reader

BTS currently repairing support columns at Saladaeng station. Let’s hope they have good contractor.

Guys can be as greedy for baht as we are for sex. When leaving bar the other night, a waiter complained I didn’t tip him. I said “but you not one who waited on me.”

You have to read the last sentence to learn that the customers did not commit any crime. From the Thaiger Police. raided a sauna and fitness spa in the Thon Buri district of Bangkok and apprehended 36 people suspected of engaging in illegal sexual activities and human trafficking. It was later concluded no money for sex passed hands and there was no evidence of human trafficking. Officers from the Children and Women Protection Sub-Division raided Phoenix Sauna on the Ratchada-Tha Phra Road at midnight on July 8, after receiving a tip-off that the place was providing sex services for its homosexual customers. According to the authorities, the sauna operated within a six-story building. The ground floor served as the reception area and housed lockers for customers, while the second floor was dedicated to fitness activities. The third to fifth floors comprised rental rooms while the sixth floor housed sauna facilities. Officers apprehended 31 male customers, the sauna’s owner, and four staff members during the raid. Some individuals were discovered engaging in sexual activities within the rented rooms and a lot of used condoms were scattered throughout the building. Following drug tests, all suspects’ results came back clean. Staff members revealed to the police that they charge customers 200 baht each and give them wristbands. Anyone who identifies as a giver would wear the band on the right wrist while those who liked to receive anal sex would wear it on the left wrist. After investigating each suspect’s criminal history, only one man came back as having form, a 25 year old named Thanawat Ongwiroj, for fraud. The Commander of the Metropolitan Police Region 8, Nanop Sukonthanapat, concluded that the establishment could not be classified as a brothel as it did not provide sexual services to its customers. The participation in sexual activities was voluntary and no money transactions passed hands between the customers or the sauna’s owner. Consequently, the police were unable to press charges against the owners, staff members, or customers. Nevertheless, the sauna’s owner, 33 year old Surasak Songram, faces a penalty of imprisonment from one to ten years and a fine from 20,000 to 200,000 baht for preparing the venue as a place for individuals to engage in sexual activities. Phoenix Sauna staff members, and the 31 men at the spa, were released without a charge as their actions did not violate any laws.

There were 28 guys on stage at Freshboy Sunday night plus 5 dancers. Of that sum, a few dozen plus were twinks. And there’s probably almost as many in Screwboy downstairs. When the show ends you can easily spot them in their basketball attire at the food stalls on Surawong. Since stunning so subjective, it’s not for me to say if any qualify. But it’s sure fun trying.

They didn’t find any drug use so this was the best charge that they could come up with. And since prostitution wasn’t alleged, that means any sex act could qualify under this statute. Totally bizarre.

Why would Bangkok’s new, state of the art, train hub (originally known as Bang Sue Station) require a transformation. And why is only one firm interested enough to bid on it. ========= From The Thaiger Contrary to the anticipation of a competitive bidding process for the commercial development of Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has revealed that only one company has stepped forward with a bid. Three firms, reportedly interested, had initially procured invitations to tender. The disclosure surfaced yesterday after the bidding process culminated earlier this week. Ekkarat Sriarayanpong, a prominent figure in the SRT governor’s office, divulged the details of four projects that were recently made open for bidding. The first project involved the commercial transformation of an expansive 47,675 square metre space at the central terminal. Central Pattana, King Power Suvarnabhumi, and Prem Group Engineering had bought invitations to tender initially. However, only the latter made the effort to submit a bid eventually. The second project, concerning the handling of a 2,303m² advertising space at the central grand station, saw Plan B Media and King Power International procure invites. As of now, both have abstained from placing a bid on the table. The third initiative aimed to spur the development of 12 Red Line electric commuter train service stations, covering a total area of 3,759m². It would link the central station and the Rangsit region in Pathum Thani. Peculiarly, none of the parties expressed interest, resulting in zero purchases for an invitation to bid. The final initiative focused on managing a 2,080m² advertising space across the 12 Red Line stations. Plan B Media and King Power International claimed invitations to tender but eventually rejected the opportunity to proceed further. After the deadline to tender bids drew to a close in the middle of the week, Prem Group Engineering emerged as the lone firm that bid for the initial project.

It’s close to impossible to encapsulate the current state of developments in the case of who becomes next prime minister but the Thai Enquirer makes a worthy effort this morning https://www.thaienquirer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Thai-Enquirer-News-Summary-July-10-2023.pdf

From the original source article that appeared in TPN National News: In total, 31 customers, four staffers, and one owner were found although not identified by police. No drugs were found and urine drug tests were performed on all customers but were all reportedly negative. Most of the customers told police that they came to this place to have sexual activities with other men and not for fitness center activities. Police did not find any evidence to prove that the center provided sexual exploitation. However, four staffers and the owner are facing charges of illegally gratifying the sexual desire of another person, a rare charge. =========== If it’s illegal to cause sexual gratification, how would the species survive. File under TIT.

Really enjoyed it. Considering that he’ll turn 80 in a few days, Harrison Ford has lost none of his charm a little of his powerful stage presence. It’s two hours of non-stop action as he takes down a never-say-die team of Nazis.

You’re right about the offerings at the big mall cinemas. And they all seem to play same movies at same time. No variety.

On BTS/MRT, I’d estimate that 70% wear masks. In Samyan and malls, maybe a third. You’ll still see a minority of locals wearing them outside. In taxis, drivers always seem to be masked. Personally, I wear on public transit and taxis. Still like to think I can spot a cute gut with or w/o a mask. But acknowledge that it’s not some innate ability on my part. It’s just that there are so many hot guys in Bkk that the odds are always on my side.

Discovered a new cheap way to escape a hot Bangkok afternoon when you’re too exhausted for more sex (some of you with insatiable appetite for cock can stop right here). Everyone knows Mitrtown at Samyan is great place to get fast food while watching a seeming endless parade of young men from the adjacent university circulate about. But what I didn’t realize until this trip that on top floor of mall is an art house cinema. A month ago I saw the originally formatted version of Casablanca and today caught Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. At 135 bht for the 4p.m. showing it’s a bargain. https://www.housesamyan.com/site

You can’t afford if you have to ask.🙂

If I’d been passing by and spotted that pick-up truck loaded with what appears to be local guys, my first inclination would have been to scramble on before it left. Would not be surprised to to find Olddaddy already gainfully employed on board.🙂

Think I may have spotted same guy.

Good point. One avenue to pursue that would avoid legal expenses would be to get the state consumer protection agency or state secretary of state to initiate the action (not uncommon in many jurisdictions). The biggest thing an insurer can lose is not the cost of paying the claim. It’s the loss of the right to market their product in that state going forward.

Apologies. That should read “Chula” pharmacy. 942/25 Rama 4 Rd.

This shop distributes daily listings of masseurs available on its LINE site but today is set some sort of record with a dozen photo arrays featuring 100+ guys of every description. Although all are free agents and many can be found on other sites, this is the single largest collection I’ve seen to date. This Saphan Kwai location and Silom Soi 6 represent the two most concentrated areas in Bangkok to find all-male massage shops.

From time to time we read posts about what services visitors can expect from pharmacies in Bangkok. Some meds that require prescription in west may be available over the counter in Thailand. I’ve found that Chaka pharmacy (Rama 4 between Sil and Surawong) is convenient and offers very competitive prices. You take a number from machine as you enter and wait for it to display above counter. English well spoken an service is quick. They give you bill which you take to cashier and then pick up your order on way out. In the evening I’ve found the small pharmacy on Patpong 2 near Foodland is convenient for more popular items you may suddenly require. An article about how National Health Service is expanding role of pharmacies to help reduce load on emergency room visits appeared in today’s Thai PBS World. https://www.thaipbsworld.com/the-pharmacist-will-see-you-now-has-thailand-found-cure-for-hospital-overcrowding/

I walk Lumpinee a few evenings a week and Benchakitti at least once a trip. These provide my most relaxing moments so I’m heartened to read about these efforts. From The Nation The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is working with the Big Trees Foundation and private companies to breathe new life into decaying rain trees inside Benchakitti Park, as city officials strive to add more green space to the capital and protect the small pieces that survived decades of rapid expansion. Most of the city’s green areas were transformed into construction sites as economic growth transformed Bangkok into a metropolis. But as the city expanded, buildings supplanted trees and most of those left are ageing and in decay, officials say. The BMA’s Environment Office, Big Trees Foundation, Thai Beverage Plc, and the organisers of Sustainability Expo 2023 are working together to save the last large rain trees in Benchakitti Park, which is located next to Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre. A recent survey by Big Trees and the Thai Arboriculture Association found that 15 rain trees in the park have decaying roots, mould, and are infested with worms. The soil around their roots is also too tightly compressed. The rehabilitation effort started with trees in “critical condition”. They are all located in the park’s skywalk zone. They were pruned about one month ago and have since started sprouting new leaves. Other measures taken include adjusting the height of soil around the trees, eradicating insects and germs, loosening the soil around the roots, removing extra soil from the root area, watering with a hormone solution to revive the roots, and making a ventilation pipe for the roots. Air spading uses high-pressure jet spraying to reduce compacted soil beneath the rain trees to allow better ventilation. This method of soil loosening can prevent damage to the roots. Mulch is then applied to the soil around the trunks to loosen the soil and reduce evaporation. This protective covering of rotting vegetable matter also doubles as fertiliser. In the second phase, four more rain trees will be saved. The project’s progress can be followed on the Facebook page of the Sustainability Expo or its website www.sustainabilityexpo.com. The Sustainability Expo 2023 will be held between September 29 and October 8 this year at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre.

Now coded as DMK, Don Mueang has a fascinating history. It opened in 1914 and the first commercial flight occurred a decade later. it’s now owned by the Royal Thai Air Force. There was a brief time just after it was replaced as Bangkok’s main airport in 2006 when authorities considered closing it but those plans were soon scrapped and it was decided to make it a home for low-cost carriers. I still vividly recall landing there on my first trip in 2002 on a Northwest 747 and was awed by the sight of golfers playing on the course that runs between its parallel runways. Read what Wikipedia has to say about it here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Mueang_International_Airport

Your opportunity to succeed in a law suit against a foreign entity depends a lot on the country in which the product or service was marketed. If, for example, a Thai insurer marketed a policy that was sold in the US, you’d have a much better opportunity than trying to do the same within the Thai legal system.

There are so many groupings of young women on both sides of Soi, could never figure out who were representing what venue. The only thing distinguishing them from one another is their attire. I’d be surprised if it signals shift of strategy. I figure it’s just an experiment by one shop to see where it goes. There are already some non-Japanese who like to take one of both sexes back to room. Had a few massage guys tell me they were offed from their shop for that purpose by male/female couple.

While walking on Soi Thaniya tonight, spotted a cute twink seated among the ladies of the evening outside one establishment. He was wearing the same white tank top and shorts as the others. Not sure if this is a first for Thaniya, but it was for me.

Thank you. Unlike yourself, many members here speak no Thai. I hope our Thai friends don’t consider us low class because of it.