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From The Guardian (Sept. 29, 2019) Thailand PM considers moving capital as Bangkok congestion takes toll Thailand could be the next nation in south-east Asia to relocate its capital after Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha hinted such a move could be a “possibility” under his government. Taking inspiration from neighbouring Myanmar and similar plans being formulated in Indonesia, the Thai prime minister suggested that relocating the capital could help Bangkok overcome its mounting urban challenges. Like Jakarta, Bangkok is beset by overcrowding, pollution, rising sea levels and heavy traffic congestion. During an address at the Connecting Thailand with the World Conference on 18 September, the retired army general floated two options for a potential move. “The first is to find a city that’s neither too far nor too expensive to move to,” he said, “The second is to move to outer Bangkok to reduce crowding.” It is not the first time the idea of moving Thailand’s administrative capital has been raised, with former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra also suggesting the administrative capital be moved to Nakhon Nayok, a province 100km from the capital. Studies have also been conducted on shifting government offices to Chachoengsao, an agricultural hub to the east of Bangkok. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/sep/30/thailand-pm-considers-moving-capital-as-bangkok-congestion-takes-toll

From Thai PBS World Expert warns Bangkok may face worse flooding September-October In September and October, Bangkok is at risk of flooding which may be worse than that experienced this week, especially Wednesday night, warned Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seree Supratid, a water expert and director of the Climate Change and Disaster Centre at Rangsit University. Dr. Seree said that the flooding in Bangkok on Wednesday and Thursday was caused by an unusual amount of rainfall, measured at 160mm in some areas, which is equivalent to the maximum amount in a 10-year cycle, compared to 60mm in a 2-year cycle. He explained that the 160mm of rainfall for a 10-year cycle was the average rainfall calculated from the amount of rain which fell in the past 50 years and 260mm for a 100-year cycle, adding that this kind of excessive rain can occur any time, citing the downpours on Wednesday night. Citing information obtained from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), he said that the water levels in Bangkok’s canals increased by about one metre after about two hours of rainfall on Wednesday night which, he admitted, was unusual, noting that the city administration had already drained water out of the canals to increase capacity to store rain water from road surfaces. He then suggested that the city administration investigate where the problem lies, whether it was the water pumps or the discharge of water into the river, resulting in the heavy flooding. Dr. Seree praised the BMA’s rain forecasting system, but he said the drainage system failed and needs to be fixed before the flooding anticipated in September and October, which may be more serious due to high tides and water runoffs from the northern region during that period.

In Thailand, sometimes you just need someone to grease the wheels.

Although the orgy didn't turn out to be what you originally had in mind, it had a quality about it that seemed to fall somewhere between rodeo and whimsy. I think you still managed to have some fun while making the others happy they met you.

I admire their skill, their courage and their masculinity. MT is as much culture as it is sport in Isan.

From The Thaiger A urological surgeon from Thailand insists there is no hard evidence to suggest a man’s penis will shrink if he gets Covid-19 despite claims to the contrary. Dr Nantawat Siritanan, from Nopparat Rajathanee Hospital, located in Khan Na Yao District, Bangkok, told men not to waste time worrying whether their manhood will shrivel if they catch the coronavirus. Nantawat was responding to a claim made yesterday by Pakphum Dejhassadin, a medical technician better known as Mor Lab Panda. Pakphum wrote on Facebook he’s discovered a report stating that men in the US who contracted Covid had noticed their penises had shrunk by one to one-and-a-half inches. He added that coronavirus infection could also cause erectile dysfunction by causing the male sex organ to blood clot, and with a reduced blood flow the penis could fail to reach its fully erect state Nantawat said it was theoretically possible that Covid could cause male sex organ inflammation, resulting in blood clotting. But he added that there were very few of cases throughout the world and there was no hard proof Covid caused a penis to shrink. Nantawat said there are other reasons or causes for a penis to shrink, such as age, obesity, or even Peyronie’s Disease. Peyronie’s disease is a minor injury to the penis. The injury is often caused by vigorous sex, such as bending the penis during penetration or pressure from a partner’s pubic bone, though it can also be caused by sports or other accidents.

Absolutely fascinating post. Had no idea there was a Muay Thai school especially for Brazilian fighters. I watch MT bouts on local TV channel whenever I'm in BKK.

Torrential rains Wednesday evening flooded many parts of Bangkok. By 10:30 p.m., water reached over the sidewalk levels on in Surawong and Silom. From Bangkok Post Sukhumvit Road in Samut Prakan province is flooded after a downpour on Wednesday night. (Photo: Sutthiwit Chaiyutworakan) The Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department has warned 32 provinces of possible flash flooding and runoff, as heavy rain continues to pound most parts of the country. The department said on its website on Thursday that sudden floods and runoff were possible throughout most of the northern and northeastern regions, which were most at risk. The Meteorological Department's Thursday forecast is for heavy rain until Sunday, including Greater Bangkok. In the capital, rain was likely over 80% of the city until Saturday, with rain easing off from Sunday. Heavy overnight rain caused several areas of Bangkok to be flooded, disrupting traffic during the morning rush hours.

From The Thaiger British Airways isn’t heading back to Bangkok until at least next year. Tour operators were hoping the British flagship carrier would be adding regular flights again between Heathrow and Bangkok in time for Thailand’s high season, just when the winter kicks in in the UK. British Airways was originally set to resume flights in November this year but has now reviewed this decision and made no commitment to restarting services between Heathrow and Suvarnabhumi. BA says that Bangkok, and Thailand, “is not top of BA’s list for resumption, as it is predominantly low-yield tourist traffic”. (Low-yield traffic are passengers who are predominantly chasing the lowest fares and spend the least per seat on an aircraft.) They also cited the “stiff price competition from the Middle East carriers – Qatar, Emirates and Etihad” – who are already flying either daily or multiple fleets per week. But BA is selling Bangkok flights with a OneWorld partner, with connections in Doha using Qatar Airways. “We regularly keep our extensive global network under review, and we’ve taken the decision to extend the suspension of our Bangkok service.” Meanwhile, Thailand will lose another UK connection in August. Budget airline Scoot, which began flying Gatwick-Bangkok-Singapore in March, will suspend services on August 21., But the Singapore-based budget airline says they are planning to return to regular UK – Thailand flights at the end of October. But these flights have not been confirmed at this time and are not currently available for bookings. Only Thai Airways and Taiwan’s EVA Air offering non-stop services between Bangkok and London’s Heathrow.

Today's Bangkok Post carried a long article about Benjakitti Park and other locations around the city where a wide variety of outdoor activities are planned. A forest in the heart of the city It seems like our lives are getting back to normal as Thailand transitioned to a post-pandemic state this month, allowing residents to stop wearing masks outdoors. Tourists are also no longer required to apply for the Thailand Pass and purchase Covid-19 insurance. To get people out of their homes, the Krungthep Klang Plaeng festival has converted a number of residential, recreational and entertainment venues into outdoor cinemas this month. This follows the successful return of Music In The Park after a two-year hiatus. As part of the 12 month, 12 festival project, the project is a collaboration between the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), Film Archive Thailand, Thai Film Director Association and Outdoor Cinema Association to support the Thai film industry and boost the local economy. "The project's goal is to provide income for neighbourhood vendors, so each day we'll select two spots among Bangkok's well-known landmarks and open spaces both in the city's core and its outer suburbs. This is a parallel strategy for promoting various locations and giving inspiration for movie locations," said Minrayaporn Somnongkham, secretary of the Thai Film Director Association. https://www.bangkokpost.com/travel/2350544/a-forest-in-the-heart-of-the-city

I wholeheartedly agree with these comments. You're treating him as an individual and, as you say, showing him respect. You travel a long way to be with these guys and I'm sure they appreciate the way you take care of them.

Practicing patience is good for you. You pride yourself in having the last word, the final say. And always getting the best price possible out of an off.

You make it abundantly clear that the boy who got his cock sucked for 10 minutes got fair compensation based on the daily minimum wage for a laborer. You can't honestly compare engaging in public sex with everyday labor. It's a ridiculous comparison yet you insist on using it as a logical rationalization. You imply that those who pay above your formula are overpaying. You appear to view the boys who work in bars purely as service providers. You don't appreciate that guys who agree to have sex for money are engaging in something entirely different than everyday labor. They are putting their bodies and the minds at our disposal for our pleasure. And when you refer to his pay as x times the minimum wage you belittle just how much he is actually doing for us. And what he's doing goes far beyond that. Why else would be travel great distances and endure much inconvenience in order to be able to be with that boy, in that bar, at that moment? Forget what others say they pay at this bar or another. Forgo the formulas and "going rates." Treat each guy as the individual he is. Disregard those who complain that "you're ruining it for the rest us" by paying more than the going rates.

I believe you have me confused with someone else. I've never been to Prague, Rio or Barcelona and have no basis or experience to discuss those locations. I have, however, been coming three times a year to Thailand since 2002 (less the covid period when it was closed). Almost all of my time is spent In BKK. You certainly have a good handle on Pattaya and I defer to your familiarity with those bars.

USD 36.71 EUR 37.34 GBP 43.92

For once in this thread I have to agree with z909. He'll troll you to forever if he catches you paying above scale.

You're quite fond of tossing around "prostitution". Is that your way of characterizing the boys so it's easier to think of them in as a commodity? What do you care if they earn 1500 of 15,000. What business is it of yours? You speak of multiples as if you were evaluating a prospective stock buy. Start thinking of them as humans and not numbers to be acquired for the lowest price. You're doing an adequate job of attacking yourself. You don't need my help.

Using the minimum wage as the basis for compensation for the highly personal nature of providing sexual services makes no sense whatsoever to me. For the record, I believe that Olddaddy was attempting to be fair in how much he paid the young man. What I find disappointing is that he felt concerned about over paying and violating some vague limitations people refer to in Pattaya. I think people should feel free to pay as much as they wish without fear or favor.

I never said "bad". You're the first one to suggest that. And how does the fact that I've posted 4k times relate to this discussion?

In other words, what's the most I wrangle out of you guys for my 300? You left out the part about 20 minutes of deep kissing. Is there a special rate you can recommend for that? They are professionals because they accept money. Fine. But lets not lose sight that we're professional "johns" because the transaction would be impossible without our active participation. And you suggest that we should consider the average minimum wage in Thailand when computing compensation. This may come as a complete shock, but the average laborer in Thailand doesn't routinely deep kiss and get sucked by johns in public in the course of a day's work.

"Over the odds"? He's not at the track, betting on the outcome of a race.. He's sexually servicing--and being serviced by--by a young man. I don't think this is something to be reduced to a mathematical equation. But let's for the sake of argument pretend that it is. You deep kiss a 60+ guy in a bar for 20 minutes in front of your peers and strangers. How much do you think you'd deserve? Probably north of $35. You may try to fool yourself with terms like "business model" but their are other terms applicable in this situation.

I think the lad did a bit more than chatting and looking cute. Isn't making a guy who provided you with good service happy the whole idea in a mutually beneficial arrangement?

From Bangkok Post The Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine has launched a book detailing 162 old remedies that have cannabis as an ingredient, the country’s first of its kind. Deputy director-general Kwanchai Wisitthanon said on Wednesday that the department had been compiling information since 2019, following the Public Health Ministry’s policy to use cannabis for medical purposes. The department had made preparations for the ministry’s unlocking of cannabis with the main objective to give people access to the plant, Dr Kwanchai said. It was important that cannabis be used correctly and properly, to prevent danger that may arise from cannabis consumption and misuse. With this in mind, the department has produced a textbook titled "National Thai Traditional Remedies with Ganja". It was the country’s first textbook on Thai traditional remedies containing cannabis, he said. It has already been announced in the Royal Gazette that the book was useful for the Public Health Ministry and for people’s healthcare. The book contains 162 remedies with cannabis as an ingredient. The book, in Thai, is available to read on the department’s website.

The governor does not seem intimidated by the Health Ministry, saying yesterday that he would not cancel the open air film festival.

I visited K-Man on two occasions and each time made my selection from a tablet. Both guys arrived in a reasonable amount of time and both were "T & B" who lived up to their descriptions. I consider this shop the most reliable in BKK at the moment. K-Man is sponsored by the same folks who run KK Massage.