Rain and music in Isaan (video)
28 September 2013
It is rainy season in Thailand and then nature determines the day's program. This video shows that Thais are not put off by a heavy rain shower during a party.
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Once upon a time… a fashion model
28 September 2013
It started as a fairy tale for Rojjana 'Yui' Phetkanha (37), but she was naive and turned to drugs and alcohol. Three other photo models are doing well. Introducing: Pisinee 'Si' Tanviboon, Tiriree 'Ngonngon' Kunanuruk and Cheera 'Rosie' Choo.
Reader question: Can we go to Preah Vihear temple from Thailand?
27 September 2013
Is it now possible to drive from Thailand to Preah Vihear and what rules apply in terms of entry, visa, etc.?
Reader question: Looking for a cheap hotel in Bangkok
27 September 2013
I'm going to Bangkok in December, does anyone know a hotel, between 400 & 500 Bath per night.
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Foreign Affairs comes with social media atlas
27 September 2013
Also useful for travelers and expats in Thailand: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs brings all its social media accounts together on a world map: www.socialemediagidsbz.nl. With this website you can see where in the world the Netherlands is represented online.
News from Thailand – September 27, 2013
27 September 2013
Today in News from Thailand:
• Drug lord Hunter arrested at US request
• Forest rangers are better armed
• Woman (74) goes behind bars for 3 years
'Kabin Buri residents victim of poor water management'
27 September 2013
Residents of Kabin Buri (Prachin Buri) district are victims of poor water management, says Seree Supratid of Rangsit University's College of Engineering. There is less rain this year than last year, but the flooding is the worst in the past 25 years.
Thais buy gold like crazy
27 September 2013
Gold is selling like hot cakes in Thailand. YLG Bullion International Co., Thailand's largest gold importer, published a very optimistic report regarding expected sales. For this year, no more or no less than a doubling in sales of physical gold is expected.
Proof of life
27 September 2013
Because I recently celebrated my birthday, I had to prove again that I fully live up to my rights to state pension. Fortunately, a good friend also celebrated his birthday a few days later, so we went together to the SSO office in Laem Chabang.
Heavy rain warning in 23 provinces of Thailand
27 September 2013
The meteorological service issued a warning on Friday for residents of 23 provinces. There is a chance of heavy rain and flooding this weekend.
Thais use Change.org to campaign
27 September 2013
In England it is customary in the Tube for travelers on escalators to stop on the right and walk on the left. Chatcharapon Penchom is campaigning via the Change.org website to introduce this use to the BTS as well. Bangkok Post highlights five actions from the past year that were conducted on the Thai-language site.
Reader question: Who has good experiences with opticians in Pattaya?
26 September 2013
Are there readers of Thailand blog who have good experiences with opticians and eyewear stores in Pattaya?
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ED in Thailand
26 September 2013
I only used the abbreviation in the title, because what it is about is quite a taboo. I recently read something about it in a medical section of Chiang Mai Mail and thought, then it should also be discussed on our Thailand blog.
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Mini-diary by Pim Hoonhout: What a disappointment
26 September 2013
Rumors had been buzzing in Hua Hin for days that the king would attend the annual rowing competition today (Thursday). Pim Hoonhout also heard those rumors. But alas, the party was cancelled. The state of health of the monarch does not allow it.
Reader Question: Does Thailand Affect Prices in ASEAN?
26 September 2013
Given the vast amount of knowledge available on Thailandblog, is there anyone who is aware of the price reductions in Thailand upon joining Asean in 2015?
They sit in a factory, press buttons all day… and are content
26 September 2013
Three challenges await Thailand in the future: an aging population, outdated infrastructure and inferior education. Four economists shed light on the country's current and future problems.
News from Thailand – September 26, 2013
26 September 2013
Today in News from Thailand:
• Minister wants to get rid of private university entrance exams
• Thai Smile Airways gets green light from cabinet
• Industrial park in Prachin Buri is partly flooded
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