ordering Thai food? I've been eating Thai food for like a gazillion years now and while I can order ???????? /p?t-p?t/ just fine, what arrives is almost never "up to me". Tom Stephan has the same difficulties, only in a slightly different direction.
Thai Language School Review: UTL Unity Thai LMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmThai Language School Review: UTL Unity Thai Language School? Review: UTL Unity Thai Language School Website: utl-school.com Address: 18th floor Times Square Building, 246 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlongtoey, Khlongtoey, Bangkok Thailand 10110 Telephone Number: 02-653-1538 Email: info@utl-school.
Caf? D?c?: Talk ? Share ? LearnMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmCaf? D?c?: Talk ? Share ? Learn? There are several Thai-English social language exchange groups in Bangkok. Meetup?s Thailand Language/Culture Exchange is just one.
Review: GoldList Method for Long-term MemoryMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amReview: GoldList Method for Long-term Memory? Are you familiar with the GoldList Method? I wasn?t until Stuart emailed to ask if I?d heard about it. No.
Using the Assimil Method with Essential ThaiMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmAssimil Thai? In his post, How to use Assimil Courses, Josh at Language Geek shares Assimil?s (often) missing instructions. Now, I?m not here to sell you on Assimil Thai out-of-the-box.
Interview: Benjawan on VOAApr 30, 2012 | 4:30 amBenjawan on VOA? For all of you Thai-English English-Thai dictionary fans out there, Benjawan Poomsan Becker from Paiboon Publishing was interviewed on VOA last week. VOA 2012: ??????????? ??????? Becker???????????????????? Paiboon Publishing ???????????????????? ??????? ?????? Previous interviews: VOA 2011: ??????????? ??????? Becker ??????????????????????????????????????? VOA: ??????????? ??????? Becker???????????????????? Paiboon Publishing ???????????????????? ??????? ?????? Note: The audio [.
Thai Language School Review: Rak ThaiApr 24, 2012 | 5:30 pmThai Language School Review: Rak Thai? Review: RTL ? Rak Thai Language School Website: www.rtl-school.
Yes, the low season can be quite nice!May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmOK, so we had a bunch of wet, windy, rather cr*ppy days when the low season started about 2 weeks ago, that's quite normal, a burst of wet weather and then it all settles down. Low season is a mix of sunny days, rainy days and in between days.
Low Season in PhuketMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmYes, without a shadow of a doubt, it's now low season, also called the wet season, rainy season, or the scary MONSOON SEASON! My home rain gauge, which I've now had for 2 years has recorded more than 250mm of rain in the last 2 weeks. From April 21st - 29th I am not sure of the daily figures, as we were not in Phuket.
April in PhuketApr 19, 2012 | 8:30 amAdvance warning, there may not be any updates on this blog for about 10 days, since I have a little holiday. Will have laptop with me, so will most likely post now and then on Twitter (follow me @JamieMonk) and Facebook (please join the Jamie's Phuket Blog Page) PLUS you can always check the latest weather by looking at the webcams on this blog .
Patong Beach WebcamApr 19, 2012 | 8:30 amThere's already a Karon Beach webcam and a Surin Beach webcam on the blog, and now we can add a Patong Beach webcam, with thanks to my friend Wes who has set up a webcam company (Sawadee Cam). Hopefully there will be more online soon! The picture updates every few seconds.
End of the Season. Not End of the World.Apr 12, 2012 | 7:30 amA quick, oh so quick summary of the Phuket weather since the last update on April 5th (last Thursday). Friday - hot with some rain in the night.
Rumbles of Thunder - The HOT Season in PhuketApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe weather this week is exactly as you'd expect for early April. It's hot, there is hardly a breath of wind, the sea is calm, the skies often a bit hazy in the morning until the sun burns through.
March - Scorchio with some thunderApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmApologies first for not updating the Phuket weather blog for 11 days - there are reasons for this such as being busy, and yet, also being lazy. Laziness has ended this week.
Phuket Weather Review 2011Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf this was a blog about Thailand weather, then the word of the year would be FLOODS. There were big floods in March, mostly on the east coast centered around Surat Thani, Nakhorn Sri Thammarat, Songkhla, also Chumphon, Krabi .
March in PhuketMar 10, 2012 | 11:00 amWelcome to March! Yeh, I'm 9 days late. Life has seemed rather hectic lately.
Yes, the low season can be quite nice!May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmOK, so we had a bunch of wet, windy, rather cr*ppy days when the low season started about 2 weeks ago, that's quite normal, a burst of wet weather and then it all settles down. Low season is a mix of sunny days, rainy days and in between days.
Low Season in PhuketMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmYes, without a shadow of a doubt, it's now low season, also called the wet season, rainy season, or the scary MONSOON SEASON! My home rain gauge, which I've now had for 2 years has recorded more than 250mm of rain in the last 2 weeks. From April 21st - 29th I am not sure of the daily figures, as we were not in Phuket.
April in PhuketApr 19, 2012 | 8:30 amAdvance warning, there may not be any updates on this blog for about 10 days, since I have a little holiday. Will have laptop with me, so will most likely post now and then on Twitter (follow me @JamieMonk) and Facebook (please join the Jamie's Phuket Blog Page) PLUS you can always check the latest weather by looking at the webcams on this blog .
Patong Beach WebcamApr 19, 2012 | 8:30 amThere's already a Karon Beach webcam and a Surin Beach webcam on the blog, and now we can add a Patong Beach webcam, with thanks to my friend Wes who has set up a webcam company (Sawadee Cam). Hopefully there will be more online soon! The picture updates every few seconds.
End of the Season. Not End of the World.Apr 12, 2012 | 7:30 amA quick, oh so quick summary of the Phuket weather since the last update on April 5th (last Thursday). Friday - hot with some rain in the night.
Rumbles of Thunder - The HOT Season in PhuketApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe weather this week is exactly as you'd expect for early April. It's hot, there is hardly a breath of wind, the sea is calm, the skies often a bit hazy in the morning until the sun burns through.
March - Scorchio with some thunderApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmApologies first for not updating the Phuket weather blog for 11 days - there are reasons for this such as being busy, and yet, also being lazy. Laziness has ended this week.
Phuket Weather Review 2011Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf this was a blog about Thailand weather, then the word of the year would be FLOODS. There were big floods in March, mostly on the east coast centered around Surat Thani, Nakhorn Sri Thammarat, Songkhla, also Chumphon, Krabi .
March in PhuketMar 10, 2012 | 11:00 amWelcome to March! Yeh, I'm 9 days late. Life has seemed rather hectic lately.
Monks and Alms BowlsMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmIn the old days, it was almost certain that young men would take three months out of their life to ordain as a monk. Even HM The King did it.
Sand Pagodas on the BeachApr 20, 2012 | 9:00 amOne of the most artistic festivals that I keep attending every year is Wan Lai Songkran on Bangsaen Beach, Chonburi. This take place a few days after Songkran, usually on the 16-17 April.
US Ambassador Kristie Kenney on a Harley DaviApr 19, 2012 | 8:30 amThe USA Fair 2012 got off to a good start this morning when US Ambassador Kristie Kenney arrived at the opening ceremony on the back of a Harley Davidson. The fair features many top products from US suppliers and is ? Continue reading ?.
Umbrella City on a Thai BeachApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf you are coming to Thailand to sunbathe on a beach then you might need to think carefully which beach you head to. The Thai people don?t like the idea of sunbathing on a hot day even though they do ? Continue reading ?.
Amphawa Floating Market in Samut SongkhramApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmOne of my favourite weekend escapes from Bangkok is Amphawa Floating Market in Samut Songkhram. It is a popular place for Thai people though an increasing large number of foreign tourists are finding their way there.
David Beckham in a Thai TempleMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmIf you are a David Beckham fan on holiday in Thailand, then you might want to take time out from your schedule to visit this Thai temple that has an image of the famous footballer. It can be found on ? Continue reading ?.
Feeding 10,000 MonksMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmIf you are out and about at dawn in Thailand? you will most likely come across a few monks on their morning alms round. Buddhists wait outside their houses for the monks to pass.
Elephant Riding in AyutthayaMar 3, 2012 | 9:30 amOne of the most popular activities for foreign tourists when they come to Thailand is to ride an elephant. I must admit, that was one of the first things that I did.
Pandas at Chiang Mai ZooMar 1, 2012 | 4:30 pmThailand has had panda fever ever since the birth of Lin Ping at Chiang Mai Zoo in May 2009. They even have a 24 hour reality show so people can watch from home.
Toilets for Thai Lady BoysFeb 10, 2012 | 2:30 amIn Thailand, life is often not as simple as black and white. There are also many shades of grey.
Monks and Alms BowlsMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmIn the old days, it was almost certain that young men would take three months out of their life to ordain as a monk. Even HM The King did it.
Sand Pagodas on the BeachApr 20, 2012 | 9:00 amOne of the most artistic festivals that I keep attending every year is Wan Lai Songkran on Bangsaen Beach, Chonburi. This take place a few days after Songkran, usually on the 16-17 April.
US Ambassador Kristie Kenney on a Harley DaviApr 19, 2012 | 8:30 amThe USA Fair 2012 got off to a good start this morning when US Ambassador Kristie Kenney arrived at the opening ceremony on the back of a Harley Davidson. The fair features many top products from US suppliers and is ? Continue reading ?.
Umbrella City on a Thai BeachApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf you are coming to Thailand to sunbathe on a beach then you might need to think carefully which beach you head to. The Thai people don?t like the idea of sunbathing on a hot day even though they do ? Continue reading ?.
Amphawa Floating Market in Samut SongkhramApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmOne of my favourite weekend escapes from Bangkok is Amphawa Floating Market in Samut Songkhram. It is a popular place for Thai people though an increasing large number of foreign tourists are finding their way there.
David Beckham in a Thai TempleMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmIf you are a David Beckham fan on holiday in Thailand, then you might want to take time out from your schedule to visit this Thai temple that has an image of the famous footballer. It can be found on ? Continue reading ?.
Feeding 10,000 MonksMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmIf you are out and about at dawn in Thailand? you will most likely come across a few monks on their morning alms round. Buddhists wait outside their houses for the monks to pass.
Elephant Riding in AyutthayaMar 3, 2012 | 9:30 amOne of the most popular activities for foreign tourists when they come to Thailand is to ride an elephant. I must admit, that was one of the first things that I did.
Pandas at Chiang Mai ZooMar 1, 2012 | 4:30 pmThailand has had panda fever ever since the birth of Lin Ping at Chiang Mai Zoo in May 2009. They even have a 24 hour reality show so people can watch from home.
Toilets for Thai Lady BoysFeb 10, 2012 | 2:30 amIn Thailand, life is often not as simple as black and white. There are also many shades of grey.
Asia International Guitar Festival 2012May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmJune 14th ? 17th If you are a guitar lover such as I am then you won?t want to miss the annual Asia International Guitar Festival sponsored by the Thailand Guitar Society in association with the Conservatory of Music Rangsit University and the Siam City Hotel, Bangkok. The Festival will take place from June 14th.
Baan Gerda Children to Perform in BangkokMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amIt?s been some time since I?ve written about Living with the Tiger & the children of Baan Gerda and as luck would have it I received an e-mail from the director of Living with the Tiger, Mike Thomas, Yesterday, to update me on the kids and invite me to a special performance they will be.
Pattaya Music Festival 2012 HighlightsApr 30, 2012 | 4:30 amPattaya Music Festival 2012 The Pattaya International Music Festival 2012 is over but what a great time it was. A lot of great music, tons of great food and every kind of trinket you can imagine on sale.
The Women of Songkran 2012Apr 24, 2012 | 5:30 pmRelated Articles of Interest:And so it Begins?Songkran 2012Songkran 2012: The Final Day in PattayaEverything?s Better When Wet?Songkran 2012Songkran 2011 Day 3 : The Ladies of PattayaSongkran 2009?Amazing!Copyright ? 2007-2010 Thailand, Land of Smiles.This feed is for personal, non-commercial use only.
Pattaya International Music Festival 2012Apr 21, 2012 | 3:00 pmPattaya International Music Festival 2012 April 27, 28 & 29 It?s that time of year again for the Pattaya International Music Festival; taking place all along Beach road starting the weekend of April 27th and going through the 29th. With the crowds of? Songkran still fresh in our memories, Pattaya will hurriedly reading itself for.
Songkran 2012: The Final Day in PattayaApr 20, 2012 | 9:00 amSongkran 2012 the Finale Another Songkran has come and gone and it?s been a pretty popular consensus that this years Songkran festival was one of the best in recent history, although still a little too long at 7 days for Pattaya. A few days such as day 4 & 5 were pretty barren around town.
Everything's Better When Wet...Songkran 2012Apr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmSongkran 2012 The day started out very slow yesterday, many people are resting and saving up their energy for the last 2 days of Songkran. To give you an idea of how slow it started out I walked from my apt on Pattaya Klang? all the way to walking street ( with a detour up.
And So it Continues...Songkran 2012Apr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmSongkran 2012 I decided to take out the cheap camera yesterday instead of the good one, I don?t want to take too many chances in getting it soaked. Unfortunately the pictures aren?t as good but I did grab some video ( posted above ).
And so it Begins...Songkran 2012Apr 14, 2012 | 11:01 pmSongkran ( Thai New Year ) 2012 Songkran is already into it?s third day and it decidedly started with a shout instead of a whimper. Although the war has just begun major battles for control are taking place just about everywhere from the smallest soi?s to the large prominent roads dissecting town.
5 Things to do in Phuket that Won't Break theApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pm? Like Talen here, I've always been interested in Asian culture, and particularly interested in traveling the world in general. So last year when I finally got the chance to visit Thailand and other parts of Asia for the first time, and perhaps the only time in my life, I naturally jumped at the opportunity.
Asia International Guitar Festival 2012May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmJune 14th ? 17th If you are a guitar lover such as I am then you won?t want to miss the annual Asia International Guitar Festival sponsored by the Thailand Guitar Society in association with the Conservatory of Music Rangsit University and the Siam City Hotel, Bangkok. The Festival will take place from June 14th.
Baan Gerda Children to Perform in BangkokMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amIt?s been some time since I?ve written about Living with the Tiger & the children of Baan Gerda and as luck would have it I received an e-mail from the director of Living with the Tiger, Mike Thomas, Yesterday, to update me on the kids and invite me to a special performance they will be.
Pattaya Music Festival 2012 HighlightsApr 30, 2012 | 4:30 amPattaya Music Festival 2012 The Pattaya International Music Festival 2012 is over but what a great time it was. A lot of great music, tons of great food and every kind of trinket you can imagine on sale.
The Women of Songkran 2012Apr 24, 2012 | 5:30 pmRelated Articles of Interest:And so it Begins?Songkran 2012Songkran 2012: The Final Day in PattayaEverything?s Better When Wet?Songkran 2012Songkran 2011 Day 3 : The Ladies of PattayaSongkran 2009?Amazing!Copyright ? 2007-2010 Thailand, Land of Smiles.This feed is for personal, non-commercial use only.
Pattaya International Music Festival 2012Apr 21, 2012 | 3:00 pmPattaya International Music Festival 2012 April 27, 28 & 29 It?s that time of year again for the Pattaya International Music Festival; taking place all along Beach road starting the weekend of April 27th and going through the 29th. With the crowds of? Songkran still fresh in our memories, Pattaya will hurriedly reading itself for.
Songkran 2012: The Final Day in PattayaApr 20, 2012 | 9:00 amSongkran 2012 the Finale Another Songkran has come and gone and it?s been a pretty popular consensus that this years Songkran festival was one of the best in recent history, although still a little too long at 7 days for Pattaya. A few days such as day 4 & 5 were pretty barren around town.
Everything's Better When Wet...Songkran 2012Apr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmSongkran 2012 The day started out very slow yesterday, many people are resting and saving up their energy for the last 2 days of Songkran. To give you an idea of how slow it started out I walked from my apt on Pattaya Klang? all the way to walking street ( with a detour up.
And So it Continues...Songkran 2012Apr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmSongkran 2012 I decided to take out the cheap camera yesterday instead of the good one, I don?t want to take too many chances in getting it soaked. Unfortunately the pictures aren?t as good but I did grab some video ( posted above ).
And so it Begins...Songkran 2012Apr 14, 2012 | 11:01 pmSongkran ( Thai New Year ) 2012 Songkran is already into it?s third day and it decidedly started with a shout instead of a whimper. Although the war has just begun major battles for control are taking place just about everywhere from the smallest soi?s to the large prominent roads dissecting town.
5 Things to do in Phuket that Won't Break theApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pm? Like Talen here, I've always been interested in Asian culture, and particularly interested in traveling the world in general. So last year when I finally got the chance to visit Thailand and other parts of Asia for the first time, and perhaps the only time in my life, I naturally jumped at the opportunity.
Road Carnage at BreakfastMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmFor a while I've been having breakfast at the same place on Phetkasem Road, just outside of Hua Hin town centre on the way to Pranburi. Despite the glorious setting (sea on one side, mountains on the other) this road.
Koh Larn - 30 minutes off Pattaya BeachFeb 15, 2012 | 9:00 pmThere's a little island off Pattaya called Koh Larn, around a 30 minute boat ride from Pattaya Beach. I'd heard of it but only recently had a chance to check it out.
Invite to the swanky Mandarin Oriental BangkoFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmAnyone who has yet to have experience the gorgeous Mardarin Oriental Bangkok Hotel really should make a beeline for it ASAP, if only to go in for a drink in one of the very nice bars spread around the hotel.
Scary Croc Feeding at Million Years Stone ParFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWow, if you're in Pattaya one day and fancy trying something interesting, head down to Pattaya's Million Years Stone Park for an afternoon. You may have to fight your way through crowds of Russians, but the feeding of the crocadiles.
Flooding in Bangkok ContinuesFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmThe plughole that is Bangkok has had too much water to handle lately, and the floods endlessly continue, with little sign of respite. I think this has been a baptism of fire for the current PM, Ms Yingluck Shinawatra, who.
Temple Monuments and ImageryFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmI don't get a lot of chance to go to temples these days. I'm not a Buddhist, or even much for religion in general, although I think it's obvious that in the right hands religion can do so much good.
Opportunity Knocks in Thailand? I'd tell themFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmI'm currently down in Hua Hin / Pranburi, and have been staying at the same place for a few months. i was at home minding my own on a peaceful Saturday morning, little 'un playing with his little mate, telly.
Thoughts About 'Face' (1)Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmTrying as one constantly does to understand that little bit more, reach that little bit further, into Thai culture, you often come across / hear mentioned 'face,' and the way that it affects Thai's. In fact you come across it.
Out and About in Central BangkokFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmHad a day in town, walking around parts of central Bangkok, taking in the general atmos. Oh yeah, we know what goes down in them places eh fellas, nudge nudge, wink wink etc Eeek !.
Road Carnage at BreakfastMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmFor a while I've been having breakfast at the same place on Phetkasem Road, just outside of Hua Hin town centre on the way to Pranburi. Despite the glorious setting (sea on one side, mountains on the other) this road.
Koh Larn - 30 minutes off Pattaya BeachFeb 15, 2012 | 9:00 pmThere's a little island off Pattaya called Koh Larn, around a 30 minute boat ride from Pattaya Beach. I'd heard of it but only recently had a chance to check it out.
Invite to the swanky Mandarin Oriental BangkoFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmAnyone who has yet to have experience the gorgeous Mardarin Oriental Bangkok Hotel really should make a beeline for it ASAP, if only to go in for a drink in one of the very nice bars spread around the hotel.
Scary Croc Feeding at Million Years Stone ParFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWow, if you're in Pattaya one day and fancy trying something interesting, head down to Pattaya's Million Years Stone Park for an afternoon. You may have to fight your way through crowds of Russians, but the feeding of the crocadiles.
Flooding in Bangkok ContinuesFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmThe plughole that is Bangkok has had too much water to handle lately, and the floods endlessly continue, with little sign of respite. I think this has been a baptism of fire for the current PM, Ms Yingluck Shinawatra, who.
Temple Monuments and ImageryFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmI don't get a lot of chance to go to temples these days. I'm not a Buddhist, or even much for religion in general, although I think it's obvious that in the right hands religion can do so much good.
Opportunity Knocks in Thailand? I'd tell themFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmI'm currently down in Hua Hin / Pranburi, and have been staying at the same place for a few months. i was at home minding my own on a peaceful Saturday morning, little 'un playing with his little mate, telly.
Thoughts About 'Face' (1)Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmTrying as one constantly does to understand that little bit more, reach that little bit further, into Thai culture, you often come across / hear mentioned 'face,' and the way that it affects Thai's. In fact you come across it.
Out and About in Central BangkokFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmHad a day in town, walking around parts of central Bangkok, taking in the general atmos. Oh yeah, we know what goes down in them places eh fellas, nudge nudge, wink wink etc Eeek !.
Songkran SilksApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pmDuring Songkran, Daughter appeared at my door looking wan and I knew immediately she'd hit a brick wall with her revision. I HAD to get her out of the apartment before she went mad.
The end of an era or the start of a new oneApr 22, 2012 | 7:00 amThe days have been whizzing by disproportionately fast hereat The House. I think it's because we have exams approaching: the hours havetelescoped and May is hurtling towards us whether we're ready or not.
A Tiny Titanic TaleApr 14, 2012 | 11:01 pmNanny ElsieWhen I was little, my maternal grandparents, Nanny Elsie andGranpop, came to live in our village. Some days Sylvia, who shared pickups withmy Mum, dropped me at Nanny's little cottage after school.
R & RApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pmI'm a tad tightly wound at the moment. Life, in many areas, is a little bit difficult.
Sunday PhotoApr 8, 2012 | 4:30 amI missed Friday Photo because of a heavy schedule and a three day migraine so here's a Sunday photo.I spotted this in Siam Paragon.
Bunches of bananas and confidenceApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmHmm, well that gem shopping expedition didn't quite go asplanned. I couldn't face the schlep down to Chinatown on Saturday soI went to Amarin mall where there were several stalls and shops peddling gem andstones.
Jewellery, gems and skullsApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe next stage in my jewellery making career journeyis learning to set stones. This doesn't require much fire (phew) but it doesdemand strict precision skills.
Songkran SilksApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pmDuring Songkran, Daughter appeared at my door looking wan and I knew immediately she'd hit a brick wall with her revision. I HAD to get her out of the apartment before she went mad.
The end of an era or the start of a new oneApr 22, 2012 | 7:00 amThe days have been whizzing by disproportionately fast hereat The House. I think it's because we have exams approaching: the hours havetelescoped and May is hurtling towards us whether we're ready or not.
A Tiny Titanic TaleApr 14, 2012 | 11:01 pmNanny ElsieWhen I was little, my maternal grandparents, Nanny Elsie andGranpop, came to live in our village. Some days Sylvia, who shared pickups withmy Mum, dropped me at Nanny's little cottage after school.
R & RApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pmI'm a tad tightly wound at the moment. Life, in many areas, is a little bit difficult.
Sunday PhotoApr 8, 2012 | 4:30 amI missed Friday Photo because of a heavy schedule and a three day migraine so here's a Sunday photo.I spotted this in Siam Paragon.
Bunches of bananas and confidenceApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmHmm, well that gem shopping expedition didn't quite go asplanned. I couldn't face the schlep down to Chinatown on Saturday soI went to Amarin mall where there were several stalls and shops peddling gem andstones.
Jewellery, gems and skullsApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe next stage in my jewellery making career journeyis learning to set stones. This doesn't require much fire (phew) but it doesdemand strict precision skills.
OakMonster RisesApr 21, 2012 | 3:00 pmI?ve been keeping busy since we last discussed about how my creativity has been stoked. I?ve played with Instagram a lot now that it?s available for Android.
Freeing My Creative MindApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pmIt?s? been over 10 years since I worked in a truly creative environment. I had given up on being creative professionally.
Taking a Leap: One Year LaterApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmToday is the first anniversary of my not having a full-time job. And what a year it has been!? I started it with 2 weeks in New Zealand, connecting with my cousins and traveling with my dad.
Cowboy Take Me AwayApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmNext Friday, Brandon and I will have been married for 10 years. Instead of celebrating on our actual anniversary weekend, we had to do it this past weekend instead.
Chasing Down a MemoryApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf you can believe it, I was a shy international student when I arrived at the Orange County private school back in 1993.? I wasn?t ?shy? because that was what I was.
It's All Happening At OnceMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmToday through Sunday, I will take my first step toward one of my bucket list item. I?m volunteering at WonderCon, a pop culture/comic convention that usually takes place in San Francisco, but it?s just down the way in Anaheim this year.
Social Media Purists Are UnicornsFeb 26, 2012 | 9:00 amRecently, I found myself cursing at the corporatized social media playing field. Folks are talking brands, driving sales, being all business-like.
Oddball Questions? Nah.Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmOlaina posted this article about craziest interview questions people were asked in 2011. I have never been asked anything crazy before, lucky me I guess.
OakMonster RisesApr 21, 2012 | 3:00 pmI?ve been keeping busy since we last discussed about how my creativity has been stoked. I?ve played with Instagram a lot now that it?s available for Android.
Freeing My Creative MindApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pmIt?s? been over 10 years since I worked in a truly creative environment. I had given up on being creative professionally.
Taking a Leap: One Year LaterApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmToday is the first anniversary of my not having a full-time job. And what a year it has been!? I started it with 2 weeks in New Zealand, connecting with my cousins and traveling with my dad.
Cowboy Take Me AwayApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmNext Friday, Brandon and I will have been married for 10 years. Instead of celebrating on our actual anniversary weekend, we had to do it this past weekend instead.
Chasing Down a MemoryApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf you can believe it, I was a shy international student when I arrived at the Orange County private school back in 1993.? I wasn?t ?shy? because that was what I was.
It's All Happening At OnceMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmToday through Sunday, I will take my first step toward one of my bucket list item. I?m volunteering at WonderCon, a pop culture/comic convention that usually takes place in San Francisco, but it?s just down the way in Anaheim this year.
Social Media Purists Are UnicornsFeb 26, 2012 | 9:00 amRecently, I found myself cursing at the corporatized social media playing field. Folks are talking brands, driving sales, being all business-like.
Oddball Questions? Nah.Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmOlaina posted this article about craziest interview questions people were asked in 2011. I have never been asked anything crazy before, lucky me I guess.
The BMW F650GS - Great Small Touring BikeApr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmThere, I said it, and I'm surprised to say it. Granted its detuned engine produces 10 horsepower less than the BMW F800GS, but to offset that the BMW F800GS is six kilo's lighter.
Bulimia TreatmentApr 11, 2012 | 10:30 pmAt Casa Palmera, it is our goal to treat all people from all over the United States and abroad who are suffering from Bulimia.
MotoGP - Lorenzo Conquers QatarApr 8, 2012 | 4:00 pmYamaha Factory Racing rider Jorge Lorenzo claimed a sensational victory this evening under the dramatic floodlights of the Losail circuit, finally claiming his first premier class Grand Prix of Qatar win. Lorenzo took the lead from the start and held off rival Casey Stoner for the first few laps before conceding the lead and tucking into second.
Myanmar - Karen rebels meet Suu KyiApr 8, 2012 | 4:00 pmLeaders of Myanmar's most enduring ethnic rebel group met with opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi a day after meeting with the country's president, the latest step in the group's effort to open a dialogue to achieve greater autonomy.
The 2 1/2-hour meeting Sunday of leaders of the Karen National Union with Suu Kyi also followed an agreement the group reached Friday with the military-backed but elected government to firm up a cease-fire they made in January.
Easy Pass deposit to be canceled in JuneApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) is set to announce the revocation of the 800-baht deposit to acquire an Easy Pass card by June.
EXAT governor Aiyanat Tinapai said the agency is working in collaboration with Bangkok Expressway Co ltd (BECL) to finalize the details of the cancellation process.
The Wait is Over as MotoGP Begins in QatarApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe long winter wait is finally over as the MotoGP grid took to the track this evening under the spectacular floodlights of the Losail circuit for the first session of the 2012 season. Yamaha Factory Racing riders Jorge Lorenzo and Ben Spies took up where they left off in winter testing, putting in quick, consistent competitive laps from the start.
Riding in Heavy Rain - The Thai Raining SeasoApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe raining season is coming and we should practice drills for bad conditions.
Knowing the road is an important part of wet weather riding because you'll know where puddles form, mud gathers or corners are slippery.
Ju Hi Kim set for Second Title-DefenseApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmSouth Koreas World Boxing Federation Women's World Light Flyweight Champion Ju Hi Kim is set to make her second title-defense on Friday March 30 in hometown Seoul, taking on tough challenger Ploynapa Sakrungrueng from Thailand.
26-year-old Kim, 15-1-1 (6), won the WBF World title in September 2010 when she outpointed Jujeath Nagaowa from the Philippines, and successfully defended it last July with a unanimous decision over another Thai, Fahpratan Looksaikongdin.
Thailand offers tax incentiveApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThailand Wednesday approved a new tax incentive to stimulate investment in the country's industrial heartland which was badly hit by last year's floods, Industry Minister Pongsavas Savasti said.
The Board of Investment agreed to waive corporate income tax for eight years at 150 percent of investment value for all new and extended investment in Pathumthani and Ayutthaya provinces, which were badly affected by the disaster.
Govt whips to seek to extend current parliameApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmGovernment whips plan to seek extension of the current parliamentary session until late May, the chief coalition whip said Thursday.
Udomdej Ratanasathien, who is also an MP from the ruling Pheu Thai Party, denied that the proposed extension was aimed at expediting deliberation of the government's constitutional amendment bill.
The BMW F650GS - Great Small Touring BikeApr 17, 2012 | 10:30 pmThere, I said it, and I'm surprised to say it. Granted its detuned engine produces 10 horsepower less than the BMW F800GS, but to offset that the BMW F800GS is six kilo's lighter.
Bulimia TreatmentApr 11, 2012 | 10:30 pmAt Casa Palmera, it is our goal to treat all people from all over the United States and abroad who are suffering from Bulimia.
MotoGP - Lorenzo Conquers QatarApr 8, 2012 | 4:00 pmYamaha Factory Racing rider Jorge Lorenzo claimed a sensational victory this evening under the dramatic floodlights of the Losail circuit, finally claiming his first premier class Grand Prix of Qatar win. Lorenzo took the lead from the start and held off rival Casey Stoner for the first few laps before conceding the lead and tucking into second.
Myanmar - Karen rebels meet Suu KyiApr 8, 2012 | 4:00 pmLeaders of Myanmar's most enduring ethnic rebel group met with opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi a day after meeting with the country's president, the latest step in the group's effort to open a dialogue to achieve greater autonomy.
The 2 1/2-hour meeting Sunday of leaders of the Karen National Union with Suu Kyi also followed an agreement the group reached Friday with the military-backed but elected government to firm up a cease-fire they made in January.
Easy Pass deposit to be canceled in JuneApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) is set to announce the revocation of the 800-baht deposit to acquire an Easy Pass card by June.
EXAT governor Aiyanat Tinapai said the agency is working in collaboration with Bangkok Expressway Co ltd (BECL) to finalize the details of the cancellation process.
The Wait is Over as MotoGP Begins in QatarApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe long winter wait is finally over as the MotoGP grid took to the track this evening under the spectacular floodlights of the Losail circuit for the first session of the 2012 season. Yamaha Factory Racing riders Jorge Lorenzo and Ben Spies took up where they left off in winter testing, putting in quick, consistent competitive laps from the start.
Riding in Heavy Rain - The Thai Raining SeasoApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe raining season is coming and we should practice drills for bad conditions.
Knowing the road is an important part of wet weather riding because you'll know where puddles form, mud gathers or corners are slippery.
Ju Hi Kim set for Second Title-DefenseApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmSouth Koreas World Boxing Federation Women's World Light Flyweight Champion Ju Hi Kim is set to make her second title-defense on Friday March 30 in hometown Seoul, taking on tough challenger Ploynapa Sakrungrueng from Thailand.
26-year-old Kim, 15-1-1 (6), won the WBF World title in September 2010 when she outpointed Jujeath Nagaowa from the Philippines, and successfully defended it last July with a unanimous decision over another Thai, Fahpratan Looksaikongdin.
Thailand offers tax incentiveApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThailand Wednesday approved a new tax incentive to stimulate investment in the country's industrial heartland which was badly hit by last year's floods, Industry Minister Pongsavas Savasti said.
The Board of Investment agreed to waive corporate income tax for eight years at 150 percent of investment value for all new and extended investment in Pathumthani and Ayutthaya provinces, which were badly affected by the disaster.
Govt whips to seek to extend current parliameApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmGovernment whips plan to seek extension of the current parliamentary session until late May, the chief coalition whip said Thursday.
Udomdej Ratanasathien, who is also an MP from the ruling Pheu Thai Party, denied that the proposed extension was aimed at expediting deliberation of the government's constitutional amendment bill.
TC Kitchen, Ubon Ratchathani ThailandApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pmTC Kitchen is easy to locate as it is right near Laithong Hotel, it is in the background. TC Kitchen is a restaurant but you can also of course get an ice cold beverage as well.
Bangkok on the Fly, Thailand.Apr 11, 2012 | 10:30 pmThe other day I had to make a quick journey down to Bangkok to visit the Australian Embassy to renew my passport. It was a flying visit, arriving in Bangkok at 7am and leaving at 7pm and arriving back in Ubon Ratchathani at 8pm.
A New Door, A New Journey, Isaan Style.Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI said I wanted to keep my personal life just that, personal. But I was a little shocked again when I spoke to my new partner about my ideas for Isaan Style.
49 Years of Marriage for John and Nancy.Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmTo my amazing parents; Congratulations on 49 years, I love you guys a lot and hope you have a great day.xoxo.
Spago Italian Restaurant Ubon Ratchathani ThaApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe other night we made our way to Spago, Ubon Ratchathani's genuine Italian restaurant owned and run by Franco and his wife. I hadn't been for too long and had been craving a good feed.
Christmas Is Not Over in Isaan Thailand.Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmWell Christmas in Isaan Thailand just cannot finish yet. Nong Ja has decided that the top part our Christmas tree must stay up for Santa.
Nong Ja and Magha Puja Day Thailand 2012Mar 12, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe other day we had a Thai religious holiday called Magha Puja Day (Makha Bucha Day) and I have written about it before here and here. Our local temple, Nong Bua Temple always has a big celebration.
Nong Ja and Trakan Tiger Zoo Ubon RatchathaniMar 7, 2012 | 12:00 pmThe other day my little princess Nong Ja and I ventured to the Trakan Tiger Zoo around 35klms out of Ubon Ratchathani. I had never been to the zoo but had read many different opinions on it.
My Thai Princess, Nong Ja.Feb 23, 2012 | 2:31 amMy little Thai princess and I were off swimming again the other weekend. Ja absolutely loves the water and it is so hard to get her out.
TC Kitchen, Ubon Ratchathani ThailandApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pmTC Kitchen is easy to locate as it is right near Laithong Hotel, it is in the background. TC Kitchen is a restaurant but you can also of course get an ice cold beverage as well.
Bangkok on the Fly, Thailand.Apr 11, 2012 | 10:30 pmThe other day I had to make a quick journey down to Bangkok to visit the Australian Embassy to renew my passport. It was a flying visit, arriving in Bangkok at 7am and leaving at 7pm and arriving back in Ubon Ratchathani at 8pm.
A New Door, A New Journey, Isaan Style.Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmI said I wanted to keep my personal life just that, personal. But I was a little shocked again when I spoke to my new partner about my ideas for Isaan Style.
49 Years of Marriage for John and Nancy.Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmTo my amazing parents; Congratulations on 49 years, I love you guys a lot and hope you have a great day.xoxo.
Spago Italian Restaurant Ubon Ratchathani ThaApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe other night we made our way to Spago, Ubon Ratchathani's genuine Italian restaurant owned and run by Franco and his wife. I hadn't been for too long and had been craving a good feed.
Christmas Is Not Over in Isaan Thailand.Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmWell Christmas in Isaan Thailand just cannot finish yet. Nong Ja has decided that the top part our Christmas tree must stay up for Santa.
Nong Ja and Magha Puja Day Thailand 2012Mar 12, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe other day we had a Thai religious holiday called Magha Puja Day (Makha Bucha Day) and I have written about it before here and here. Our local temple, Nong Bua Temple always has a big celebration.
Nong Ja and Trakan Tiger Zoo Ubon RatchathaniMar 7, 2012 | 12:00 pmThe other day my little princess Nong Ja and I ventured to the Trakan Tiger Zoo around 35klms out of Ubon Ratchathani. I had never been to the zoo but had read many different opinions on it.
My Thai Princess, Nong Ja.Feb 23, 2012 | 3:01 amMy little Thai princess and I were off swimming again the other weekend. Ja absolutely loves the water and it is so hard to get her out.
Thailand's Tourists CLUELESS About Thai CultuApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmHere?s what I routinely see in Thailand? regarding tourists acting ignorantly about Thai culture Watch the video above. This guy is stripped down to his sweaty underwear at a Buddhist temple ? in front of Thai kids.
Motorcycle Accidents in Thailand - Gruesome VFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmThailand?s holiday season is here ? and just a little reality check for those of you driving around the country during the next few weeks. This holiday, like every other, is sure to be filled with many of these tragic motorbike accidents.
BBC Documentary - Thailand Justice Under FireFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWell worth watching, it?s a review of some of the more recent Thailand political events. Related posts: Now, THAT?S a FIRE? Thailand?s Fire Free-For-All One of the things you must love about Thailand is.
Tick-Tock, Tick-Tock... Thaksin's 2nd Round BFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmThaksin on a Buddhist pilgrimage in Nepal? Thaksin on Buddhist Pilgrimage Related posts: Bangkok Ready to Blow Like Krakatoa? Here?s a great article about the situation in Bangkok as.
Did Thaksin Already Receive a New Thailand PaFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmhttps://twitter.com/#!/veen_NT tweeted about this ?The Nation? article just minutes ago? Passport Already Issued to Thaksin Wow, things get done in Thailand ? eh? Related posts: Thaksin Returns I just cannot see Thaksin Shinawatra disappearing for very long.
Satun, Thailand Visa RunFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmMost expats in the south of Thailand are living on the island of Phuket, so they shoot right up to Ranong, Myanmar (Burma) for their visa runs. There are many services that offer the runs.
Thailand Beer Video ReviewFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmVideo review of Three beers you can find in Thailand at the bars or stores. Two are German and one is from Mexico.
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Bargirls, Bimbos and BitchesFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmBargirls, Bimbos and Bitches is a post from: Bangkok Diaries
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You're Such a THAI!Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmYou?re Such a THAI! is a post from: Bangkok Diaries
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Bangkokhooker's Fishing in Thailand: My favouFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmBangkokhooker?s Fishing in Thailand: My favourite payponds is a post from: Bangkok Diaries
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My Love Affair With Thailand - EpilogueFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmMy Love Affair With Thailand ? Epilogue is a post from: Bangkok Diaries
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Occupy D.C. Braces for Camping BanMar 3, 2012 | 9:30 amThe two sites that comprise Occupy DC -- McPherson Square and Freedom Plaza have remained long after many high-profile occupations across the country have been disbanded -- sometimes violently -- by police in riot gear wielding clubs, pepper spray, tear gas, and even flash?grenades.In January, Congressman Issa, who chairs the House Oversight Committee, wrote a letter to the Secretary of the Interior demanding to know why the National Parks Service had allowed D.
Occupy General Assembly at Washington MonumenMar 3, 2012 | 9:30 amPolice helicopter shines its spotlight on the General Assembly.Protesters gathered near the Washington Monument for General Assembly (GA) the evening prior to ?Occupy Congress.
Undercover Police Infiltrate Occupy Supreme CMar 3, 2012 | 9:30 amJanuary 21st marked the second anniversary of the Citizens United Vs Federal Election Commission ruling that has made it easier than ever for corporations to fund political campaigns.Occupy DC staged a demonstration in front of the Supreme Court challenging decisions such a Citizens United that have served to further entrench political power in the hands of corporations.
Mass arrests as Occupy DC takes on K-StreetFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmPhotos of the Occupy DC demonstration Tuesday on K-Street.Over 70 protesters were arrested in Washington D.
NYPD kills journalism and that's not newsFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmUPDATEDThere's a story missing here:Where's the story about how they weren't allowed to report the story?<a href="http://storify.com/Jotman/police-state-tactics-against-journalists-not-news" target="_blank">View the story "End of press freedom not considered news" on Storify</a>]But throughout the day Tuesday mainstream media reports had nothing much to say about this development.
OccupyDC in photosFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmSome photos of OccupyDC at McPherson Square (15th and K Streets) in Washington D.C.
The Valentine's Day equationFeb 14, 2012 | 8:30 amOne Man's MeatBy Philip GolingaiWhy is PAS so against Valentine's Day? It has equated the day to: roses + candlelight dinner + love = sex. FROM what I've been reading, PAS has been equating Valentine's Day to: roses + candlelight dinner + love = sex.
Outrage over 'merger' predictionFeb 6, 2012 | 7:00 amOne Man's MeatBy PHILIP GOLINGAIThere are Malaysians who have no love lost for Singapore, more so after years of fighting over water, airspace, bridge, sand, rock and chicken rice.IN Datuk Dr Hasan Ali's?world, if the Opposition won the 13th general election, Malaysia and Singapore would become one.
All a-Twitter over hostage girlFeb 6, 2012 | 7:00 amOne Man's Meat by PHILIP GOLINGAIIn quiet KL, tweets went flying in Twitterjaya as a hostage drama unfolded when a naked man grabbed a 10-year-old girl from her family home in Kampung Baru.HOSTAGE drama at Kampung Baru in KL.
Enter the 'Emperor of Indonesia'Jan 29, 2012 | 7:02 amBy PHILIP GOLINGAI A Tanjung Malim-born Dutch citizen claims he is a descendent of the Emperor of China and that his bloodline is linked to royal families in India, Java and Siam.IT is not every day that you get to meet a trillionaire.
And words are all it takes...Jan 24, 2012 | 8:30 amONE MAN'S MEATBy PHILIP GOLINGAITwo wrong words by Ceylyn Tay in a speech that appeared on YouTube led to a barrage of personal attacks that has left the novice politician devastated. But she is confident that she will overcome the experience.
The 'what-ifs' in Sabah politicsJan 24, 2012 | 8:00 amONE MAN'S MEAT By PHILIP GOLINGAIThe reality in Sabah is that if elections were called today, BN will retain the state. However, that does not stop the Opposition from dreaming because anything can happen politically in Malaysia's Wild Wild East.
All abuzz over Lajim's next game planJan 24, 2012 | 8:00 amONE MAN'S MEATBy PHILIP GOLINGAIThe main players are all coy about the issue although talk is rampant that Sabah political bigwig Datuk Lajim Ukin wants to leave Umno to head a party.IS Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister and Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Lajim Ukin forming a political party or staying put in Umno?That's the top coffeeshop topic in Sabah.
And Asian of the Year is ...Jan 24, 2012 | 7:30 amOne Man's MeatBy PHILIP GOLINGAINewspaper network group ANN shortlists personalities who have left their mark in 2011.SO who's my Asian of the Year? Clue: She is the most beautiful Prime Minister in the world.
Mudslinging or debate?Jan 24, 2012 | 7:30 amOne Man's Meat by PHILIP GOLINGAIThe two antagonists have twittered agreement to debate, but getting them into the same room to thrash out the Lynas issue without scoring political points is quite impossible. IF a debate on Lynas were ever to happen, it might be as civil as a nuclear bomb.
Women to the forefrontJan 24, 2012 | 7:30 amOne Man's MeatBy PHILIP GOLINGAIThe fairer sex seems to be in an apparent bid to take over control. It's happening right at our backyard with the women-only train coaches, taxis and now Malaysia's first women's radio station in Capital FM 88.
The Valentine's Day equationFeb 14, 2012 | 8:30 amOne Man's MeatBy Philip GolingaiWhy is PAS so against Valentine's Day? It has equated the day to: roses + candlelight dinner + love = sex. FROM what I've been reading, PAS has been equating Valentine's Day to: roses + candlelight dinner + love = sex.
Outrage over 'merger' predictionFeb 6, 2012 | 7:00 amOne Man's MeatBy PHILIP GOLINGAIThere are Malaysians who have no love lost for Singapore, more so after years of fighting over water, airspace, bridge, sand, rock and chicken rice.IN Datuk Dr Hasan Ali's?world, if the Opposition won the 13th general election, Malaysia and Singapore would become one.
All a-Twitter over hostage girlFeb 6, 2012 | 7:00 amOne Man's Meat by PHILIP GOLINGAIIn quiet KL, tweets went flying in Twitterjaya as a hostage drama unfolded when a naked man grabbed a 10-year-old girl from her family home in Kampung Baru.HOSTAGE drama at Kampung Baru in KL.
Enter the 'Emperor of Indonesia'Jan 29, 2012 | 7:02 amBy PHILIP GOLINGAI A Tanjung Malim-born Dutch citizen claims he is a descendent of the Emperor of China and that his bloodline is linked to royal families in India, Java and Siam.IT is not every day that you get to meet a trillionaire.
And words are all it takes...Jan 24, 2012 | 8:30 amONE MAN'S MEATBy PHILIP GOLINGAITwo wrong words by Ceylyn Tay in a speech that appeared on YouTube led to a barrage of personal attacks that has left the novice politician devastated. But she is confident that she will overcome the experience.
The 'what-ifs' in Sabah politicsJan 24, 2012 | 8:00 amONE MAN'S MEAT By PHILIP GOLINGAIThe reality in Sabah is that if elections were called today, BN will retain the state. However, that does not stop the Opposition from dreaming because anything can happen politically in Malaysia's Wild Wild East.
All abuzz over Lajim's next game planJan 24, 2012 | 8:00 amONE MAN'S MEATBy PHILIP GOLINGAIThe main players are all coy about the issue although talk is rampant that Sabah political bigwig Datuk Lajim Ukin wants to leave Umno to head a party.IS Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister and Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Lajim Ukin forming a political party or staying put in Umno?That's the top coffeeshop topic in Sabah.
And Asian of the Year is ...Jan 24, 2012 | 7:30 amOne Man's MeatBy PHILIP GOLINGAINewspaper network group ANN shortlists personalities who have left their mark in 2011.SO who's my Asian of the Year? Clue: She is the most beautiful Prime Minister in the world.
Mudslinging or debate?Jan 24, 2012 | 7:30 amOne Man's Meat by PHILIP GOLINGAIThe two antagonists have twittered agreement to debate, but getting them into the same room to thrash out the Lynas issue without scoring political points is quite impossible. IF a debate on Lynas were ever to happen, it might be as civil as a nuclear bomb.
Women to the forefrontJan 24, 2012 | 7:30 amOne Man's MeatBy PHILIP GOLINGAIThe fairer sex seems to be in an apparent bid to take over control. It's happening right at our backyard with the women-only train coaches, taxis and now Malaysia's first women's radio station in Capital FM 88.
The Residence Hua HinApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmJacuzzi in a 2 bedroom villa.Not the typical hotels that are aplenty lining parallel to the shoreline of Cha-Am and Hua Hin, but more like a cluster of two and three bedroom villas cuddled up in the middle of scorched farmlands within the vicinity of a few also scorched hills.
2011 Bangkok Flood - AftermathFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWell it's a good questing to if this should be called an aftermath at all. News has been reporting the sunny side of things.
2011 Bangkok Flood - So DumbFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmFor some reasons or other, water seems to have a mind of her own going and not going where as had been predicted. This again, I believe due to the heavy intervention by man to control the water flow, only to result in more chaos, panic and nuisance.
2011 Bangkok Flood - So NumbFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmStaring up your half submerged Prius will results in explosion of sparks, you will probably become part of the car's circuit and die in the process. Ok, maybe that won't happen, I am sure Toyota thought of it but lately, there are many victims of electrocution as the water sets in.
Wait & Wait - 2011 Bangkok FloodFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmNow the question on anyone's mind here is not "when will the flood be over" but rather, "when will the bloody flood come???". The media had kept many of us in central Bangkok on our toes for two solid weeks.
Bangkok Flood 2011? Bangkok still DryFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWhere have all the farangs (caucasians) in my block gone? I asked the building management office below. She said they have all gone down south to the beach to escape the floods.
Preparing for the great 2011 Bangkok FloodFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmI guess Thailand is one of the few places on Earth where one ponders how insurance can be claimed if one were to ram into a boat. It is indeed mystifying this situation.
Taking on Samui RoadsFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmThe good point of having a car on Samui is that one will not be restricted in coverage , bounded by an invisible barrier limited by the range covered by "two-rows" (truck taxis) that one can hop on. And they ain't cheap just for hopping from Chaweng to Lamai or the surrounding areas.
The Residence Hua HinApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmJacuzzi in a 2 bedroom villa.Not the typical hotels that are aplenty lining parallel to the shoreline of Cha-Am and Hua Hin, but more like a cluster of two and three bedroom villas cuddled up in the middle of scorched farmlands within the vicinity of a few also scorched hills.
2011 Bangkok Flood - AftermathFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWell it's a good questing to if this should be called an aftermath at all. News has been reporting the sunny side of things.
2011 Bangkok Flood - So DumbFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmFor some reasons or other, water seems to have a mind of her own going and not going where as had been predicted. This again, I believe due to the heavy intervention by man to control the water flow, only to result in more chaos, panic and nuisance.
2011 Bangkok Flood - So NumbFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmStaring up your half submerged Prius will results in explosion of sparks, you will probably become part of the car's circuit and die in the process. Ok, maybe that won't happen, I am sure Toyota thought of it but lately, there are many victims of electrocution as the water sets in.
Wait & Wait - 2011 Bangkok FloodFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmNow the question on anyone's mind here is not "when will the flood be over" but rather, "when will the bloody flood come???". The media had kept many of us in central Bangkok on our toes for two solid weeks.
Bangkok Flood 2011? Bangkok still DryFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWhere have all the farangs (caucasians) in my block gone? I asked the building management office below. She said they have all gone down south to the beach to escape the floods.
Preparing for the great 2011 Bangkok FloodFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmI guess Thailand is one of the few places on Earth where one ponders how insurance can be claimed if one were to ram into a boat. It is indeed mystifying this situation.
Taking on Samui RoadsFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmThe good point of having a car on Samui is that one will not be restricted in coverage , bounded by an invisible barrier limited by the range covered by "two-rows" (truck taxis) that one can hop on. And they ain't cheap just for hopping from Chaweng to Lamai or the surrounding areas.
Oman Air opens luxury lounge at Bangkok airpoFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmOman Air has unveiled its business class lounge at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand. The lounge, on the second floor junction between concourses G and E of the international terminal, will offer passengers flying in first and business class on Oman Air its award winning service and hospitality as found on board all its aircraft.
Flood Prevention Measures at Suvarnabhumi AirFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmBANGKOK, Oct. 19, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- All airports in Thailand, including Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, have not been affected by the floods and are operating as usual.
Airport Rail Link Check-in System Set to LaunFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pm(MCOT) BANGKOK, Dec 19 - Thailand's Suvarnabhumi Airport's Airport Link will open and operate its check-in service for the first time on Jan 4, while passenger fares will be raised as it rises to full service after a four-month introductory operation period, according to Permanent Secretary for Transport Supoj Saplom.
Mr Supoj, in his capacity as board chairman of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT), made his remarks after inspecting the readiness of the new check-in service and baggage handling systems at the City Air Terminal also known as Makkasan Station.
Airport Link in service from August 23, 2010Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmThe Airport Link train connecting Bangkok and Suvarnabhumi airport will go in operation for commercial service from Aug 23, Transport Minister Sohpon Zarum said on Tuesday.
Mr Sohpon said the date was settled after a consultation with the State Railway of Thailand.
Bangkok Airport Rail Link to Start Service onFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmBANGKOK, Sept 5 (TNA) -- The long-delayed Airport Rail Link project, providing direct rail service to and from Suvarnabhumi Airport, will start providing free service to the public from this December 5 which coincides with the birthday celebrations of His Majesty the King, said State Railway of Thailand (SRT) Governor Yuthana Tupcharoen.
People interested in free rides on December 5 may apply for tickets beginning October 1 at either the Airport Rail Link office or at SRT headquarters, Mr.
Fast Free Internet Access at Bangkok SuvarnabFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmSuvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok will have 126 new high-speed Internet kiosks installed by CAT Telecom, in the company's joint venture with the airport authority.
The new kiosks will feature fast 10 Mbps Internet access and will be free-of-charge for tourists.
Thai Airways To Move All Domestic Flights to Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmBANGKOK, March 6 (TNA) - Thailand's national flag carrier Thai Airways International (THAI) will stop using Don Muang airport and operate all flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport as of the end of this month, acting THAI president Narongsak Sangkhapong said Friday.
Under the single-airport policy, THAI aircraft will no longer use Don Muang from March 29.
Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link to open in DecFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmDirect express rail service linking Suvarnabhumi Airport to downtown Bangkok will commence in December, 2009, with the public getting free rides for one month.
Tawanrat Ornsira, Deputy Permanent Secretary for Transport Ministry and chairman of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) board, said Wednesday that construction of the direct Airport Link, a 28-km rail link between Suvarnabhumi and the City Air Terminal in Bangkok's Makkasan area, is now 98 per cent complete.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Resumes OperatioFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmBangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport returns to full operations on Friday, December 5.
Suvarnabhumi International airport in Bangkok will be open for all services, including check-in and immigration, at 11am on Friday, December 5th.
